Savor the best of the Gulf at the Naples Stone Crab Festival, a premier waterfront tradition celebrating the start of the stone crab season. Traditionally held during the last weekend in October, this vibrant three-day festival transforms the Old Naples Waterfront, including Tin City, Bayfront, and Port of Naples, into a seafood lover's paradise.
Visitors can enjoy fresh-off-the-boat stone crab claws, live music from top local bands, and a variety of craft vendors and family-friendly activities. The event kicks off with the iconic "Cracking of the Stone Crab" ceremony and continues throughout the weekend with waterfront dining specials and charitable raffles.
Whether you are arriving by land or cruising into the bay, the festival offers a quintessential Southwest Florida experience filled with food, fun, and sun.
For official 2026 dates, a complete live music lineup, and a map of participating locations, visit the official festival site here.
To avoid the crowds and enjoy a private luxury charter on the water, book your next charter with SeaEO Luxury Boat Charters for an elite festival experience.