Celebrating 100 Years of the Lake Lure Dam

• Centennial Kickoff Celebration
• Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Lake Lure Gazebo at Morse Park

Event Highlights

Community Birthday Celebration

• Remarks from Town leaders and engineers
• Recognition of the Dam’s 100-year legacy
• Birthday cake for the community

Antique Boat Display (Presented by the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society)

• Historic wooden boats on display at Washburn Marina
• Meet boat owners and admire these beautifully restored classics

Centennial Boat Parade (Immediately following the ceremony)

• Antique boats will lead a parade of local Lake Lure boats
• Procession from Washburn Marina to the Lake Lure Dam

Christening Ceremony at the Lake Lure Dam

• Mayor and Town Commissioners commemorate the Dam’s centennial with a special christening ceremony.

The Centennial Celebration Begins

This event officially launches the Town of Lake Lure’s Centennial Celebration, leading up to the Town’s 100th Anniversary in 2027. Come celebrate our history, honor our resilience, and look ahead to the next century of Lake Lure.

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