Steamhouse Lounge OysterFest returns to Midtown this weekend with oysters, live music and street closures
A long-running Midtown winter festival
Steamhouse Lounge OysterFest is scheduled to return to Midtown Atlanta this weekend, marking the event’s 38th year. The two-day street festival is set for Saturday, February 21, 2026, and Sunday, February 22, 2026, with activities centered near Steamhouse Lounge at 1093 Peachtree Street NE and nearby blocks in the 12th Street area.
Public event listings and organizer announcements describe OysterFest as a ticketed, outdoor street party featuring oyster roasts, seafood dishes and a rotating slate of live music across both days.
When and where
Dates: Feb. 21–22, 2026
Area: Midtown Atlanta, near Peachtree Street and 12th Street, a short walk from Steamhouse Lounge
Format: Two-day street festival with food, bar service and live performances
Food and beverage: oysters lead, seafood follows
OysterFest programming is built around roasted and chargrilled oysters served in buckets. Event materials also describe additional seafood options, including a Lowcountry-style shrimp boil and fried oyster po’boy sandwiches. Steamhouse Lounge’s lobster bisque is also expected to be part of the on-site offerings alongside a full bar operating throughout the festival.
For attendees, the emphasis is on high-volume service and quick-turn festival dining rather than seated restaurant service, with multiple menu items designed for outdoor consumption.
Live music scheduled both days
The festival is slated to include live music across Saturday and Sunday. Published lineups for the weekend include acts such as Francisco Vidal, Classic City Jukebox, Nashville Nation and Tyler Neal Band on Saturday, with Sunday listings including Francisco Vidal, Andrew Holley, Hallpass and Mo Lowda & The Humble.
Organizers have described OysterFest as a two-day street festival pairing seafood service with a continuous live-music schedule.
Transportation and planning considerations
With OysterFest staged on streets adjacent to a dense commercial corridor, visitors should expect localized traffic impacts and changes to normal curb access during event hours. Midtown’s proximity to MARTA rail stations and frequent bus routes typically makes transit, rideshare drop-offs and walking viable options for reaching the festival footprint.
Attendees should also plan for an outdoor event environment in late February, where conditions can shift quickly, and where lines and entry procedures may vary depending on arrival time.
What to know before you go
Prepare for a festival-style setup with outdoor food service and live performances.
Expect increased pedestrian activity and restricted vehicle movement near the event area.
Arriving earlier in the day may reduce wait times for entry and food service.
OysterFest has become a recurring seasonal draw for Midtown, and this weekend’s edition continues that annual formula: oysters, seafood specials, bar service and a full schedule of live bands over two days.