OystoberFest 2026

OystoberFest - in Historic Ginter Park in Richmonds Northside - Brought to you by the Cowart Mortgage Team

Richmond's Favorite Oyster Roast

Oysters, Beer, Brats, Desserts, Wine, Bands, and a Kids’ Zone

What: Oysters the way you like them in a fun, family-friendly festival in Richmond’s Northside. You can get them fried, steamed and raw – or order a po’ boy with homemade remoulade. We’ll have brats and hotdogs ta’ boot. Wine, Beer, Cider and Hard Lemonade, Water, and other refreshments will be available. A day full of live music and a Kids’ Zone, featuring moon-bounces, face painting, and other activities (an all-day pass is available for purchase).

Music Line-up:
Cheap Comfort
Mills Family Band
The Hot Seats
Lazlo

Free tp Attend ($2 Donation suggested) Food, drinks, kids’ zone charged separately.

All the events oyster shells will be collected by the Oyster Shell Recycling Program – run by the VCU Rice River Center. The shells will be used to help restore oyster bed habitats in Virginia waterways. Rice Rivers Center will be on hand to answer questions about their programs.

We-Pay-You Bike Valet - Each bike earns the rider $2 in tickets and is supported by BikeWalk RVA.

To Benefit St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church and its 40+ Outreach Ministries and the St. Thomas' Food Pantry