Port of Los Angeles Lobsterfest Top 5 Tips and FAQ's | @PoLALobsterfest

It is September and you know what that means right?  Port of Los Angeles LOBSTERFEST!  

Every year, San Pedro hosts the Port of Los Angeles Lobsterfest with a weekend of fun music, carnival games, fun houses, Pirates and of course LOBSTERS!  This year, the weekend falls on Sept. 25, (5-11pm); Sept. 26, (11 am -11pm); Sept. 27, (11 am -7 pm).

TIPS AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

#1 TIP

1 Lobster is never enough!  Once you have one, you WILL want more. Add a second lobster(a la carte) for $15, you will thank me later.  Plan your time and budget accordingly.

#2 TIP

There are a lot of games and booths to buy wonderful crafts.  You might want to set a budget for games ahead of time, although there are ATM's available.

#3 TIP

Take advantage of free family friendly activities such as the Aquarium on Wheels, Live Music, Pirate Faire, and more!

#4 TIP

Purchase the First Class Ticket to avoid long lines and enjoy the shade and tables for VIP's.

FAQ's

Admission:  

• $10 to enter the festival (does NOT include price of lobster)
• Download a $1 off coupon here.  (you need 1 coupon per person)
• Kids 12 and under are FREE
• CASH ONLY/ ATM's available 

Parking:  

• FREE in the Ports O Call lots
• Free shuttle from 22nd Street lots/Marina (Shuttles stop 1/2 hour after event closes)
• Parking in the Cruise Ship terminal now costs $1.00 per hour.

Handicapped Parking:

• There are over 100 spots reserved close to Lobsterfest for Handi-capped spaces
• The festival does not have wheelchairs for rent/borrow

Lobster Meals:

• $23 for 1 (approx 1.25lb) Maine lobster plus sides
• Add an additional lobster(only) for $15
• $45 for First Class Ticket w/ lobster
• $25 for First Class Ticket without lobster
• CASH ONLY/ ATM's available

First Class Tickets Include:

• Weekend Admission
• One guaranteed Maine lobster meal with dessert and mini-lobster roll
• Front line privileges for Meal line and Bar all weekend
• One beverage (21+ for Alcohol) with your meal
• VIP Dining Area
• Collectible Poster (while supplies last)
• *First Class lobster meals include a delicious wild-caught Maine lobster, cole slaw, potatoes, rolls, buttery dippin’ sauce, a mini-lobster roll and a dessert. First Class Ticket holders can “double up” their meals and add an extra lobster (only available at the First Class ticket booth on-site). VISA and MC credit cards accepted at the First Class check-in booth.
• Click here to order your First Class Tickets or call 310-241-0292 and order by phone.  There are plenty of non-seafood vendors to buy.  Think carnival food

Vegan/Vegetarian:

• Check out the special menus here

Children:

• Admission is FREE
• Food is NOT free for children
• Pirate area FREE
• Aquarium area FREE
• Crafts FREE
• Music FREE
• Minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult after 8 pm.

MISC:

• Bring Sunscreen
• Drink Water
• It will be hot so wear clothes accordingly
• COME HUNGRY!

Port of Los Angeles LOBSTERFEST

Ports O Call Village

San Pedro, CA

310-241-0292