Waterfowl Festival

A Three Day Celebration
of the Culture of the Eastern Shore.
November 13-15, 2026

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Discover exceptional wildlife art
from acclaimed artists near and far

Experience Waterfowl Festival

Three days of art, traditions, demonstrations, food, music,
family activities, and more throughout Easton

Conservation at Our Core

Supporting the wildlife, habitats, and traditions
of the Chesapeake region for more than 50 years

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.

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Reed Dancer - Jim Green

Art at the Pavilion

Tents Across from Armory - Featured Artist Bart Walter The Pavilion tents across the street from the Armory is where you will find the Featured Artist as well as numerous other painters, sculptors and carvers. 2021 Artists 2021 Featured Artist Bart Walter Carvers Tom...

Paintings on the Armory Wall

Art at the Armory

Waterfowl Festival Headquarters World-class painters, sculptors and carvers can be found at the site of the Waterfowl Festival Headquarters. Wander through the gallery and take in the majestic feeling of this historic structure. Masks required. 2021 Artists Carvers...

Art at the Avalon

Art at the Avalon

Painters and sculptors will be exhibiting in Art at the Avalon. Exhibitors welcome the opportunity to share their artistic talent with guests, both experienced collectors and those simply touched by one of the artists’ images. There is nothing like the thrill of...

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