04/18/2026
Get your taste buds ready for the annual East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, where some of the region’s best restaurants will compete for the coveted title of “Best She-Crab Soup.”
Attendees can sample and cast their votes for the Sean Brickell People’s Choice Awards, while culinary experts specializing in regional cuisine will be dishing out the Critics’ Choice Awards.
Don’t let this chance slip by to savor some of the finest She-Crab Soup on the East Coast!
What to Bring
The East Coast She-Crab Soup Classic will be held rain or shine. Dogs, strollers, and beach chairs are not permitted in the tasting area. Comfortable shoes and sunglasses or hat are advised.
Allergy Alert: Food contains shellfish.
Participating vendors are subject to change.
Proceeds from alcohol sales to benefit the Virginia Legends Walk Foundation.
Children 12 and under are free, provided that they are not sampling. If sampling, then ticket is required.
Tickets available at the door are not guaranteed.