Oyster Fest Returns To Old Town Fairfax On New Year's Day

FAIRFAX CITY, VA — Fairfax City foodies looking to celebrate the arrival of 2026 should check out Kelly's Oyster House and Bar in Old Town Fairfax, which is hosting its annual Oyster Fest on New Year's Day.

From 2 to 5 p.m., diners order from an all-you-can-eat menu, which includes Oysters on the Half Shell, Red or White Mussels, Mini Crab Cake Crostini with Remoulade, and Broiled Oysters with Garlic Butter and Parmesan, for $75 plus gratuity.

The menu also includes a variety of savory bites, side dishes, beverages and Key Lime Pie.

Kelly's Oyster House and Bar is located at 4069 Chain Bridge Road in Fairfax. Non-holiday hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The bar is open until 11 p.m.

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