Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival

This Event Happens: October 24-25, 2025

A coastal favorite, the Jekyll Island Shrimp and Grits Festival combines the classic southern dish with family-friendly entertainment, artists market, live music, food, and more. The island comes alive during this fun-filled weekend, so mark your calendars for this award-winning two day event held in the Historic District of Jekyll Island, Georgia.

Admission to the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival is free. However, during this event the Jekyll Island Parking fee will increase to an additional $5 per daily parking; annual passes are not impacted. For more information on the fee increase, visit Jekyll Island's Park Entry & Parking Passes.

Shrimp and Grits 2022 Live Music
Learn more about the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival. To become a vendor for this festival or for more information, please contact the Jekyll Island Authority.