In The Good ‘Ol Croakertime . . . or, Happy Independence Day!

It’s that time of year again!  July 4th; a day for great celebration all across the country.  And no one does it better than Oriental, NC for food, fun and fireworks.

Although today is Independence Day, Croakerfest – held every year on the weekend closest to the 4th – doesn’t start until tomorrow, July 5th.  And then it’s all hands on deck for a fabulous time!  No one puts on a festival like our little town of 900 citizens.  And we’ve done it for thirty plus years now!  And this year’s theme is “In the Good Ol’ Croakertime,” just like the popular song of yesteryear.

It all starts on Friday evening with a traditional round of music provided by the Pamlico Chorale and the Pamlico Community band.  Then the fun runs through the weekend with non-stop contests, music and fun until an incredible fireworks display over the waters of the Neuse River on Saturday night. Simply put, Croakerfest is great family fun from start to finish.  You can’t go wrong as Croakerfest struts its stuff with a parade, kids park, games, contests and bouncy toys, a foot race, a regatta, food, fireworks, craftspersons, food, artists, food . . . need we say more?

It’s a great weekend to come enjoy the small town hospitality of Oriental, North Carolina.  And the best part for our guests here at River Neuse Suites is that our hotel in Oriental, NC is right in the middle of all the action.  So grab your sunglasses, put on your “best” flip flops, stash the sunscreen in the car and come join us for a delightful weekend!