9th Annual Lobsterfest at Newport Beach

The 9th Annual Lobsterfest at Newport Beach will be celebrated at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina on Sunday, August 6 from 3 to 8 p.m. This annual celebration of summer centers around a fresh Whole Maine Lobster dinner with dancing to live music, opportunity drawings, prizes and fun on the beach for the entire family.

Live Whole Maine Lobster flown in fresh on the morning of the event is prepared on-site alongside a buffet that includes NY Strip Steak, corn-on-the-cob, red potatoes, salads, fresh baked sourdough rolls, and dessert.

There’s also a full bar with craft beer and premium wine, live music for fun and dancing from "West Coast Party Crashers", and special activities on-site for kids provided by Camp James.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Make-A-Wish – Orange County and Inland Empire and Leadership Tomorrow – Orange County. Make-A-Wish

General Admission tickets for the Lobsterfest at Newport Beach are $60 per person in advance, $80 at the door. Additional whole lobsters may be purchased for $20 each.

Kids Meal – a special ‘box’ meal for children under 12 is available for $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

VIP tickets, which include all-you-can-eat whole Maine Lobsters, NY Strip Steak, corn-on-the-cob, red potatoes, salads, fresh baked sourdough rolls, dessert, complimentary beer and wine, valet parking and reserved seating in front of the stage area are $150 in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at LobsterfestAtNewportBeach.com