HUNGRY FOR THE WORLD'S BEST OYSTERS?
oysterfest will be back in HALIFAX November 2023
oysterfest WILL BE BACK IN HALIFAX November 2023
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS ABOUT THE 2022 FESTIVAL—NEW INFO WILL BE COMING FOR 2023
The Halifax Oyster Festival is Canada’s largest oyster festival. Back for 2022 after a couple pandemic years off, it was originally scheduled for September, then Hurricane Fiona hit and the festival was postponed. But now it is back on—in the Seaport's weather-proof Pavilion 22 venue!—for November 25 & 26, 2022. Taking place on the beautiful Halifax waterfront, it’s a unique gathering of oyster producers and heaven on earth for people who love eating oysters. Whether you’re an oyster fanatic or are just bi-valve curious, you’ll taste a wide variety of oysters and get a rich immersion in oyster culture where local sea farmers and their families shuck for you. Think of it like a beer fest, but for oysters. Cruise around to the different oyster farm booths, meet farmers and their families and taste their products. Shucking demos and contests will be on the main stage, plus live music & DJs for dancing with Pearl.
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Halifax Oyster Festival and The Sutton Place Hotel are teaming up to provide festival rates for out-of-town guests. Stay in the heart of downtown Halifax. Room discount rates are available for 2022 Oyster Festival ticket holders from $219-$249 plus taxes and fees.
*Proof of purchased Halifax Oyster Festival tickets must be shown upon check in for rate.
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ViewOur Coasts team is currently curing recycled oyster shells. Why? Because they’re great for nature-based coastal restoration projects!
Oyster shell recycling is not only about diverting waste–it can also revitalize marine biodiversity and enhance coastal resilience! 🦪💙
This #OceansDay, visit our link in bio to learn more about how our Clean Coasts team helps our dynamic coastlines by adapting nature-based restoration projects to preserve and restore coastal ecosystems.OpenJun 8
ViewHad the most awesome time shucking with the team from eastcapeoyster for hfxoysterfest tonight. Shucking Sand Dune Selects and Northern Belles from Souris, PEI.
Time and time I heard people telling us that they liked the Sand Dunes #best out of all the oysters available 😊 but I guarantee you that all the oysters presented were amazingly awesome! 💯
Thanks for letting me be a part of your team!
#hfxoysterfest
#thecoastOpenNov 27
ViewWe’re thrilled to be at hfxoysterfest! 🦪 This is one of our favourite events and we can’t wait for you to try our oysters. Let us know what you thought of them! 👇
#DeonOysters #TasteOfNS #NSBusiness #YarmouthNS #NovaScotia #HalifaxNS #Oysters #TasteOfNovaScotia #HalifaxFood #HalifaxNoise #VisitYAS #HFXOysterFestOpenNov 26
ViewWill you be at hfxoysterfest this weekend? 🔪🦪 We’ll be there, serving up our famous Salt Bay and Eel Lake oysters. It’s going to be a shucking good time!
#DeonOysters #TasteOfNS #NSBusiness #YarmouthNS #NovaScotia #Oysters #TasteOfNovaScotia #HalifaxNS #HalifaxFood #HalifaxNoise #VisitYAS #HFXOysterFestOpenNov 23
ViewCongratulations to Jessica Deviller!
*GIVEAWAY CLOSED*
Pearl is excited to see you at the Halifax Oyster Festival this weekend (Nov 25-26) at Pavillion 22!
In partnership with our friends at hfxoysterfest, we’re giving away a prize package that includes: 2 tickets to the 2022 Halifax Oyster Festival, 2 Pearl t-shirts, 2 “rise and brine” tote bags, 2 "Eat the Ocean" iron on patches, and 2 Pearl stickers!
To enter,
- Follow hfxoysterfest
- In the comments below, tag a friend who loves oysters!
Multiple entries allowed. Must be 19 years of age or older at the time of entry and a resident of Nova Scotia. The giveaway closes on Thursday, November 24 at 10 am. One (1) winner will be randomly selected and contacted by DM immediately. The winner will have until 5 pm on Thursday, November 24 to accept the prize or another winner will be drawn. The winner will receive 2 tickets to the 2022 Oyster Festival, 2 Pearl T-shirts, 2 “rise and brine” tote bags, 2 "Eat the Ocean" iron-on patches, and 2 Pearl stickers The prize cannot be exchanged or redeemed for cash. This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram.
#DowntownHalifax #HFXOysterFestOpenNov 22
View🦪 Getting ready for Oysterfest this weekend! Here’s a memory of the 1st ever hfxoysterfest. As you can see, #Halifax is serious about oysters. After a 2 years hiatus—and a 🌀Fiona🌀postponement—#HfxOysterfest is happening THIS WEEKEND! Unlimited oysters? I’m there. Get your tickets now 🎟️: https://www.tickethalifax.com/events/102644449/2022-halifax-oyster-festival
OpenNov 21
View🦪SAVE THE DATE🦪
#HFXOysterFest has been rescheduled for November 25 & 26
After a 2 year hiatus and a last minute cancellation due to a hurricane, HFXOysterFest is BACK and excited to share some of the world's best oysters with you. Grab your tickets today by visiting the link in their bio.🔗
New indoor location on the Halifax waterfront to be announced soon!OpenNov 21
View🦪SAVE THE DATE🦪
#HFXOysterFest has been rescheduled for November 25 & 26
After a 2 year hiatus and a last minute cancellation due to a hurricane, HFXOysterFest is BACK and excited to share some of the world's best oysters with you. Grab your tickets today by visiting the link in their bio.🔗
New indoor location on the Halifax waterfront to be announced soon!OpenNov 14
ViewFrom hfxoysterfest The Mellotones are Halifax’s favourite R&B Funk band. This 8-piece powerhouse has been bringing their high-octane party to stages around the world and we’re SO EXCITED to invite them to our stage on Friday Nov 25 to celebrate #hfxoysterfest !!
Combining powerful vocals, dynamic horns, and a groovy rhythm section with a catalogue that dives deep into the history of soul, funk, disco, and R&B music, The Mellotones recall an era dominated by the classics of
Motown, Stax, and Chess Records. The members – Jeff Mosher (vocals/saxophone), Jody Lyne (trumpet), Eric Landry (trombone), Sean Weber (lead saxophone), Brad Conrad (guitar), Ian Mosher (keyboards), Mike Farrington Jr. (bass), and Damien Moynihan (drums) – are a remarkably tight unit who bring the party wherever they preform. Over their long career, the band has not only garnered a devoted fan base, but also the opportunity to sit-in with acts such as David Foster, Dan Akroyd, The Free Nationals, Nathan East, and even Dennis Rodman.
Join us and the Mellotones at #HFXOysterFest this month, get your tickets today! Link in bio 🔗OpenNov 12
View🦪SAVE THE DATE🦪
#HFXOysterFest has been rescheduled for November 25 & 26
After a 2 year hiatus and a last minute cancellation due to a hurricane, HFXOysterFest is BACK and excited to share some of the world's best oysters with you. Grab your tickets today by visiting the link in their bio.🔗
New indoor location on the Halifax waterfront to be announced soon!OpenNov 10
ViewHalifax’s very own Pearl has made quite the splash. She’s been representing our great city for many years but 2022 has been her year to shine.
To get your very own there’s a link in my profile. I’ll also have some on hand at Dartmouthmakers and Halifaxcrafters winter shows! hfxoysterfestOpenNov 8
