Famous ’Shrimp Festival’ in Fernandina Beach canceled

Carianne Luter, Digital Media & Engagement Manager

Published: March 16, 2020 at 12:06 PMUpdated: March 16, 2020 at 12:12 PM

NASSAU COUNTY, Fla. – The annual Shrimp Festival held in Fernandina Beach has been canceled.

Fernandina Beach Mayor Johhn Miller announced thew news on Facebook Monday morning. The event was scheduled for the first weekend in May.

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“Based on CDC recommended measures the Shrimp Festival committee has decided to cancel this years event,” the post said.

There has been no plans to reschedule the event.

****COVID-19 Update**** Based on CDC recommended measures the Shrimp Festival committee has decided to cancel this...
Posted by Mayor Johnny Miller on Monday, March 16, 2020

Shrimp Festival is officially CANCELLED
Posted by Downtown Fernandina Beach - Amelia Island on Monday, March 16, 2020

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