Fireworks at the 2023 steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival

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Come one, come all to the Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival for a dazzling double feature of fireworks! KYNEX puts on an incredible show at 6:45 PM both Friday and Saturday night. View it from Riverside Drive or even as far away as the schoolhouse - but why not get up close and personal with some delicious grub from Food Row? Once you’ve witnessed this spectacle in person, wrap up your evening by stopping off at the Beer Garden where more fun awaits – make plans today so you don't miss out!

Fireworks over the Steinhatchee River

15th annual Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival

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Are you ready for some good old-fashioned fun? Then mark your calendar and head on down to Steinhatchee, Florida for the 15th annual Fiddler Crab Festival. This family-friendly event features live music, delicious seafood, and plenty of activities for kids. So come on out and enjoy a day of celebrating all things crab!

2023 Steinhatchee Fiddler crab Festival, Feb 17th - 19th

What is the Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival all about?

The Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival is an annual event that brings together visitors and locals in this charming small town of northwest Florida. The festival includes food, arts and crafts, a car and boat show, a taste of Steinhatchee cookoff, fireworks, live music, a fishing tournament as well as a parade. Activities are planned from morning till night so it is suitable for all ages. Whether you are looking for food and entertainment or simply want to enjoy the scenic sunsets and catch some of the local fish, you can find something special at The Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival

When and where is it taking place this year?

February 17th - 19th 2023 will be an exciting and memorable weekend for residents of Steinhatchee, FL and beyond. The events and festivities that have been planned there are sure to provide lots of fun and entertainment for everyone. So if you're looking for an unforgettable weekend experience with family & friends then Steinhatchee is the place to be February 17th - 19th 2023!

2022 Fiddler Crab Festival February 18th-20th

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2022 Fiddler Crab Festival February 18th-20th

It’s that time of the year again. The Steinhatchee Fiddler Crab Festival is going on February 18th-20th.

The Fiddler Crab festival is the biggest event of the year in Steinhatchee. There are lots of things to do on the weekend of the Festival. There is a fishing tournament, Live music, vendors of all kinds selling anything you can think of and lot’s of food vendors. There is a taste of Steinhatchee Swamp Water Cookoff contest, a beer and wine garden, a parade, poker run and a car show. The list goes on and on.

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The 13th Annual Fiddler Crab Festival – February 12-14, 2021!

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For more information about the fiddler crab festival go to the Steinhatchee Chamber of Commerce website here.

From Steinhatchee Chamber of Commerce:

Know before you go:

  • Golf carts are NOT allowed anywhere inside the festival boundaries. No exceptions! We are a golf cart friendly community but please educate yourself on the Taylor County ordinance concerning golf carts. Handicap scooters are permissible.

  • Follow COVID safety guidelines – We encourage you to wear your face mask at all times, wash your hands frequently, and keep a safe distance from those not in your party. With your help, we can prevent the spread of COVD. Handwashing stations will be located throughout the festival and all vendors will have sanitizer available. The porta potty unit will each have sanitizer, and sanitizer will be located at each entry gate.

  • Bring cash – we have a very limited amount of ATMS in our village. Most of the vendors will take credit cards but you’ll want to have cash for the little things. Please, if possible, bring exact change for entry into the Festival.