Waterfowl Festival
November 13 - 15, 2026
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World-Class Wildlife Art
Discover exceptional wildlife art from acclaimed painters, sculptors, carvers, photographers, and other artists from across the country.
World Waterfowl Calling Championships
Experience one of Waterfowl Festival’s most celebrated traditions as world-class callers compete on the championship stage.
Experience the Festival
From food and live music to demonstrations, vendors, family activities, and Festival traditions, there’s something happening throughout Easton all weekend long.
William A. Perry Scholarship Cocktail Decoy Auction
Bid on one-of-a-kind carvings while supporting a great Festival tradition.
For more than 30 years, proceeds from the Cocktail Decoy Auction have benefited the William A. Perry Scholarship Fund. See the one-of-a-kind carvings and place your bids throughout Festival weekend.
November 12-15, 2026
PNC Pavilion
Silent Auction
Auction winners may pick up their decoys Sunday afternoon or have them shipped.
Conservation Is at the Heart of Our Mission
For more than 50 years, Waterfowl Festival has supported the conservation of the Chesapeake region’s wildlife and habitats. Through grants, partnerships, education, and community support, we help protect the natural resources and traditions that make the Eastern Shore so special.
$6 MILLION+
invested in conservation and environmental education
Save the Date
Waterfowl Festival Clay Shoot
April 30, 2027 | The Point at Pintail
Join us for a day of sporting tradition, friendly competition, and camaraderie at the 2027 Waterfowl Festival Clay Shoot.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The Waterfowl Festival is made possible through the generous support of our corporate and community partners. Their partnership helps bring the Festival to life each year, bringing together artists, exhibitors, vendors, and visitors for a one-of-a-kind Eastern Shore experience.
Latest News
Waterfowl Festival 2024: A Celebration of Art, Conservation, and Outdoor Adventure
[Easton, MD] – August 29, 2024 – The Waterfowl Festival, one of the nation’s premier events dedicated to the celebration of waterfowl and the natural environment, returns to Easton, Maryland, on November 8-10, 2024. The festival, now in its 53rd year, offers a diverse...
Waterfowl Festival Presents 2024 Conservation Grant Awards
For immediate release: September 6th, 2024 Press contact: Deena Kilmon, Executive Director, 410-829-4052 Waterfowl Festival Announces Conservation Mini-Grant Awards Easton, MD – The Waterfowl Festival Conservation Committee is delighted to announce the recipients of...
Artists Announced for 53rd Annual Festival
The Waterfowl Festival is honored to announce the exhibiting artists for its 53rd Annual event, taking place November 8-10 in Easton, MD. Categories include: Painters/Flat Artists, Photographers, Sculptors and Carvers, and are comprised of local, national and...
An Award Winning Festival
