Inaugural Chesapeake Catfish Cook-off

Taste delicious catfish dishes from local restaurants, judged by photographer Jay Fleming and Chef John Shields! Enjoy live music, cooking demos, fish-cutting demos, and a lecture from a fisheries scientist on invasive species. The Chesapeake Catfish Cook-off isn’t just an event—it’s a movement. Invasive catfish threaten the Chesapeake Bay, and together, we’re tackling the problem head-on while serving up an unforgettable experience.