Tour magnificent homes and marvel at stunning interior decor during the SML Charity Home Tour, Friday, October 11th thru Sunday, October 13th. The tour features eight luxurious homes located within various destinations of Smith Mountain Lake. Advance ticket prices are $20 with all proceeds benefitting charities that help the needy in the Smith Mountain Lake area. Tickets may also be purchased the day of the event for $25. All homes
Smith Mountain Lake has been a favored destination for wine enthusiasts for decades. The popularity of the annual Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival as well as the growing number of notable wineries has given tourists and locals alike the ability to sample an impressive selection of vino. This year, Virginia Wine Lover Magazine awarded two area wineries with platinum, gold and silver awards: Chateau Morrisette and Hickory Hill Vineyards and
The Virginia Museum of Natural History is hosting “Reptile Day,” Saturday, September 21st from 9am-4pm. Visitors will have the chance to see many species of reptiles native to Virginia and North Carolina as well as reptiles from all around the world. Patrons will have the chance to handle some of the reptiles on display including various species of snakes, lizards and turtles. Educational presentations from reptile experts will explain the
Show your love for the Smith Mountain Lake community by casting your ballot in the 13th Annual Best of Smith Mountain Lake Awards. This competition, hosted by Laker Media, gives locals the chance to sing their praises for everything from favorite restaurant to favorite dog groomer in this highly anticipated annual competition. With 23 new categories added, voters will have their hands full choosing the best that Smith Mountain Lake
Housing everything from groceries to fishing and hunting supplies, the Union Hall General Store is now open for business. Opened by Becky Miller in the former Smith Mountain Building Supply location, the Union Hall General Store spans 27,000 square feet of shopping space. Miller states that the goal of the store is to have a “little bit of everything.” Future plans for expansion include a beer barn, wine shop and
Smith Mountain Lake enthusiasts know that SML has something for everyone. With 500 miles of shoreline, guests flock to the area to enjoy water sports, shopping and unbelievable views of the state’s second largest freshwater lake. Those new to the area will definitely want to plan a day trip to Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Spanning over 1,200 acres, the Smith Mountain Lake State Park offers a little bit of
Guests and residents of Smith Mountain Lake have the entire community right at their fingertips. “My Chamber App,” brought to you by the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce, allows users to search for area chamber member businesses from their smartphone. Users may search by category (i.e. “restaurants”) or by the business name. Chamber members have the option to customize their listing within My Chamber App to include video,
Watch the sunset over Hickory Hill Vineyards while listening to live, acoustic music during Hickory Hill’s “Lazy Days of Summer” edition of Sunset Saturday on Saturday, July 27 from 7p-10p. Sunset Saturday is one of the most popular weekend events at Smith Mountain Lake. The outdoor concert series highlights area musicians who perform on stage while patrons enjoy wine tastings. Guests may bring their own picnic dinner, chairs and blankets.
Another great weekend at SML. A big thank you to all who attended the Chamber sponsored Business Expo and the Rockin’ Brews and BBQ Festival! More fun to come at SML!
It’s a double header weekend for the family at SML! Come explore the SML Business Expo on Friday then return on Saturday for the Rockin’ Brews and BBQs Festival. Go to www.visitsmithmountainlake.com for more information.
