Do I need to bring my own float?

No — you can bring your own float or rent tubes and other gear onsite; Float Ready Passes include a tube rental.

Can I bring outside food or drinks?

Outside food and beverages are not permitted; the on-site café serves meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the event.

Is there parking available?

Free on-site parking is available until the lot fills; overflow and a paid lot across the street are listed at check-in.

Are children allowed?

Yes — kids 12 and under have reduced admission; children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

What happens in bad weather?

Float-a-Palooza operates rain or shine but activities may be delayed or suspended for lightning or severe weather for safety.

Pets are welcome on land but must be leashed and cleaned up after; pets are not permitted in designated swim areas.

Float-a-Palooza at Saluda Lake: Greenville's Summer Lake Party

Lake It Easy Float-a-Palooza at Saluda Lake Landing (605 Motor Boat Club Rd., Greenville, South Carolina) is a summer lake party that turns a quiet cove into a playground for floats, boards, and family time. Running 12 PM–6 PM on July 25 and 26, the event invites locals and visitors to swim, paddle, and drift while DJ Robb with Unity Spin Entertainment supplies a steady soundtrack. Saluda Lake’s sheltered cove, dock system, and shallow swim area make it an ideal place for relaxed water play. The scene centers on people floating together, tubing through calm water, and launching kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, and paddle boats from the landing. A small café on site keeps the day fueled with sandwiches, ice cream, lemonade, and coffee, while a Press Bar churns out event merch for a keepsake. What makes Float-a-Palooza special is the way it layers low-key recreation and community energy: hundreds of floats clustered in a protected inlet, families splashing in a designated swim zone, and paddlers exploring quiet corners of the lake. The format is intentionally approachable — kids under twelve save on admission, rental gear is available all day, and staff check guests in at a clearly marked tent to keep the flow moving. Guests are encouraged to complete waivers ahead of time to shorten lines. Practical details matter. Free parking is available on site until the lot fills; overflow parking and a paid option across the street are noted at check-in. Outside food and glass containers aren’t allowed, and pets must be leashed. Saluda Lake Landing’s rules prioritize safety: children under sixteen need a guardian, and flotation use or rentals require basic comfort in the water. For visitors staying in Greenville, the landing is just about a 15-minute drive from downtown, making this an easy half-day getaway or full afternoon excursion. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brim hat, and a dry bag for phones. If you plan to rent a kayak or board, reserve in advance to guarantee availability. Float-a-Palooza is an event built for summer: casual, social, and water-first. It’s not a whitewater run or a race; it’s a place to disconnect from schedules, meet people, and leave the day with salt-rimmed lemonade and photos of a cove full of smiles. Whether you come to paddle, swim, or simply relax on a tube, Saluda Lake Landing offers a straightforward, well-run lake day that highlights why the Upstate loves an afternoon on the water. Plan to arrive early on busy days to secure a parking spot and claim a dockside seat. Lifeguards and event staff monitor the swim area, but bring extra flotation for small children and keep valuables in a locked car or dry bag. Stay hydrated all day.