Duxbury Oysterfest
Oysters & Art · Shuckfest 2026
Saturday September 26, 2026
12:00 – 5:00 PM
The Art Complex Museum · Duxbury, MA
Presented by Duxbury Oyster Company & The Art Complex Museum
- September 26, 2026
- 1 – 5 PM (Early VIP Access 12 PM)
- Art Complex Museum
- Tickets from $40 · kids under 10 free
September 26, 2026 · Duxbury, MA
One afternoon. Five hours. The South Shore’s finest.
On September 26th, the Art Complex Museum opens its doors to the South Shore’s most delicious afternoon. Oysters & Art: Shuckfest 2026 is Duxbury’s only oysterfest — a full day of fresh-shucked oysters from 20+ South Shore farms, interactive art-making across the museum grounds, and live music from four local acts.
Wander the galleries, watch a shucking demo from the Mass Oyster Project, sample wine, beer, and oyster shooters, and let the kids loose in their own corner while you catch the next set. Food trucks, lobster rolls, croissants, and more keep everyone fed from open to close.
Presented by Duxbury Oyster Company and the Art Complex Museum.
Event Details
Date
September 26, 2026
Time
1:00 – 5:00 PM
VIP early access at 12 PM
Venue
Art Complex Museum
Address
189 Alden St. Duxbury, MA
Tickets
From $40
A Day Of…
Come for the oysters. Stay for everything else.
Slurp fresh oysters, enjoy live music, and soak up fine art all in one family friendly unforgettable afternoon.
The Oysters
Celebrate the incredible oyster farmers who call the South Shore home and enjoy fresh oysters from over 20+ oyster farms.
The Art
Take a stroll around the museum grounds and discover oyster-inspired installations, plein air painters, and local artist vendors. Get creative with a DIY decoupage oyster shell with Tides & Co.
The Music
Enjoy live performances throughout the afternoon from Sam Reid & The Riot Act, High Pines, Matt Byrnes, Citizen Caesar, Despite Dwight, and Lisa Shelton.
Drinks
Relax in the Cisco Brewers Chill Zone or enjoy wine, beer, and cocktails available for sampling and purchase from Whispering Angel, Cloudy Bay, Cisco Brewers, and Triple Eight Distillery’s Nantucket Craft Cocktails.
Food
Grab a bite from local favorites, including croissant lobster rolls from Snug Harbor Fish and French Memories, oyster po’ boys and picnic fare from Outer Isle, and sweet treats from the All Belgium Waffles food truck.
Family Fun & Kids Zone
A dedicated kids corner (free under 10) featuring Mermaid Hair and Face Painting.
Prince Caspian Oysters, Ichabod Flat Oysters, 2 Rock Oyster Farm, Duxbury Shellfish Farm, Beer Money Oyster Co., Jones River Oyster Farm, Snug Harbor Oyster Co., Davenport Oyster Co., Cape Cod Oyster Co., 1620 Oyster Co., Scituate Oyster Co., Deluxbury Sea Farm, Rocky Nook Oysters, Blue Moon Oyster Co., Sand Spit Oyster Co., Gurnet Light Shellfish Co., Phillips Family Oyster Co., Eagles Nest Oysters, Saquish Oyster Co., Scituate Shellfish Co., Clark’s Island Oysters, Eldridge Shellfish Co., and TNT Oyster Co.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we buy more oyster and drinks tickets day of?
Absolutely. We will have additional oyster and drink tickets available for purchase throughout the afternoon. If we sell out before the day of the event, we will not be selling tickets for walk-ups.
Where do we park for the event?
Due to limited space, parking isn’t available at ACM. Please park at Duxbury High School (71 Alden St, Duxbury, MA 02332) — a free shuttle runs between the school and museum. Drop-offs are permitted at ACM’s front entrance. We recommend carpooling with friends and family if possible!
Will there be other food options available?
Yes. We will have other food options available for purchase. There will be a handful of food trucks as well as Snug Harbor Fish market coming down to serve lobster rolls!
Is there a rain date?
The event will be held rain or shine.
What is your refund policy?
Refunds are allowed up to 7 days prior to the event.