Get ready to throw your claws in the air on Memorial Day weekend during the annual Palatka Blue Crab Festival!

Happening May 24, 25 and 26, this beloved event features national headliners, full-day concert line-ups of regional musicians, dozens of vendors and food trucks, community events, activities and entertainment for all ages, and a massive kids’ zone. Scroll down for the 2024 line-up and schedule of events!

This family-friendly festival (which has been around for nearly 30 years!) takes place the Friday, Saturday and Sunday before Memorial Day in downtown Palatka and along the scenic waterfront.

The event will run Friday from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 9 p.m.

Interested vendors should apply online at palatkabluecrabfestival.com.