Shrimparoo

The N.C. Fourth of July Festival invites the community to the Red, White & Blue Shrimparoo, from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at The American Fish Company in Southport. All proceeds from this event will benefit this year’s festival which will be held June 27 through July 4 in Southport and Oak Island. Sponsored by Frying Pan and American Fish Company, the Shrimparoo will feature shrimp prepared in various ways, chicken, barbecue pork and all the trimmings. There will be a cash bar and live performance by R&R. Tickets are $55 per person in advance or $75 at the door. Doors open at 4 p.m.