LENOIR, NC (September 20, 2016)…Saturday, October 8th is the date for the annual Oyster Roast to benefit historic Fort Defiance, the home of General William Lenoir. “This is always a favorite event in the county,” says Matt Underwood, President of the Board of Directors. “There is something magical about dinner on the grounds of the Fort this time of year and the food is always amazing.”
Ticket pricing is tiered to just what you want.
The $50 Choice ticket is what most people get and it guarantees you will get a fried flounder fish plate with hush puppies, onion rings, French fries and coleslaw. Plus you’ll be served a heaping helping of Brunswick stew from the cast iron pot over the cook fire. You’ll also get a homemade dessert, 2 drink tickets (beer & wine included) and a bucket of perfectly steamed oysters (approx. 2 dozen).
Not an oyster fan? Then we have a $25 basic ticket. With this you will get a fried flounder fish plate with hush puppies, onion rings, French fries and coleslaw. Plus you’ll be served a heaping helping of Brunswick stew from the cast iron pot over the cook fire. Also included is a homemade dessert and 1 drink ticket (beer & wine included). No oysters on this one.
If you are one of those folks who can eat your weight in oysters consider the $100 VIP ticket which gets you the fried flounder fish plates with all the trimmings, plus the Brunswick stew, dessert, along with unlimited oysters and drinks. You will also have reserved seating in the new VIP section near the stage.
If you purchase at least 8 tickets you can reserve a table for an additional $50. This must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited.
Matt also shared with us a new event this year. “Something special we are doing this year is our “Virtual Toast”. If you can’t attend the event this year we would still love for you to support us and to join us in spirit. For a donation of any amount we will shout out a toast to the attendees acknowledging your support of the Fort.” Remember all donations are fully tax deductible as allowed by law.
Live entertainment again this year is with Holden Bare, a crowd favorite, and a special appearance by our 18th century musicians. Local breweries; Howard’s Brewing, Loes Brewing, Blowing Rock Brewing and Granite Falls Brewing will be providing some great local craft brews again this year. We’ll also have the General’s ale provided by Howard Brewing and brewed from our own General’s 1795 recipe.
If you are still concerned about which ticket to get or would rather not order them online let me know and I can help answer any questions. Matt 828-292- 0912 or matthew.w.underwood@gmail.com or you can call the fort at 828-758-1671. You may also purchase tickets on line at www.FortDefiance.org
This event is Saturday, October 8th from 6-9 pm. Fort Defiance is located at 1792 Fort Defiance Drive off NC Highway 268 west of Lenoir.