Events

There is always something going on in the Lake of the Ozarks from summertime concerts on the water to the annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout! Find something exciting happening while you visit!

Eagle Days

For three months during the winter, Missouri’s eagle watching is magnificent. Ameren and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) offer people the chance to view America’s national bird through Eagle Days events. This event is usually held in January so bring your coats, hats, and gloves for one of the most popular winter events at the Lake of the Ozarks. Event venues are at Osage National Golf Club and Willmore Lodge, and the Bagnell Dam Access Conservation Area.

Location: Wilmore Lodge, 1 Willmore Lane, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Phone: 573-964-9008

Mardi Gras Pub Crawl

Usually the 2nd or 3rd weekend in February – Leave your keys and take the bus!!! Shuttle buses will run late into the night to get you to and from your location with no need to drive. We provide the sober chauffeur and all you must do is kick back, leave your keys in the drawer, jump on a bus and have fun. Hotel shuttles are provided to get your crawl started and route buses stop at every location on the CRAWL!!!

Location: Entire Lake Area

St Patricks Day Everywhere

Always the Saturday before March 17th, 2 parades, one on the water https://lakewestchamber.com/st-pats-water-parade/ and one by land http://www.lakestpatsparade.com The majority of the bars and restaurants offer Corn Beef and Cabbage and many party favors. St. Patrick’s Day is the unofficial kick-off to the boating season at Lake of the Ozarks.

Location: Lake Wide Event

Phone: 573-964-1008

Spring In Water Boat Show

Usually the 2nd weekend in April – by Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association come see a variety of boats including new cruisers, performance, and runabouts and personal watercraft. This event is held at Dog Days Bar & Grill at the 19 mile marker.

Location: Dog Days Bar and Grill, 1232 Jeffries Rd, Osage Beach, MO 65065

Phone: 573-480-2300 or 573-216-9417

Dogwood Festival

Usually the last weekend in April in downtown Camdenton. It’s fun for the entire family with crafts, a pageant, food, entertainment, a parade, fish fry, carnival rides and much more!

Location: Town Square of Camdenton

Phone: 573-346-2227

Toll Free: 800-769-1004

Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals Car Show

Always the 1st weekend in May – The Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals is a unique show for all makes, models, and years of show vehicles, trucks and motorcycles. They bring over 30 years of show experience to the historic Bagnell Dam Strip at the Lake of the Ozarks. The Bagnell Dam Strip is closed to normal traffic during show hours, so only show vehicles are permitted within the boundaries. This creates an absolutely electric atmosphere! Some say it`s like being on the set of “American Graffiti”.

Location: Historic Bagnell Dam Strip, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Phone: 573-964-9008

Toll Free: 800-451-4117

Spring Harbor Hop

The Lake of the Ozarks Harbor Hop is held twice a year. The Spring Harbor Hop is held the first Saturday in May, the Fall Harbor Hop is held the second Saturday in October. It’s the lake`s largest poker hop on the water! Visit over 40 of our participating locations on the water to collect your poker hand. Enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the check points. See website for more information.

Location: Entire Lake Area

Phone: 573-348-1500

Toll Free: 800-Fun-Lake

Hot Summer Nights

The Bagnell Dam Strip Hot Summer Nights is a classic vehicle cruise and family night on the Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark (rain or shine). Free admission and participation. All makes and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles will line the Strip and cruise around. This kid-friendly event offers games, activities, live entertainment and more.

Location: Historic Bagnell Dam Strip, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Shootout Offshore

Always the 1st Weekend in June – Shootout Offshore Boat Racing is presented by Performance Boat Center.

Location: Mile Marker 5 to 9 of the main Channel Lake of the Ozarks

Lake of the Ozarks BikeFest

Always the second weekend in September attracting over 10,000 motorcycles. Visit beautiful Lake of the Ozarks this September for the ultimate BikeFest event. Events include 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! Visit www.lakebikefest.com for more information.

Location: Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill, 82 Aloha Ln., Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Dog Days Canine Cannonball

A great Lake event! How far and high 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. Visit the website link above for more information, a full schedule and online registration. On-site registration also available. Free admission!!!

Location: Dog Days Bar and Grill, 1232 Jeffries Rd, Osage Beach, MO 65065

Phone: 573-348-9797

July 4th all Month at Lake of the Ozarks

The lake is in full swing and there is literally something going on every day of the month. All the waterfront bars and restaurants have live music, events, contests, concerts, karaoke and much more. Boating and watersports are non-stop and there is something for everyone. Not to mention the off-water activities of cave exploring, State Park trail hiking, having a lakeside picnic, water parks or finding your favorite place to just relax in the sun.

Location: Entire Lake Area

Phone: 573-693-1800

Aquapalooza

The Lake`s largest FAMILY boating event is held in July. 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.

Location: Dog Days Bar and Grill, 1232 Jeffries Rd, Osage Beach, MO 65065

Phone: 573-348-9797

Lake of the Ozarks Annual Shootout

The largest unsanctioned boat race in the US, the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is a must-see event! Raising funds for local lake area rescue teams and numerous other charitable organizations, come to have a great time for a great cause!

Location: Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill, 82 Aloha Ln., Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Fall in Water Boat Show

The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association Fall In-water boat show and clearance sale is usually the 3rd weekend in September and hosted by Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill. There will be over 100 boats including new cruisers, performance boats, runabouts, personal watercraft and a good selection of quality pre-owned boats.

Location: Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill, 82 Aloha Ln., Sunrise Beach, MO 65079

Phone: 573-480-2300

Versailles Annual Olde Tyme Apple Festival

Always the 1st weekend in October the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the annual Olde Tyme Apple Festival. This award-winning festival is enjoyed by thousands of festival-goers from all over the state and beyond. Activities include a parade, many vendors selling wares, lots of food booths, a car show (at Versailles City Park), fiddle contest, apple pie and much more!

Location: City of Versailles

Phone: 573-378-4401

Fall Harbor Hop

It’s usually the 2nd weekend in October and the last fiesta of the boating season. Anyone can enter for a fun day on Lake of the Ozarks! Visit over 40 of our participating locations on the water to collect your poker hand. Enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the check points. Check the website for a complete list of participating locations and scheduled times.

Location: Entire lake Area / Most Waterfront Bars

Phone: 573-348-1599

Christmas Lights – Lake of the Ozarks

The Lake of the Ozarks is home to four beautiful drive-thru holiday light parks. The holiday light parks will be open beginning mid-November and run through the holiday season. Each holiday light park has its own set of unique holiday light displays that the entire family will enjoy and while donations are gladly accepted, the holiday light parks are free to drive through. Here is a list of the Lake of the Ozarks area holiday light parks. For complete information on the light parks and the many other holiday and Christmas events in the Lake area

Location: 4 Locations throughout the Lake Area

Phone: 573-348-1599