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Welcome to the home of the
Grifton Shad Festival
April 10-13th 2025
We are now entering our 53rd year!
The Grifton Shad Festival is one of the most time-honored and longest running festivals in all of North Carolina. Come out and enjoy several days of Down East Hospitality. Most events are held on the weekend.
Free Shuttle Service
Food Vendors
Fireworks
Events All Year Long
Festival Events
Miss Grifton Shad Pageant
Celebrate grace, talent, and community pride at the Miss Grifton Pageant! Join us in honoring the remarkable young women of Grifton.
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The Great Contentnea Creek Duck Race
RAIN OR SHINE! The Great Contentnea Creek Duck Race – 2 p.m. We have a few ducks left for sale.Come to the Town Landing and/or Outlook Park. If you’re planning…
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Fishy Tales Contest
Fishy Tales (Lying Contest) Each year, the Grifton Shad Festival holds its annual Fish Tales event. The event is for school children as well as adults. Each participant tells a…
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Home Town Night
Singer, songwriter, guitarist and a blue collar country boy. Be Real and Be yourself. Former Founder and lead vocalist of Blue Soul Redemption.
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The Band of Oz
The Band of Oz brings Southern charm and high-energy beach music to every stage, delivering a show you won’t forget!
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Grifton Shad Festival Parade
Experience the excitement of the Grifton Shad Festival Parade with lively floats, music, and community pride!
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Morgan Hudson & Company
All My Rowdy Friends brings the legendary energy of Hank Williams Jr. to life with a rowdy, high-octane tribute show!
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Our History Over the last 50+ years
Grifton Shad Festival’s Proud History & Traditions
Come oUt To See
Festival Attractions
Buy Shad Festival Merch
The Shad Shack
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$20.00 -
$25.00 – $30.00
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