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Penn Cove Musselfest
March 8 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Penn Cove Musselfest Saturday & Sunday March 7 & 8, 2026
The Penn Cove Mussel Festival is a culinary celebration of the mussels grown offshore from Coupeville. These tasty mollusks quickly grow in the clean river-fed waters of Penn Cove. Each year area restaurants compete to see who can serve the best chowder, and those who buy tasting tickets get the chance to vote on who is the winner!
There are also mussel cooking demonstrations by both local and regional chefs. There are beer gardens with live music and plenty of shopping in downtown Coupeville. Buy a ticket, take a boat tour of the mussel beds, and finish the day by watching who can chow down on mussels the fastest.
LIVE MUSIC
Front Street Tent (Front St & Grace Street)
Looking for live music the whole family can enjoy? Head to the Front Street Entertainment Tent for great local talent and a fun, festival-friendly atmosphere. All ages welcome!
Front Street Entertainment Schedule
Saturday
Leah Darby | 10:30am – 11:55am
Shifty Sailors | 12:00 – 1:00pm
Kick Brass | 1:15 – 2:45pm
Total Fiasco | 3:00 – 4:30pm
Sunday
Mountain Bluebirds | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Ethan Tang | 1:00 – 2:30pm
Sage Haze | 3:00 – 4:00pm
Blue Zone ( 21+ ID required) Entertainment Rec Hall Parking Lot Tent
The Blue Zone is the place to hang out if you’re looking for live music, cold drinks, and a lively festival atmosphere. Come dance, relax with friends, and soak in the sounds all day long.
Blue Zone Schedule & Hours
Saturday: 11:00am – 5:00pm (Closes at 5:00pm to prepare for the evening Mussel Mingle at 6:00pm)
The Foot Stompers | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Cory Vincent & the Electric Band | 1:00 – 2:30pm
Tiller’s Folly | 3:00 – 4:30pm
Sunday: 11:00am – 4:00pm
J.P. Falcon Band | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Cozmic Sauce | 1:00 – 2:30pm
Tripp’n Gypsy’s | 3:00 – 4:30pm
Drinks available for purchase
PRICES
Chowder Tasting: $53.46 (Included Base Price: $50.00, Processing Fee: $3.46)
Try our world-famous mussels in a cooking competition like no other! On Saturday, March 7th or Sunday, March 8th, sample top-secret mussel chowder recipes from Coupeville restaurants. Make sure to vote for your favorite dish – your vote matters! The winning chefs receive a coveted award and bragging rights for a year.
- Your ticket includes: Nine 2oz tasting cups of world-famous Penn Cove mussel chowder prepared by Coupeville restaurants • Coupons from local businesses • Souvenir chowder cup • Ballot for best chowder • Penn Cove Musselfest Sticker
Mussel Mingle (21+): $53.46 (Included Base Price: $50.00, Processing Fees: $3.46)
Join us in the Blue Zone in the Coupeville Rec Hall parking lot on Friday, March 6 (5:30–8:30 pm) or Saturday, March 7 (6:00–9:00 pm) for a cozy, high-energy evening packed with great food, drinks, and community vibes. This 21+ event is the perfect way to kick off (or keep going!) your Musselfest weekend.
- Your ticket includes fresh mussels from Front Street Grill or a French Dip from Whidbey Provisions (vegan option available), two beverage tickets, live music from the one and only Ike and the Old Man, and access to exclusive Penn Cove Musselfest merchandise. With plenty of music and mussels, we’ll keep that March chill at bay—so grab your friends, meet new faces, and dance the night away. Locals and visitors welcome—come for the fun, stay for the Musselfest spirit.
Mussel Farm Boat Tours | Coupeville Wharf
Ages 6+: $21.58 (Includes Base Price: $20.00, Processing Fees: $1.58)
Under age 6: $5.64 (Includes Base Price $5.00, Processing Fees: $0.64)
Tour the world-famous Penn Cove Shellfish mussel farm! Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or simply curious about marine life, this event offers a unique and educational experience for all ages.
All aboard for an exciting adventure at Penn Cove Musselfest! Get ready to explore the fascinating world of mussel farming on this unique 45-minute boat tour. Tours are hosted by the Penn Cove Shellfish harvest team. Sailings depart on the half hour. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. You must check in at least 15 minutes before your departure at the desk behind the Wharf. Latecomers will not be accommodated.
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