The San Pedro Lobster Festival is one of Belize’s most iconic annual events, held each June on Ambergris Caye — the country’s largest island and premier beach destination. This three-day celebration marks the opening of lobster season with a vibrant mix of fresh seafood, live music, street parties, cooking competitions, and cultural performances right on the shores of the Caribbean Sea.

San Pedro Town is the beating heart of Ambergris Caye, a destination beloved by divers, snorkelers, and beach lovers for its proximity to the Belize Barrier Reef — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s best dive destinations. The island’s relaxed, golf-cart-friendly streets and colorful wooden buildings give it a uniquely Caribbean charm.

The Lobster Festival draws visitors from across Belize and the international travel community, making it an ideal time to combine cultural celebration with world-class reef diving, fly-fishing, and island exploration. Local restaurants and beach bars compete to create the most creative lobster dishes, and the atmosphere is festive from morning to midnight.

Dates: June 26–28, 2026
Location: San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize

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