Labor Day Weekend – Thursday, September 3 through Sunday, September 6
The Crisfield National Hard Crab Derby is a favorite annual Labor Day weekend event on the Maryland Eastern Shore, a unique crab themed event that includes crab races, boat docking, crab cooking and picking contests, artisans, live entertainment, beauty pageants, parade, fireworks and more. Known by many as “The Crab Capital of the World”, Crisfield has a rich crab history on display at the festival which shows the heritage and traditions of the area for all to remember, learn and enjoy! Events are throughout the city, while most are at Somers Cove Marina, one of the largest marinas on the East Coast.
New this year – Thursday night concert with “Alter Ego” from 6-9pm
Regular Gate Admission $1.00
Boat Docking Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-crisfield-boat-docking-captains-deck-seats-ga-and-watch-party-tickets-1994696492906
Concert Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-hard-crab-derby-concert-series-tickets-1992145621180
National Hard Crab Derby Parade:
Starts at Somerset Avenue and W. Main Street (11:00am, Sat. Sept. 5th)
Ends at 6th Street and W. Main Street
Find out more at https://www.nationalhardcrabderby.com/
