Schedule

August 18, 2023

6:00 p.m.-10:00p.m: Oyster Eve

Great Food, oysters, craft beer & wine and amusement rides.

Lots of great food options from local organizations and food trucks. And of course…OYSTERS!

$5.00 Cover at the Door - Under 14 free
All minors must be accompanied by an adult
No coolers—No pets

Celebrate Oyster Eve with Shameless

Shameless knows that everybody has different tastes in music, so they play your favorite party rock, dance, hip-hop and country songs from yesterday and today while encouraging crowd participation all along the way.

Shameless showcases each member’s individual talents while performing as a cohesive unit. Spot on musicianship, exceptional vocals and soaring harmonies are trademarks of the Shameless experience, but this band is also out to have a great time just as much as you are!
So join the party and “get a little… Shameless”!

Location: Fowler Field

August 19, 2023

Main Stage Music Schedule

12:00pm - Oddfellas
2:00pm - Brothers Doobie
4:00pm - Lou Gramm - The Original Voice of Foreigner

Lisman Landing Schedule
Grab a beer, oysters, other great food and listen to these great bands
12:30pm: School of Rock, Milford
2:00pm – Jim Crutchfield-Country Music
4:00pm: Sunset Drive

Oyster Contests Schedule
10:30am – Oyster Shucking Heat 1
11:00am – Oyster Shucking Heat 2
11:30am – Oyster Eating Contest (invitation only)
12:00pm – Oyster Shucking Final Round
3:45pm – Oyster Shucking Winner Presentation

Harbor Activities
Come and enjoy the Milford Oyster Festival Harbor Activities

Compete or just come and watch experienced and novice canoe and kayak racers at the Canoe and Kayak Race located at the East Side Boat Ramp behind Milford Library.

Arts & Crafts
Each year over 200 artists and artisans set up on the green in the center for the Annual Milford Oyster Festival Arts & Crafts Show. The crafters come from many different states, with their artistic creations, to participate in one of Connecticut’s largest Arts & Crafts Show.

Among the arts and crafts that are presented, you will find some of the most beautiful and artistically designed arts and crafts ever offered. Some are country, some contemporary and some traditional; some are Victorian, some Early American. Some are modern. Visitors will find things for themselves, their homes, yards, children and gifts for everyone. Whatever you are looking for, you are sure to find it. Our talented artisans display a wide variety of truly spectacular craft projects.

The Annual Milford Oyster Festival Arts & Crafts Show includes items such as jewelry; hand painted clothing for children and adults; an array of decorative items for the yard and garden; beautiful stained glass; decorative items for the home, too numerous to mention; exquisite floral arrangements; leather garments, handbags and other accessories; furniture for home and yard. If you’re feeling creative we have crafters who will guide you in painting ceramics, making candles, or designing a sand sculpture. Several artisans also demonstrate their craft at the show.

The Milford Oyster Festival has some of the finest crafts people exhibiting, and we welcome them into our show. Each exhibitor has his or her own special way of creating their work – and even though two or more people may do similar crafts, the individuality and special artistic abilities of the artist/artisan makes each one’s work stand out uniquely from the others.

Canoe & Kayak Race
Race Starts Promptly At 8:30 a.m.
Registration: 7:30 a.m.  —  8:15 a.m.

The 49th Annual Milford Oyster Festival Canoe and Kayak Race at the Milford Boat Launch behind the Milford Public Library.

Main Street U.S.A
Main Street USA is a great way to get close to your customers. Main Street USA is located on the Green next to the Arts & Crafts and Civic Group areas. It is a great way for local businesses to reach the public with their products and services on the day of the Festival. Main Street USA generates tremendous foot traffic as Festival goers stroll through the area viewing product demonstrations, speaking directly to business owners & representatives and picking up brochures and product samples. Many businesses return year after year. Exhibitor spaces are limited and always sell out early.

Children's Stage
Fowler Pavilion at Fowler Field 11am to 6pm

Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show

Arrival time for the car show is 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

The Milford Oyster Festival Committee invites owners of Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles to join us at Armory Lane parking lot (same lot as Colony Pizza in Milford Center)

Entry fee: $20.00

Date: August 18-19, 2023

Time: 10a.m. to 6p.m.

Location:
Downtown Milford

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