About the Festival
Placencia Lobsterfest is an annual celebration held in the charming coastal village of Placencia, Belize. This festival is a vibrant and lively event that pays homage to the local lobster industry, which plays a significant role in the community's economy and culture. Dating back several decades, Placencia Lobsterfest has become a beloved tradition that attracts locals and tourists alike with its delicious seafood offerings, live music performances, cultural displays, and fun activities for all ages. When you attend Placencia Lobsterfest, you can expect to indulge in mouthwatering lobster dishes prepared in various culinary styles, enjoy lively musical performances and parties, shop for unique handicrafts from local artisans, and soak up the laid-back Caribbean atmosphere that makes this event truly special. Don't miss out on this ultimate seafood fiesta that celebrates everything lobster!
2024 Festival Dates: Friday July19th, Saturday July 20th, Sunday July 21th
Lobsterfest Events
Placencia's Lobsterfest Fishing Tournament is a highlight of this annual festival. The one-day tournament draws fisherfolk from near and far with the lure of winning huge cash prizes for best catch, biggest lobster, junior and women angler categories and best boat! Don't miss the big weigh-in on the pier on Sunday afternoon and see which prizes are awarded.
Get ready for a unique and unforgettable experience at Lobsterfest! Our entertainment lineup features a variety of musicians, DJs, steel drums, and marching bands over the three days of the festival. Plus, enjoy spectacular fireworks and exciting games and competitions throughout the event.
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Are you ready for your chance at winning in Belize's ultimate raffle? The BTIA's Lobsterfest Raffle is the biggest and best in the country. With over a hundred prizes donated, you could win everything from airline tickets, luxury resort stays, spa treatments, and restaurant vouchers. Tickets are just $2 each! Don't miss out on your chance to win big!
We celebrate the opening of Lobster Season with culinary delights of every influence: Creole, Maya, Garifuna, Caribbean, European, Asian and North American and more. Lobsterfest is a true gastronomic experience! The festival brings out the Peninsula’s top home cooks, trained chefs and most beloved restaurateurs to complete for your tastebud's approval.
Festival fun for everyone! You'll find an eclectic gathering of vendors offering jewelry and handcrafted goods, community organizations, NGOs, face painters, and bounce houses for the kids. Support the local Youth Sailing Club by buying a boat ride or take a chance at winning the Rotary's Duck Race.
Village Council BAR!
Ice Cold Drinks on the beautiful beach! Patronize the Placencia Village Council's Beer Tent and Bar. Staffed entirely by community volunteers, the bar is open throughout the 3-day festival to keep you cool and refreshed. All proceeds go directly to the Council's public budget which funds our community's operational costs and special projects throughout the year. So come on down and enjoy a great time while supporting a great cause!