The Rhode Island Calamari Festival
Save the Date for our 2022 Rhode Island Calamari Festival!
When: Saturday September 10th, 2022 | 11:00am-8:00pm
It’s that time of year again as planning is in motion for our 6th Annual State-Wide Rhode Island Calamari Festival on September 10, 2022. This festival
has now grown to be one of Narragansett’s biggest events, serving over 3,000 lbs. of calamari while drawing in over 4,000+ people from across Southern New England.
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ABOUT THE EVENT
The Rhode Island Calamari Festival is held the Saturday following Labor Day each year at Veteran’s Park in Narragansett. Once called “America’s First Resort,” because of the picturesque coastline, Narragansett is also home to the second largest fishing fleet in New England. The squid that is brought in through the Port of Galilee has an international reputation for its quality. For this reason, we celebrate our “Official State Appetizer” each year while we kick back and enjoy great food, music and historic Narragansett at the Rhode Island Calamari Festival.
Come enjoy one of the last weekends of summer and vote for your favorite calamari offerings as local restaurants battle for top honors in three categories; Best Overall, Most Inventive, and Most Spirited Team.
For those not interested in the tasting portion of the day, we’re sure that between the live music, cash bar, food trucks, shopping and kids activities there will certainly be something that you’ll enjoy!
Do you love fresh local seafood? Do you love to eat? Do you love gathering with friends and family to enjoy the best that Rhode Island has to offer? If the answer is yes to any of these questions than we promise you’ll love the Rhode Island Calamari Festival!
2019 Rhode Island Calamari Festival Gallery
Festival Details
Sat., September 10, 2022 11am-8pm
Admission- $20 per person kids under 12 free. You can purchase tickets online or at the door when they become available. The event is tented so it is rain or shine!
Live music, cash bar, vendor marketplace and food trucks 11AM – 5PM
Calamari tasting will run from 12pm-4pm with winners announced at 4:15pm
Past Competitors
Arturo Joes
Coast Guard House
Georges of Galilee
Mariner Grille
Chair 5 at the Break Hotel
Parma Ristorante
The Haversham
The Mews
Dan’s Carriage Inn and Saloon
Live Bands
Information Coming Soon!
For the Kids
Information Coming Soon!
Parking
A FREE trolley service will be available for festival goers.
Street parking is also available along Ocean Rd and the North Lot at Town Beach will be open as well.
Check back for details as the event nears.
Our Sponsors
Interested in Being a Sponsor? Our festival draws more than 4,000 guests from all over New England! Are you looking for the best value in advertising around? Contact us today to reserve your space!
Seaside Market Place
Looking to be a vendor for our 2022 festival? Submit the form below to get your application in! To ensure that our guests have the best possible experience and that our vendor partners have a profitable day, we are offering only two booths for each business or merchandise type. These spaces are offered on a first come, first served basis, so don’t delay!
For questions, please contact the Narragansett Chamber of Commerce at 401.783.7121 or email at narragansettcoc@gmail.com.
Food Trucks
Looking to get your truck in front of more than 4000 people? Act soon to reserve your spot! Space and categories are limited, so don’t wait!
Participating Restaurants
Are you looking to increase your business visibility locally and throughout Southern New England at a great value? This is a sure way! Don’t wait to take advantage of this opportunity to reach thousands of people and possibly win “Best Overall,” “Most Original” or “Most Spirited Team” Award! We provide the squid, the tasting cups, forks and propane so that you can work your culinary magic! Spaces are limited so reserve your space today!
The Winner’s Circle!
2018 Best Overall
2018 Team Spirit
2018 Most Inventive
2017 Best Overall
2017 Team Spirit
2017 Most Inventive
2016 Best Overall
2016 Team Spirit
2016 Most Inventive
2015 Best Overall
2015 Team Spirit
2015 Most Inventive
Contact Us
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