August 28 – 30, 2026 ● LAKE WALLENPAUPACK | HAWLEY, PA

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Get Ready to Sizzle! The Lake Regions’ Biggest Event is Here!  —–  Presented by Lighthouse Harbor Marina and The Chamber of the Northern Poconos!Get Ready to Sizzle! The Lake Regions’ Biggest Event is Here!  —–  Presented by Lighthouse Harbor Marina and The Chamber of the Northern Poconos!

Our festival offers unique experiences and attracts different audiences, contributing to the rich diversity of global celebrations.

“Summer Bliss and
Endless Entertainment!”

The Events from 2025

Sun, Fun & Unforgettable Moments

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Thursday, Aug 21, 2025

3rd Annual Kayak Glow Stick Parade
6 PM – 10 PM
Pirate’s Cove Marina
136 Route 507, Hawley
$30 per person includes T-shirt & glow stick.
Proceeds benefit Tafton Fire Co.
Call or stop by the marina to register. 570.226.2220

Friday, Aug 22, 2025
  • 9 AM – 5 PM~ Wallenpaupack Boat Rentals ~ 2487 Route 6, Hawley ~ 570.226.3293 – www.wallenpaupackboatrentals.com — Enjoy Wally Lake Fest by renting your own Pontoon Boat, Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board!
  • 10 AM – 4 PM ~ Official Wally Lake Fest T-Shirt Sales at Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center ~ 2512 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 11 AM – 5 PM ~ Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours ~ 2487 Route 6, Hawley ~570.226.3293 – $20/Adults, $18/Seniors, $15/Children – www.wallenpaupackboattour.com — Enjoy a breath-taking 50-minute cruise on beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack as your tour guide describes the area and the history behind this charming lake region. Tours depart on the hour.
  • 11AM – 5 PM – The Wake Zone Indoor Golf & Taproom ~ $8 Beers, $40 Sim Rentals, $15 Mixed 4-Packs To-Go, Freeze pops for kids, Indoor Lawn games, Mr Yocks BBQ, Fill-up Friday $60 mixed case. – 274 PA-507, Tafton, PA 18464
  • 12PM – 2 PM ~ Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. Happy Hour $1 off full pours & flights. 32 Oz. Crowler fills, 2 for $22 OR 3 for $25. – 73 Welwood Ave, Hawley, PA 18428
  • 12 PM – 5 PM ~ Open Market Artisan Fair around the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center ~ 2512 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 12 PM – 5 PM ~ Boat & Outdoor Expo at Wallenpaupack Area High School ~ 2552 Route 6, Hawley
  • 2 PM – 5 PM ~ Lakeside Live Music with Not John~ Silver Birches Resort ~ 205 PA-507, Hawley, PA – TJ’s Bar & Grill Open too!
  • 2 PM – 5 PM ~ Hawley Farmers Market ~ Stop by Bingham Park and CJR Memorial Park in downtown Hawley for fresh and delicious local produce.
  • 4 PM Gates Open ~ GDS Fair ~ 979 Main St., Newfoundland ~ $10 Admission ~ gdsfair.org
  • 5 PM – 8 PM ~ Live Music Chae at Wallenpaupack Brewing Company, 73 Wellwood Ave., Hawley.
  • 6 PM – 9 PM ~ Live Music with The QT ~ Jam Room Brewing Company ~ 101 Creamery Rd., Greentown ~ 570-676-6070
  • 6 PM – 9 PM ~ Lakeside Live Music with Roots in Bluestone ~ Silver Birches Resort ~ 205 PA-507, Hawley, PA – TJ’s Lakeside Bar and Grill Open Too!
  • 6 PM – 9 PM ~ Jazz on the Deck featuring Glenn Heller Trio – The Settlers Inn ~ 4 Main Ave, Hawley, PA 18428
  • 7 PM – 10 PM ~ Sydney Irving will be performing under the pavillion ~ Gresham’s Chop House ~ 2495 Route 6, Hawley
Saturday, Aug 23, 2025
  • 9 AM – 5 PM~ Wallenpaupack Boat Rentals ~ 2487 Route 6, Hawley ~ 570.226.3293 – www.wallenpaupackboatrentals.com — Enjoy Wally Lake Fest by renting your own Pontoon Boat, Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board!
  • 10 AM – 5 PM ~ Open Market Artisan Fair around the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center ~ 2512 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 10 AM – 5 PM ~ Boat & Outdoor Expo at Wallenpaupack Area High School ~ 2552 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 10 AM – 5 PM ~ Shop an open-air Market and indoor shopping experience ~the Hawley Silk Mill – 8 Silk Mill Drive, Hawley, PA 18428
  • 10 AM – 4 PM ~ Official Wally Lake Fest T-Shirt Sales at Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center ~ 2512 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 11 AM Gates Open ~ GDS Fair ~ 979 Main St., Newfoundland ~ $10 Admission ~ gdsfair.org
  • 11 AM – 3 PM – Sailboat Rides ~ The Paupack Sailing Club is sponsoring 1-hour sailboat rides. NEW LOCATION: Ironwood Point Marina 155 Burns Mill Rd, Greentown, PA 18426 . Cost is Adults $10 each, Children Under 13 $5 each. Cash Only Reservations Required – Call Lisa at 908-963-2649 to book your spot! All proceeds benefit the Tafton Fire Company.
  • 11 AM – 4 PM Wallypalooza – Live Music on the lake in front of the Tafton Dike
  • 11 AM – 5 PM ~ Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours ~ 2487 Route 6, Hawley ~570.226.3293 – $20/Adults, $18/Seniors, $15/Children – www.wallenpaupackboattour.com — Enjoy a breath-taking 50-minute cruise on beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack as your tour guide describes the area and the history behind this charming lake region. Tours depart on the hour.
  • 11AM – 5PM ~ The Wake Zone Indoor Golf & Taproom ~ $8 Beers, $40 Sim Rentals, $15 Mixed 4-Packs To-Go, Freeze pops for kids, Indoor Lawn games, Mr Yocks BBQ – 274 PA-507, Tafton, PA 18464
  • 12 PM – 6PM ~ The Terrace at Cocoon Coffeehouse & Bakery for High Noon Cocktail Bar – 8 Silk Mill Drive, Hawley, PA 18428
  • 2 PM – 5 PM ~ Lakeside Live Music with Jae Thomas Trio ~ Silver Birches Resort ~ 205 PA 507, Tafton – TJ’s Lakeside Bar and Grill Open Too!!
  • 2 PM – Dusk ~ Car Cruise ~ Church St., Hawley
  • 5 PM – 10 PM ~ Live on the Chop House Main Stage ~ Gresham’s Chop House ~ 2495 Route 6, Hawley – Rachael Dara, Sydney Irving, Seems Like Tuesday and TEN02
  • 6 PM – 9 PM ~ Lakeside Live Music with Wonderland ~ Silver Birches Resort ~ 205 PA 507, Tafton -TJ’s Lakeside Bar and Grill open too!
  • 7:30 PM ~ Free Movie “Lost and Found” ~ Bingham Park in downtown Hawley – Bring a blanket or chairs and get comfy!
Sunday, Aug 24, 2025
  • 9 AM – 5 PM ~ Wallenpaupack Boat Rentals ~ 2487 Route 6, Hawley ~ 570.226.3293 – www.wallenpaupackboatrentals.com — Enjoy Wally Lake Fest by renting your own Pontoon Boat, Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board!
  • 10 AM – 4 PM ~ Open Market Artisan Fair Around the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center ~ 2512 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 10 AM – 4 PM ~ Boat & Outdoor Show at Wallenpaupack High School ~ 2552 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 10 AM – 4 PM ~ Vendor Fair at Wallenpaupack High School ~ 2552 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 10 AM – 5 PM ~ Shop an open-air Market an indoor shopping experience at the Hawley Silk Mill ~ 2512 US-6, Hawley, PA
  • 11 AM Gates Open ~ GDS Fair ~ 979 Main St., Newfoundland ~ $10 Admission ~ gdsfair.org
  • 11 AM – 5 PM ~ Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours ~ 2487 Route 6, Hawley ~570.226.3293 – $20/Adults, $18/Seniors, $15/Children – www.wallenpaupackboattour.com — Enjoy a breath-taking 50-minute cruise on beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack as your tour guide describes the area and the history behind this charming lake region. Tours depart on the hour.
  • 11AM – 5PM ~ The Wake Zone Indoor Golf & Taproom ~ $8 Beers, $40 Sim Rentals, $15 Mixed 4-Packs To-Go, Freeze pops for kids, Indoor Lawn games, Mr Yocks BBQ, 11AM-1PM Half-Price Simulator Rentals, $1.00 off full pours all day- 274 PA-507, Tafton, PA 18464
  • 12 PM – 3 PM ~ Live Music at the Beach With ~ dj Gozzi of Live Sounds Entertainment ~ Palmyra Twp. Public Beach ~2512 Route 6, Hawley
  • 12 PM – 3 PM ~ Live jams with 2 Chicks, 1 Guitar~ Wallenpaupack Brewing Company ~ 32 Oz Crowler fills, 2 for $22 OR 3 for $25 ~ Smash & Sip Night. Build your own smash burger + your choice of pint. $18.00 ~ 73 Welwood Ave., Hawley 
  • 2 PM – 5 PM ~ Live Music with Adam McKinley ~ Jam Room Brewing Company~ 101 Creamery Rd., Greentown ~ 570-676-6070
  • 5 PM -9 PM ~ Blues, Brews & BBQ with Dan Brother Band~ Ledges ~ 19 Falls Ave., Hawley ~ Savor an a la carte menu with BBQ specials and a featured craft brew from Runaway Train Brewery, plus live blues music. $5 Cover Charge