2009 Theme Weekends and Local Events
Make your reservations early for the following Theme Weekends and local events here at Cherokee KOA. The kabins and the best campsites fill very early for these fun filled weekends. There are all kinds of activities and events going on during these weekends you won't want to miss the fun.
March
March 28-29
$3,000 Trout Fishing Tournament
Cast your line for a chance at a big one! Compete with other anglers for a total of $3,000.00 in prizes. It's no fish story - come out and enjoy the fun! Some of the finest trout fishing in the eastern United States is located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation adjacent to the KOA Camping Resort. The Raven Fork River flows along one side of the campground with great fishing for those who prefer stream fishing. If you prefer pond fishing, you'll find three Tribal-owned trout ponds framing the west boundary of KOA. All are stocked twice weekly. A Tribal fishing license is all you need to catch up to 10 trout per day. There's also a new area on the river that is strictly for Fly Fishing Catch and Release only starting last year that require an additional special license. Fishing is permitted on the Reservation from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset.
April
April 4
Customer Appreciation Weekend
Free pancake breakfast for campers.
April 11
Easter Weekend
Hop on over for our Easter party. Bring your basket for our Easter egg hunt, crafts, and movies at the outdoor cinema. It will be an Easter "eggstravaganza"!
April 18
Customer Appreciation Weekend & Scavenger Hunt Weekend
We'll be thanking our campers with free breakfast, free mini-golf, and bounce time on the jumping pillow. Here's to you, our fantastic camping guests! Join us for a campground-wide scavenger hunt. Later, we'll enjoy crafts, games, and movies at our outdoor cinema.
April 24 -26
Cherokee Survivor Motorcycle Rally *
At the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. Visit www.cherokee-nc.com for more information.
May
May 8-9
Come Kamp With Us Weekend
Stay Friday and Saturday is FREE!
May 10
Mother's Day
Celebrate Mom and camp for a cause, all in one weekend. Stay and pay for Friday, and Saturday is FREE. Special events and activities will benefit KOA Cancer Care Camps. Make Mom a gift and take her to breakfast, too.
May 16
Mardi Gras Weekend
We're celebrating Fat Tuesday all weekend long! There will be beads, a kids' Mardi Gras parade.
May 15-17
Cruise the Smokies- Spring Cherokee Rod Run *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. The Rod Run features more than 500 classic and customized automobiles built before 1972. For more information, see www.cherokee-nc.com.
May 22-24
4x4 Truck Show *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. Mud trucks, monster trucks and every other kind of 4x4 like you've never seen before! Come check out this spectacle of burly oddities and grab yourself a big day of fun! See www.cherokee-nc.com for more information.
May 22-24
Memorial Day Weekend
Come and share one of the biggest camping weekends of the year. There are lots of things to do in the area. Show you're proud, have the biggest U.S. Flag display at your kabin, kottage or RV site and win a prize.
June
June 6
Native American Heritage Weekend
We'll honor the rich Native American history of the area all weekend long. Join us for games and crafts with indigenous flavor. Indian dancer, storyteller and a whole lot more. You'll learn a great deal about the history of the Cherokee people. Indian Tacos will be served also.
June 13
Caribbean Weekend
We'll celebrate the flair of the Caribbean during our weekend of fun. Join us for games and crafts with island flair. Relax beside the pool.
June 12-14
Gospel Jubilee Weekend *
Cherokee, NC- On June 12-14, the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds in Cherokee, North Carolina, local and international Christian groups will converge to share the "Good News" through song at the first Cherokee Gospel Jubilee. Day One will feature Christian Contemporary music sure to please the young and young at heart. Day Two will feature the Crabb Family and other Southern Gospel greats, including local groups. Day Three will be a Sunday service with a guest inspirational speaker and more gospel music favorites. There will also be vendors, crafts and food! Don't miss the Cherokee Gospel Jubilee! Visit www.cherokee-nc.com to learn more.
June 16-20
Summerfest Carnival *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. Check out www.cherokee-nc.com for more information.
June 20
50's Weekend
Shake, rattle and roll on in with your pop for a weekend of retro fun for all ages. Dance to the tunes of the 50's and 60's. Contest for the best 50's outfit or car hop outfit.
June 21
Father's Day
Free pancakes for Dads on Sunday morning!
July
July 1-31
July fun every day of the month!
We'll kick off the month with our patriotic celebration and we will keep it up all month long! Join us for games, crafts and fun! Live bands will perform every Saturday night. Sit in at our church service on Sunday with friends and fellow campers. Then take in a group campfire on the island.
July 4
July 4th Weekend
There will be various fun activities at the campground.
July 2-4
July 4th PowWow *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. On the first full weekend in July our special brand of fireworks happen as a three-day explosion of authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. Dance competitions kick the excitement up even higher. More information is available at www.cherokee-nc.com.
July 4
July 4th Fireworks
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. See www.cherokee-nc.com for more information.
July 16
Festival of Natives People and Cherokee Indian Art Market *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. See www.cherokee-nc.com for more information.
August
August 1
Pool Party
Enjoy the music by the pool, participate in the best old-fashion bathing suit contest and win a prize.
August 1
7th Annual Talking Trees Children Trout Derby *
Located at Oconaluftee Islands Park. See www.cherokee-nc.com for information.
August 9-15
Grandchildren Week
Mom and Dads had their turn; now let's celebrate grandparents and grandkids! Grab your grandkids, or borrow someone else's for this weekend of celebrating with games, crafts, movies, and fun!
August 14-16
Volkswagen Car Show *
Visit www.cherokee-nc.com for information.
August 22
50's and 60's Weekend
We'll champion poodle skirts, tie-dye and flower power at our 50's and 60's weekend romp.
August 29-30
$5,000 Trout Tournament
Cast your line for a chance at a big one! Compete with other anglers for a total of $5,000 in prizes.
August 28-30
World's Series Softball *
Located at the John A. Crowe Recreation Complex. Visit www.cherokee-nc.com for information.
September
September 4-7
Labor Day Weekend
Come and share in one of the biggest camping weekends of the year!
September 11-13
Cherokee Survivor Motorcycle Rally *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. See www.cherokee-nc.com for information.
September 26
1st Halloween Weekend
Halloween comes early this year, so get your costumes ready! We'll have a spooktacular time at our Halloween bash. Come out to trick-or-treat and trade campfire Halloween stories.
October
October 3
2nd Halloween Weekend
Halloween's almost here and we're celebrating early...again. Get your costumes ready for a spooktacular time of trick-or-treating and scary story swapping around the campfire.
October 31
The REAL One - Halloween Weekend
It's finally here! Don your costumes and brush up your storytelling skills. We'll have trick-or-treating and scary campfire story time. Join in on the Halloween parade, pumpkin carving contest (all ages) and coloring contest.
October 30-November 1
Cruise The Smokies- Fall Cherokee Rod Run *
Located at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds. For information, visit www.cherokee-nc.com.
November
November 26
Thanksgiving Weekend
We'll offer a cornucopia of fun at our Thanksgiving weekend. Come celebrate with us and give thanks for family and country.
*Cherokee Local Events
