4th of July Celebrations at Smith Mountain Lake
July 3rd, 4th and 5th mark some opportunities for great fun around Smith Mountain Lake as Independence Day celebrations take place. Three days of fireworks that can be seen from land or on water kick off at the 4th of July Rotary Independence Festival which is held at the Franklin County High School Football Stadium […]
Fun Times & Good Songs at “Lyrics on the Lake”
So many great things happen right here in our own backyard, including this past weekend’s event of the “Lyrics on the Lake” Songwriters Festival right here at Smith Mountain Lake. Featuring 20 singer-songwriters, this second annual event has been the talk of the town. Beginning back in April, Hot Shots hosted weekly competitions for songwriters […]
Plan a Day of Fun on the Bedford Wine Trail
The Bedford Wine Trail began back in 2006 and currently consists of 5 wineries that are all just a short jaunt from the Smith Mountain Lake communities. Hickory Hills Vineyard and Winery Hickory Hills Vineyard and Winery has a 30 year old history, which makes it the oldest winery in the SML area. With over […]
Smith Mountain Lake Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Open House
The holidays arrive at Smith Mountain Lake on Thursday, December 5, as The Willard Companies presents the annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Open House Event. Festivities will be underway at Westlake Towne Center from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. There will be plenty to do, with fun for the whole family including free pictures with Santa, […]
Smith Mountain Lake Farm Presents ‘Fall for Alpaca Days’ Holiday Event
Stunning lake views and private, peaceful forested areas are just part of what makes Smith Mountain Lake a great place to live. The SML area is also known for its many rolling farms, and a local favorite is the Smith Mountain Lake Farm Alpacas. During this year’s “Fall for Alpaca Days,” the popular farm is […]
Flotilla for Toys: Smith Mountain Lake’s Toy Drive with Style
On Saturday, November 30, the annual Flotilla for Toys Boat Parade of Lights will take place on Smith Mountain Lake from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A beloved tradition at SML, this unique toy drive lights up the lake with a parade of boats, all decked out for the holidays in glittering style. Smith Mountain […]
