Barrier Islands Center Oyster Roast Fundraiser
February 28, 2026, from 1-5:00 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
7295 Young Street, Machipongo, VA 23405
Advance ticketed event ($125 per person)
Ticket sales open to members on January 5 at 9:00 a.m.
The Barrier Islands Center’s Annual Oyster Roast is our signature fundraising event. By participating, you help to preserve and perpetuate the Shore’s unique coastal heritage and do so much for our community. Because tickets sell out each year, make sure to reserve your space early.
The Oyster Roast is an opportunity to celebrate the bounty and beauty of this region. Local oyster houses generously manage the roasting and steaming of oysters and clams. The silent auction also showcases a broad spectrum of local talent, thanks to the local artisans, artists, restaurants, entrepreneurs, and other businesses who generously donate their lovingly-produced items. The proceeds help keep our doors open with free admission to all.
Finally, the local and regional corporate sponsors who invest in the BIC demonstrate their commitment to this community – both in celebrating our history and ensuring our future. Their sponsorship means the BIC can continue to be a vital and vibrant educational resource for everyone, of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds.
2026 Sponsors
Barrier Island
Tankard Nurseries
Kathe Vagt
Lighthouse
Ballard Fish & Oyster Co., LLC
Carr Investment Group
David’s Nursery, LLC
HM Terry Co., Inc.
J.C. Walker Brothers, Inc.
McGuireWoods, LLP
Jack & Gina Ruffin
Rutter Mills, LLP
Zittrain Wealth Management Group
Schooner
Allison Swan Fine Art
BOBDOG, LLC
Nicole & Eley Duke
Eastern Shore Events & Rentals
Hall | MileOne Autogroup
David & Traci Jones
McCormack & McCormack
Ocean Leisure Pools
Robert Ruff
Shooting Point Oysters
VIA Design Architects
Woods Rogers
Deadrise
Anonymous
Accomack Architecture
Alpha OneSource
Anna Lee Luxury Travel
John & Paige Bartholomew
Tom Bonadeo & Melissa Moore
Spencer Brudno & Linda Leatherbury
Clearstead Advisors
Charles & Claiborne Dickinson
Sally & Dan Dickinson
Ghent Decoy Works
Hitchings Family
Yvonne & Patrick Murphy
Portsmouth Boating Center