The 56th Annual Blessing of the Fleet on the beautiful, historic Darien Waterfront is set for April 5 - 7, 2024. Enjoy music, arts, crafts, and food while celebrating the Historic Darien, GA and the Beloved Shrimping Fleet! Festivities begin at 4:00 P.M Friday and conclude at 6:00 p.m. Sunday. 

The Blessing of the Fleet is a highly anticipated annual festival that pays homage to Darien’s thriving shrimping industry. Presented by the Darien-McIntosh County Chamber of Commerce, this exciting three-day event features a plethora of activities and attractions, including an art show, delectable food and beverage vendors, unique arts and crafts, an invigorating YMCA 5K, engaging children’s activities, classic car show, nightly live entertainment, and an enthralling marine parade.

However, the highlight of this splendid weekend falls on Sunday when we bestow our heartfelt blessings on the intrepid shrimpboat captains, wishing them a secure and flourishing season. Notably, Darien’s Blessing of the Fleet is the largest on the East Coast, turnout of over 30,000 attendees throughout the weekend.

More than just a festival, the Blessing of the Fleet is a spirited celebration of family, food, and fun that embodies the warmth and hospitality of Darien’s charming comwarmly welcome welcome to all who wish to share in this delightful fellowship!

Live Music from Derrick Flowers, Pine Box Dwellers, Kyle Turner Band and Skynfolks - a Lynyrd Skyard tribute experience.

Food Trucks

Vendor Village

Fun for All Ages

Schedule of Events

Friday  

4:00 pm - Gates Open

6:00 pm - Derreck Flowers 

8:00 pm - Pine Box Dwellers 

10:30 pm - Gates Close

Saturday

7:30 am - 5k Race

8:00 am - Pancake Breakfast

9:00 am - Gates Open

9:30 am - Parade Lineup

10:00 am - Parade

10:00 am-12:00 pm - Jim Morgan

12:20 2:30 pm - Shadfax

12:00-1:00 pm - Shrimp Heading Competition

11 am-3 pm Classic Car Show

2:00-3:00 pm - Family Fishing Event

3:00-3:30 pm - The Mcintosh County Shouters

4:00-5:45 pm - Michael Hullett

5:00 pm - Kyle Turner Band

7:30 pm - Skynfolks

9:00 pm - Fireworks

10:30 pm - Gates Close

Sunday

10:00 am - Gates Open

10:30 am Worship Services

12:00 pm - Vendors Open

12:30-2:00 pm - Touch of Grey

2:00 - Boat Parade

3:00-5:00 Pm - Michael Hullett

4:30 Pm - Awards and Final Announcements

6:00 Pm - Gates Close

Date: April 5-7, 2024

Location: Darien Waterfront Park

1 Screven Street, Darien, GA 31305

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