John's Pass Seafood Festival

Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Madeira Beach at the 44th Annual John’s Pass Seafood Festival. This beloved waterfront celebration brings together fresh Gulf seafood, live music on multiple stages, arts and crafts vendors, family-friendly activities, and the return of our Halloween traditions: Friday night Kids’ Trick-or-Treating and Saturday night’s Adult Costume Contest. Set throughout John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk, the festival offers an unbeatable mix of local charm and coastal culture. Guests can explore vendor booths along the waterfront and down expanded festival streets, enjoy regional specialties from talented chefs, and shop one-of-a-kind creations from local artists and makers. Parking & Transportation Festival parking is available in John’s Pass Village lots, nearby public lots, and designated off-site areas. We encourage attendees to use the free festival shuttle, rideshare services, or nearby beach trolley stops to make arrival easy and avoid traffic congestion. Event Protocols The John’s Pass Seafood Festival is a rain-or-shine event. Guests should expect bag checks at entrances, and certain items such as outside alcohol, coolers, or weapons are prohibited. Vendor areas and pedestrian walkways must remain clear for safety, and guests are encouraged to respect both the festival space and the Village’s year-round businesses. Join us October 24–26, 2025, as we welcome back the tradition of an October Seafood Festival — a weekend filled with fresh flavors, lively entertainment, and the unmistakable spirit of Madeira Beach.