Question 1

What are the ticket prices?

Accepted Answer

There are three different tickets available for purchase.  
 
Option 1: $35
Includes entry into the festival and samples from all participating restaurants.
 
Option 2: $50
Includes entry into the festival and samples from all participating restaurant plus two drink tickets (beer, seltzers, wine or vodka available).
 
Option 3: $175
Includes entry into the festival, samples from all participating restaurants, two drink tickets, and entry into the VIP section, which includes oyster and champagne pairings.

Question 2

What is available for purchase?

Accepted Answer

Besides admission tickets (until they run out!) online, attendees can purchase individual drink tickets ($8) and loads of fun swag at the event such as t-shirts, koozies, hats, and more! Raffle tickets may also be purchased for $10. Three great packages will be raffled off!

Question 3

Is it a family-friendly event?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Please bring the entire family.  There is FREE entry for children ages 10 and under.  We will have a kid's corner with fun activities and educational exhibits, along with free face painting, bingo, and lawn games! The festival also features local vendors, including Krewe Sunglasses, Kendra Scott, The Hat Chick, and Galveston Fishing Co.

Question 4

What activities are available?

Accepted Answer

Besides eating, there will be live music, multiple bars, fun exhibits, free face painting, bingo, lawn games, and a 360 photo op!

Question 5

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

While we love our furry friends, space is limited at this food event and pets are not allowed. Service animals are always allowed as long as they are identified as working.

Question 6

What is the parking/taxi/ride share situation?

Accepted Answer

For Ride Share usch as Uber and Lyft, the drop off is at 105 Sabine Street. Once you get out of the vehicle, head up the ramp to the festival area to join the party!

VIEW ON GOOGLE MAPS (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lot+H/@29.763264,-95.373865,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x1dbdd70d93a19d23!8m2!3d29.763264!4d-95.373865)
 
For those driving, the main parking is located at 105 Sabine Street. There will be additional free parking available at Lot H, 1643 Memorial Drive. Street parking is also available throughout the neighborhood, but be sure to look out for and obey all parking signs. Attendants will be on-site to help, so be sure to ask. As always, don't leave valuables in your car! 
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Question 7

Why are oysters important to the health of the Bay?

Accepted Answer

Oysters are a natural filtration system.  In fact, one adult oyster filters 50 gallons of water a day!  Oysters help keep our Bay fishable and swimmable but they are very susceptible to harm through natural or manmade disasters, and constantly face habitat loss. The more we all know about oysters and their value to our local ecosystem, the better we'll all be for it! 
 
All oyster shell from the festival will be recycled and returned to Galveston Bay - help us make habitat!

Find out more about our Oyster Shell Recycling Program.(https://galvbay.org/work/habitat-restoration/)

Question 8

Are only oysters being served?

Accepted Answer

No! This is an Oyster & Seafest. Restaurants will have a variety of seafood dishes available!

Question 9

Is my ticket refundable or transferable?

Accepted Answer

Sorry, tickets are non-refundable, but they are fully transferable but it's up to you to forward your ticket to your new best friend. 
 
If you can't make it, and can't find someone else to go, please consider your purchase a donation and know we're grateful!

Question 10

I have a shellfish allergy.  What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Don't eat shellfish! While we don't know for sure, it's safe to assume anything served at the festival could have shellfish in it, but we encourage you to ask individual chefs for more information about their dishes. 
 
If in doubt, we want you to play it safe and enjoy the party from beginning to end!

Question 11

What type of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept cash and credit.  No checks please.

Question 12

Will the event be cancelled if it rains?

Accepted Answer

This event is rain or shine.

Question 13

I have other questions.  Who can I contact?

Accepted Answer

Please email us at oysterfest@galvbayevents.org.  Thanks!