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
Chip Heaps: In Memory
Chip Heaps was a dedicated and earnest member of the Waterfowl Festival family. After being a volunteer for many years, he was named to the Board of Directors in December of 2023. At the time of his passing, he was serving his second term on the board and was the...
Dan Ketelsen and Shaw Pritchett Appointed to Waterfowl Festival Board of Directors
Waterfowl Festival Inc. have recently welcomed new additions to their Boards of Directors in January, Dan Ketelson and Shaw Pritchett. “This year, we are pleased to appoint two board members with an admirable record of volunteerism with the festival, “ remarked Deena...
Waterfowl Festival Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Members
Each year since 1992, the Waterfowl Festival Hall of Fame Awards have been given in recognition of the commitment and impact that individuals have made on the Festival and in turn our community. We proudly honor these people who have had a significant hand in shaping...
An Award Winning Festival
