National Hard Crab Derby
Date & Time
Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Somers Cove Marina | Crisfield, MD
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🌊 The National Hard Crab Derby in Crisfield, Maryland is a beloved Labor Day weekend tradition celebrating the town’s rich crabbing heritage.The festival features:
🦀 Crab races — the iconic highlight of the Derby
🍳 Crab cooking & picking contests
🚤 Boat docking competitions
🎨 Artisans & craft vendors
🎶 Live entertainment
đź‘‘ Beauty pageants
🎉 Parade & fireworks
đź“Ť Events held throughout Crisfield, with many at Somers Cove Marina, one of the largest marinas on the East Coast
It’s a weekend packed with tradition, local flavor, and family‑friendly fun — a true celebration of Crisfield’s heritage.
Event Location
Somers Cove Marina, Crisfield, United States
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Event Host
The National Hard Crab Derby