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Pack your bags for an epic seafood adventure

Here’s your itinerary for a day of fun in the sun at the Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival.

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A GIF of attendees at the Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival and a backdrop of the Charleston Harbor.

This festival celebrates Mount Pleasant’s rich shrimping and fishing heritage.

Photos provided by Experience Mount Pleasant

Nothing says “vacation mode” like fresh seafood by the water.

The annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival in Mount Pleasant, SC — just a ~2-hour flight from Nashville — invites you to soak up some fun in the Lowcountry on Sunday, April 27.

From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., watch local shrimp boats parade through Charleston Harbor for a traditional blessing, then dig into fresh, wild-caught seafood from local restaurants and food vendors.

While you’re there, check out:

  • A craft show + juried art exhibition by the Mount Pleasant Artists Guild, where you can browse and purchase one-of-a-kind works of art
  • Shag dancing and shrimp-eating contests
  • Live music and entertainment
  • Tons of family-friendly activities

With the stunning Charleston Harbor and Ravenel Bridge as your backdrop, this free festival is a must for seafood lovers and anyone looking to spend the perfect day by the water.

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