Join us for the 39th Annual Essex ClamFest and Arts & Crafts Festival, from 11 am to 4 pm in Shepard Memorial Park in Essex. Although the highlight of the day is the Chowder Tasting Competition (Come taste Cape Ann’s finest chowders from Noon to 1 pm and vote for your favorite!) there is also a great variety of activities, including arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and plenty of food vendors on-site!

*Clam Chowder Competition-participating restaurants including: Woodman's of Essex
*Food Vendors to include: The Essex Lions Club
*Also Featuring Great Marsh Brewing Company's local brews
*Over 50 Crafters and Non-profit tables!

Schedule:

11:00 AM: All Vendors Open & Live Music Begins
11:30 AM Chowder Competition Ticket Pre-Sales Begin
12:00 PM Chowder Competition Doors Open
3:00 PM Chowder Competition Winners Announced
4:00 Event Ends

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT

Location: Shepard Memorial Park, 24 Martin Street Essex MA 01929