Above photo courtesy of towndock.net
|
Every December, the Town of Oriental, NC marks the holiday season with a multiday celebration called 'The Spirit of Christmas'. In 2015, a Christmas flotilla will again be a part of the annual Spirit of Christmas festivities. It will occur on Friday, December 11th.
|
Above photo courtesy of Ben Casey
|
For photos from the 2014 Spirit of Christmas celebration click <here>
Want to Participate?
Sail & Power Boats
Here’s your chance to make your boat shine. If you’d like your boat to be a part of this parade, contact Joe Valinoti by clicking the button below.
|
Kayaks
The Oriental boat flotilla also includes a parade of lighted kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and any unmotorized dinghies. Contact Larry Summers (below) for all of the information.
|
Luminaria
Luminaria are a big part of the Spirit of Christmas tradition in Oriental. This year, the luminaria will line the streets on Friday night, December 11. First though they need to be made. That happens in the week leading up to Spirit of Christmas. Want to help? Contact Marsha Paplham (below).
|