BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211025 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:TRUE SUMMARY:Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival DESCRIPTION:Events HBASF 2021\n\nFOLLOW THE OYSTER to the 17th Annual Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival \n\nOctober 16 - 24\, 2021\n\nWhere Fine Art & The Bounty of the Sea Come Together\n\n\n\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 16\, 2021\n\nBLUFFTON STATE OF MIND SUPPER SOIR E 6:00 PM 9:00 PM\n\n4 Course Dinner with music\, wine\, more details soon.\n\nCome enjoy a night under the stars!\n\n$125 per person\; limited to 100 attendees. \n\n______________________________________________________________________________\n\nSunday\, October 17\, 2021\n\nART ON THE STREET 11:00AM - 4:00PM\n\nStroll Old Town Bluffton and see our state designated cultural district come alive!\n\nPOP UP ART on gallery lawns on gallery porches and in Martin Family Park - temporary art displays join the many galleries to highlight the artistic and cultural side of Bluffton.\n\nA celebration of exceptional handmade\, original local art including oil and acrylic paintings\, pottery and much\, much more. \n\n11:00AM - 4:00PM\n\nArt Exhibits\, Music and More in Old Town. \n\n \n\nBOAT PARADE ON THE MAY BLESSING OF THE FLEET\n\nGOSPEL MUSIC WRIGHT PARK 4:00PM\n\nBring your lawn chair\, view the Boat Parade and enjoy Gospel music by Lavon Stevens on the bluff in Wright Park or join the parade in your own boat. Make plans now to gather at the sandbar before 3:00 PM and process to the Public Dock in Wright Park following our Admiral of the Fleet.\n\nOYSTER FEST\, 5:00 - 8:00PM\, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park\n\nFirst Oyster Roast of the Season\, Shrimp Boil & BBQ\, Live Music with Muddy Creek.\n\n________________________________________________________________________________\n\n \n\nMonday\, October 18\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\nJoin Capt. Chris and his crew for a one hour guided "Skiff" cruise on the May searching for local wildlife\, discussing history and soaking up the tidal estuary air.\n\n$30/ per person...subject to availability. All trips leave on the hour every hour from the public dock at the end of Calhoun Street in Wright Park. Please call Capt. Chris for reservations and more information. 843-304-2878 \n\nDINNER & LEARN at Bluffton Family Seafood House Cherish our Waterways 5:00PM\n\n 27 Mellichamp Drive\, Historic Downtown Bluffton\n\nReservations required. $40/per person. Proceeds to Waddell Mariculture Center. Call Mary at 843-815-2472 or 843-815-2474. \n\n_________________________________________________________________________________\n\nTuesday\, October 19\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details\n\nMAY RIVER OYSTER FARM TOUR WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS 10:00am Noon\n\nCome enjoy a rare opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience with May River Oyster Company's pioneering oyster farm in collaboration with the Bluffton Seafood Festival and May River Excursions. This 2 hour in-depth tour brings you out to a working oyster farm where the farmers demonstrate the techniques and methods used to produce some of the best oysters in the world. Afterward enjoy lunch at Bluffton Seafood House in Historic Downtown Bluffton. Limited availability. Call 843-304-2878 for reservations. $90.00 per person (includes lunch).\n\n_________________________________________________________________________________\n\nWednesday\, October 20\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details\n\nAUTHOR NIGHT featuring Roger Pinkney 5:30pm\n\nComplimentary hors d'oeuvres and beverages provided by Southern Spice Catering and Events\; 6:00PM Showtime\, at the Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park (11 Recreation Court Bluffton SC 29910). Cost: $15.00\; additional donations accepted\; proceeds to the Waddell Mariculture Center.\n\nReservations required: Call Mary at 843-815-2472 or 843-815-2474.\n\n_________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThursday\, October 21\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details\n\nMAY RIVER OYSTER FARM TOUR WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS 10:00am Noon\n\nCome enjoy a rare opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience with May River Oyster Company's pioneering oyster farm in collaboration with the Bluffton Seafood Festival and May River Excursions. This 2 hour in-depth tour brings you out to a working oyster farm where the farmers demonstrate the techniques and methods used to produce some of the best oysters in the world. Afterward enjoy lunch at Bluffton Seafood House in Historic Downtown Bluffton. Limited availability. Call 843-304-2878 for reservations. $90.00 per person (includes lunch).\n\n_________________________________________________________________________________\n\nFriday\, October 22\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details\n\nRED APRON SIPS AND SEAFOOD PARTY 6:00PM - 10:00PM HEWITT OAKS\n\nPresented by Bluffton Self Help\n\nJoin us for a grand culinary celebration under the stars on the beautiful grounds of Hewitt Oaks. The evening will include sensational Lowcountry dining\, savory cocktails\, along with contagious excitement with a wine pull\, live and silent auctions as we raise money to support our Bluffton neighbors in need. Limited tickets and sponsorships are available and can be purchased online at sipsandseafood.com. All proceeds benefit Bluffton Self Help.\n\n_________________________________________________________________________________\n\nSaturday\, October 23\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details\n\nOLD TOWN OYSTER 10K ROAD RACE & 5K RUN 8:00AM 10:30AM\n\nBluffton Oyster Factory Park. Join us for a run through Old Town Bluffton with scenic river and marsh views. Compete in a fast-paced 10K or complete the 5K with the entire family! Both events will be professionally timed. Awards presentation and After-Party immediately follows. Music\, Coffee\, Cold Beer\, Oyster Shooters\, Gumbo\, May River Mimosas\, and much\, much more!\n\nTAKE A KID FISHING TOURNAMENT\, BLUFFTON OYSTER CO. 10:00AM 12:30PM\n\nTake a Kid Fishing Tournament sponsored by Bluffton Marine Sports and Supplies\, Boat Floats\, Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners\, Spartina Marine Education Charters and managed by the Bluffton Chapter of Coastal Conservation Association\n\nRegister between 9:30-10:30AM at Wright Park. Weigh-In at 12:30PM at Wright Park. Children 13 and under welcome with parents. There is no fee. Prizes will be awarded. Bring your own fishing equipment if possible\; limited equipment will be available on a first come first serve basis. To pre-register call Tom at 912-210-1222.\n\nART & SEAFOOD STREET FEST 10:00AM - 5:00PM\n\nHISTORIC DISTRICT BLUFFTON FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY\n\nEnjoy our juried art show featuring over 100 local and regional artists from 10 different states\, displaying an array of fine art: oils\, pastels\, acrylics\, photography\, pottery\, ceramics\, water color and much\, much more. Local seafood and low country cuisine served by area restaurants. and Low Country Environmental Exhibits. History of Bluffton at The Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center.\n\nEnjoy the delicious seafood and view the outstanding art on the street. \n\nMUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT \n\nFavorite bands will entertain on two stages throughout the day.\n\nART IN THE PARK 11:00AM 4:00PM DuBois Park on Boundary Street\n\nChildren's art activities conducted under the pavilion. Visit the stations around the pavilion and create your very own masterpiece. Prizes\, games\, fun and much\, much more for the budding artists of all ages.\n\nFAMILY ORIENTED MAGIC SHOW with Gary Maurer 1:00PM\n\nROCKIN' ON THE DOCK 6:00PM - DUSK BLUFFTON OYSTER CO. \n\nSeafood Extravaganza Tasting\n\nLive music with The Chiggers\n\nFireworks at Dusk \n\nEnd the full day of activities with a grand finale.\n\nEat great local seafood and watch the fireworks for a night to remember!\n\n_________________________________________________________________________________\n\nSunday\, October 24\, 2021\n\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY\n\nSee October 18\, 2021 for details\n\nART & SEAFOOD STREET FEST 10:00AM 4:00PM\n\nHISTORIC DISTRICT BLUFFTON FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY\n\nEnjoy our juried art show featuring over 100 local and regional artists from 10 different states\, displaying an array of fine art: oils\, pastels\, acrylics\, photography\, pottery\, ceramics\, water color and much\, much more. Local seafood and low country cuisine served by area restaurants. \n\nEnjoy the delicious seafood and view the outstanding art on the street. Take a break at the Tailgate area and catch up on your favorite team's game while enjoying craft beer and music.\n\nMUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT\n\nFavorite bands will entertain on two stages throughout the day.\n\nART IN THE PARK 11:00AM 4:00PM DuBois Park on Boundary Street\n\nChildren's art activities conducted under the pavilion. Prizes\, games\, fun and much\, much more for the budding artists of all ages. \n\nFAMILY ORIENTED MAGIC SHOW with Gary Maurer 1:00PM\n\nNo Parking in Downtown Bluffton on Saturday\, the 23rd\, and Sunday\, the 24th.\n\nFree Shuttles provided by our sponsor\, Old Town Trolley Tours\, from Red Cedar Elementary (Bluffton Parkway to Red Cedar Street). Saturday\, 10/23: 10:00AM - 9:00PM\; Sunday\, 10/24: 10:00AM 5:00PM\; for more information 843-757-BLUF (2583). X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Events HBASF 2021
\nFOLLOW THE OYSTER to the 17th Annual Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival
\nOctober 16 - 24\, 2021
\nWhere Fine Art &\; The Bounty of the Sea Come Together
\n
\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS
\n
\nSaturday\, October 16\, 2021
\nBLUFFTON STATE OF MIND SUPPER SOIRÉ\;E \; \; \; 6:00 PM &ndash\; 9:00 PM
\n4 Course Dinner with music\, wine\, &hellip\;more details soon.
\nCome enjoy a night under the stars!
\n$125 per person\; limited to 100 attendees.
\n______________________________________________________________________________
\nSunday\, October 17\, 2021
\nART ON THE STREET 11:00AM - 4:00PM
\nStroll Old Town Bluffton and see our state designated cultural district come alive!
\nPOP UP ART on gallery lawns on gallery porches and in Martin Family Park - temporary art displays join the many galleries to highlight the artistic and cultural side of Bluffton.
\nA celebration of exceptional handmade\, original local art including oil and acrylic paintings\, pottery and much\, much more.
\n11:00AM - 4:00PM
\nArt Exhibits\, Music and More in Old Town.
\n \;
\nBOAT PARADE ON THE MAY \; BLESSING OF THE FLEET
\nGOSPEL MUSIC WRIGHT PARK \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 4:00PM
\nBring your lawn chair\, view the Boat Parade and enjoy Gospel music by Lavon Stevens on the bluff in Wright Park or join the parade in your own boat. Make plans now to gather at the sandbar before 3:00 PM and process to the Public Dock in Wright Park following our Admiral of the Fleet.
\nOYSTER FEST\, 5:00 - 8:00PM\, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park
\nFirst Oyster Roast of the Season\, Shrimp Boil &\; BBQ\, Live Music with Muddy Creek.
\n________________________________________________________________________________
\n \;
\nMonday\, October 18\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\nJoin Capt. Chris and his crew for a one hour guided "\;Skiff"\; cruise on the May searching for local wildlife\, discussing history and soaking up the tidal estuary air.
\n$30/ per person...subject to availability. All trips leave on the hour every hour from the public dock at the end of Calhoun Street in Wright Park. Please call Capt. Chris for reservations and more information. 843-304-2878
\nDINNER &\; LEARN at Bluffton Family Seafood House \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; Cherish our Waterways  \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 5:00PM
\n \;27 Mellichamp Drive\, Historic Downtown Bluffton
\nReservations required. $40/per person. Proceeds to Waddell Mariculture Center.  \;Call Mary at 843-815-2472 or 843-815-2474.
\n_________________________________________________________________________________
\nTuesday\, October 19\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details
\nMAY RIVER OYSTER FARM TOUR WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS \; 10:00am &ndash\; Noon
\nCome enjoy a rare opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience with May River Oyster Company&rsquo\;s pioneering oyster farm in collaboration with the Bluffton Seafood Festival and May River Excursions. \; This 2 hour in-depth tour brings you out to a working oyster farm where the farmers demonstrate the techniques and methods used to produce some of the best oysters in the world. \; Afterward enjoy lunch at Bluffton Seafood House in Historic Downtown Bluffton. Limited availability. \; Call 843-304-2878 for reservations. \; $90.00 per person (includes lunch).
\n_________________________________________________________________________________
\nWednesday\, October 20\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details
\nAUTHOR NIGHT featuring Roger Pinkney \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 5:30pm
\nComplimentary hors d'\;oeuvres and beverages provided by Southern Spice Catering and Events\; 6:00PM Showtime\, at the Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park (11 Recreation Court Bluffton SC 29910). \; \; Cost: $15.00\; additional donations accepted\; proceeds to the Waddell Mariculture Center.
\nReservations required: Call Mary at 843-815-2472 or 843-815-2474.
\n_________________________________________________________________________________
\nThursday\, October 21\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details
\nMAY RIVER OYSTER FARM TOUR WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS \; 10:00am &ndash\; Noon
\nCome enjoy a rare opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience with May River Oyster Company&rsquo\;s pioneering oyster farm in collaboration with the Bluffton Seafood Festival and May River Excursions. \; This 2 hour in-depth tour brings you out to a working oyster farm where the farmers demonstrate the techniques and methods used to produce some of the best oysters in the world. \; Afterward enjoy lunch at Bluffton Seafood House in Historic Downtown Bluffton. Limited availability. \; Call 843-304-2878 for reservations. \; $90.00 per person (includes lunch).
\n_________________________________________________________________________________
\nFriday\, October 22\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details
\nRED APRON SIPS AND SEAFOOD PARTY \; \; 6:00PM - 10:00PM  \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;  \;HEWITT OAKS
\nPresented by Bluffton Self Help
\nJoin us for a grand culinary celebration under the stars on the beautiful grounds of Hewitt Oaks. \; The evening will include sensational Lowcountry dining\, savory cocktails\, along with contagious excitement with a wine pull\, live and silent auctions as we raise money to support our Bluffton neighbors in need. \; Limited tickets and sponsorships are available and can be purchased online at sipsandseafood.com. \; All proceeds benefit Bluffton Self Help.
\n_________________________________________________________________________________
\nSaturday\, October 23\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\n*Daily* See October 18\, 2021 for details
\nOLD TOWN OYSTER 10K ROAD RACE &\; 5K RUN 8:00AM &ndash\; 10:30AM
\nBluffton Oyster Factory Park. Join us for a run through Old Town Bluffton with scenic river and marsh views. Compete in a fast-paced 10K or complete the 5K with the entire family! Both events will be professionally timed. \; Awards presentation and After-Party immediately follows. \; Music\, Coffee\, Cold Beer\, Oyster Shooters\, Gumbo\, May River Mimosas\, and much\, much more!
\nTAKE A KID FISHING TOURNAMENT\, BLUFFTON OYSTER CO. 10:00AM &ndash\;12:30PM
\nTake a Kid Fishing Tournament sponsored by Bluffton Marine Sports and Supplies\, Boat Floats\, Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners\, Spartina Marine Education Charters and managed by the Bluffton Chapter of Coastal Conservation Association
\nRegister between 9:30-10:30AM at Wright Park. Weigh-In at 12:30PM at Wright Park. Children 13 and under welcome with parents. \; There is no fee. Prizes will be awarded. \; Bring your own fishing equipment if possible\; limited equipment will be available on a first come first serve basis. \; To pre-register call Tom at 912-210-1222.
\nART &\; SEAFOOD STREET FEST 10:00AM - 5:00PM
\nHISTORIC DISTRICT BLUFFTON FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
\nEnjoy our juried art show featuring over 100 local and regional artists from 10 different states\, displaying an array of fine art: oils\, pastels\, acrylics\, photography\, pottery\, ceramics\, water color and much\, much more. Local seafood and low country cuisine served by area restaurants. and Low Country Environmental Exhibits. History of Bluffton at The Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center.
\nEnjoy the delicious seafood and view the outstanding art on the street.
\nMUSIC &\; ENTERTAINMENT
\nFavorite bands will entertain on two stages throughout the day.
\nART IN THE PARK 11:00AM &ndash\; 4:00PM DuBois Park on Boundary Street
\nChildren'\;s art activities conducted under the pavilion. Visit the stations around the pavilion and create your very own masterpiece. Prizes\, games\, fun and much\, much more for the budding artists of all ages.
\nFAMILY ORIENTED MAGIC SHOW with Gary Maurer 1:00PM
\nROCKIN&rsquo\; ON THE DOCK 6:00PM - DUSK BLUFFTON OYSTER CO.
\nSeafood Extravaganza Tasting
\nLive music with The Chiggers
\nFireworks at Dusk
\nEnd the full day of activities with a grand finale.
\nEat great local seafood and watch the fireworks for a night to remember!
\n_________________________________________________________________________________
\nSunday\, October 24\, 2021
\nMAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS\, MONDAY - SUNDAY
\nSee October 18\, 2021 for details
\nART &\; SEAFOOD STREET FEST 10:00AM &ndash\; 4:00PM
\nHISTORIC DISTRICT BLUFFTON FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
\nEnjoy our juried art show featuring over 100 local and regional artists from 10 different states\, displaying an array of fine art: oils\, pastels\, acrylics\, photography\, pottery\, ceramics\, water color and much\, much more. Local seafood and low country cuisine served by area restaurants.
\nEnjoy the delicious seafood and view the outstanding art on the street. Take a break at the Tailgate area and catch up on your favorite team'\;s game while enjoying craft beer and music.
\nMUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
\nFavorite bands will entertain on two stages throughout the day.
\nART IN THE PARK 11:00AM &ndash\; 4:00PM DuBois Park on Boundary Street
\nChildren'\;s art activities conducted under the pavilion. Prizes\, games\, fun and much\, much more for the budding artists of all ages.
\nFAMILY ORIENTED MAGIC SHOW with Gary Maurer 1:00PM
\nNo Parking in Downtown Bluffton on Saturday\, the 23rd\, and Sunday\, the 24th.
\nFree Shuttles provided by our sponsor\, Old Town Trolley Tours\, from Red Cedar Elementary (Bluffton Parkway to Red Cedar Street). Saturday\, 10/23: 10:00AM - 9:00PM\; Sunday\, 10/24: 10:00AM &ndash\; 5:00PM\; for more information 843-757-BLUF (2583).
\n \; LOCATION:Arts & Seafood Street Fest will be held on Calhoun St. UID:e.1592.6256 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260506T000135Z URL:https://blufftonchamberofcommerce.org/events/details/historic-bluffton-arts-seafood-festival-10-16-2021-6256 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR