A FREE Daily Visitor Guide for the North Carolina Mountains and 50+ NC Mountain Cities: Labor day Events: 2nd Annual GReat Smoky Mountain Lake Party

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Labor day Events: 2nd Annual GReat Smoky Mountain Lake Party

Sept 2 - 5 at Fontana Village Resort - The second annual LakeAlooza Lake Party on Fontana Lake. Live music on the docks of the Marina on Saturday afternoon by "My Highway" band. Saturday night,

the 3rd, enjoy live entertainment in the Recreation Hall and fireworks on the Green.

Fireworks Saturday night on the Village Green. Lake games and competitions for all ages. Lunch cookout at the Marina. Prizes, innertube races, party deck, food and entertainment. Free admittance to Stone Creek Pool and Lazy River on Saturday and Sunday.

Fontana Village Resort - is a year round destination resort in the Nantahala Forest, the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Village offers a range of accommodations, including Lodge rooms and suites, cabins and RV & tent camping on Cheoah Lake.

Amenities include conference space, WIFI, restaurants and lounges, General Store, gift shops, outfitters, pools, marina, massage and fitness center, mountain bike shop, horseback riding, on-site trails for biking and hiking. Dining options includes the Mountview Bistro and the Wildwood Grill plus the Pitstop fast fare for guests or travelers on the go.

The Fontana Marina, located on the beautiful 30 mile long Fontana Lake, has an assortment of different watercraft rentals and equipment available. The Marina's ship store offers a complete line of tackle, light groceries and snacks and anything else guests might need for a perfect day on the water.

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