Competing for Glory at the 2026 Texas Crab Festival

The Texas Crab Festival is legendary for its mix of coastal charm and high-fun competition, bringing family and friends together in a spirit of friendly rivalry. Whether it’s a team perfecting a secret recipe or a group of old friends testing their aim and agility, these contests foster a sense of community.

The stakes are as real as the fun. Beyond the bragging rights and the trophies, cash prizes are up for grabs, providing an extra spark of motivation for competitors to bring their “A-game.”

Here is the breakdown of the winners and the categories that define the festival.

HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT
1st Place Team: Stangela – Steve Darwin & Angela Dawn
2nd Place Team: Bolivar Boys – Brad Orr & Alex Garcia
3rd Place Team: Waterways Warriors – Bryan Tracy & Kim Tracy

WASHERS TOURNAMENT
1st Place Team: Ring Slingers – Ty Vincent & Chase Padilla
2nd Place Team: Grove Boys – Collin Walker & Conner Manuel
3rd Place Team: Funky Cold Medina – Aston Medina & Mattie Medina

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
1st Place Team: Big Dipper’s – James Clark & Ty Clark
2nd Place Team: Running on Credit – Colten Collier & Jason Bryan
3rd Place Team: Ring Slingers – Ty Vincent & Chase Padilla

2-STEP DANCE CONTEST
1st Place: Dustin & Summer
2nd Place: Samuel & Polly Saavedra
3rd Place: Karl & Wendy Kibodeaux

CRAB BOUDIN BALL EATING
Joshua, Katy TX (20 Boudin Balls)

CRAB GUMBO COOKOFF
1st Place: Gumbros
2nd Place: Family Tradition
3rd Place: Ephran Team (from Georgia)
People’s Choice: Cowboy Cookers

SCAVENGER HUNT
Tammy Penn

CRAB LEGS CONTEST CONTESTANTS

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