Event Details
The Texas Crab Festival is a one-of-a-kind celebration of coastal culture, delicious seafood, and family-friendly fun! Since its humble beginnings in 1985, when a group of local business leaders sought to boost tourism in Crystal Beach, the festival has grown into a beloved annual tradition, attracting thousands of visitors each Mother’s Day weekend.
Now celebrating its 40th year, the Texas Crab Festival has been recognized as one of USA Today’s “10 Best Festivals to Dive Into” and featured on Food Network’s Eating America with Anthony Anderson.
Date: Mother’s Day Day Weekend, May 9-11, 2025
Place: Swedes Park, 1605 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach, Texas
Hours: Friday 4pm-11:30pm, Saturday 10am-11:30pm, Sunday 10am-6pm
Attendance: Estimated 8000+
Cost: Friday: $15, Saturday: $15, Sunday: Free (age 15 and under Free all days)
Re-entry allowed with purchase of wristband
Parking: Free
Volunteers: Over 200 volunteers
Sponsors: Over 60 Sponsors representing a wide range of businesses and organizations
Vendor Booths: Over 90 vendor booths including food, arts and crafts
Fun Zone: Interactive inflatables and games
Entertainment: Live music throughout festival
Events: 2-Step Dance Contest, Wiener Dog Races, Washers Tournament, Crab Gumbo Cookoff, 5K Fun Run and more.
Souvenirs: Crab Festival T-Shirts, Hats, Koozies available for purchase
Raffle: Brand new Custom Golf Cart
Auction: Live Auction on Saturday night, Silent Auction with many unique items
Website: www.TexasCrabFestival.org
Facebook: Facebook/TexasCrabFestival
Email: info@texascrabfestival.org
Notable:
– 40th Annual Event
– Selected as one of “10 Best Festivals to Dive Into” by USA Today
– Featured on Food Network “Eating America with Anthony Anderson”
– Great Live Music all weekend
– “Music, Art & Crabs – Gulf Coast Style”