BRUNSWICK, Ga. () — After being postponed due to Hurricane Helene, the annual CoastFest has officially been rescheduled, the Department of Natural Resources said.

CoastFest will now happen on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mary Ross Waterfront Park, the Coastal Resources Division (CRD) said. It will be free and open to the public.

“CoastFest is a celebration of our vibrant coastal environment, and we’re excited to bring it back this spring,” said Tyler Jones, CRD’s CoastFest coordinator. “We’ve worked hard to ensure that the rescheduled event will continue to inspire and educate visitors about the importance of Georgia’s coastal resources.” 

CRD said that highlights from the event will be things such as interactive exhibits, live animal encounters, educational activities and demonstrations about conservation and sustainability, food vendors and cannon firings.

For more information about CoastFest, including directions, a schedule of activities, and exhibitor sign-up information, please visit DNRCoastFest.org or contact the Coastal Resources Division at 912-264-7218.