The Downbeach Seafood Festival Returns to Ventnor This September

For the sixth straight year, the annual Seafood Festival will take place at Ski Beach off of Dorset and Burk Avenues in Ventnor.

Event Location and 2026 Dates

The dates for this year's event will be September 19th and 20th, with tickets available at Downbeachseafoodfestival.com.

Ticket Information and Pricing

While this year's ticket prices have not yet been revealed, the 2025 two-day event had tickets for $10 in advance or $15 per person at the gate, with kids under 12 free.

Activities: Chowder Cook-Off and Live Music

If you are thinking of coming to the event, there is a Complimentary shuttle service at 4800 Wellington Avenue in Ventnor Heights that will take you to Ski Beach. Past events have included live entertainment, a Chowder Cook-Off, Jersey-made craft beer, and South Jersey’s food culture, all on display.

Here is the list of past food vendors, craft beer vendors, and vendors who have been featured in past events.

Is the Seafood Festival Pet-Friendly?

This is a pet-friendly event that should have great weather with plenty of great activities for the family, so make plans to attend one of the days at this year's Downbeach Seafood Festival.