The shrimp are starting to run so it’s time to Bless the Fleet!
Saturday, April 25th is the annual Blessing of the Fleet in Historic Georgetown, SC. 12:00 – 4:00 at Francis Marion Park on Front Street. This is an all day family fun event and one not to be missed. Georgetown Blessing of the Fleet is an annual festival celebrating the beginning of shrimp season here in South Carolina.
Sunday, April 26 is the 28th Annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival presented by East Cooper Medical Center and Harris Teeter – one of the most highly anticipated events of the year! The festival pays tribute to Mount Pleasant’s local shrimping and fishing industry, offering a boat parade, live music, craft show and lots of free activities with the picturesque Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor for a backdrop! The event is from 11:30 am – 6:00 pm at Memorial Waterfront Park in Mt. Pleasant.