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2009 Special Events at Smith Mountain Lake |
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2009 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.
January
January 15 -- Smith Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner
Held at the Waterfront Country Club. A gala event, delicious food, entertainment and special awards presented to Chamber businesses selected by their fellow members for the past year's accomplishments.
April
April 18 -- Walmart FLW Spring Bass Tournament
The first major fishing event for the Shenandoah Division of the Bass Fishing League with great prizes, competition and the chance to earn points in the national contest. Registration on April 17 at the Walmart store in Bedford. Competition centered at Parkway Marina in Huddleston.
April 22 - 26 -- 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 24 -- Sixth-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 2 -- 12th 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 2 -- 22nd Annual Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Day
This event marks the 22nd 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 16 -- 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.
May 18 -- 13th 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. This year's event will be held at The Water's Edge Country Club.
July
Independence Day Celebrations -- throughout the July 4th Weekend
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 19 -- 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 SMLCC at 800.676.8203.
September 26 and 27 -- 21st 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 2 – 4 -- 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 11 -- Children's Miracle Network Bass Tournament Contact the Smith Mountain Lake Visitor Center for complete details about this special fishing event 800.676.8203
October 17 - The Rotary Club of Smith Mountain Lake is having it's 2nd annual fall fund raiser "A Night at the Races". This affair will be held at the W.H. Skelton 4H Center in Wirtz, VA. " A Night at the Races" is our largest fund raiser of the year and all net proceeds will be used to support local community charities.
November
November 7 -- 7th 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! It'll be a hot time at Smith Mountain Lake. Held at Bridgewater Plaza in Moneta, near the Hales Ford Bridge.
December
December 5 -- 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 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 Smith Mountain Lake 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 Chamber of Commerce, click on “About the Chamber” on the website or call 540.721.1203 / 800.676.8203.
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