Cedar Key Seafood Festival
- When: Sunday, October 19, 2025, 9:00 am - 4:00 pmThis repeat is an exception to the normal repeat pattern
- Location: See description
- Cost: Free
Celebrating our 54th Festival Year!
The historic island city of Cedar Key, Florida, is gearing up to host the much-anticipated 54th Cedar Key Lions Seafood Festival, a culinary, cultural, and shopping extravaganza celebrating our return after last year’s hurricane cancelation.
The festival takes place on Saturday, October 18, 2025 and Sunday October 19.
The food in the beach side city park begins both days at 10 am until sold out.
The Art & Crafts fair runs from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and 10 am until 4 pm on Sunday.
Renowned for its delectable seafood offerings, vibrant arts and crafts scene, and lively live music performances, the Cedar Key Seafood Festival promises visitors an unforgettable weekend full of fun and flavors.
Organized by the Cedar Key Lions Club, this milestone 54th festival commemorates over a half century of indulging festival-goers with a delightful array of locally prepared seafood, art & crafts shopping, and fun family-friendly activities.
At the heart of the festival, the beach side City Park will be transformed into a culinary haven, featuring an enticing assortment of fresh locally prepared seafood dishes as well as landlubber offerings. Festival-goers can relish in the flavors of the Gulf as they explore the diverse array of mouthwatering options.
2nd Street will come alive with 100 arts and crafts exhibitors, offering unique and handmade treasures.
Beyond the weekend’s culinary delights and shopping, Saturday’s 11am fun filled Seafood Festival parade showcases a flotilla of decorated bikes, golf carts, floats, boats and marchers, honoring the area’s rich fishing heritage.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, free live music performed by local musicians will resonate in City Park, providing a delightful soundtrack to the festivities.
The spirit of celebration extends throughout the town, where local restaurants and lounges will welcome visitors with fine dining, refreshing drinks, and additional entertainment options during the day and evening.
“We are thrilled to host the 54th Cedar Key Lions Seafood Festival and invite everyone to join us in celebrating Cedar Key’s comeback from last year’s hurricanes. The Year of the Clam. This event embodies the rich cultural fishing heritage and vibrant Cedar Key Strong spirit of Cedar Key, which we’re excited to share with locals and visitors alike.”
Mark your calendars now and plan to be in Cedar Key October 18 and 19 2025 for a seafood and shopping-filled weekend of unforgettable experiences.
Admission to the Cedar Key Lions Seafood Festival is free, making it an accessible and enjoyable family friendly event for all.
Location:
Cedar Key, Levy County, Florida 32625. State Route 24 and Second Street and at the Beach-Front City Park.
Date & Time:
Seafood in the Park:
Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday Oct. 19
from 10am until sold out.
Arts and Crafts Fair:
Saturday, Oct 18 from 10am until 5pm
Sunday, Oct 19 from 10 am until 4pm
Seafood Fantasy Parade:
Saturday Oct 18 at 11am
- Flier: cedarkeylion.pdf
- Website: www.facebook.com
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- Category: Family Fun, Free
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