West Point Crab Carnival

08/28/2026

Enjoying seeing videos of “crab carnival” on Tik Tok! 🦀🦀

Perhaps we need to expand to Tik tok! 😎

08/28/2026

There is still time...

to register for the parade
to invite your friends
to explore our vendor market
to become a sponsor
to contain your excitement
to get your bike ready
to get your crab accessories dusted off

The 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA is getting closer and closer - in just 5 weeks.. or 35 days, whichever sounds better to you! 🦀

08/27/2026

We love our hometown. 🦀🍁🎃

Fall is a great time to visit.
Especially since that’s when 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA happens!

Fall is calling in West Point & King William County! Plan a getaway filled with waterfront festivals, autumn markets, local food, Halloween fun, scenic paddling, historic sites, and beautiful country roads. From the West Point Crab Carnival and farmers markets to Food Trucks by the River, Mattapony....

08/25/2026

Fan favorite! ✨ Crab Carnival Parade ✨

Whether you’re rolling out a full-blown float, marching with your crew, decking out a golf cart, or turning your kiddo's wagon into a masterpiece, we want YOU in the lineup. Plus, we’ve got prizes up for grabs across multiple categories! 🏆🦀

Bring the color, the creativity, and that unmistakable community spirit... it’s time to shell-ebrate together! 🐚🎉

Sign up here 👉 CrabCarnival.com



Saturday, October 3, 2026
Parade start: 1:00 pm

08/24/2026

🦀 Mark your calendars for October 2-3, 2026! Be part of the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA and put your brand in front of thousands of festivalgoers! ✨

Why sponsor the West Point Crab Carnival?

1. It's a free event for the community
2. Engage with locals
3. Enjoy premium perks
4. Align with a beloved event

Interested in learning more? Send us a message, or fill out the sponsor form to be contacted by a member of our planning committee.
https://forms.gle/b5PsSvUfkH1jnQHv6

08/23/2026

It's no secret... volunteers make the magic happen.
Especially at events.
Events that attract 15,000 visitors.
And 180+ vendors.
With a parade.
And beer garden.
Carnival area.
Kids area.
With free activities for everyone.
And especially free events.

Events like the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA 🦀🦀

You may have seen our post the other day. We are six weeks from the biggest weekend in West Point, VA. And that means, its time for you to step up and sign up for a volunteer slot.

There are 109 slots available.
Because we don't want our volunteers spending all of their festival time assisting with its well being.
We want you to enjoy the festival too.

From welcoming guests at the information booth to keeping the beer garden flowing and marshalling the parade, every single volunteer plays a huge role in making this weekend unforgettable.

⏰ Give a few hours, make a huge impact, and join the best team in town!

👉 Pick your station and lock in your shift today: westpointvachamber.com/crabcarnival

Sign-ups are officially LIVE,grab your spot before your favorite shift fills up! 💛😎🦀

Oct 2-3, 2026: One of Virginia's most popular and longest-running fall festivals, there's fun for all ages at Crab Carnival.

08/21/2026

Are you counting down the days until the biggest weekend in West Point, VA? So much fun to be had, and we can't wait to celebrate with you. Mark your calendars... October 2 & 3 in West Point, VA. ✨🦀

Learn more 👉🏾 CrabCarnival.com

08/20/2026

Thank you to our friends at Bullseye Bookkeeping for their support of the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA!

Your support helps us bring this incredible community celebration to life! We’re grateful for your partnership and all you do for West Point. 💙🦀

Interested in sponsoring the event? 👉 https://forms.gle/b5PsSvUfkH1jnQHv6

08/17/2026

We have multiple opportunies for your business (or yourself) to be part of the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA. We'd love to have you join us for all the crabby fun!

Fill out the sponsorship form here 👉🏾 https://forms.gle/b5PsSvUfkH1jnQHv6

08/15/2026

What if we told you one of the Middle Peninsula's biggest weekends is completly FREE to attend? 🦀

Yup, that's right. You don't need to purchase a ticket to attend the 44th Annual West Point Crab Carnival ~ October 2 & 3, 2026 West Point, VA .

From the concert, fireworks, and bike race on Friday evening, to the bustling marketplace, live music and entertainment, educational demonstrations, games, contests and family-friendly activities on Saturday, you can spend your time exploring with friends and family in a vibrant atmosphere with something to do around every corner.

📍 Downtown West Point, VA
📆 October 2-3, 2026

CrabCarnival.com


(Ride tickets and game tickets in the carnival area require a fee and can be purchased on-site.)