lobster fest 2020

The dates are out for Lobster Fest 2020!

For 2020, the lobster season officially opens on  June 15th, 2020. As the lobster season opens, Belizeans celebrate by having this annual lobster fest in three locations, San Pedro, Caye Caulker and Placencia. 

Plan your Belize Vacation around Lobster fest! This is the best time to visit Belize as you get to enjoy these delicious crustaceans. 

lobster fest 2020

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Where and when exactly will the festival be?

The lobster fest is one of Belize’s most popular food festivals celebrated annually in San Pedro, Caye Caulker and Placencia. Not only a key attraction for tourists, but many Belizeans also head out to the islands to partake in the different lobster themed events, pageants, and parties.

San Pedro Lobster Fest

The kick-off of the season, the Lobster Fest starts off with a bang in San Pedro with festivities running from June 11th through the 20th. Events start on June 11th with a Lion Fish Hunt. Followed by various events on June 15th and lastly a block party June 20th  in Central Park

Each area celebrated lobster fest a little different but all three are still as exciting and enjoyable.

If you can’t make it, no problem, head on over to Placencia for June 26-28, 2020. Make it a weekend affair, with beach barbecues, fun food contests, live music and local dance performances setting a vibrant and festive tone for the start of the season. Caye Caulker also host Lobster Fest, with those dates pending release.

Why you must attend this tasty festival?

Of course, to devour the fresh, tasty lobsters! not only that but also to enjoy the company of friendly locals and visitors as they all come together to celebrate and share culture. The days at each location are filled with exciting activities and contests for everyone to enjoy. Lobster can definitely be considered as one of the most delicious foods on earth. You also get to choose lobster in a variety of ways to eat.

You will not be sure to have a blast at this once a year tasty festival!

Photo Courtesy: San Pedro Lobster Fest Committee

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