You're Invited to a Summer Shell-abration! 5-7 PM

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, schooner tours, local flavors, and community spirit at the Shell-abration — a festive waterfront fundraiser supporting Maritime Gloucester, The Gloucester Adventure, and The Mass Oyster Project. Celebrate Gloucester’s rich maritime heritage while helping raise funds for maritime education, historic preservation, and oyster reef restoration. Let’s come together for a night of fun, flavor, and impact!

VIP Experience: Behind the Scenes on the Waterfront 4-5 PM

Step into an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience designed for the curious and passionate! Join us for a 20-minute guided tour of Maritime Gloucester, the historic Schooner Adventure, and the restoration work of the Mass Oyster Project. Get hands-on with each of these incredible non-profits, explore their impact on our coastlines and communities, and meet the people leading the charge.

After the tour, unwind and indulge with freshly shucked Great Marsh Oysters and curated drinks—all set against the scenic backdrop of Gloucester Harbor.