4th of July Weekend Celebration

An Unforgettable July 4th at Rumbling Bald!

Join us for one of our most anticipated summer traditions. Our annual July 4th Fireworks Show returns this year at a new location—Bald Mountain Golf Course. Gather with family and friends as the night sky comes alive and lights up the surrounding mountains.

Leading up to the big show, we’ll have a full weekend of events and activities for all ages. From live music and lawn games to relaxing ways to unwind, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Additional events and activities are still being confirmed, so check back soon for the full schedule.

Schedule of Events

Thursday, July 3rd

• 11am-8pm Beach Cookout
• 11am-8pm Rumbling Bald Scavenger Hunt
• 11am-4pm Chimney Rock Vendor Village at the Pavilion
• 8:45pm Movie Night on the Beach – Shark Tale

Friday, July 4th

Wristbands are required for access to all venues on this day, except at Apple Valley Golf Course. Access to the main campus at Rumbling Bald is limited to Community Members and Lodging Guests only.

• 9-11am Hot Air Balloon Rides at the Bald Mountain Golf Course — Price: $25 per person. First come, first served. No RSVP needed or accepted. A release form will be required on the day of the event.
• 10-11:30am Morning Games
• 11am-8pm Beach Cookout
• 1-2pm Foam Party on the Pavilion Lawn
• 2-3:30pm Afternoon Games
• Golf Cart Parade at 4pm. Please call the Bald Mountain Pro Shop to sign up, 828.694.3042.
• 4-10pm VIP Dining at The Gardens — Menu includes: Caramelized onion & goat cheese beignets with a honey drizzle; Asian style cucumber salad with imitation crab; Chimichurri meatballs; Lamb Chops with sweet chili and cilantro glaze. Members only. $65 per person. Reservations are required; the RSVP deadline is July 1st. Please email gardens@rumblingbald.com. Members can also use the member site or app. Our cancellation policy for this dining event will observe a 50% charge if canceled up to 48 hours before the event.
• 9:30pm Fireworks over Bald Mountain Golf Course (site map)
• 10pm-12am Silent Disco Afterparty on the Terrace (ages 21+ only) — Reservations are required and limited! For reservations, please email events@rumblingbald.com. Members can use the member site or app. Price: $35 per person.

Saturday, July 5th

• 8:30am-10:30am Petting Zoo at the Wellness Parking Lot
• 11am-8pm Beach Cookout
• 11am-5pm Beachside Fun
  • 12-12:45pm Bingo
  • 1-1:30pm Trivia
  • 1:45-2:30pm Karaoke
  • 2:45-3:15pm Trivia
  • 3:30-4:15pm Karaoke
  • 4:30-5pm Trivia
• 7-9pm Music on the Beach – The Jacktown Ramblers
• 8-9pm Marshmallow Roast (while supplies last)

Dates, times, and activities are subject to change and or modifications without notice.

Note: Wristbands are required on July 4th. Members and Lodging Guests Only.

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2025 Wristband Policy

• Member requests for wristbands can be made from June 16th – July 3rd by clicking THIS LINK.  Wristbands will be available for pickup within 2 business days at Guest Services during business hours.
• Wristbands are limited to 2 per bedroom +4, maximum of 12 for an improved property.
• Limit of 4 wristbands per unimproved lot.  Members can get wristbands for all properties owned.
• The requested wristbands will also be available for pickup on July 4th in the Admin Building from 8:30 – 7:30pm.
• Children 11 and under will not be required to have wristbands. 

Please note, all registered Rumbling Bald Lodging Guests will receive their wristbands at check-in. There is no need to request your wristbands.

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Fireworks at Rumbling Bald 

Rumbling Bald is still hosting a fireworks event for members and guests this year – even without the lake being available!  The fireworks display will be held on the Bald Mountain golf course, and you can view the site map here.

• You are welcome to set up in the viewing areas starting at 6pm. Please note that regular play and event setup will be taking place until this time, and golf course access for fireworks viewing will not be allowed prior to 6pm.
• Do NOT set up, walk on, or drive golf carts on the greens, tee boxes, or sand traps.
• Please limit golf cart use to the NORTH end of the viewing area only.
• Please stay behind the crowd control barriers.
• Parking along Mountains Blvd is NOT permitted at any time.
• Just like every year, tents will NOT be permitted in any common area, including the audience viewing areas.
• Parking in the Bald Mountain driving range will be available starting at 12pm.
• Parking in the designated parking area across from Trout Stream Villas will be available starting at 6pm. 

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