Panacea Blue Crab Festival

Get ready to crack into a good time at the Panacea Blue Crab Festival, an iconic Gulf Coast tradition celebrating Wakulla County’s most delicious marine export. Held at the scenic Woolley Park right on Dickerson Bay, this beloved one-day extravaganza kicks off with a lively parade down Coastal Highway before the main gates swing open. Prepare your appetite for an abundance of fresh, locally caught blue crab and an array of other mouthwatering seafood delights. The coastal celebration is packed with high-energy live music performances, foot-stomping clog dancers, and a diverse marketplace featuring local arts and crafts vendors. Whether you are cheering on participants in the mullet toss, browsing the handmade goods, or entering the famed crab picking contest to prove your skills, this waterfront block party offers unforgettable small-town charm and flavor for the whole family.