Stinky’s Bait Shack will host their 2nd Annual Oyster & Wine Festival and Kick-off Party for their “Beach to Bay Grand Slam Fishing Tournament” on Saturday, October 3rd, from noon until midnight.

The fishing tournament runs from October 4 through November 15.

During Saturday’s kick-off party, a special “TKO Show” will feature TK Bardwell and Kyle Ogle performing live at Stinky’s Bait Shack from 6-9 p.m., and then the party will rock on with Hotel Oscar next door at Stinky’s Fish Camp from 9 p.m. to midnight.

The festivities will also include oysters being prepared in various styles, an oyster shucking contest, cooking demonstrations, and activities for kids and adults. Guest can enjoy complimentary Wine Tasting from 3 – 7 p.m.

Here’s the full Oyster Festival activity line-up:

12-2 p.m. – Lake Allen Paddle Board Cleanup
2-3 p.m. – Hungry Board Relay Race
4-5 p.m. – Casting Competition
5-6 p.m. – Cooking Demo
6-7 p.m. – Oyster Shucking Contest
6-9 p.m. – TK Bardwell and Kyle Ogle LIVE at Bait Shack
9 pm – 12 a.m. – Hotel Oscar at Stinky’s Fish Camp
10 p.m. – FREE Oyster Roast

Here’s a quick clip from last year’s festivities:

South Walton community members and visitors alike are invited to the festival to help kick-off this year’s fishing tournament.

For more info, visit Stinky’s Bait Shack or call 850-622-BAIT.