Oysters the way you like them in a fun, family-friendly festival in Richmond’s Northside. You can get them fried, steamed and raw – or order a po’ boy with homemade remoulade. We’ll have brats and hotdogs ta’ boot. Wine, Beer (including N/A) and Surfside, Water, and other refreshments will be available. A day full of live music and a Kids’ Zone, featuring moon-bounces, face painting, and other activities (an all-day pass is available for parents to purchase - $7).

NEW! Family Picnic Area - large, fenced, and shaded lawn for spreading out blankets and enjoying this year’s fall foliage. 

FREE TO ATTEND ($2 Donation suggested) Food, drinks, kids’ zone charged separately.

All the events oyster shells will be collected by the Oyster Shell Recycling Program – run by the VCU Rice River Center. The shells will be used to help restore oyster bed habitats in Virginia waterways. Rice Rivers Center will be on hand to answer questions about their programs. 

We-Pay-You Bike Valet - Each bike earns the rider $2 in tickets and is supported by BikeWalk RVA.  

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.  RAIN OR SHINE

Where: St. Thomas' Episcopal Church 3602 Hawthorne Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222 

BANDS: 

12:00p to 1:00p Berto Sales (Latin Jazz, Gypsy Rhumba)

1:20p to 2:20p Cheap Comfort (Folk Rock, Rock Folk)

2:40p to 4:10p Hey Little Sister (A Rock Medley)

4:30p to 6:00p The Hot Seats (Bluegrass)