2026 Shrimp Festival Royalty
Celebrating the Champions of the 68th Annual Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival
The 68th Annual Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival once again showcased incredible community spirit, friendly competition, and local tradition. Two of the most anticipated events each year are the Shrimp Festival Pageant and the Shrimp Eating Championship, and this year’s participants truly delivered unforgettable moments.
👑 2026 Shrimp Festival Pageant Winners
Congratulations to our outstanding contestants who represented our community with confidence, personality, and pride.
Shrimp Festival Queen
👑 Princess Lakyn – Miss La Ola
First Runner-Up
🥈 Princess Olivia – Miss Erickson and Jensen Seafood
Second Runner-Up
🥉 Princess Delayna – Miss Pelican Bay Charters
Special Awards
✨ Miss Personality – Princess Olivia (Miss Erickson and Jensen Seafood)
💛 Miss Congeniality – Princess Lakyn (Miss La Ola)
🌟 Miss People’s Choice – Princess Devin (Miss Doc Ford’s)
📸 Miss Photogenic – Princess Delayna (Miss Pelican Bay Charters)
These young women did an incredible job representing their sponsors and the Fort Myers Beach community throughout the festival weekend.
🦐 Shrimp Eating Championship Results
The Shrimp Eating Championship brought the excitement once again as competitors raced to claim the title.
🏆 Champion: Daniel Gover of Naples — 3.2 lbs of shrimp
👏 People’s Choice Winner: Dylan Laforce — determined by the most votes through online donations.
The championship continues to grow each year as one of the festival’s most entertaining traditions.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Events like the Shrimp Festival would not be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors and community partners. Their commitment helps the Fort Myers Beach Lions Club continue serving the community through scholarships, assistance programs, and local initiatives throughout the year.
We extend our sincere thanks to all of the businesses and organizations who helped make this year’s festival such a success.
Want to Participate Next Year?
Planning is already underway for the 69th Annual Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival, taking place:
📅 March 13–14, 2027
If you or someone you know is interested in participating in the Shrimp Festival Pageant or the Shrimp Eating Championship, we invite you to register through our website.
👉 Visit FortMyersBeachShrimpFestival.com for registration information and updates on all festival events.
Whether you’re competing for the crown, taking on the shrimp-eating challenge, or cheering from the crowd, we look forward to seeing you next year for another unforgettable celebration of Fort Myers Beach tradition.