2027 Sarasota Shell Show and Marine Life Festival
The 2027 Sarasota Shell Show and Marine Life Festival will be held Friday, February 5 and Saturday, February 6 in Robarts Arena at the Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL.
Enjoy exotic, common and rare shells, rocks and minerals on display and for sale; shell-inspired jewelry; clothing; shell crafts for sale; educational programs; presentations by local community groups including the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium; fossils; and scientific and artistic exhibits. The concession stand will be open for lunch, drinks and snacks. Enjoy a raffle for shells and coastal-inspired prizes. Guests receive a free bag of shells with their $5 paid admission fee.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
Entry fee: Adults: $5
Students ages 12-18: $3
Kids under 12 may enter free with a paid adult
*CASH ONLY AT ENTRY PLEASE
If you are interested in entering either a Scientific or Artistic exhibit or becoming a dealer, please download and return the appropriate forms. Questions? email sarasotashellclub@gmail.com.
Please read all festival documents carefully. Please do NOT send documents or entry forms from previous years. Thank you.
SSC 2027 Rules, Awards and Information
SSC 2027 Artistic Categories and Entry Form
SSC 2027 Scientific Categories and Entry Form
SSC 2027 Prospective Dealers
2026 Shell Show Photos
2025 Shell Show Photos
2023-2024 Shell Show Photos