Rawleigh Oyster Fest

November 8, 2025

Fresh oysters on a tray with chopped herbs and cheese, with a plate of lime wedges nearby.
Green handprint with a black heart in the palm, next to text that reads "Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center"

Our Why

North Carolina Coastal Federation

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Frankie Lemmon School

Proceeds from this event will directly support two amazing organizations. Your support helps provide vital education and resources for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities while also protecting and restoring North Carolina’s coast for generations to come.

Logo of North Carolina Coastal Federation with a stylized fish and wave design above the text
Close-up of raw oysters on a plate, garnished with chopped vegetables and herbs, with a wooden surface underneath.

Six Raleigh Chefs +
Six NC Oyster Farms =
One Epic Oyster Fest

Meet the Teams

Thank You to Our Community Sponsors + Partners

Who
We Are

A group of NC oyster farmers, local chefs, bold flavor makers, to create community fortitude. Founded by Mera Brothers Oysters, we bring coast to capital with fresh seafood, vibrant music, and a charitable mission to support sustainability and local culture.

A man with a beard, sunglasses, and a cap standing in water during the daytime, holding a fishing pole with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.

Follow us on social

🦪✨ Rawleigh Oyster Fest is almost here! Come out for fresh oysters, live music, and coastal vibes—all for a cause. Proceeds support @nccoastalfed helping to restore oyster reefs, clean up beaches, and keep our coast thriving. 🌊💙 📅 Novembe
We can’t wait to share all the fun we’ve planned November 8 from 12-4: All to support @nccoastalfed and @frankielemmonsch 🦪 Tickets on sale now. Link in bio.
Raleigh becomes RAWleigh this November at the Rawleigh Oyster Fest in Smoky Hollow. More details, including tickets, coming very soon 🦪 #rawleigh