Welcome to the 45th Annual Croaker Festival hosted by the beautiful, river side town of Oriental, North Carolina.  It seems like just yesterday since we've all been together, but the Croaker Crew is already very busy in preparation of the 2025 Croaker Festival activities! And this year will be a very special celebration! It's our Birthday!!

Schedule of Events:

08:15 am: South Street Closes at the Festival grounds
08:30 am: Vendor Booths open
08:30 am: Check-in for Bow to Stern Croakerfest Regatta
09:00 am: Captains Meeting for Bow to Stern Croakerfest Regatta
09:00 am: Parade Line-up at Ragan Road
10:00 am: The Parade! Theme - “Croakers Come Alive In 2025”
11:00 am: First Gun for Bow to Stern Croakerfest Regatta
11:00 am: 2DMAW Marine Corps Band Invited to Perform
11:00 am: Kid's Park Opens on Mildred Street
12:00 pm: Parade Winners announced - Main Stage
12:00 pm: Music by Mike Bramble - Main Stage
01:30 pm: Music by Post 12 Band - Main Stage
02:00 pm: Coloring Contest Pages Due at Croaker Booth
03:00 pm: Kid's Park Closes 3:00 pm: Announcement of Coloring Contest Winners
03:00 pm: Music by Mad Fiddler - Main Stage
05:00 pm: Bridge closes for Fireworks
05:00 pm: Music by Rubich's Cube - Main Stage
06:00 pm: Vendor Booths Close
07:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Street Dance - Featured Artist: Signature Blend
09:15 pm: Fireworks over the Harbor!!
10:00 pm: Streets Open