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
Fish for Fowl – Fishing Tournament to Benefit the Waterfowl Festival
A Fishing Tournament to Benefit the Waterfowl Festival 8/20 - 8/22 Chesapeake Bay and its Tributaries Categories for Snakehead, Rockfish and Perch A new tournament supporting the conservation efforts of the Waterfowl Festival, this fishing tournament is designed to...
50th Anniversary Featured Art Piece “Wind and Waves” Revealed
We are proud to unveil "Wind and Waves" the featured artwork for the 50th Anniversary Festival by Featured Artist, Bart Walter! “Wind and Waves” is a bronze of two Canada geese taking flight while three Canvasback ducks look on. It features a unique, cross-section...
Retriever Demonstrations
Visit the Bay Street Ponds throughout the Festival to watch the retrievers put on their best show! They will amaze you with the skill and control in finding and bringing back various items on command. Note: There is not parking at the Bay Street Ponds. You must walk...
An Award Winning Festival
