Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival

The Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival celebrates our fishing heritage with a mix of great live music, nautical arts and crafts, children’s activities, environmental exhibits, delicious seafood, and, of course, cold beer!

It’s a party with a purpose, since ALL proceeds benefit the FISH mission and the FISH Preserve!

Fill up, boogie down, and stroll this working waterfront filled with local artists and vendors.

Visitors can learn about local marine life at our educational Dock Talks, bid on boats lovingly restored by the FISH Boatworks, wander one of the last true working waterfronts in the state, and immerse themselves in local history at the Cortez Cultural Center and Florida Maritime Museum.

📍 Star Fish Company Market & Restaurant – 12306 46th Ave W, Cortez, FL 34215