Thank You, Locals + Announcing Pop Up Pride, MOODS, & Derby Day!
Thank You, Locals đ
Locals Only was a hitâbecause of YOU.
Despite the drizzle, this past weekendâs Locals Only event brought the sunshine in the form of community, creativity, and connection. We couldnât be more grateful for every one of you who showed up, helped out, danced in the rain, and made it magic.
đ Shoutouts Galore:
To Moo, Kaden, and Niall for keeping the General Store running smooth.
To Tank, Joey, and Liv for managing the ticket booth like champs.
To Bailey for dreaming up Duck Hunt and designing our first official custom duck!
To Eric, our vendor-wrangling wizard, and to the vendors themselves for showing up ready to rock.
To the kitchen crewâReena, Kris, Jeff, and Rachelleâfor keeping the crowd full and happy.
To Krystal & Bryan, our ride-or-dies, and to our new security team Sentinel for keeping everything safe and smooth.
To our performersâDamdog Duo, Sterling Junction, Natural Medicine, and Josh Russellâfor bringing the tunes.
To Miss Casey for hosting Puff & Paint, Sadie May for live painting under the pavilion, and Angie for crafting that gorgeous raffle basket.
And to every single hand that helped make this event what it was: we see you, and we thank you.
Upcoming Events at The G Lodge + Gauger Estate
đ MOODS: Introspective Storytelling Through Photos and Poetry
Saturday, April 26 ⢠7â9 PM @ The Gauger House
Join us for the opening night of Alicia Lassiterâs first solo art show, a deeply moving exploration of grief, healing, and hope through photography and poetry.
Suggested donation: $10 at the door
⨠Complimentary hors dâoeuvres and beverages provided
đŠ Derby Day Fundraiser
Saturday, May 3 ⢠11 AMâ11 PM @ The G Lodge
Live music from The Movers, Diner Dog, and Modafferi + a massive rummage sale, costume contests, raffles, potluck, and lawn games!
Funds raised will help us repair the bridge, rebuild the pond dock, fix the road, and build a new playground for the next generation of G Lodge kids.
đ Come dressed to impress and party with a purpose.
đ˝đ¤ đŽ Family Hoedown 8: Cowboys & Aliens (with a side of Taco)
June 6â8 @ The G Lodge
Our annual summer kickoff returns with camping, music, food, weirdness, and family-focused fun. Come in costume, come with friends, and come ready for tacos.
đ Grab Your Tickets Now
đłď¸âđ Pop Up Pride: Fly Your Own Flag
Friday, June 14 (Flag Day!) @ The G Lodge
In partnership with Queer Culture Coaching and Free Art Collective, we're celebrating the queer communities of CNY with a full day of performance, art, and connection.
We're currently accepting applications from queer performers, vendors, educators, and sponsors.
đ Get Involved Here
đ Now Booking Weddings Into 2026
Looking for a wedding venue that blends natural beauty, rustic charm, and personalized care?
We're now booking into 2026 for weddings and private events. Come tour The G Lodge, A-Frame cabins, and The Gauger House B&B and see what we can build together.
âď¸ Contact us to schedule a tour gaugergabriella@gmail.com
