(Savannah Fall Festivals 2024) Yemassee 30th Shrimp Festival, Oct. 10-12
“SHRIMPLY THE BEST”: YEMASSEE 30th SHRIMP FESTIVAL is Oct. 10, 11, 12 2024
Make plans to attend the 30th Annual Yemassee Shrimp Festival
The Town of Yemassee is excited to offer a sneak peek at the events planned for the highly anticipated 30th Annual Yemassee Shrimp Festival, set to take place from October 10-12, 2024. This year’s festival promises a lineup filled with family-friendly activities, exciting entertainment, and community spirit. And don’t forget about the shrimp and all the delicious food. Stay tuned, as even more announcements are coming!
Festival Hours
October 10-11 2024
Thursday 6-10PM
Friday 6-10PM
Saturday 8AM-11Pm
Learn more at YEMASSEESHRIMPFESTIVAL.COM
“Shrimply the Best!” Celebrating 30 years of community, culture, and coastal charm.
Shrimp Festival Beauty Pageant. The Annual Shrimp Festival Beauty Pageant will be Sat. Sept. 28, at 11AM at Fennell Elementary School. Contestants of all ages are invited to participate, with a special category for “Yemassee Shrimp Festival Miss Charity.” Boys and girls are welcome. To apply, please contact Lori Poston at 803-942-1145 or Paula Hagan at 803-942-0896. The application deadline is September 15. Learn more here
Unity Breakfast Kick off the festival on Thurs. Oct. 10, at 8AM with the Shrimp Festival Unity Breakfast at the Pilgrim Ford Dining Room in Yemassee. Join fellow community members for a morning of fellowship and a delicious meal. RSVP by October 1 to Stacy Pinckney at stacypinckney68@yahoo.com or call/text 843-599-3210.
Festival Highlights From October 10-12, the festival will feature rides, games, food, and entertainment for all ages, provided by Family Fun Tyme Amusements. Discounted prepaid armbands for rides are available at Yemassee Town Hall, 101 Town Circle, Yemassee.
Shrimp Festival 5K Run/Walk :Join us for a fun, family-friendly 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 12! The race will wind through the scenic streets of Yemassee, starting and finishing at the Yemassee Municipal Complex. The mostly flat, fast course offers an enjoyable experience for participants of all ages. Medals will be awarded to the Overall Male and Female winners and top finishers in each age group. Strollers are welcome!
Entry Fees are $30 per person through Oct. 1 and $35 afterward. School-aged students (K-12) can register on race day for $15.00 but may not be guaranteed a t-shirt. The t-shirt Deadline is Oct. 1, so Register by that date to guarantee a t-shirt. Race Check-In: At 7:30 AM at the Yemassee Municipal Complex, the race starts promptly at 8AM on Sat. Oct. 12.
Learn more here.