How long can shrimp stay out at a party?

Shrimp is a perishable food item and should be kept refrigerated at all times. If you are planning on serving shrimp at a party, it is best to cook it shortly before the event and keep it refrigerated until serving. If the shrimp will be sitting out at room temperature for an extended period of time, it is best to serve it with ice to keep it cool and prevent it from spoiling.