Falmouth Oyster Festival runs from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 October 2026. The organiser describes four days celebrating native Fal oysters and Cornish seafood, with cookery demonstrations, food, arts and crafts, and entertainment at Events Square.
The detailed programme currently visible on parts of the official site refers to 2025. This page therefore does not carry forward individual chefs, musicians, races or session times until they appear in the 2026 schedule.
Visitor information
Dates: Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 October 2026.
Venue: Events Square in Falmouth.
Admission: The organiser says daytime entry is free and evening entertainment is ticketed. Check each evening listing for its current price and availability.
Programme status: Four festival dates are confirmed, while the full 2026 running order is still being published. Use the official what’s-on page rather than the archived 2025 programme.
Food and drink: Oysters, seafood and other purchases are charged separately from daytime admission.
The event marks the start of the oyster-dredging season, according to the official festival site. Visitors travelling for one demonstration or performance should confirm its date and start time before departure.
Dates should be rechecked before travel.
Where to stay
Events Square is in central Falmouth. Browse places to stay in Falmouth.
