This is what you’ve been waiting for: THE MOUTH-WATERING, ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT CATFISH DINNER at the Fish Tent. Yes, we know it’s not really a tent, it’s a building. But back in the day, this fabulous meal was served in an enormous, canvas tent, so in the name of nostalgia (and Southerners love nostalgia) we call it a tent.
After purchasing a ticket for your catfish dinner with all the trimmings, hop in line and entertain yourself with the artwork of local children. The walls are decorated with hundreds of colored posters of catfish enjoying the carnival, riding a bucking bull at the rodeo, or swimming to the catfish races.
The World’s Biggest Fish Fry Tent isn’t officially open until the Hostess Princess tosses the first hushpuppy! This deep-fried cornbread treat is pitched high in the air by the Hostess Princess to her happily waiting family. After the first toss, the Fish Fry Tent is officially open, serving all you can eat catfish dinners.
At the counter, volunteer servers from the community greet you and fill your plate with delicious, piping-hot catfish fillets fried to perfection along with tasty hushpuppies with just the right amount of C-R-U-N-C-H. Don't forget the mouthwatering beans, fries and your choice of vinegar or mayo slaw. (Event hint- they're both yummy!) Top it all off with an icy beverage at the PEPSI drink station. When you’re ready to start over, hop in the “seconds line”....this event is ALL YOU CAN EAT!
