Oyster SouthLANDLOCKED
LANDLOCKED is Oyster South’s annual fundraiser bringing chefs, farmers, and oyster lovers together for a one-of-a-kind Southern seafood celebration.
Chefs, farmers, and oyster lovers · We releasing tickets for LANDLOCKED at 8pm EST on August 5th, 2026. Set your alarms; they go fast!
From oystersouth.com/landlocked ↗About this program
The event raises vital support for growers, showcases premium farmed oysters, and builds community around the people, waters, and cultures that make Southern aquaculture thrive.
Landlocked isn't just a party. We're all about supporting oyster farmers and protecting our waters. Your ticket helps us tell their stories and make a difference.
At LANDLOCKED, you can expect an evening filled with Southern oysters, live fire cooking, and the region’s most enthusiastic chefs, farmers, and seafood lovers. Hosted at Decatur’s Legacy Park, the event blends outdoor festival energy with intimate tastings, chef-driven dishes, and opportunities to meet the growers behind the oysters. Guests can explore raw bars, sample specialty preparations, enjoy drinks, and learn more about Oyster South’s mission—all while supporting the farmers who make it possible.
For LANDLOCKED, we embark on a journey to tell the captivating stories of oyster farmers – their triumphs and challenges, their successes and failures. Through print, film, and digital channels, we aim to shed light on the resilience, innovation, and dedication of the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to cultivate some of the finest oysters in the South.
Questions
Where does LANDLOCKED take place?
LANDLOCKED takes place at Legacy Park in Decatur, a vibrant community space that sets the stage for an evening celebrating Southern oysters, chefs, and growers.
When are tickets released?
We releasing tickets for LANDLOCKED at 8pm EST on August 5th, 2026. Set your alarms; they go fast!
What can guests expect at LANDLOCKED?
At LANDLOCKED, you can expect an evening filled with Southern oysters, live fire cooking, and the region’s most enthusiastic chefs, farmers, and seafood lovers. Guests can explore raw bars, sample specialty preparations, enjoy drinks, and learn more about Oyster South’s mission—all while supporting the farmers who make it possible.
Details
- Who
- Chefs, farmers, and oyster lovers
- When
- We releasing tickets for LANDLOCKED at 8pm EST on August 5th, 2026. Set your alarms; they go fast!
- Where
- Legacy Park in Decatur
Run by
Annual Oyster South SymposiumThe Oyster South Symposium is our annual gathering of farmers, researchers, chefs, and industry partners from across the Southern coast.
Peer to Pier ProgramPeer to Pier is Oyster South’s mentorship program connecting new and emerging oyster farmers with experienced growers across the region.