Pig Pickin’ & Oyster Roast

Get ready for the ultimate Lowcountry feast. This year’s Pig Pickin’ & Oyster Roast returns to the historic Coastal Discovery Museum for a family-style evening overflowing with Southern flavor, live-fire cooking, and genuine Bluffton hospitality.

Our region’s top chefs—joined by celebrity guest chefs and pitmasters—will serve up an unforgettable spread of whole hog barbecue, roasted oysters, local shrimp, whole chickens, chopped BBQ, and all the classic Southern sides you dream about all year long. Pair every bite with a full selection of brews, wines, and signature cocktails poured throughout the night.

And setting the rhythm for the evening: live music by Bottles & Cans, bringing their soulful, bluesy Lowcountry vibe to keep the crowd dancing under the oaks.

It’s a one-night-only celebration of community, fire, flavor, and festival tradition—an indulgent feast you’ll be grateful to savor.

Guest Chefs & Pitmasters Include:

  • Marvin Ross, Peculiar Pig Farm

  • Robert Owens, Owens & Hull

  • David Carrier, Woodside

  • Hernan Stutzer & Alberto Llano, Del Sur

  • Orchid Paulmeier, One Hot Mama’s

  • Andrew Carmines, Shell Ring Oyster Co. & Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks

  • …and many more outstanding Southern chefs and pitmasters

WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:

  • Access to the Pig Pickin’ & Oyster Roast

  • Commemorative Festival Wine Glass

  • All-Inclusive Food + Drinks throughout the event

  • 21+ only

  • Every ticket supports the David M. Carmines Memorial Fund, benefiting local charities across our community

TICKETS

Date: Friday, February 27, 2026

Time: 6:30-9:00 PM

Location: Coastal Discovery Museum

Venue Address: 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29910