🦀 National Hard Crab Derby – Crisfield (August 29–31, 2025)
Where: Somers Cove Marina and downtown Crisfield
When: Friday evening through Sunday evening; free entry to the grounds
Highlights
- Crab Races & Crab Bowl: Spectacular crab racing in the heart of the Derby, where speedy crabs vie for trophies and bragging rights. The Crab Bowl transforms the marina into a festive fairground.
- Crab Cooking & Picking Contests: Contestants compete in crab cake, soup/salad, appetizer, and entree categories—plus a lightning-fast picking contest for top meat yield in 15 minutes .
- Miss, Little Miss, and Mister Crustacean Pageants: Celebrating community spirit and pageantry rooted in local tradition.
- Boat Docking Competition & Skiff Races: Skilled watermen show off dock‑handling precision and skiff speed in fast-paced contests at the docks.
- Parade on Main Street: A cheerful procession Saturday morning, winding through Somerset Avenue and Broad Street, featuring floats, music, and community groups .
- Live Music & Concert Series:
- Friday, August 29: Tranzfusion opens the festivities (7 PM)
- Saturday, August 30: Smitty & On The Edge rock the marina (7 PM)
- Sunday afternoon/evening: Full Circle plays as the celebration concludes (5:30–8:30 PM)
- Mike Sterling 10K Race / 5K / 10K Ruck: Saturday morning race/walk/ruck begins at Crisfield City Dock—register early for a guaranteed tee and to save fees.
- Fireworks Finale: A dazzling firework show Sunday night caps the weekend—with great viewing around the marina and downtown.
- Local Food Vendors & Carnival Booths: Stands serving Maryland crab cakes, crab soup, fresh seafood, fried clams, plus arts and craft booths, rides, and games for kids
