SHUCK FEST
3rd-5th October, 2025
Wagner Hall, Brighton
Join us for a fun-packed festival weekender where oysters & seafood take centre stage in Britain's most iconic seaside town.
From our historic fishing roots to today's banging food scene, we're bringing together the best local independent restaurants & live music for one epic celebration.
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Come hungry, leave happy – this is a seafood party like you've never experienced!
THE LOW DOWN
FRIDAY NIGHT
SATURDAY DAYTIME
SATURDAY NIGHT
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FRIDAY NIGHT (5pm - Midnight)
SHUCK YEAH!'
Opening night celebrations
Join us for mouth-watering local food and drink in a party atmosphere with an incredible line-up of live music, DJs & cabaret performances. It's going to be foot-stomping, fizz-sipping, and oyster-slurping galore!
Over 18's only
SATURDAY DAYTIME (11am - 5pm)
'SHUCKER-MANIA!'
The ultimate oyster showdown
Local chefs go Croc-to-Croc, popping oysters like there's no tomorrow in a knockout tournament where only one can be crowned Brighton's greatest shucker. All set to a 90s sing-along soundtrack.
This is fun for all the family, with fishy street food, games and entertainment. Not to be missed!
All ages welcome
SATURDAY EVENING (6pm - Midnight)
'GET OUT OF YOUR SHELL'
Break out your best glad rags!
Prepare to dance, eat, drink and sing the night away! Come and get out of your shell with us for a raucous foot-stomping party night with bands, DJs and cabaret performances.
Enjoy local fish street food from some of the best restaurants in town – it's going to be oysters galore at SHUCK, the best seafood party in town!
Over 18's only
SUNDAY 5TH
SHUCK BOIL!
SUNDAY DAYTIME (11am - 6pm)
'SHUCKED UP ON
THE BAYOU'
Just want to soak up the atmosphere? Come for our day tickets and enjoy:
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Live music all day featuring dirty swamp blues
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SHUCK FM broadcasting live
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Good old Southern hospitality, Brighton style
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Fresh oysters and drinks available
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All ages welcome - the perfect way to spend a Sunday!
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​Back by popular demand!
Get ready for the ultimate seaside feast! This is a hands-on, finger-licking experience featuring:
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
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All-day access to SHUCK Festival
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Authentic Louisiana-style seafood boil with a Brighton twist
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Communal feasting on long tables (get messy, get social!)
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Fresh crab, shellfish, corn-on-the-cob, spicy sausage and potatoes
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FREE drink on arrival
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Live music & DJs all day long
EXTRAS AVAILABLE: Fresh oysters, craft cocktails, local craft beers and wine
BRIGHTON BOIL BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!
STEP 1: Choose Your Time Slot From Our Ticket Section
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Available slots: 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm
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Each slot is 2 hours lonG
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You MUST select a time when booking
STEP 2: Coordinate Your Group - IMPORTANT: If you're coming with friends/family, EVERYONE must book the SAME time slot to sit together!
Don't get separated - make sure your whole gang picks the same time!
All ages welcome - Perfect for families, friends, and seafood lovers of all kinds!
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Get ready to sip cocktails, slurp oysters, and dig into the Brighton Boil. It's going to be messy!