Wednesdays July 9th & July 23rd | 2 – 2:30pm | Ages: 2-5 w/adult
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Red, White & Brews – 4th of July at Trailside
Celebrate America’s birthday the Trailside way—with cold beer, live tunes, great food, and fun for all ages!
Live Music Lineup. Kick back with a brew and enjoy the sounds of summer from two local favorites!
Collin Cheek: 2–4 PM
Bill Altman: 5–8 PM
Face Painting with Susie’s Studio Nine | 2–8 PM. Perfect for kids (and kids at heart)!
S’mores Available for Purchase. Because what’s more American than roasting marshmallows on a summer evening?
We’re serving up classic American burgers, hot dogs, watermelon, and more—along with craft beer and refreshing summer cocktails from the Trailside bar!
Bring your family and friends and let’s make this 4th of July one to remember!
Summer Farm Fest
Kick off summer with us at our Summer Farm Fest! We will have lots of vendors, fresh fruits and veggies, and so much fun!
Summer Solstice Fest
Ready to celebrate the start of summer? Come party with us. Summer Solstice Fest is a hand curated market featuring …
- FREE aura photos with @psychicatena
- live music with Holler & Crow 5:30-7:30pm@hollerandcrow
- DJ Dance party with Grimjoii 7:45-10:00pm. @grimmjoi and @divine_thud_
- Tarot readings with @auburnlily @the_nomadic_owl_oracle
- Henna and face painting with @maia_mehndi
- Food trucks: @elkimchifoodtruck @ceciliaskitchen_avl @sweetcub_nc
- Hand-picked vendors: @ashevilleravenandcrone, @skippingpibbledesigns, @x2Designs, @silvercascades, @frutaseca_garnishes, @muttadesign, @lexi.and.co, @the_artful_plant
Annual 4th of July Cornhole Tournament
It’s tournament time! Stop by Clayton Homes of Candler on June 28 for our annual Cornhole Tournament & Food! We will also be having an open house for those who just want to come browse our inventory! Come join the fun!
Interested in playing in the tournament? The time to sign up is NOW! Get on the list now before it is too late! The Tournament will consist of 16 teams and will be double elimination. Tournament starts at 10am sharp, so be here a little before then to sign-in and get some warm-up throws in.
Please call 828-667-2529 or email hc095@claytonhomes.com to sign up. We will need both participants names, phone numbers, and a team name. There will be prizes and trophies for 1st place and the runner up! Hot dogs and drinks will be provided!
Kids Maker Market
We’re so excited to announce our first event of the summer, a kids makers market!!! We’ll have jewelry, pottery, original art, and more. Come out to support young creatives!
Family Fun Day
Food, Music, Door Prizes, Bounce House, Games, Cake Walk, Crafts, and Much More!
FREE EVENT FOR ALL!!
LAKE LURE: Independence Day Party & Fireworks Show
Date: Saturday July 5.
Party starts at 4pm.
Join us for our Independence Day Party at Lake Lure Inn & Spa!
FIREWORK SHOW COMPLIMENTS OF LAKE LURE INN & SPA – free and open to the public. Bring a chair and enjoy the show from the beach – we’ve added new sand!
Party Includes:
- Indoor & Outdoor Bars
- Adult & Kids Buffet (Adults: $29.95/Kids: 14.95/Drinks a la carte)
- Live Music
- Yards Games (like cornhole)
- Fun for kids: Bouncy House, FacePainting, Balloons Animals, Sweet Treats!
Please note:
No outside food, beverages or coolers, please.
Ask them about discounted room rates!
Super Summer Book Sale
June 27th 10:00am-4:00pm and
June 28th 10:00am-3:00pm
Antique, collectible, and coffee table books- DVDs by the hundreds (most unopened)
- Bookends – 1/2 price both days
- Big Hallway Bargains on Mystery and Suspense books
- Children’s Books for 10¢!
Boxes will be provided
OLD FORT: Annual 4th of July Rodeo
July 3rd & 4th 2025
It’s Rodeo Time, Old Fort! Saddle up — the Annual 4th of July Rodeo is here! Family fun, live rodeo action, food and more! Check out the official poster attached for all the details.
They will be having fireworks this year. They’ll be on the 4th and near the rodeo, but in a different spot than years past as that land has sold.