The list of vendors for the 61st Annual Shrimp Festival continues to grow. Here’s what we have in store for you so far: M & M Links Seafood Unlimited The Herb Appeal Krusty Pete’s on the Beach BG Hats Airplant Bling Captiva Blue...
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The voting has been opened to the public for the title of ‘People’s Choice’ for both the Queen’s Pageant & the Shrimp Eating Championship. Participants are collecting votes for the title of ‘People’s Choice.’ The...
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“Long-Prawn-Silver” is a Southwest Florida native, who has been striking fear in the hearts of buffet owners since birth. He enjoys fishing, golfing, and getting routine chiropractic adjustments from his sponsor, Dr. Bennett, especially before a...
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Jayson ‘Juicy Jay” Riches Once ate 12 tacos “by accident” Loves Milkshakes Average dancer Looking for a Prom date
Read moreJack Big Dog Solak Once ate 10 I hop pancakes in less than 4 minutes. Current Basketball Coach CLHS Invented the crouton Recently saw “Toto” live at the Barbara B Mann
Read more60 years old from Boston. I have been attending Shrimp Festival since 2003. I worked 25 years as High School Baseball Coach. I now work for an indoor Conditioning Facility Focusing in Baseball/Softball and Running Camps. I’m married, have two...
Read moreI am excited to be part of this community and happy to give back while eating.. I entered this competition with the hope that the community continues to come together for a great cause… entering this challenge will help me develop strength...
Read moreStanding 6 feet tall and weighing in at 185 pounds, this bayou native was born hungry. He is from Louisiana, but he currently resides in the nightmares of shrimp. He likes his shrimp boiled with a side of cocktail sauce and the taste of victory...
Read more2015, 2016, and 2017 Shrimp Eating Champion! To the community of Fort Myers Beach, I thank you for the chance to reintroduce myself – I am your ‘Shrimp King,’ Carl Cius. I grew up in the beach area. From elementary school...
Read more2018 Shrimp Eating Champion! My name is Joel Martinez I am 26 years old. I live in Cape Coral with my beautiful wife. I am a Firefighter/ Paramedic for Fort Myers Beach Fire Department. I was born and raised in California. I like to compete in...
Read moreMy name is Kacie Faircloth and I was born and raised on Fort Myers Beach. I am currently a sophomore at Ft. Myers High School and I am planning on going into the IB program next year.I am currently involved in two school clubs. One is the FMHS...
Read morePrincess Bridgette is 17 years old and a “Beach kid” through and through. She attends Bishop Verot High School and is active in sports, academic and social clubs, including National Honor Society, Student Government, is VP of International Club...
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