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A man wearing stilts dressed as a chef and a person in a shrimp costume for the Shrimp & Grits festival

Shrimp & Grits Festival

An award-winning festival held in the Historic District of Jekyll Island, Georgia.
Mark your calendars and discover the artists’ market, family-friendly activities, live music performances and the mouthwatering shrimp and grits creations that await you.

Friday, October 23: 4:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturday, October 24: 10:00 am -9:00 pm

A vintage car, string lights a a bunch of beautifully decorated table for a garden party

Garden Party

Celebrate Shrimp & Grits Weekend with an unforgettable evening on the Morgan Center Lawn featuring chef-crafted cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and live entertainment in a beautiful garden setting.

Hospitality Hall with 8 large round tables, 4 large picnic tables, and 3 large TVs

Hospitality Hall

Join us for an inviting escape from the bustle of the festival at the Hospitality Hall in the Morgan Center along Pier Road. Enjoy relaxed seating, live entertainment, and the comfort of air conditioning. Savory bites, craft beer, and a full bar are available for purchase.

Shrimp and Grits with arugula and pepper slices

Shrimp and Grits Recipes

Fresh Georgia shrimp caught in our waters and Andouille sausage with Cajun spices are combined with scallions and a compound butter that features bacon fat.

Eggs Benedict and a side of home fries

Sunday Brunch

Indulge in an opulent experience with our exquisite buffet-style Sunday brunch, specially curated for the Shrimp & Grits Festival weekend. Join us from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 25 in the Grand Dining Room and treat yourself to an array of mouthwatering classics.