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About the SML Pavilion

Come enjoy happenings under the tent!

The SML Pavilion event center at Downtown Moneta is community gathering place for family, friends and visitors!

Our 40×100 tent offers seating and protection from rain and sun. The venue features professional sound and lighting and seating for 400. There is plenty of green space for outdoor enjoyment.

The Pavilion is a non-profit, established to create a new place for the SML community to gather and support local organizations.

Seasonal & Weather-Proof Event Center

Each event will benefit a local non-profit. Volunteers will be on hand to make sure every event is a fun, family-friendly community gathering.

Food and beverages will be available at the pavilion. We are excited to partner with Mayberry Diner, another new addition to Downtown Moneta!

We will also have beer, wine, soda and other beverages available for purchase at our concession area.

Our Community Partners

Every event hosted at the SML Pavilion will benefit a community non-profit organization. Selected organizations receive a portion of the ticket and concession sales from each event.

Events are staffed by non-profit volunteers who make every event an enjoyable gathering. Sign up for our email list if you are interested in helping to run an upcoming event.

 

LAKE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES

Lake Christian Ministries is a non-profit outreach ministry supported by individuals, churches, civic organizations, and businesses. Since 1992, LCM has provided food, clothing, household items, crisis financial aid, and job assistance, community referral and mentor support to our neighbors in need in Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania counties.

Lake Christian Ministries

SML GOOD NEIGHBORS

Developing good neighbors skills and values in children through programs that nourish, educate and support them while providing life-changing experiences for college students through leadership development internships.

CATS

Children’s Assistive Technology Service (CATS) provides for the re-use of pediatric rehabilitation equipment and assistive technology devices in Virginia.  CATS serves as a no-cost resource for children with disabilities who need adaptive equipment and whose families have limited resources.

C.A.T.S.

MONETA FIRE DEPARTMENT

Moneta’s all volunteer organization that has been dedicated to serving and protecting our community for over 50 years.

BEDFORD HUMANE SOCIETY

The Bedford Humane Society, Inc. works to eliminate pet overpopulation and suffering in the town and county of Bedford through education, spay/neuter programs, and pet adoptions as well as the prevention of animal cruelty and neglect through advocacy and humane education.

Bedford Humane Society

SML PAVILION

The SML Pavilion is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that presents family-friendly events for the Smith Mountain Lake community.

SML Pavilion

Frequently Asked Questions

We are at the corner of Route 122 and White House Road in Downtown Moneta. Our address is 1123 Celebration Avenue, Moneta Virginia 24121.

From the Lynchburg area take 29 BUS S to 460 W to VA-122 S. Follow VA-122 S to Celebration Ave in Moneta.

From the Roanoke area take E Washington Ave and VA-24 E to State Rte 801 in Bedford County to VA-122 S. Follow VA-122 S to Celebration Ave in Moneta.

We are a seasonal venue that operates Spring through Fall annually. Visit the Events page for dates and times.

The best way to find out about events is to sign up for our email list.

SML Pavilion events benefit local non-profits. The receiving organization will generally be expected to provide volunteers to work at the event. To learn more, contact us.

We offer tables and seating for 250 people under the tent. We have room for 500 people under the tent, plus plenty of green space for people to enjoy. Guests are welcome to bring chairs and blankets!

Yes! To learn more, contact us.

Food will be available at each event. We are excited to partner with Mayberry Diner, another new addition to Downtown Moneta!

Mayberry Diner will have a special menu for Pavilion events. Orders can be made online and will be delivered to a kiosk adjacent to the Pavilion. No waiting on line!

We will also have beer, wine, soda and other beverages available for purchase at our concession area.

We are always looking for local talent for Pavilion events. Please complete the Talent Interest Form and we will be in touch.

We have openings for vendors at various events. All vendors must be pre-approved and pay a vendor application fee. Visit the Vendor Application Form Page for details and the vendor application form.

Dogs and other pets are not permitted at SML Pavilion events, unless the event is specified as pet friendly.

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1123 Celebration Ave.
Moneta, VA 24121
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