Fourth of July

July 2 - 6 Schedule

R = Reservations recommended $ = Available for an additional fee

Afternoon Anniversary Celebration
Daily | 2:50 PM - 4 PM
Join us each afternoon at 2:50 pm as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday and our resort’s 260th! We’ll all sing Happy Birthday and a special guest will blow out the candle before a special cake is served.

Open to resort guests, no reservation required.

Historic Tour
Daily | 10 AM - 11 AM
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been around for more than two centuries. We opened our doors 10 years before the Declaration of Independence was signed and have seen many presidents, royalty and families come through our doors. We're pretty proud of our history and love to share it with our visitors. So when you stay, be sure to sign up for the history tour.

Open to the public.

Warm Springs Pools R | $
Daily | 10 AM – 6 PM
More information in the resort guide
Come enjoy a soak in our historic bathhouses. The warm springs will relax and rejuvenate you and impart a host of health benefits that can only be found in our mineral rich warm springs.

S’mores Express R | $
Daily | 3 PM-4 PM
Daily | 4 PM-5 PM
Board our tractor-driven wagon for a trip through our wooded trails to the Equestrian Center for s’mores. Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. $35 per adult, $25 children 15 & under. Private S’mores Express rides are also available.

Open to the public, reservation required. Call our Experience Planner at  540-839-3860  to reserve.

Serenity Garden R | $
Daily
Experience an exclusive oasis featuring our renowned mineral springs, infinity pool, hot tub, river reflexology walk and private poolside cabanas.

Open to the public, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at  540-839-3860  to reserve.

Movie Night
Daily | 6:30 PM & 8:30 PM
Theater 1923 Join us for movie nights! The 6:30 PM showing is perfect for kids, followed by an adult movie at 8:30 PM. Relax in our cozy, 1920s theater with comfortable seating, complimentary popcorn, and a full bar available for both showings. Don’t miss the fun!

Open to resort guests, no reservation required.

Dive In Movie
July 5 | 9 PM - 11 PM
Allegheny Springs
Jump right in and enjoy a film at the pool!

Open to resort guests only.

Family Fun

Tie Dye T-Shirts/Onesies R | $
July 3 & 4 | 3 PM - 4 PM
Casino Lawn
Tie-dye your own keepsake T-shirt or onesie. $25 per shirt

Open to resort guests only, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at 540-839-3860 to reserve.

Patriotic Games & Giggles
July 3 & 5 | 10 AM - 11 AM
Crystal
What better way to celebrate than with fun minute to win it type games that the kids are sure to love!

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

The Case Of The Broken Cookie Jar
July 4 | 10 AM - 11 AM
Crystal
Detective Lee Dean needs your help to solve the mystery of who broke the cookie jar!

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Candle Making R | $
July 4 | 10 AM - 11 AM, 1 PM - 2 PM
Mt. Vernon
Learn the basics of poured candles from artisan Heather DeBoe of The Sparrow’s Nest.

Recommended for ages 10 and up. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. $35 per person. Open to resort guests and members only, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at 540-839-3860 to reserve.

Family Festivities
July 4 | 11 AM – 2 PM
East Lawn
Join us for an afternoon of family fun and games. We’ll have lawn games with prizes, a petting zoo, caricatures, tattoos and more.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Fireworks
July 4 | 9:30 PM
Casino Lawn
Celebrate Fourth of July with a dazzling fireworks display! Set against the beautiful mountain backdrop, the evening promises fun, family-friendly festivities and a spectacular show to honor the holiday.

Open to the public.

Lazy River Duck Race
Daily | 3:30 PM
Will your rubber ducky be the big winner?

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Live Music

Music With Chad Nickell & The Loose Change
July 3 | 5 PM - 7 PM
Casino Lawn
Led by singer-songwriter Chad Nickell, they have been captivating audiences with their live performances of original music that beautifully meshes various genres, including heartfelt Americana/Folk, roots-infused honky-tonk bangers, and even hip-shaking psychedelic jams.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Music with Loyal Skeptics
July 3 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Casino Lawn
Loyal Skeptics is a high-energy power trio that delivers a bold, dance-driven blend of soul-forward funk, rock, pop, and classic hits that spans generations—from MC Hammer to Blink-182—with a groove-heavy, guitar-driven feel inspired by John Mayer. Featuring lead vocals and guitar, bass, and drums, the band moves effortlessly from nostalgic favorites to modern crowd-pleasers, combining tight musicianship with dynamic pacing tailored to every event.

Music With Tommy Wood & His Band
July 4 | 5 PM - 7:30 PM
Casino Lawn
Come out and enjoy classic and current country music by Tommy Wood! Tommy’s music is full of lyrical twists mixed with thoroughbred twang. He has performed hundreds of shows on the East Coast and Midwest sharing the stage with many national acts.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Concert On The Lawn: Big Ray & The Kool Kats
July 4 | 7:30 PM - 10 PM
Pergola
It will be a rollicking evening as the fireworks go off with this highly professional, musically diverse, and multi-talented live music experience. Their extensive musical knowledge allows them to play an array of genres and styles, ensuring that you will be on your feet long into the night.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Music With Lee Dean
July 4 – 6 | 5 PM – 6 PM
Great Hall
Whether he’s singing the classics of Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash or Dean Martin, Lee Dean brings an hour of nostalgic entertainment to the Great Hall in a show the whole family can enjoy.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Evening Music
Daily
Enjoy a soothing concert in the elegant surroundings of our Great Hall.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Culinary Experiences

Tea With Abigail Adams R | $
July 3 | 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
American Audubon Dining Room
Travel back in time to visit with America’s second First Lady when tes was the talk of Boston. Taken from her many historical letters, you will hear the thoughts of this witty and charming Colonial lady as she describes what it was like to be on the homefront of the Revolutionary War in Boston and how her faith in home and country gave her strength.

Open to resort guests and members only, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at 540-839-3860 to reserve.

Bourbon Tasting R | $
July 3 | 4 PM - 5 PM
Dominion
Treat your palate to a tasting of The Homestead’s exquisite bourbon collection. Each barrel was selected exclusively for our resort. As a special gift, each guest will receive a custom Glencairn glass.

Must be 21 or older to participate. $75 per person.

Prime Rib Dinner Buffet R | $
July 3 | 6 PM - 9 PM
American Audubon Dining Room
Join in the bounty of the season featuring: chef attended carving stations, chef attended pasta stations, Allegheny Mountain trout, southern sides and signature Homestead desserts. Your dining experience will be further elevated by numerous seasonal dishes.

$80 adults, $40 children 5-12 (tax and gratuity additional), children 4 and under free.

Trio Of VA250 Spirits Tasting R | $
July 4 | 2 PM - 3 PM
Dominion
Raise a glass to America’s 250th with this exclusive tasting of the Virginia 250 Spirits: Botanical Gin, Aged Rum and cask-strength Four Grain Whiskey. Virginia Distillery’s Amanda Beckwith, who served as the lead on the whiskey team, leads this tasting. These spirits are a rare collaboration of some of the commonwealth’s most respected distilleries, reflecting the landscapes and flavors of Virginia.

Must be 21 years old or older. $75 per person. Open to resort guests and members only, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at 540-839-3860 to reserve.

4th Of July Cookout R | $
July 4 | 5 PM - 8 PM
Casino Lawn
Celebrate July 4th at our picnic buffet. Our chefs will prepare all your summer favorites from burgers, shrimp and barbecue to fresh watermelon and delicious desserts.

Adults $99 | Children 5-12 $49 | Children 4 and under free.

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Formal Afternoon Tea R | $
Fridays & Saturdays | 3 PM - 4 PM
American Audubon Dining Room
Delight in a classic afternoon tea experience in the Dining Room. Guests will enjoy selection of savory tea sandwiches, scones and sweets while sipping on tea or sparkling wine listening to the pianist’s melodies on the grand piano.

$55 adults and $35 children. Open to the public. Call our Experience Planner at  540-839-3860  to reserve.

Sports & Games

Red, White & Blue Fun Run
July 4 | 8 AM – 9 AM
Front of the Hotel
Meet at the registration table outside in front of Martha’s Market for an early morning group run of approximately 3 miles. Prizes for fastest man, woman, and child under 12 years old.

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Fourth Of July Five Stand Shooting Tournament R | $
July 4 | 11 AM – 3 PM
Shooting Club
Celebrate our independence with a bang! Join us at the Shooting Club for a 25-shot competition on the 5-stand course. Ammo not included.

$25 per person. Open to resort guests and members only, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at 540-839-3860 to reserve.

Mini Golf Challenge
July 4 | 2 PM – 3 PM
Mini Golf
Challenge yourself or your family in a wide-open tournament at our Mini Cascades course. Everyone is welcome to participate!

Open to resort guests and members only, no reservation required.

Holiday Golf Clinic R | $
July 4 & 5 | 10 AM – 11 AM
Old Course
Take your game to the next level with our full swing golf clinic. This one-hour group clinic will focus on swing fundamentals and techniques.

$75 per person. Open to resort guests and members only, reservation required. Call our Activities Desk at 540-839-3860 to reserve.