Newburyport Chowder Fest

Newburyport Chowder Fest

By Yankee Homecoming

A family friendly event, along the waterfront of Newburyport, MA - October 12th

Date and time

Location

Waterfront Promenade Park

22 Merrimac Street Newburyport, MA 01950

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Highlights

  • 4 hours
  • all ages
  • In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

About this event

Come Hungry to the Newburyport Chowder Fest!

Sunday, October 12, 2025 | Newburyport Waterfront

Taste, sip, shop, and celebrate fall in Newburyport! Local restaurants will be serving their best chowders in a sizzling competition for People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice awards.

Enjoy:

  • Live music throughout the day
  • A craft beer garden
  • More than 30 local artisans and crafters
  • A family-friendly atmosphere with something for everyone (dogs permitted)

Tickets

  • $30 Pre-Sale | $35 At the Door
  • $10 for Kids 12 & Under
  • Includes chowder tastings from some of Newburyport’s top restaurants (while supplies last).

Schedule

  • 12pm–4pm: Chowder Fest Tastings
  • 10am–5pm: Artisan & Crafter Market
  • 11am–4pm: Beer Garden
  • 11am–5pm: Live Music

All proceeds support the 2026 Yankee Homecoming Fireworks.

This event sells out quickly—reserve your tickets today and be part of one of Newburyport’s favorite fall traditions!

Your Favorite Restaurants Participating:

  1. The Grog
  2. Loretta
  3. Metzy's Cantina
  4. Michael’s Harborside
  5. Mission Oak
  6. Oregano Ristorante
  7. Port Vida
  8. Port Tavern
  9. Rosita's Cocina
  10. The Poynt
  11. Thirsty Whale
  12. Tuscan Sea Bar & Grill
    Check back for more restaurants as they are added!

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Oct 12 · 12:00 PM EDT