Press Release: Georgia's Lanier Islands Set to Sparkle Fourth of July Weekend

BUFORD, Ga. – June 24, 2015 – If there’s one thing Georgia’s Lanier Islands knows how to do, it’s throw a party. With Independence Day just around the corner, the award-winning lakeside resort is gearing up for a four-day celebration that includes an amped up version of fun-in-the-sun at its LanierWorld beach, boardwalk and waterpark entertainment zone, as well as live concerts, patriotic food and drink specials, and – of course – fireworks.

“We invite our fans of all ages to come celebrate this great nation’s birthday with us,” said Bucky Perry, Lanier Islands’ Director of Operations. “For those who have never experienced the Islands and LanierWorld before, it’s the perfect weekend to come and see what we’re all about. Guests can ride the water slides, dip their toes in the lake, build a sandcastle while soaking up some sun on our pristine beach and catch a pick-up game of volleyball at Sunset Cove. We have several restaurants inside the park that offer great food and incredible views of the lake. We’ll have live entertainment on our outdoor stages all weekend long, as well as regular appearances from our mascot – Bucky the Beaver. Everyone will want to put a ride down our new slide – CAT4 – on their to do list, as well as a trip across our newly expanded Wibit aquatic obstacle course. Not to mention, we’ll be setting off fireworks over the water three out of the four nights. It will be a jam-packed weekend, so – whether they arrive by car, golf cart or boat – we suggest everyone plans to arrive early and stay late.”

Independence Day Weekend Schedule of Events at Lanier Islands:

• Thursday, July 2: LanierWorld open 10AM-9PM. Live entertainment on the Sunset Cove stage featuring John Amoroso from 4-7PM and Riley Biederer from 7-11PM
• Friday, July 3: LanierWorld open 10AM-10PM. Live entertainment on the Sunset Cove stage featuring Craig Gleason from 3-7PM, and local favorites – Samantha Stroh and Southern Machine – take the stage from 7 -11PM. Fireworks extravaganza begins after dark (weather permitting)
• Saturday, July 4: LanierWorld open 10AM-10PM. Guests can dance in the sand as KICKS 101.5 rocks the Big Beach stage. Former X Factor finalist and country music singer Skyelor Anderson performs at 4PM and native cover band Tiki Bros. will rock out some Buffett, Marley, Clapton and more beginning at 6:30PM. Fireworks extravaganza begins after dark (weather permitting)
• Sunday, July 5: LanierWorld open 10AM-9PM. Live entertainment on the Sunset Cove stage featuring Johnny Summers from 2-6PM. Fireworks extravaganza begins after dark (weather permitting)

Last year’s four-day Independence Day Weekend Celebration saw more than 23,500 guests through LanierWorld’s gates. Those numbers are expected to be even higher this year. Although accommodations at the resort are already nearly booked to capacity, Lanier Islands is offering a number of “Family Fun” packages that include deluxe accommodations at Legacy Lodge, LanierWorld passes for four and buffet breakfast for four for as little as $349/night. For the very best value, families may want to consider playing all day and sleeping all night on Sunday, July 5. Guests who wish to book a stay for Independence Day Weekend at Lanier Islands are encouraged to visit www.LanierIslands.com or call 770-945-8787. Daily admission and season passes to LanierWorld can also be purchased online.

About Lanier Islands: Nestled on the southern-most shoreline of Lake Sidney Lanier at the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains lies the truly distinctive Lanier Islands. Situated less than 45 miles from downtown Atlanta on 1,500 pristine acres of forests, meadows and beaches, this luxury resort is quickly growing in size, scope and reputation as one of the Southeast’s leading lakeside retreats. As the resort’s crown jewel, Lake Lanier is one of the United States’ most popular man-made lakes, encompassing 38,000 surface acres and 690 miles of shoreline in Northeast Georgia. Legacy Lodge and Legacy Villas enhance the resort’s broad assortment of accommodation choices and meeting sites – making it the ideal choice for corporate meetings and company retreats. Popular excursions like fun in the sun at the boardwalk-themed LanierWorld, zip lining through the trees with Lake Lanier Canopy Tours, horseback riding on a lakeside trail from the Equestrian Center, and renting a boat and ski equipment from Harbor Landing make the resort a terrific choice for families vacationing or “staycationing” in the South. Tranquility – the Spa and the picturesque 18-hole Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course are major draws for visitors looking to relax or play, and with more than 20 wedding venues to choose from, the Resort is rapidly gaining favor with brides- and grooms-to-be as a highly sought-after Destination Wedding site.

Lanier Islands is steadily securing a solid standing for their unique vision of the future of this luxury retreat, their unswerving dedication to the comfort and enjoyment of their guests, and their signature brand of Southern Hospitality. In 2014, the resort became a member of the highly esteemed Southern Living Hotel Collection. Lanier Islands was also awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence in 2014 and 2015. To learn more about the resort, schedule a tee time, learn package details or make reservations, call (770) 945-8787 or visit Lanier Islands’ website at www.lanierislands.com.