Seafood, live music and riverfront fun are coming back to Ormond Beach! The 17th Annual Ormond Beach Riverfest Seafood Festival returns Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, 2026, bringing a full weekend of food, entertainment, shopping and family-friendly activities to beautiful Rockefeller Gardens and Fortunato Park.
Located along the Halifax River in historic Ormond Beach, Riverfest has become a favorite November tradition for locals and visitors alike — and best of all, admission is free.
Fresh Seafood & Festival Favorites
Come hungry! Riverfest celebrates Florida's coastal lifestyle with plenty of seafood and festival favorites to enjoy throughout the weekend.
From fresh fish and shrimp to seafood specialties and other crowd-pleasing dishes, there will be something for just about every appetite. Grab your favorite dish, find a spot along the river and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere that makes this festival such a popular annual event.
Live Music Along the River
Great food is even better with live music!
Riverfest features entertainment throughout the weekend, creating the perfect soundtrack for an afternoon along the water. Grab something to eat or drink, relax with friends and family, and enjoy the music with one of Ormond Beach's most scenic riverfront settings as the backdrop.
Family Fun for the Kids
Riverfest isn't just for seafood lovers. It's designed to be a family-friendly weekend, with plenty to keep younger festivalgoers entertained.
The festival traditionally features an expanded Kids' Zone with free activities such as bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides, balloon art, face painting, crafts and other interactive fun.
It's an easy event to make part of a family weekend in the Daytona Beach area.
Shop Local Artists & Vendors
Take some time between bites to explore the artisan marketplace, where local artists, crafters and vendors will showcase unique finds and handmade items.
With the holidays just around the corner, Riverfest is also a great opportunity to get a head start on holiday shopping while supporting local makers and small businesses.
Make It a Daytona Beach Weekend
The Ormond Beach Riverfest Seafood Festival is just a short drive north of Daytona Beach, making it a great addition to a fall beach getaway.
Spend the morning enjoying the beach, head to Ormond Beach for seafood and live entertainment, explore historic Granada Boulevard, and then return to the coast for an evening overlooking the Atlantic.
Florida's November weather and a weekend filled with seafood, music and waterfront fun? That's a combination that's hard to beat!
2026 Ormond Beach Riverfest Seafood Festival Details
Dates: Saturday, November 21 & Sunday, November 22, 2026
Saturday Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Rockefeller Gardens & Fortunato Park, Ormond Beach, Florida
Admission: FREE
Mark your calendar and get ready to enjoy one of Ormond Beach's favorite annual traditions. Whether you come for the seafood, live music, local vendors, family activities or simply a beautiful day along the Halifax River, the 17th Annual Ormond Beach Riverfest Seafood Festival is a great reason to plan a November visit to the Daytona Beach area.
