The National Hard Crab Derby

09/07/2026

And just like that… 🦀🏁 another Crab Derby is officially in the books!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who worked so hard behind the scenes and throughout the weekend to make this year’s Crab Derby such a success. And, of course, a special thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate, cheer on the crabs, and make it such a memorable event! ❤️

We hope everyone has a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

Until next time… we’ll see you at the 80th National Hard Crab Derby! 🦀🎉

09/06/2026

Where it all started: THE CRAB RACES!!! 🦀🏆

All 50 states competed for the title of Governor’s Cup winner, but it was Mississippi that took the gold! 🥇

A congratulations is also in order for crab #241 who blew past the competition, taking gold and living to see another day in the Chesapeake Bay!

Congratulations to all our winners and we can’t wait to see who takes it all next year!

09/06/2026

🚨🚤 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🚤🚨

It’s finally here! The 54th Annual Boat Docking Competition is happening TODAY at the Crisfield City Dock! 🌊⚓

Come watch as skilled captains put their speed, precision, and docking skills to the ultimate test! 🏆🚤💨 Who will make the fastest dock and take home the win?

📍 Crisfield City Dock
⏰ Gates Open: 10:00 AM
🚤 Competition Begins: 12:00 Noon

Bring the whole family, grab your friends, and come cheer on the captains! There’s nothing quite like the excitement of Boat Docking Day in Crisfield! 🦀❤️

🎟️ Tickets are available at the gate!

We’ll see you at the dock! 🚤🌊🏆

09/06/2026

🦀 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th — DERBY FINALE! 🎆

The final day of the 79th National Hard Crab Derby is here! Come spend Sunday with us for worship, boat docking, carnival rides, live music, and a spectacular fireworks finale! 🦀🎡🎶🎆

📅 Sunday, September 6th

🎟️ 8:30 AM — Event Grounds Open

⛪ 9:00–10:00 AM — Festival of Worship

🚤 12:00 PM — Boat Docking Competition
📍 Crisfield City Dock

📺 12:00 PM — Live Boat Docking Watch Party
📍 Crab Bowl Stage Area

🎡 12:00–9:00 PM — Carnival

🎶 6:00–9:00 PM — Live Concert
🎤 Johnny "Cash" Barnett Band

🎆 9:00 PM — FIREWORKS!

Bring the family and join us for one last day of Derby fun before we close out another unforgettable year in Crisfield! 🦀❤️

09/05/2026

🚨🚤 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🚤🚨

The wait is almost over! The 54th Annual Boat Docking Competition is happening TOMORROW at the Crisfield City Dock! 🌊⚓

Come out and watch some of the best captains put their skills, speed, and precision to the test as they compete to see who can dock their boat the fastest! 🏆🚤💨

📅 Sunday, September 6th, 2026
⏰ Gates Open at 10:00 AM
🚤 Competition Begins at 12:00 Noon
📍 Crisfield City Dock

Bring your family, bring your friends, and come experience one of Crisfield’s most exciting traditions! 🦀❤️

🎟️ Tickets are available now at nationalhardcrabderby.com!

ONE DAY TO GO! We’ll see you at the dock! 🚤🌊🏆

09/05/2026

09/05/2026

🦀 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th 🦀

Saturday is a BIG day! Get ready for a full day of races, parades, carnival fun, and live entertainment!

📅 Saturday, September 5th

🏃 7:30 AM — Mike Sterling 10K/5K Race
📍 City Dock

🏊 8:30 AM — Swim Team Races
📍 Marina Pool

🦀 9:00 AM — Buy Racing Crabs
📍 Event Grounds

🎺 11:00 AM — National Hard Crab Derby Parade
📍 Main Street

🎟️ 12:00 PM — Event Grounds Open

🎡 12:00–10:00 PM — Carnival

🚤 12:30 PM — Skiff Races
📍 Wellington Beach

🏆 12:30 PM — Parade Winners Announced
📍 Crab Bowl Stage

🦀 1:00 PM — Crab Picking Contest
📍 Crab Bowl Stage

🏁 2:30 PM — Crab Races
📍 Crab Bowl Stage

🎶 6:00–10:00 PM — Live Concert
📍 Featuring Eric Tobiassen & The Jovon Newman Band

Bring the whole family and make a day of it! There’s something happening all day long at the 79th National Hard Crab Derby! 🦀🎡🎶

09/04/2026

Channel 47 will have a segment tonight( Friday) about the crab cooking contest. Tune in!

09/04/2026

🦀👑 Congratulations to our 2026 Crustacean Pageant Winners! 👑🦀

Please join us in congratulating:

👑 Miss Crustacean 2026 — Alliana Raab
👑 Little Miss Crustacean 2026 — Cali Walker
👑 Mr. Crustacean 2026 — Preston Insley

We are so excited to welcome Alliana, Cali, and Preston as our 2026 titleholders! We know they will represent Crisfield and the National Hard Crab Derby with pride, enthusiasm, and plenty of Crustacean spirit throughout the year.

Congratulations to all three of our winners! 🎉🦀 We can’t wait to see what the year ahead brings!

09/04/2026

🦀 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th — EVENT SCHEDULE! 🦀

The 79th National Hard Crab Derby is kicking off, and Friday is packed with fun! 🎉

📅 Friday, September 4th

🦀 9:00 AM — Crab Cooking Contest
📍 Somerset Intermediate School

🎟️ 4:00 PM — Event Grounds Open

🎡 5:00–10:00 PM — Carnival

🇺🇸 5:00 PM — National Anthem

🎶 7:00–10:00 PM — Concert

Bring your family and friends and join us for an exciting night of carnival rides, live music, great food, and all the Derby fun! 🦀🎡🎶