| April 28 |
SML Chamber/Partnership Business Expo at Bridgewater Plaza.
Full-day chamber event showcasing SMLCC/P member businesses. Open to the public.
Contact: SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. |
| May 6 |
Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake
2006 marks the 19th year of this annual lake clean-up effort by the entire lake community.
Contact: SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. |
| May 1 |
The 10th Annual Corporate Cup Golf Tournament
At The Waterfront Country Club
Contact: SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. |
| May 6 |
The 9th Annual SML Triathlon at Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Contact: 540-343-0987
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| May 20 |
Tom Maynard Memorial Poker Run
Boating safety is the emphasis of this fundraising event for local organizations. The card game involves boating participants stopping at designated points to select playing cards. Card hands are revealed at the barbeque and awards ceremony. Prizes for best appearing boat and best card hand are awarded. Contact: Smith Mountain Lake Boating Association. |
| June 3 |
Pigg River Ramble Canoe Race and Fun Float
This day-long event (9 a.m.-8 p.m.)also includes great food and bluegrass music. For more information ,call (540) 483-9293 or visit visitFranklinCountyVA.com |
| June 15 |
SMLCC/P 4th Annual Photo Contest
Contact: SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. |
| June 17 |
Juneteeth Celebration
Freedom is the focus of this emancipation celebration at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Tour the Burroughs plantation and enjoy music by local gospel groups. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Call 540-721-2094 for more information. |
| Aug. 12 |
16th Annual Antique Boat Show
This lakeside event is held at Saunders Parkway Marina in Huddleston, VA (near the SML State Park). It includes antique wooden boats, classic cars, food, crafts and activities for all ages. Visit www.woodenboats.net for more information. |
| Sept.. 23-24 |
18th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival
More than 4,000 come out for this annual 2-daylakeside event - rain or shine-showcasing approx. 16 Virgina wineries; quality crafters, great food, live music. Contact: SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. Tickets available on-line. |
| Oct. 6-8 |
SML Charity Home Tour
Visit spectacular SML area homes by boat or car. Ticket sales support local and regional charities. For more information visit: www.smlcharityhometour.com |
| Oct. 14 |
Smith Mountain Lake Fall Festival
Held at Saunders Parkway Marina. Fun for all ages with activities, music, food vendors, crafters and more. Contact: 540-297-4614 |
| Nov. 4 |
4th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Fall Chili Festival
Chili for every taste as participants compete for flavor and showmanship. Fun, music, activities and LOTS of Chili at this lakeside event. Bridgewater Plaza lower level. For more info. Contact: SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. |
| Dec. 2-3 |
Christmas Days in Old Virginia
Celebrate a mid-nineteenth century Christmas on the Burroughs Plantation with lantern tours, children's activities entertainment and refreshments. 5-8 p.m. Call Booker T.Washington National Monument (540) 721-2094 for reservations. |
| Dec. 9 |
9th Annual Virginia Dare "Flotilla for Toys" Boat Parade
Gorgeous boats "decked out'"for the holiday season illuminate the lake for an evening of holiday cheer. The parade of boats, a toy drive event for the Lake Christian Ministries, leaves port from the Virginia Dare Marina at 7 p.m., travels to Halesford Bridge and up the lake to the State Park. For information on viewing or participating contact the SML Chamber of Commerce at 800-676-8203. |
