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Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival 2026 | New Smyrna Beach

August 6 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach

What Is Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach?

Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach is an annual food festival happening Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM along Flagler Avenue. The festival features local seafood options, live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and family-friendly activities in one of New Smyrna Beach’s most walkable beachside districts.

This event fits Flagler Avenue because it is casual, social, and easy to enjoy without overplanning. Additionally, there is no admission fee, and the official event page lists local food options between $5 and $8. Guests can come for dinner, browse the vendors, listen to the music, and still have time for a beachside walk before the night winds down.

Schedules and times can change — check the official event page for the latest updates.

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What to Expect at Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach

Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach brings seafood, shopping, entertainment, and family-friendly activities together on Flagler Avenue. The official event page confirms local food options, live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and activities suited for families.

The format is simple and relaxed. Guests can walk Flagler Avenue, sample seafood, visit vendor booths, and enjoy the music without buying an admission ticket. Meanwhile, the setting does a lot of the work: patio lights come on, flip-flops hit the pavement, and the salt air reminds everyone they are still just steps from the beach.

Things to Know Before You Go to Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach

Admission is free. The official event page confirms there is no admission fee for Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach.

Food is purchased separately. The official event page lists local food options between $5 and $8.

The event runs for four hours. The festival takes place from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET on Thursday, August 6, 2026.

The event is family-friendly. The official event page confirms family-friendly activities.

Parking & Directions

Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach takes place along Flagler Avenue in beachside New Smyrna Beach. From I-95, visitors can take State Road 44 east toward New Smyrna Beach, then continue over to the beachside area and Flagler Avenue.

Plan to arrive early if you want time to park, walk the avenue, and choose your first seafood stop before the 5:00 PM start.

Flagler Avenue is one of New Smyrna Beach’s easiest areas to explore on foot. Additionally, the beach is nearby, so visitors can pair the festival with a late-afternoon walk by the water or a slow stroll after dinner.

Insider Tips for Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach

Arrive near the start if seafood is your main reason for going. The event begins at 5:00 PM, and earlier arrival gives you more room to browse before the dinner-hour crowd builds.

Bring a light appetite, not a full plan. Specifically, this kind of Flagler Avenue event works best when you taste, walk, listen, and see what catches your eye next.

Wear comfortable shoes because this is a walk-around festival. Additionally, summer evenings in NSB still call for light clothing and a little patience when parking close to the action.

Pair the festival with the beach. Before or after the event, walk toward the ocean for salt air, softer light, and that quiet NSB reset that makes the whole evening feel slower.

Smitty says the best move is to keep dinner flexible. Follow the music, follow the seafood, and let Flagler Avenue set the pace.

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Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach gives you an easy reason to turn one evening into a few days by the coast. With Casago NSB, guests can choose from oceanfront condos, beach cottages, vacation homes near Flagler Avenue, and rental properties close to Historic Canal Street.

Our vacation homes are ready for the best part of arrival: bags down, shoes off, balcony door open, and salt air coming in. Additionally, every stay is backed by our 51-point inspection, so guests can settle in without wondering what was missed. Our team is 100% local, which means you get neighbors who know New Smyrna Beach, not a call center reading from a script.

We keep the process clear with transparent pricing, no hidden surprises, and flexible cancellation up to 7 days before check-in. Moreover, our version of southern hospitality is simple: we help guests feel at home, enjoy the town, and get straight to the good part. If you need us, we’re right here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach free to attend?

Yes, Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach has no admission fee. The official event page lists local food options between $5 and $8. However, food purchases are separate from admission. Guests should check the official event page before attending because schedules and details can change.

What happens at Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival in New Smyrna Beach?

Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival in New Smyrna Beach features local seafood options, live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and family-friendly activities. The event takes place along Flagler Avenue in beachside New Smyrna Beach. Additionally, the official event page describes it as an annual festival.

Where should visitors stay for Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach?

Visitors attending Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach should stay near Flagler Avenue, the beach, or Canal Street for easy access to dining, shopping, and local attractions. Casago NSB offers New Smyrna Beach vacation rentals ranging from oceanfront condos to beach cottages and vacation homes. Additionally, Casago NSB guests get a 100% local team, transparent pricing, and flexible cancellation up to 7 days before check-in.

Plan Your Getaway

Flagler Avenue’s Shrimp & Seafood Festival New Smyrna Beach is a simple, satisfying way to spend a summer evening in NSB. Come for the seafood, stay for the music and vendors, then give yourself a few extra days to enjoy the beach, Flagler Avenue, and the slower rhythm of town.

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