Fourth of July Celebration Week

Teen Tomahawk Throwing
2pm

Join a member of our Recreation Staff for this fun and challenging survival skill. This hands-on introduction to tomahawk throwing focuses on safety and basic throwing skills. Limited to 25 participants.

For ages 13-17. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed. Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse.

Tomahawk Throwing
3:30pm

Join a member of our Recreation Staff for this fun and challenging survival skill. This hands-on introduction to tomahawk throwing focuses on safety and basic throwing skills. Limited to 25 participants.

For ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Live Music with the Big Blue Big Band
8:30pm

The Big Blue Big Band has been exciting crowds for the past two decades with music that gets you on your feet! Don’t miss your chance to witness the amazing musicianship, chemistry and finesse of this professional 17-piece band. Directed by saxophonist Jason Clinton, they will perform popular dance music from the 40’s to the present. Bring your dancing shoes or sit back and enjoy this memorable experience for all ages!

Teen Program: Egg Engineering
8:30pm

Test your ‘engineering’ skills as you and your team will construct a module that will hold an egg that will be dropped from a designated height. Will your egg break? Will it have a safe landing?

Please Note: Registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse.

Glow Putting and Glow Game Night
9pm

Get ready for some night time family fun on our 18-hole historic putting green. Each hole, ball, and putter will be glowing as you putt your way through the course. Some of your favorite lawn games will also be lit up for the occasion, including Corn Hole and Kan-Jam!

Teen Rock Scramble Arching Rocks
2pm

Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse. Ages 13-17.

Pastels in the Garden
2:30pm

Our resident art instructor will take you out for a relaxing afternoon chalk pastel drawing session in the garden! Rain back-up will be still life painting indoors.

Limited to 15 participants. Ages 13 and up. Sign-up required at the Main Bulletin Board after 9am.

Archery
3:30pm

Join member of our Recreation Staff out on the range for hands-on introduction to archery focusing on safety and basic target skills.

*Ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Teen LED Disc Golf
8:30pm

Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse.

Tom Chapin & Friends
8:30pm

In a career that spans five decades, 23 albums, and three Grammy Awards; multi-talented singer/songwriter/guitarist Tom Chapin has covered an incredible amount of creative ground. Chapin joins fellow musicians Michael Mark and Jon Cobert to deliver a performance with infectious songs, sterling musicianship and personal warmth!

Campfire and S’mores
9pm

Join Richard and John Steffens for a night of fun songs around the lakeside campfire. Great family fun with s’more of our favorite gooey treats!

Teen Tie Dye
2pm

Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse. Ages 13-17.

Introduction to Fishing
2:30pm

Join a member of our Recreation team to learn the basics of fishing with a rod and a reel. This session will be geared towards a fishing first timer. Come learn this classic lakeside activity and test your new skills on Lake Mohonk.

Tomahawk Throwing
3:30pm

Join a member of our Recreation Staff for this fun and challenging survival skill. This hands-on introduction to tomahawk throwing focuses on safety and basic throwing skills. Limited to 25 participants.

*Ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Magician Tom Pesce
8:30pm

Tom Pesce brings magic to the next level of awesome! His unique brand of fast-paced, high-octane magic, is a visual performance that will leave you talking about him for years to come. Come see for yourself!

Teen Program: Duct Tape Wallets and Open Teen Lounge
8:30pm

Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse.

Night Hike: Coming to Our Senses
8:45pm – 10pm

Join Naturalist Michael Ridolfo for this evening hike. Please, no flashlights or electronic devices.

Teen Rock Scramble Arching Rocks
2pm

Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse. Ages 13-17.

Family Cardboard Regatta!
2:30pm – 3:30pm

Ahoy! Calling all men, women, and little guppies – your captain you needs you! Build a ship out of cardboard for the fleet and race it on the lake. Ages 4 and up.

Archery
3:30pm

Join member of our Recreation Staff out on the range for hands-on introduction to archery focusing on safety and basic target skills.

*Ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Teen Paddleboards and Kayaks
7:30pm

Ages 13-17. Registration and waiver forms are required.

Bingo!
8:30pm – 9:30pm

Join us for some outdoor bingo in our the courtyard of our historic Barn Museum. Prizes, music, and some good ol’ fashion fun.

Live Music: Soul City
9pm

Come and dance to the sounds of Soul City as they play Motown, R&B, Soul and Disco from the 1960’s to the 80’s! Enjoy hits by the Jackson Five, The Supremes, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and many more. All ages will have fun listening, dancing and singing along!

Brisk Morning Hike
10am

Brisk hike along Cope’s Path, Humpty Dumpty Road, Long Woodland Drive, and Lake Shore Road. 3 miles. Sneakers or hiking boots required. Ages 7 and up.

Teen Tomahawk Throwing
2pm

Join a member of our Recreation Staff for this fun and challenging survival skill. This hands-on introduction to tomahawk throwing focuses on safety and basic throwing skills. Limited to 25 participants.

*For ages 13-17. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed. Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse.

Tomahawk Throwing
3:30pm

Join a member of our Recreation Staff for this fun and challenging survival skill. This hands-on introduction to tomahawk throwing focuses on safety and basic throwing skills. Limited to 25 participants.

*Ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Teen Night Hike along Eagle Cliff Road
8:30pm

Please note a registration and waiver forms must be filled out by a parent or guardian in advance. Forms can be picked up at Kids’ Club or the Information Summerhouse. Ages 13-17.

Comedic Juggler Stephen Caruso
8:30pm

Comedic juggler Stephen Caruso returns to our mountaintop! His dynamic performance style blends sharp humor, adrenaline filled tricks, and knife throwing that will thrill audiences of all ages.

Campfire and S’mores
9pm

Join Linda Richards for a night of fun songs around the lakeside campfire. Great family fun with s’more of our favorite gooey treats!

Open House at the Fire House
9am – 11am

Stop by the Mohonk Fire House for fun and festivities including fire extinguisher training, fire sprinkler demonstration, thermal imager demonstration, and more! Goodie bags and door prizes for kids, too!

Touch a Truck
11am – 1pm

Bring the family for an opportunity to explore an excavator, skid steer, fire truck, and many more vehicles!

Kids’ Club
9:30am – 12:30pm

Drop your little one off for a morning of patriotic kid fun! Relay races, gaga ball, red, white, and blue crafts, and a whole morning of memory making fun.

Ages 2-12 years old. Please note there is no afternoon or evening Kids’ Club or Teen sessions taking place today.

Parade Formation Location
2pm

If you want to march in the parade, please join us as we form the parade order. Come dressed up in costume or your favorite red, white, and blue attire! We step off promptly at 2:15pm.

Fourth of July Parade
2:15pm

Gather around the Putting Green to watch our annual Fourth of July Parade! Clap your hands to the sweet sounds of “The Hudson Seven” Dixieland Marching Band as you cheer for our parade line, including employees in costume, participants in our Mohonk Kids Club decked out in red, white, and blue, the Mohonk Fire Truck, and our 1929 Model A Ford Station Wagon! If you want to march in the parade, please join us as we form the parade order just outside Valet at 2pm. We step off promptly at 2:15pm.

Fourth of July Carnival
2:30pm – 4pm

Directly following the Parade, follow our Dixieland Band and head up to the Pavilion for more fun! Games, popcorn, bounce castle, dunk tank, and lots of prizes.

Fourth of July Water Show
4:30pm

Join us for this annual Mohonk tradition of family friendly water competitions such as porch jumping and log rolling! Ages 7 and up can participate in their age category with parental permission.

Registration is required to participate in the Water Show.
Parents must sign up their children between 9:30am – 3:30pm at the Information Summerhouse located across from the Boat Dock. Guests will receive a wristband after they have registered which must be worn to participate.

Boat Dock Concert: Hudson Seven Dixieland Band
8pm – 8:45pm

Take in the beauty of Lake Mohonk and begin the evening festivities with the Dixieland Band, a Hudson Valley based group directed by saxophonist Jason Clinton. Their acoustic and brass melodies will be an incredible kick-off to the Illumination Ceremony.

Illumination Ceremony
9pm

As dusk settles, a peaceful reflection of brilliant color glows from rocky ledges to cliff-bound lake. A live musical performance paired with a spectacular fireworks display by Legion Fireworks, this is a unique way to celebrate July 4th. Readings by Tom Smiley and Eric Gullickson.

Square Dance with Eric Hollman Band
9:45pm – 11pm

Join us after the show for a great night of traditional and family-friendly American contra, square and circle dances to a live fiddle band! No experience necessary—fun for all ages!

Tomahawk Throwing

Join Naturalist Michael Ridolfo for this fun and challenging survival skill. This hands-on introduction to tomahawk throwing focuses on safety and basic throwing skills. Limited to 25 participants.

Ages 13 and up. Closed-toe shoes required. All participants must go through a 15 minute safety protocol at the beginning of the session. This cannot be repeated if missed.

Campfire and S’mores
9pm

Join Michael and John Steffens for a night of fun songs around the lakeside campfire. Great family fun with s’more of our favorite gooey treats!