Town of Lake Lure Begins Refilling the Lake following Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts

2026 Calendar of Events

2026 Calendar of Events

The following is the Town of Lake Lure Calendar of events. This is a dynamic calendar so please check back regularly to check for updates. Please email Communications@townoflakelure.com for questions or suggestions.

You may review the official Town Calendar for additional information on Town Meetings.

January 2026: Renewal

Refresh & Restore – Enjoy the quiet beauty, fewer crowds, and peaceful mountain and lake views

Winter Scene in Lake Lure by Buddy Morrison

Winter Scene in Lake Lure by Buddy Morrison

January 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Learn the Basics of American Sign Language
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 5, 2026 | 4:30 PM
Minecraft Slime
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 6, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Cookbook Book Club
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 8, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Coffee for Veterans
Location: Fairfield Mountains Chapel

January 9, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Taste of the World
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Learn the Basics of American Sign Language
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 12, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Winter Scene Guided Painting Class
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 13, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Hope 4 NC Crafts
Location: Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration

January 14, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Seed Starting Made Easy
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

January 20, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Hope 4 NC Crafts
Location: Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration

January 21, 2026 | 10:00 PM
Paint a Brick Book
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

January 22, 2026 | 4:30 PM
Tie-Dyed Totes for Teens
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 23, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Avoid Scams and Fraud
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 24, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Learn the Basics of American Sign Language
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 27, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Hope 4 NC Crafts
Location: Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration

January 30, 2026 | 11:00 AM
On the Menu with Maria
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

January 31, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Learn the Basics of American Sign Language
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February: Fall in Love in Lake Lure!

Rowers

February 2, 2026 | 4:30 PM
Flowers and Mug Craft
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 3, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Cookbook Book Club
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Hope 4 NC Crafts
Location: Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration

February 6, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Taste of the World
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 9, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Aroma Stones
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 14, 2026 | 10:00 PM
Paint a Brick Book
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

February 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Movie at the Mountains - St . Valentines Massacre
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM
"Painted Mandala Class" Workshop
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

February 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM
Puppy Love
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Comprehensive Planning Public Input Session
Location: The Landings, 920 Buffalo Creek Road, Lake Lure 28746

February 26 - 28, 2026
Collegiate Rowing Teams - Training and competitions
Location: Lake Lure

February 26, 2026 | 4:30 PM
Candle Painting
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Dinner with Edgar
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

February 27, 2026 | 1:00 PM
On the Menu with Maria
Location: Mountains Branch Library Event

March 2026: By doing what you love, you inspire the hearts of others!

Rock Climber

March 1 - 8, 2026
Collegiate Rowing Teams - Training and competitions
Location: Lake Lure

March 6–8, 2026
Carolina Climbers Coalition – “2026 Rumble”
Location: Rumbling Bald and Lake Lure Green Space

March 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM
"How to Make Beaded Cord Bracelets" Class
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

March 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM
"Learning about the Ruby-Throated Hummingbird" Class
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

April 2026: Awakening Spring - Bloom & Explore

Tree with Mountains Abigail Bernard 2025 Arbor Day Poster Winner

April 3, 2026 | 10:00 AM
"Why Plant Native" Class
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

April 5, 2026 | 11:00 AM
70th Annual Easter Sunrise Service
Location: Chimney Rock State Park

April 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Earth Day Activities
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

April 24, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Arbor Day Program
Location: Lake Lure Gazebo

May 2026: Adventure Begins!

Lake Lure - Together We Rise

May 2026
Reopening of Lake Lure - Details to be Determined Based on the Lake Levels - Please Stay Tuned!

May 1–2, 2026
Parrotheads & Pirates Music Festival
Location: Lake Lure Beach

May 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM
"Growing and Using Herbs" Class
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

May 8, 2026 | All Day (Stay tuned for more information)
Open Water Marathon Swimmer

May 9–10, 2026
Lake Lure Arts and Crafts Festival
Location: Lake Lure Town Center - Across from the Lake Lure Beach

May 15, 2026 | 11:00 AM (Stay tuned for more information)
Ceremony Announcing Reopening Dates for Lake Lure
Location: Morse Park Gazebo

May 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM (Stay tuned for more information)
Ceremony Announcing Reopening Date for Lake Lure
Location: Beach at Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure

May 20, 2026 | 10:00 AM
“Let’s Make a Terrarium” Workshop
Location: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge Education Center

May 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Memorial Day Program
Location: Veterans Memorial in Lake Lure Town Center - Across from the Lake Lure Beach

Americas 250th Celebration