Thanksgiving is over and holiday preparations are in full swing. Soon we’ll be surrounded by, and fully enjoying family gatherings, wrapping paper, carriage rides, hot chocolate and more! 

In our, somewhat biased, opinion, there’s no place more beautiful to spend the holiday season than Lake Lure, so we’ve put together a guide to help you enjoy your time here!

Events:

Forest City Christmas
Downtown Forest City

We kick off the 2019 Christmas season with our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thanksgiving night! Join us on Thursday, November 28 at 6pm as we begin the ceremony! Special music provided by the local quartet, “In His Glory”. Lights will be turned on at 7pm. Afterward, enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies at the Santa House! The ice-skating rink will also be open! With the completion of the Forest City Pavilion on Park Square (POPS), located at 153 Park Square, the Santa House and the ice-skating rink have been relocated over to POPS area. Both are now located in the parking area across from POPS and next to the Rutherford County Farmers Market.

For more event information, click here.


Santa on the Chimney
Saturday, December 7 & 14
Included with park admission to Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

There’s no way Santa could make it down so many chimneys without practice. What better place to prepare for his Christmas deliveries and stay in shape than on one of the world’s largest chimneys at Chimney Rock State Park? Make your list and bring it to Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy live holiday music, hot cocoa, cookies and kids’ activities, meet live Park animal educators and more.  Win a Free Climb with Santa’s elves! Each day, one lucky guest will win free two-hour rock climbing lessons for two with Santa’s professional helpers, Fox Mountain Guides.


Christmas Eve Dinner Party
Tuesday, December 24, 6 – 9 pm
Legends on the Lake
Pricing: $42 adults / $22 kids 6-12 (5 & under are free).
For full menu, click here

Reservations guarantee a seat. Please call 828-694-3015.


New Year Celebration
Tuesday, December 31, 7 pm – 12:30 am
Legends on the Lake

It’s been a year in the making! Time to make some lasting memories.
Price: $65++

Advanced reservation are required and seating is limited. Please call 828.694.3015.