The Independence Day Parade kicks off a summer of fun for families in Waterville Valley, NH.
(TRAVPR.COM) USA - May 29th, 2014 - The Independence Day Parade kicks off a summer of fun for families in Waterville Valley, NH. The parade will start at 11am, hosted by the Waterville Valley Recreation Department, and will travel around the Valley loop. Families can watch or make a float of their own! After the parade, the band ‘Small Town Stranded’ will play in the Town Square gazebo at 6:30pm, culminating with fireworks over the pond at 9:30pm. Celebrations continue Saturday, July 5th during the Independence Day Family Carnival, with bounce houses, games, and activities for the entire family, starting at 11am. Boat and bike rentals will also be available.
Ugotta Regatta and Waterville Valley Resort’s Artisan Fair & Country Music featuring Jimmy Lehoux will take place on Saturday July 19th. Ugotta Regatta is a fun homemade boat race where people can make their own boat out of anything at home, then test its fate in Corcoran Pond at 11am. Great for families of all ages! An Artisan Fair will take place from 11-5pm alongside the pond and around Town Square, featuring creations and demonstrations of local artisans. Country music artist, Jimmy Lehoux, takes the stage for a free outdoor concert from 6-9pm. Jimmy will honor the past, but push the boundaries of country music forward, creating an exciting new blend that is emotionally potent.
Later on this summer Saturday August 2nd delivers a smooth treat for the senses, with the 15th Annual Chocolate Fest. An outdoor concert is accompanied by chocolate temptations prepared by local New Hampshire chocolatiers, including The Mill Fudge Factory. The concert is free and desserts are to be sold by the piece from 6-8:30pm. The Mad River Coffee Roasters will be in town serving up coffee drinks and samples. Also, on tap for August 2nd and 3rd is the new event to Waterville Valley, the Mad River Endurafest. It is not too late to get signed up for one or more of the off-road and road races!
On Saturday August 9th, Waterville Valley Resort’s own Bruce the Moose and his friend Curious George are throwing a Family Festival together with children’s games, live entertainment, crafts, story time, and much, more. Admittance to this year’s event is FREE for all! For a full schedule of events and entertainment listing please visit the upcoming events page at waterville.com. The Margret & H.A. Rey Center provides hands-on Science Education Programs, Environmental Monitoring & Stewardship Programs, Art Programs, and more for adults and children alike!
Every weekend in July and August, stop by the gazebo on Friday for Open Mic Night, enjoy free outdoor concerts Saturday evenings, and free nature programs with live animals Sunday mornings. These regularly scheduled programs are free to the public, and sponsored by the Retail Merchants of Town Square. Shakespeare in the Valley will also be back for another lively season of outdoor theatre.
In addition to weekly signature events; Skate Camp sessions start the first week of July. It is not too late to sign up for one of the seven sessions, with a choice of either 5-day midweek camp or a weekend camp. Fridays, head over to the Waterville Skate Park at noon to check out what they have been working on all week during the weekly Skate Camp Contest. #wvparks.
The Snows Mountain lift will be open soon! Bike enthusiasts can rent a bike from the Adventure Center and start exploring the White Mountains! Rentals are available from 9-6pm daily. Bike repairs are also available.
Special lodging packages are available that include the Waterville Valley Freedom Pass, an activity-based inclusive package featuring boating, mountain biking, tennis, golf, access to the White Mountain Athletic Club, use of the Waterville Valley shuttle, a scenic chair lift ride up Snow’s Mountain, ice skating in the indoor arena and access to the Waterville Valley Recreation’s open gym program. An all-inclusive price for these activities provides guests an opportunity to save at least 50% on their family vacation through this package.
Waterville Valley was designed and planned specifically as a self-contained, four seasons resort. Today, in addition to its world-class ski area, Waterville Valley Resort has award-winning tennis courts, golf, hiking, biking, lodging, cultural activities and summer theater, kids camps, an indoor ice rink, boating, a skate park and a host of outdoor activities. It is home to the Margret & H.A. Rey Center and Curious George Cottage, and it hosts summer outdoor concerts, weekly events, and numerous summer festivals. Dining options include traditional favorites, as well as upscale dining. For more information, call 1-800-GO-VALLEY or visit waterville.com.
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