West Point Crab Carnival

West Point Crab Carnival The 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival will be held on October 2-3, 2026 in West Point, Virginia. Visit CrabCarnival.com

Join the West Point Chamber of Commerce for the most anticipated crab event in Virginia during the West Point Chamber of Commerce Crab Carnival being hosted on the first Friday and Saturday in October in the beautiful Town of West Point's downtown waterfront district! As one of Virginia's most popular and longest-running fall festivals, the West Point Crab Carnival welcomes over 10,000 visitors fr

om all over the east coast to enjoy fresh seafood, live music on multiple stages, beverages, shopping, fireworks, parades, and of course, crabs! Thank you to the event sponsors, parking and admission to the West Point Chamber of Commerce Crab Carnival are free! So, gather your family and friends, pack up the car and join us on the first Friday and Saturday in October in the beautiful downtown water district of West Point, VA.

‼️‼️‼️ TODAY is the last day to submit your event logo design for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 &...
06/05/2026

‼️‼️‼️ TODAY is the last day to submit your event logo design for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA!

You must drop off or submit your entry electronically BEFORE 4️⃣ PM! ⏰

➡️ Please be sure to fill out the form whether you are dropping off your entry or submitting electronically. Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/y1RiV1v6BiL1Rxb18

💥 As a reminder!! Entries generated using AI technology will NOT be considered. If the entry is questionable, we will reach out to confirm it is original art. We appreciate your understanding on the rules of the contest.

BTW - we have been enjoying all the entries we have received thus far! It certainly is a tough competition! We have some very talented folks in our community! 🦀


🔔‼️ There are only a few more days to get your entry submitted for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 ...
06/02/2026

🔔‼️ There are only a few more days to get your entry submitted for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA event logo design contest! 🎨🦀

Entires are due Friday, June 5th.
➡️ Complete the entry from: forms.gle/y1RiV1v6BiL1Rxb18
Then submit your entry electronically through email or directly with the entry form, or drop off at the Chamber office building at 3560 King William Ave, between 9 am - 4 pm

🏆 The winner receives $200, a free vendor booth at Crab Carnival on October 3rd, and bragging rights!

🫵 Hey YOU! The deadline for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA event logo de...
05/29/2026

🫵 Hey YOU!
The deadline for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA event logo design contest is just around the corner on Friday, June 5th.

We have some great entries, but we don't want to miss your entry.
What's at stake?

$200
Bragging rights
Free vendor space
More folks in awe of your talent
The most epic design

Get your entry submitted 👉 forms.gle/y1RiV1v6BiL1Rxb18

🦀🦀

05/28/2026

Lots going on in West Point, VA this year.

🍓 Town of West Point, Virginia Farmers Markets every Saturday morning
🍔 Food Trucks by the River once a month
🎶 Jammin On The Point on the first Fridays of the month through September
☀️ Summer Solstice Community Celebration hosted by the West Point Chamber of Commerce
🦀 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA

Why don’t you come join us sometime?! 🙌


05/22/2026

Vendor registration is officially open for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA! 🦀

The deadline to submit your application is Friday, July 17th.

🛍️ Artisans, small businesses, young entrepreneurs, non-profits & organizations: forms.gle/sRVtn7jdhDnX1E8Q7

🌭 Food, dessert, snack, beverage vendors: forms.gle/NpbKTchA2DsvuFFw6

05/21/2026

Waiting on the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA vendor applications to drop be like…

Get ready.
Get set.
Go time is tomorrow, Friday May 22nd.

Vendor applications will be accepted through Friday, July 17th.

We are gearing up for an epic event and hope to have you there! 🦀

Planning is well underway for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA. Some change...
05/12/2026

Planning is well underway for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA. Some changes are coming to make the event better - but we want to make sure we consider all input. If you have thoughts you would like to share with us, drop them in the comments below, or send us a message!

➡ Are there vendors you would love to have join us in 2026? Tag them, or send their information to us.
➡ Know of an organization that should be involved whether it be an educational exhibit or program, activity, or overall support of the event, let us know.
➡ Have you been to an event where something just REALLY worked and we should consider it here in West Point? Let us know that too!
➡ Want to volunteer by helping us plan for the event, or volunteer the day of the event? Let us know that too! It goes without saying - none of this is possible without our volunteers.
➡ Know a business (or individual) who is interested in sponsoring the event? Get in touch with us!

CrabCarnival.com

🦀📢 Calling all artists! 🎨We are on the hunt for the event logo design for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival.The t...
05/12/2026

🦀📢 Calling all artists! 🎨

We are on the hunt for the event logo design for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival.

The theme this year: 🦀 Crab State of Mind 🦀

We believe this theme captures the spirit of West Point as more than a place - it's a feeling. The steady rhythem of a small town, the pull of the river, and the kind of lifestyle that's built around connection. Infusing fun energy and personality inspired by a way of life that's comfortable, outdoorsy, and rooted in community. Crab State of Mind is about owning our story: the rivers, the community, and the way of life that defines West Point.

Entires are due: Friday, June 5th
🏆 The winner receives $200, a free vendor space at the event, and their design featured as the offical event design on merchandise
➡ Submit your artwork in person or online. Full details here: forms.gle/ktaDmTktaX81eFta8

🦀📣 Calling all artists! 👩🏽‍🎨We are on the hunt for the event logo design for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival! T...
04/27/2026

🦀📣 Calling all artists! 👩🏽‍🎨

We are on the hunt for the event logo design for the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival!

The theme: 🦀 Crab State of Mind: When Crabs Take Over 🦀

We believe this theme captures the spirit of West Point as more than a place - it's a feeling. The steady rhythm of a small town, the pull of the river, and the kind of lifestyle that's built around connection. Infusing fun energy and personality inspired by a way of life that's comfortable, outdoorsy, and rooted in community. It reflects West Point as a place where the river shapes the culture, where traditions run deep, and where a strong sense of community is at the heart of it all. Crab State of Mind is about owning our story - the rivers, the community, and the way of life that defines West Point.

👉🏻 Artwork submitted into the contest should be an original piece of work and should not be designed using AI designs. All ages are encouraged to enter the contest.
🎨 Accepted mediums include photography, oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels or mixed mediums. Colors should be bright or dark enough to reproduce as a print.
✨ The winner will receive bragging rights, and $200 from the West Point Crab Carnival committee.

⏱ Submissions are due by Friday, June 5th. The winner will be announced at the Summer Solstice Community Celebration on Sunday, June 21st.

✔ Artwork submission link: https://forms.gle/edBqPF6ZBftZAfcq7

11/10/2025

Had fun at 43rd Annual West Point Crab Carnival? 🦀

Well now it’s time to spread some cheer at Christmas on the Town in West Point, VA on Sunday, December 7th! 🎄




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