Lilyfest 2025
At Landsford Canal State Park
Lilyfest is back to celebrate the peak bloom of the rare rocky shoals spider lilies! Landsford Canal State Park and the Katawba Valley Land Trust invite you to experience these breathtakingly beautiful flowers that only bloom for a very short, but predictable, window of time. Take a short walk (3/4 mile one way) down our historic Canal Trail or Nature Trail to the lily viewing platform where you will behold a true wonder of nature. Growing between the rocks of the riverbed in front of you is the largest population of spider lilies in the world, so dense that they cover the Catawba River in a blanket of white flowers!
Saturday, May 17
- Guided hikes led by the Katawba Valley Land Trust at 11 am (nature-focused) and 1 pm (history-focused)
- Live music from the Southern Songwriters Association on the front porch of the historic log house, 10 am to 3 pm
- Crafts, artwork, and souvenirs from 20+ local and regional vendors, 10 am to 3 pm
- Food trucks: Ramirez Munchies, King of Fire Pizza, Two Scoops Ice Cream, Kona Ice, and Brewed 4 You
DETAILS
Event Hours
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Meeting Place
Park Office
What to Bring
Lawn chair or blanket for entertainment area. Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots to walk 3/4 mile to the spider lily viewing area. If you are an experienced paddler, bring your own kayak or canoe to paddle through the lilies!
Free Admission With Park Passport Plus
Yes
Price
$10 for adults, $5 for seniors and children.