Experience the 2025 Waterfowl Festival in Easton
November 14–16, 2025 | Easton, Maryland
All Venues Open: Friday & Saturday 10 AM–5 PM | Sunday 10 AM–4 PM
Every November, the charming town of Easton transforms into the heart of Maryland’s Eastern Shore heritage with the Waterfowl Festival — a beloved celebration of art, wildlife, and community. Now in its 53rd year, the festival brings together world-class artists, conservationists, families, and outdoor enthusiasts for a weekend full of culture, fun, and Eastern Shore tradition.
With proceeds supporting wildlife conservation and education, it’s an event where every painting, carving, and retriever splash helps preserve the natural beauty of our region.
🦆 Festival Highlights
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Fine Art & Sculpture Exhibits across multiple venues
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Retriever, Raptor, and Dock Dog Demonstrations
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The Chesapeake Mermaid storytelling for kids
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Decoy Auction Preview & Cocktail Party
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Live Music & Local Food Vendors
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Children’s Activities, Fishing Derby & Calling Clinics
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Conservation and Community Impact Panels
🎉 2025 Festival Schedule
Thursday, November 13 – Preview Events
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9 AM–5 PM | Bullitt House – VIP Ticket & Badge Pick-Up
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4 PM | Tidewater Inn – Veteran’s Salute
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4:30 PM | Tidewater Inn – Opening Ceremonies
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5:30–8:30 PM | All Venues – Premier Night Party & Cocktail Decoy Auction Preview
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5:30 PM | Bullitt House Garden – Raptor Display
Friday, November 14
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8:30–10 AM | PNC Art Pavilion – Community Impact Breakfast hosted by Fello & ROOTED
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10 AM–4 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Kids Fishing Derby
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10:30 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Practice
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11 AM | Bay Street Ponds – Retriever Demonstration
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11 AM–4 PM | Talbot County Free Library – The Chesapeake Mermaid (Storytelling & Art)
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11 AM–4 PM | Easton High School – Raptor Demonstrations
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1 PM | Easton High School – Field Trial Dogs Demonstration
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2 PM | Easton High School – Raptor Demonstrations Continue
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3 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Retriever Demonstration
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3 PM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Big Air Wave #3
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4 PM | Easton High School – Field Trial Dogs Demonstration
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4–7 PM | Country School – Guyette & Deeter Decoy Auction Preview
Saturday, November 15
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9 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Practice
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10 AM–4 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Kids Fishing Derby
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10:30 AM | Bullitt House Garden – Raptor Display
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11 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Big Air Wave #4
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11 AM–4 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Retriever Demonstrations
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11 AM–4 PM | Easton High School – Raptor Demonstrations
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11 AM–4 PM | Talbot County Free Library – The Chesapeake Mermaid (Drawing with Tim Young)
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11:30 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Kids’ Calling Clinic: Goose & Duck
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12 PM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Big Air Wave #5
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1 PM | Easton High School – Field Trial Dogs Demonstration
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2 PM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Extreme Vertical Competition
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2:30 PM | Bullitt House Garden – Raptor Display
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3 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Retriever Demonstrations Continue
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4 PM | Easton High School – Field Trial Dogs Demonstration
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4:30 PM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Big Air Wave #6
Sunday, November 16
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7:30 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Practice
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8:30 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Big Air Wave #7
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10 AM–4 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Kids Fishing Derby
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10:30 AM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Big Air Wave #8
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11 AM | Bay Street Ponds – Retriever Demonstrations
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11 AM–4 PM | Library – The Chesapeake Mermaid
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11 AM–4 PM | Easton High School – Raptor Demonstrations
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1 PM | Bay Street Ponds – Retriever Demonstrations Continue
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1 PM | Easton High School – Field Trial Dogs Demonstration
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2 PM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Speed Retrieve Finals
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3 PM | Sportsman’s Pavilion – Dock Dogs Big Air Finals
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3 PM | Easton High School – Final Field Trial Dogs Demonstration
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4 PM | Festival Closing
🎶 Live Music All Weekend
Enjoy performances by talented local musicians across venues — visit waterfowlfestival.org for the full lineup.
🌿 Plan Your Visit
Parking, tickets, and full event details are available at waterfowlfestival.org/2025schedule.
Make a weekend of it—explore Easton’s shops, restaurants, and galleries while supporting a tradition that keeps the Eastern Shore’s culture and wildlife thriving.
