Independence Day Weekend at Fontana Village
Wednesday, July 1
8:00 PM | World Cup Watch Party
Join us at Quill’s Canteen as Team USA takes on Bosnia in the World Cup! Grab your favorite drink, enjoy the game-day atmosphere, and cheer alongside fellow fans. Wear your red, white, and blue and help us root for Team USA!
Thursday, July 2
5:00 PM | Endless Pasta Night at Quill’s Canteen
Come hungry and enjoy endless servings of your favorite pasta dishes, complete with a fresh salad and warm garlic bread. A delicious way to kick off the holiday weekend!
7:00 PM | Live Music at Quill’s Canteen
Enjoy an evening performance by Troy Underwood.
Friday, July 3
All Day | Triple Hole-in-One Challenge
Think you’ve got what it takes? Complete a hole-in-one in Mini Golf, Disc Golf, and Cornhole, recording all three successes in one continuous video. Show your completed challenge to Recreation Staff to earn a special prize. No registration required—just join the fun and don’t forget to tag Fontana Village on social media!
All Day | Resort-Wide Duck Hunt
Twenty-five rubber ducks are hidden throughout the Village! Find a numbered duck and bring it to the General Store to receive a free scoop of ice cream. One prize per guest.
10:00 AM | Stone Creek Pool Opens
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Patriotic Crafts
Stop by the Adventure Outpost for family-friendly crafts, including beaded flags, patriotic jewelry, and painting activities.
5:00 PM | Seafood Fest at Hazel’s Restaurant
5:00 PM | Frozen T-Shirt Competition
Can you be the fastest to thaw and put on a frozen T-shirt? Register at the Pool Shack by 4:30 PM and join this crowd-favorite competition filled with laughs and friendly competition.
5:00 PM | Miss Hazel Historic Lake Tour
Step aboard the famous Miss Hazel for a 90-minute cruise along Eagle and Hazel Creeks. Enjoy breathtaking views of Fontana Lake while learning about the area’s fascinating history from your captain. Reservations are required and can be made online.
6:00 PM | Community Kickball Game
Gather your team and head to the ballfield for an evening of classic summer fun. Teams of 8–12 players are welcome. Registration is open throughout the day.
Live Entertainment on the Sundeck
- 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM | Elvis LIVE!
- 7:45 PM – 8:30 PM | Dennis Lee Band
- 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Elvis LIVE!
- 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM | Dennis Lee Band
9:30 PM | Bonfire at the Gunter Cabin Firepit
Relax under the stars around the bonfire. S’mores kits will be available for purchase.
Saturday, July 4
10:00 AM | Putt-Putt Tournament Opens
10:00 AM | Stone Creek Pool Opens
11:00 AM | Patriotic Dog Parade
Bring your four-legged friends to the General Store and parade to Quill’s Canteen! Dress your pups in their patriotic best for fun awards and enjoy a complimentary pup cup with any coffee shop purchase.
12:00 PM | Tie-Dye at the Recreation Center
Kids’ shirts are available for purchase, and adults are welcome to bring their own items to create a one-of-a-kind holiday souvenir.
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Face Painting & Hair Coloring
Add some festive flair with colorful face painting and hair color options for all ages. $5-$10 based on selection.
1:00 PM | Kids’ Crafts & Foam Party
Enjoy friendship bracelets, chalk art, and a foam party at the Recreation Shack.
1:00 PM | Food Tents Open
Visit Quill’s parking lot for delicious festival favorites and holiday treats.
2:00 PM | Cabin Decorating Contest Judging
2:00 PM | Live DJ at Stone Creek Pool
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Pool Games & Competitions
Join in on hula hoop challenges, bubbles, patriotic contests, and more family fun.
5:00 PM | Miss Hazel Historic Lake Tour
Take in the beauty of Fontana Lake with a relaxing evening cruise aboard the Miss Hazel. Reservations are required.
5:30 PM | Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest
Show off your skills and compete for bragging rights at the Adventure Outpost. Registration begins at 11:00 AM and closes 15 minutes before the event.
6:00 PM | Pool & Snack Shack Close
The Stone Creek Pool area will close and be cleared in preparation for the evening fireworks display.
Live Entertainment on the Sundeck
- 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Dennis Lee Band
- 8:00 PM | Competition Winners Announced
- 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Elvis LIVE!
- 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Dennis Lee Band
- 10:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Dennis Lee Band Finale
10:00 PM | The Best DAM Fireworks Show in Western North Carolina!
Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display from Quill’s Canteen, the Front Porch, or the Sundeck.
Sunday, July 5
10:00 AM | Pool Activities
Spend the morning enjoying pool games, volleyball, and hula hoop competitions.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Field Games
Bring the family to the ballfield for potato sack races, frisbee games, and more classic outdoor fun.
2:00 PM | Cornhole Tournament
Think you have the winning throw? Sign up at the Adventure Outpost at least 15 minutes before the tournament begins.
