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 Patrick‘s 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.
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
Lake Race
Always the 1st Weekend in June – Lake Race Invitational Power Boat Racing presented by Performance Boat Center. New host location at Camden on the Lake.
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 http://www.lakebikefest.com for more information.
Location: Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill, 82 Aloha Ln., Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
Fanatec GT World Challenge America powered by AWS
Feel the roar of supercars as Fanatec GT World Challenge America powered by AWS celebrates the first-ever professional motorsports race at the new Ozark International Raceway. The three-day festival of speed features the top GT machinery from brands like Acura, Aston Martin, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, and more. Featuring an open paddock to get up close to the racecars, drivers, and teams, the jam-packed sports car weekend offers an unforgettable experience. The race weekend also features SRO America’s various championships including Pirelli GT4 America and TC America powered by Skip Barber. With special guests Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America, the weekend will be a sports cars dream.
Location: Ozarks International Raceway, 29211 Hwy 135, Gravois Mills, MO 65037
Phone: 816-380-1817
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 fo 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
Hillbilly Fair
Usually in September, a true Lake Ozark tradition with activities and attractions for young and old. Bands, crafts, food, carnival rides and games for all. There are great food and vendors, so make sure to check them out.
Location: Laurie Fair Grounds
Phone: 573-374-8776
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 . This event is 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.
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