St. Michael Catholic Church and the City of Biloxi
Blessing of the Fleet and Shrimp Festival
Monsignor Dominick Fullam blessing the shrimp boat Gunsmoke, marking the beginning of the 2021 fishing season. Even though it had its origins in ancient times in Europe, the first Blessing of the Fleet in the Biloxi Bay was given in 1929, and now takes place annually in a colorful procession in the Mississippi Sound.
2021 Highlights!
Shrimp King and Queen
The Official 2021 Blessing of the Fleet poster by Samantha Savage
The Official 2021 Blessing of the Fleet poster by Samantha Savage
Our new Shrimp Queen 2021
Miss Leah Crabtree and her
King Ricky Ross.
The Official 2021 Blessing of the Fleet poster by Samantha Savage
The Official 2021 Blessing of the Fleet poster by Samantha Savage
The Official 2021 Blessing of the Fleet poster by Samantha Savage
On Sale at the Biloxi Visitors Center or at St Michael Catholic Church
Shrimp Queen Pageant
The Official 2021 Blessing of the Fleet poster by Samantha Savage
Shrimp Queen Pageant
Congratulations to all the contestants in the 2021 Shrimp Queen Pageant. Look for applications for next year.
Best Decorated Boat
Best Decorated Boat
Shrimp Queen Pageant
Kenny B, Captained by Greg Baker
2nd Best Decorated
Best Decorated Boat
2nd Best Decorated
Barbara K, Captained by John Kopsyzwa
Best Participation
Best Decorated Boat
2nd Best Decorated
My Sons, Captained by Charles Duhon