Lake of the Ozarks is home to many annual events that attract people from all over the Midwest. From boat shows to races and activities for the entire family, the Lake is a fun-filled place all season long. Now is the time to mark your calendars so you don't miss out on any of the great events going on in 2015!
Mission Bay brings you this list of all the must see events at the Lake this season!
65th Annual Dogwood Festival: April 16-18
The 65th Annual Dogwood Festival will be fun for the entire family, featuring crafts, pageants, food, entertainment, parade, golf tournament, fish fry and carnival. Visit the Camdenton Chamber website for more information:
www.camdentonchamber.com/dogwood-festival.asp.
Spring In-Water Boat Show at Dog Days: April 17-19
Come see a variety of boats including new cruisers, performance, runabouts and personal watercraft at the April In-Water Boat Show at Dog Days! Friday 1p-7p, Sat 10-7 and Sun 10-4. For more information visit:
www.lomdaboats.com.
18th Annual Spring Harbor Hop: May 2
One of the Lake of the Ozarks largest events of the year! Kick off the boating season by participating in the 18th Annual Spring Harbor Hop. Dozens of the Lakes best Restaurants and Marinas will be set up as checkpoints for participants to draw a card and try and win the best and worst hands. Prizes are awarded to winners, and anyone can play! Click here for more info:
www.funlake.com/harborhop.
37th Annual HK's Hospital Benefit Golf: June 5-7
The Annual HK’s Hospital Benefit Golf Tournament — traditionally held the first weekend in June — has earned in excess of $2.6 million for Lake Regional medical departments and the purchase of new medical equipment. All proceeds from the 37th Annual HK’s Hospital Benefit Tournament will benefit Lake Regional Laboratory. The tournament will feature several closest-to-the-hole and hole-in-one prizes, as well as two putting contests. Flights are scheduled in the morning and afternoon. For more info, please visit:
www.HKsGolf.com.
22nd Annual Testicle Festival: June 6
The 22nd Annual Testicle Festival is a huge day long cook-off of deep fried turkey testicles, booths, dancing and carnivals. Located in the heart of Olean Missouri, this festival draws thousands of locals and visitors.
Lake Race 2015: June 6-7
Watch Power boats from all over compete for their share of the money. Viewing will be available on the Dam as well as many sponsoring establishments. Boats will run from the 0 mile marker to the 6 mile marker. You can watch the races live at www.krmsradio.com/lakeracestream. Event Location: Beaver's at the Dam. Visit
www.lakerace.com for more info!
Canine Cannonball at Dog Days: June 12-14
How far can your dog jump? The annual Dock Dogs jumping contest is held at Dog Days again this year. Canine athletes compete in Big Air, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve at this family friendly event. For information on entering your dog contact Dog Days at 573-348-9797. Free admission. Visit
www.dockdogs.com for more information.
Aquapalooza: July 18
The Lake's Largest FAMILY Boating event will be held July 19th. The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers invites ALL BOATERS to join them for a great day on the water. Live music and activities will keep you having fun all day long. On the Water Party at Dog Days Restaurant at the 19mm, just west of the Grand Glaize Bridge.
Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop Golf Tournament: July 31
Ozark Coast Kiwanis will host the 1st annual Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop Golf Tournament! Entry includes 10 duck drop tickets per player for the Duck Drop on August 3rd at noon, breakfast at the Cove prior to tournament, admission to awards party at Lazy Gators following the tournament, appetizers, and tournament goody bag. This is a 4-person scramble at $125 per player. Register online at
www.GreatDamDuckDrop.com.
The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop: August 1
Experience thousands of Rubber Ducks falling from the sky as the Largest Duck Race in the Lake's history takes place on the Osage River below Bagnell Dam. 8am is a 5K Family Fun Run/Walk, 10am the Family Fun Zone Opens with clowns, bounce houses, duck ponds, duck painting, puppet shows, vendors,food and live entertainment. The official DUCK DROP will be at 12 noon.
Lake of the Ozarks Shootout: August 22-30
The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout being held at Captain Ron's Bar & Grill will bring the top racers and off shore racing power boats topping 200 MPH. The largest unsanctioned boat race in the midwest with over 100 racers and 100,000 spectators. Proceeds will benefit the Lake Area Rescue Teams, and other charitable organizations!
15th Annual Fall Festival: September 12
Osage Beach City Park The 14th Annual Osage Beach Fall Festival will include free activites for kids, such as a petting zoo, four large inflatables/bounce houses, a Bow Wow contest, fishing and pellet shooting, and displays. There will also be great food, art and crafts boots, live entertainment and an evening concert at the park.
9th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest: September 17-20
Visit beautiful Lake of the Ozarks this September for the ultimate BikeFest Event, including spectacular scenic rides, more than 200 biker friendly bars and restaurants, great parties, vendors, and rockin' concerts at night! Visit Lake of the Ozarks for a chance to win a custom Harley Davidson motorcycle!
Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Fall Boat Show: September 25-27
Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association Fall In-water Boat Show and Clearance Sale. This event is being hosted by Captain Ron's.There will be over 100 boats including new cruisers, performance boats, runabouts, personal watercraft and a good selection of quality pre-owned boats.
30th Annual Turkey Festival: September 26
30th Annual Turkey Festival in Eldon. Parade, Music, food, car show, demolition derby, figure eight derby, and much much more. Vendor Booths, Parade, Turkey Trot & Gobble, Wobble 5K, Lil Mr & Miss Gobbler and Lil Mr & MIss Turkey available at chamber office. Dont forget your canned food item for the food drive to benefit the Eldon Food Pantry and deliver to the Parade Registration Desk. For more info, please visit:
www.eldonchamber.com.
Versailles Old Tyme Apple Festival: October 3
The Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 35th Annual Olde Tyme Apple Festival. This award-winning festival is enjoyed by thousands of festival-goers from all over the state and beyond. This year’s theme is Jumpin’ and Jivin’ to the 1940′s. Visit
www.versailleschamber.com/applefestival/ for more info.
30th Annual Fall Harbor Hop: October 10
Anyone can enter for a fun day on Lake of the Ozarks! Visit over 40 of our participating locations on the water to play your poker hand. To obtain a hand, sign up and pay an optional $15 donation. To qualify the hand must be turned in by 7pm at your last checkpoint. Winners will be notified by certified mail.
While you're in town for any of these great events, be sure to stop by our
new residential development at the Lake of the Ozarks! Mission Bay offers Lake living at its finest with gorgeous lake view and
lakefront homes at the Lake of the Ozarks. The development boasts an exquisite clubhouse with heated indoor pool and outdoor pool and hot tub for entertaining family and friends. Nearby is the new Woods Supermarket, lake front restaurants and just 6 minutes from Camdenton via the improved Highway 5.
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