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2010 Special Events
Smith Mountain Lake is a wonderful place to set your anchor for great fun. No matter the season, there's a good reason to come to Smith Mountain Lake to relax, kick back and enjoy yourself. Contact the Visitor Center at 800.676.8203 or 540.721.1203 to find out more about the following events scheduled for this year.
2010 Calendar of Events
April
April 15 - 18 -- ESPN Bassmaster Elite Tournament
Be a part of the excitement of this nationally-recognized fishing competition. All weigh-ins take place at Parkway Marina in Huddleston.
April 30 -- Seventh-Annual SML Business Expo Sponsored by the Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce, this annual event showcases member businesses, service providers and their products. Public invited. Held at Downtown Moneta.
May
May 1 -- 13th Annual SML Triathlon
Come participate or cheer your favorites in swimming, biking and running events at the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake State Park located in Huddleston off of the Smith Mountain Lake State Parkway (Route 626).
May 1 -- 23rd Annual Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Day This event marks the 23rd annual lake-wide clean-up effort. Volunteers from the entire community get involved in sprucing up the lake and shore for the coming summer season. Volunteers can register individually, as a group or organization. Call the Smith Mountain Lake Visitor Center for more information at 540.721.1203.
May 14-16—Pigg River Ramble The Pigg River Ramble is a 3-day whitewater packed weekend full of excitement and adventure. You can race against other Ramblers or simply float for fun down the Pigg River. Friday, May 14, 2010 at 9:00pm kicks off the Pigg River Ramble weekend with the fun of a night-time float on the Blackwater River with the "Blackwater Blackout."
Saturday, May 15, at 10:00am the Annual Pigg River Ramble kicks off with a competitive style float down the Pigg River, with canoeists/kayakers from all over the East Coast.
Sunday, May 16, at 7:00am Breakfast on the Blackwater starts off with a homestyle breakfast and wraps up the weekend with one more float down the Blackwater River. Info: www.franklincountyva.org/parks
540-483-9293
May 24 -- 14th Annual Corporate Cup Golf Classic
The opening of the spring golfing season at the lake is a much-anticipated event by golfers from the surrounding communities.
May 21, 22 -- Tom Maynard Memorial Poker Run
Special charity event that involves playing poker from watercraft. Prizes are awarded for both winning and losing hands and best "decked out" boat and crew. The Poker Run is dedicated to good fun and all proceeds go to a worthy cause. Other special events surrounding the Tom Maynard Poker Run weekend include a welcome dinner with entertainment as well as a special boating safety orientation class.
June
June 10 – Ambassador’s Open
Join the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors for its new Summer Mini Golf Fun Tournament and Casual BBQ Dinner at Hot Shots Family Fun Center. Dinner at 5pm. Beginning Tee-off at 5:30pm. Raindate June 11.
June 19 – Juneteenth Celebration at Booker T. Washington National Monument
Freedom is the focus of this emancipation celebration for the whole family. Tour the Burroughs Plantation – music performed by local gospel groups. Free admission. www.nps.gov/bowa, 540-721-2094.
July
Independence Day Celebration -- July 3rd(Raindate-July 4)
Loaded with fun, entertainment and grand fireworks for all to see, this major event takes place at Parkway Marina in Huddleston to celebrate our nation's independence.
September
September 17 & 18 -- Smith Mountain Lake Antique and Classic Boat Show
In and out of the water antique and classic boats, a display of antique automobiles and a great selection of quality craft vendors. The event will be held at Mariners Landing in Huddleston, VA. For more information contact SMLRCC at 800.676.8203 or visit www.woodenboats.net.
September 25 and 26 -- 22nd Annual Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival This amazing weekend event includes 28 Virginia wineries participating offering their finest vintages. Try wine tastings, more than 90+ quality food and craft vendors plus live entertainment— it’s one of the lakes truly GRAPE events!
October
October 1 –3 -- Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour Visit eight beautiful waterfront homes reflecting a variety of architectural and decorating styles. Tour the featured homes by car or boat.
October 10 -- Children's Miracle Network Bass Tournament Contact the Smith Mountain Lake Visitor Center for complete details about this special fishing event 800.676.8203
November
November 6 -- 8th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Fall Chili and Craft Festival Enjoy a full-day event featuring music, crafts and a spectacular competitive chili cook-off, with awards for Best Chili, People's Choice and Showmanship! Held at Bridgewater Plaza, it'll be a hot time at Smith Mountain Lake.
November 27 -- Virginia Dare Flotilla for Toys Christmas Boat Parade
An evening event, with a parade of boats 'decked out' for the holiday season with lights and displays. The boats leave port from the Virginia Dare Marina at 7 p.m., travel to Halesford Bridge at Bridgewater Plaza, circle past the SML State Park and return to the Virginia Dare Marina. This event is a local toy drive with all gifts distributed by the Lake Christian Ministries.
Additional Events: Many other events take place at Smith Mountain Lake throughout the year. Feel free to call our SML Visitor Center for an update of the latest lake happenings. Call 540.721.1203 for more information.
The Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce sponsors the “Business After Hours” program for its members the third Thursday of each month from 5:00 -7:00 PM at scheduled business locations. "Business Before Hours" are also held periodically. The SML Regional Chamber of Commerce also hosts annual business educational seminars and other noteworthy events for the benefit of its membership. To learn more about the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce, click on “About the Chamber” on the website or call 540.721.1203 / 800.676.8203.
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