Newburgh Seafood Festival

Date: Saturday, August 23

Location: People’s Park, Newburgh Waterfront (One Washington Street, Newburgh, NY)

Time: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM (VIP Entry at 11:30 AM)

Kids 12 & under enter FREE!

Get ready for the ultimate seafood celebration by the Hudson River! The Newburgh Seafood Festival brings together fresh eats, ice-cold drinks, live Motown & R&B hits, and local shopping—all in a scenic waterfront setting. Whether you're coming for the food, music, or river views, there’s a ticket made just for you.

Ticket Options:

General Admission (GA) – Entry at 1:00 PM

• Access to the festival grounds, live music by FDR Drive Band, vendors & riverfront views
• Bring a lawn chair or blanket and chill in the park
• Food and beverages not included; available for purchase from vendors
• Entry subject to availability—may sell out!

Captain’s Brew Ticket – Early Entry at 11:30 AM

• Entry to the Captain’s Beer Garden
• Includes 4 drink tickets (beer, sangria, or margaritas)
• Access to tented seating area
• Food not included—available for purchase from vendors
• Must be 21+ to purchase

Seafood Supreme VIP Ticket – VIP Entry at 11:30 AM

Get the full festival experience with exclusive perks and premium food!

• VIP Badge & Lanyard
• Reserved seating in the VIP area
• 3 beverage tickets (beer, cider, seltzer, margaritas, soft drinks)
• Access to 5 exclusive buffet stations from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM (while supplies last):

• Seafood Boil – snow crab, shrimp, crawfish & more
• Fried Favorites – coconut shrimp, fish & chips, crab rangoons
• Coastal Specialties – stuffed clams, sliders, croquettes
• Cheese Wheel Pasta – tossed to order with shrimp, chicken, or bacon
• Savory Bites – Wagyu sliders, filet mignon empanadas, arancini & more

• VIP-only seating area
• Must have VIP ticket to enter the VIP zone

What’s Included for Everyone:

• Live music by FDR Drive Band – top Motown, R&B, and pop dance hits
• Local vendors & artisan shopping
• Scenic riverfront park—perfect for families and groups