The Only Lobster Fest on Mainland Belize

Unlike the lobster fests in Caye Caulker and San Pedro, Placencia’s lobster fest is the only one you can drive to because it’s one-of-a-kind festivity on the coast of mainland Belize. That alone attracts not only tourists, but thousands of Belizeans from across the country. The focus of the Placencia Lobster Fest has always been about increasing the bottom line for businesses in the village at the end of tourist season.

 

Warren Garbutt, Chairman, Placencia Village

“When lobster fest started in 1998 the season for tourist was from November to May. The lobster season started then in June so it is a big boost for hotels, restaurants, other small gift shops because of the traffic it brings to the village. It definitely is a local boost for the businesses in the village besides being the biggest fundraiser in the community.

 

Reporter

“What do you think sets Placencia Lobster Fest apart from the other two?”

 

Warren Garbutt

“I will be honest I haven’t visited but I am glad we are having the events on different weekend so I may be able to visit the others. Placencia is a real laid back relaxing destination. It is the only fest you can actually drive to so it makes it easy for people who cannot afford to stay in hotels to drive down for the day, enjoy the festivities and drive back home.”