Chowderfest 2026
Get Ready for the 3rd Annual Gig Harbor Chowderfest! Join us March 7th for a coastal culinary adventure featuring 11+ gourmet tastings and more than 30 participating venues across the historic waterfront.
TIME + LOCATION
Mar 07, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Gig Harbor Visitor Center, 3125 Judson St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335, USA
ABOUT THE EVENT
Get Ready for a "Shell" of a Time!
Chowderfest is back, and we aren't "clamming" around. On Saturday, March 7th, the historic Gig Harbor waterfront transforms into a coastal culinary quest. With 33+ participating venues, including 11+ gourmet tasty stops, there is plenty to explore between scoops!
What’s on the Menu?
🥣 Sip Happens: Use your all-access pass to sample a "sea" of premium chowders. From classic recipes to internationally inspired "outside the shell" concepts, our local chefs are bringing their A-game.
🐙 Added Mystery (Optional): Don't just eat—solve! Follow the Chowder Lore trail through our downtown businesses to uncover Harbor legends and chowder secrets.
🎴 Decks on Deck: Every ticketholder receives a commemorative deck of Gig Harbor Trivia Cards. It’s the "reel" deal, packed with puns and harbor history you didn't know you needed.
🏆 Winner, Winner, Chowder Dinner: Complete your Lore Story to be entered to win a Grand Prize Waterfront Dining Experience at a restaurant of your choosing.
The Details
When: Saturday, March 7th | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Gig Harbor Waterfront
Tickets: $35 (Strictly limited to 500 attendees)
Don't wait until the tide goes out—grab your tickets now and get ready for a "shrimply" delightful day along the Hidden Harbor!