Photography: Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival

Saturday Night Lineup, Oct. 21 

The festival opens early on Saturday from 11:00 a.m., where festival goers can brave one of the many thrilling amusement rides and eat their fill of seafood. The festival will end the evening with some live music until 10:30 p.m.  

Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival 2019

From October 20, seafood lovers from across the region will flock to one of the largest seafood festivals in the Southeast. Hosted by the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce, the festival is the perfect combination of live music, arts & crafts, amusement rides and, of course, delicious seafood. The festival sees many visitors throughout the weekend, with previous years seeing 25,000 visitors over the three-day festival. 

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What makes this festival such a popular one is the variety of different food vendors cooking up must-try food like seafood, barbecue and desserts. There is something for everyone. 

Aside from the abundance of delicious seafood, the festival also has another purpose. It presents an opportunity for local artists, musicians and businesses to showcase their talents. Start your holiday shopping early with authentic homemade jewelry, or get creative with an intricate henna tattoo. There is plenty to eat, see and do. 

Gary Allan Saturday / 9-10:30 p.m.

Don’t forget to bring along your favorite pair of dancing shoes. An incredible lineup of artists including Will Moseley, Catie Offerman, Travis Denning, Colby Acuff and headliner, Gary Allan, will take to the stage. 

Special Needs Day, Oct. 20 

The festival begins with special needs day between 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., where students of Bryan County and their families enjoy the festival before the crowds arrive. The gates will open for the other ticket holders from 5 p.m. Live music will begin at 5:30pm starting with The 3rd Infantry Division Band, local musicians including Derrick Flowers and Will Moseley wraps up the night at 9pm.

Sunday Lineup, Oct. 22

The festival’s last day will feature an exciting lineup of local dancers, cheer, tumbling and music ensembles that will have you tapping your feet alongside them. The festival will close its gates at 5:00 p.m. only to open again next year, so be sure to get your tickets now at goseafoodfestival.com.

Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival 2019

October 20-22, J.F. Gregory Park

October 20

11 a.m. – 1 pm | Special Needs Day
5 pm | Gates / VIP Tent / Carnival Open
5:30  | Live Music Begins

October 21

11 a.m. | Gates / VIP Tent / Carnival Open
5 p.m. | Gate Prices Change
3:30 – 10:30 p.m. | Live Music

October 22

11 a.m. | Gates / Carnival Open
11 – 4 p.m. | Local dance, cheer & musical ensembles

For ticket pricing and more info, visit goseafoodfestival.com.

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