Southern California may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of fresh lobster, but we sure know how to throw a memorable festival featuring fresh Maine lobsters flown in straight from the source. So save yourself a trip to Maine and get your lobster fix right here in SoCal. Here are six fun festivals featuring the best lobster you can find. If you missed the last few lobster festivals here in SoCal, there’s still time to catch the last ones of the season, so make sure to add these tasty lobster fests to your calendar.
- Original Long Beach Lobster Festival: September 9-11
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yelp/cassandra y. Now in its 20th year, the Long Beach Original Lobster Festival is one of Long Beach’s signature events that you won’t want to miss. Held at Rainbow Lagoon, this festive foodie gathering serves mouthwatering lobster fresh from Maine. Served with all the tasty sides you’d expect at a lobster feed, your tummy will be full and happy. Tickets start at $13.
- Redondo Beach Lobster Festival: September 23-25
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facebook/redondo beach lobster festival If you just can’t get enough lobster, the Redondo Beach Lobster Festival is right around the corner as well. Eat in style with plentiful options for a Maine lobster dinner with choices that also include a hearty Surf N Turf feast. Entrance into this event starts at $15.
- Murrieta Lobster Festival: October 7-9
facebook/murietta lobster festival This fun fest is held in downtown Murrieta at Town Square Park. You’ll get to experience a mouthwatering feast with fresh Maine lobster drizzled with warm butter. Yummmm! You’ll also find some great live entertainment and fun activities for the whole family. Tickets start at $13 and kids 12 and under are free. There is an additional cost for the lobster dinner of your choice.
- Santa Barbara Harbor and Seafood Festival: October 15
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Yelp/Parandzem Z. Lobster is definitely on the menu at this signature seafood event coming up in Santa Barbara in October. Admission to the event is free although there is a charge for any seafood you want to devour.
- Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival
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facebook/port of los angeles lobster fest Did you know the world’s largest lobster festival is right here in Southern California? You may have missed it this year, but you can add it to your calendar for next year so you won’t miss this epic seafood fest. An annual tradition since 1999, the Port of Los Angeles Lobster Fest is held in San Pedro where fresh Maine lobster is flown in daily. Mark your calendar for 2017 when this fun festival returns to Los Angeles next July. This one is definitely worth the wait.
- Lobsterfest at Newport Beach
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facebook/lobsterfest at newport beach Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort puts on one memorable lobster fest that the whole family will enjoy. Dig into giant Maine lobsters served with heaping portions of sides. You’ll definitely need a bib for this event as these lobsters get pretty messy. Missed it this year? It will be back again next year for its ninth annual event.
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Now in its 20th year, the Long Beach Original Lobster Festival is one of Long Beach’s signature events that you won’t want to miss. Held at Rainbow Lagoon, this festive foodie gathering serves mouthwatering lobster fresh from Maine. Served with all the tasty sides you’d expect at a lobster feed, your tummy will be full and happy. Tickets start at $13.
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If you just can’t get enough lobster, the Redondo Beach Lobster Festival is right around the corner as well. Eat in style with plentiful options for a Maine lobster dinner with choices that also include a hearty Surf N Turf feast. Entrance into this event starts at $15.
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This fun fest is held in downtown Murrieta at Town Square Park. You’ll get to experience a mouthwatering feast with fresh Maine lobster drizzled with warm butter. Yummmm! You’ll also find some great live entertainment and fun activities for the whole family. Tickets start at $13 and kids 12 and under are free. There is an additional cost for the lobster dinner of your choice.
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Lobster is definitely on the menu at this signature seafood event coming up in Santa Barbara in October. Admission to the event is free although there is a charge for any seafood you want to devour.
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Did you know the world’s largest lobster festival is right here in Southern California? You may have missed it this year, but you can add it to your calendar for next year so you won’t miss this epic seafood fest. An annual tradition since 1999, the Port of Los Angeles Lobster Fest is held in San Pedro where fresh Maine lobster is flown in daily. Mark your calendar for 2017 when this fun festival returns to Los Angeles next July. This one is definitely worth the wait.
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Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort puts on one memorable lobster fest that the whole family will enjoy. Dig into giant Maine lobsters served with heaping portions of sides. You’ll definitely need a bib for this event as these lobsters get pretty messy. Missed it this year? It will be back again next year for its ninth annual event.
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