Come Hungry to our Chowder Fest – where local restaurants compete for the best chowder in Newburyport!

Sunday, October 12, 2025 | Newburyport Waterfront

Taste, sip, shop, and celebrate fall in Newburyport! Local restaurants will be serving their best chowders in a sizzling competition for People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice awards.

We are still accepting crafter and commercial vendor applications.  If interested, please find our application HERE

Chowder Fest Tickets now on sale HERE

Ticket price is $30 in advance / $35 at door

This event is kid and pet friendly so bring the whole family!

Participating restaurants include:

• Loretta
• Metzy’s Cantina
• The Grog
• Michael’s Harborside
• Mission Oak Grill
• Port Vida
• Port Tavern
• The Poynt
• Thirsty Whale
• Tuscan Sea Bar & Grill
• Paddle Inn / Sunset Club