Galveston Island is a seafood lover’s paradise all year round, but this September, Yaga’s Entertainment will bring foodies a little taste of heaven at the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival.

Featuring some of the best shrimp gumbo the Gulf Coast has to offer, the cook-off will be held in the Historic Strand District beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

This event will also feature the Shrimp Scamper 5k Fun Run, Ron Hoover Boat Show, vendor exhibits, and live music! Click here to view the full festival schedule.

Visitors to the festival will be able to purchase a Gumbo Stroll ticket in advance for a limited time only. This ticket will sell out! This ticket will allow guests to sample gumbo from cook-off teams.