Oyster Festival

The 52nd Annual Oyster Festival will be held downtown at the Colonial Complex, 157 W. Market Street, on Pershing Avenue between Market and Philadelphia Streets!

Join us for a free admission, pay-as-you-eat food festival that features delicious seafood, non-seafood fare, plus craft beer and wine!

From the slurp of oysters on the half shell, to the creamy richness of oyster stew, and from the spicy-ness of steamed shrimp to the crispy sweetness of York County apple fritters, this is our way of saying “Hello Fall” and continuing the tradition of this beloved event at the York County History Center. Oyster Festival includes traditional seafood offerings as well as yummy, non-seafood items. This year look for the addition of some of your favorite local food, beer and wine offerings, and a table of desserts and treats from the Friends of the York County History Center. As always, local music will fill the air and interactive activities for kids, demos and artisan craftsmen will be on the bill. There is something for everyone!

The inspiration for our longest running fundraiser began with the discovery of oyster shells during an archeological dig behind the Golden Plough Tavern in the 1960s. Now, 50 some years later, the Oyster Festival not only includes amazing food, but features family focused activities, live music, children’s activities, and delectable baked goods. With free admission, attendees are encouraged to bring their family to this community-oriented event and explore the new museum.