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All events are free unless noted.
We have some fun stuff in store to celebrate America 250! Starting with your chance to claim a FREE America 250 July 4th t-shirt form our July 4th pop-up online store (just pay shipping) available through June 16! After that, shirts will be available for purchase at the Welcome Center. You’ll also find hats, sweatshirts, and other patriotic gear in the pop-up shop, with bulk discounts available across products, making it easy to outfit the whole crew for the celebration.
This Week’s Highlights
Thursdays on Main
Thursday, June 4 | 6-9 PM | Downtown Clear Lake
Live music, classic cars, bounce houses, vendors, shopping, and downtown energy return as Thursdays on Main! This week: live music with The Better Halves & CLHS Robotics.
City-Wide Garage Sales
June 5-7 | Throughout Clear Lake | See map in the Clear Lake Mirror Reporter
Treasure hunters, this is your weekend. Explore sales throughout town and score great deals.
Free Fishing Weekend
June 5-7 | Clear Lake
Iowa residents can fish without a license during Iowa’s Free Fishing Weekend.
Eli Young Band
Friday, June 5 | Doors open at 8 PM | $37 | Surf Ballroom
Multi-platinum country rock band performing hits like “Crazy Girl” and “Even If It Breaks Your Heart.”
Jeff Giesman Take a Kid Fishing Tournament
Saturday, June 6 | 8 AM- 1 PM | Ventura Grade Shelter House
Iowa DNR presentation, followed by the fishing tournament, lunch & prizes for ages 16 & under.
Municipal Band Concert
Sunday, June 7 | 4 PM | Clear Lake City Park
Bring your lawn chair and relax in City Park as they strike up the band!
Ongoing & On View
All events are free unless noted
Exhibition: Pink Training Wheels by artist Jenna Lou
May 5-July 11 | Tue-Sat, 10AM-4PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Jenna Lou explores girlhood, Midwest nostalgia, and identity through painting and video, using family archives to examine femininity, memory, and the tension between personal choice and societal expectations.
Exhibition: Lush Layers by artist Jess Quinn
May 30-June 27 | Tue-Sat, 10AM-4PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Large-scale floral oil paintings that celebrate the depth, movement, and quiet strength found in nature. Each piece is built through many layers of blended oil paint, creating rich color, soft transitions, and a sense of immersion for the viewer.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
June 1st-3rd: 7:00 PM | $5 Adults, $4 Kids | Lake Theatre
A grin-inducing crowd-pleaser that puts Star Wars back on theatrical track. A solid popcorn movie that is the summer blockbuster you’re looking for.
The Sheep Detectives
June 4-5: 7:00 PM | June 6-7: 1 PM, 4 PM, & 7 PM $5 Adults, $4 Kids | Lake Theatre
A shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder.
Petals & Patterns: a Floral Installation
June 4-6: Katie Casey Designs | June 11-13: The Red Geranium | June 18-20: Central Gardens
10AM-4PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Jess Quinn’s large-scale floral paintings paired with fresh floral displays from Central Gardens, Katie Casey Designs, and The Red Geranium.
City-Wide Garage Sales
June 5-7 | Throughout Clear Lake | See map in the Clear Lake Mirror Reporter
Treasure hunters, this is your weekend. Explore sales throughout town and score great deals.
Free Fishing Weekend
June 5-7 | Clear Lake
Iowa residents can fish without a license during Iowa’s Free Fishing Weekend.
Wednesday, June 3
Summer Story Time
10:30-11:30 AM | Clear Lake Public Library
Stories, body movement activities, songs, and rhymes.
BINGO Night
6-8 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Hosted by the one and only Bingo Daddy with cool prizes and plenty of laughs.
WINGO Wednesday
6:30PM-8:30PM | Lake Pin & Play
BINGO or trivia night with 50¢ wings—grab a seat and join the fun.
Karaoke
8 PM-Midnight | Tap’d
Updated song book, fun stage effects and a high-energy crowd.
Thursday, June 4
Golf Croquet
10-11 AM Ladies | 4-5 PM Men | Central Gardens of North Iowa
Fun, connection, and a little friendly competition on the croquet lawn.
Hydro Heroes
10:30 AM-12 PM | Registration Required | Students entering grades 6-8 | Clear Lake Public Library
Learn hydroponic gardening, grow plants, and explore recipes in this hands-on summer program.
Jazz Night
6-9 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Live jazz, great food, and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere.
Thursdays on Main
6-9 PM | Downtown Clear Lake
Live music, classic cars, bounce houses, vendors, shopping, and downtown energy return as Thursdays on Main! This week: live music with The Better Halves & CLHS Robotics.
Taylor Smith
8 -11 PM | Tap’d
Guitar, fiddle & vocals featuring songs old and new across all genres.
Friday, June 5
Fresh on Friday
9-11 AM | Central Gardens of North Iowa
Hands-on nature activities, outdoor exploration, bouquets, and education with WaterRocks! for all ages.
Eli Young Band
Doors open at 8 PM | $37 | Surf Ballroom
Multi-platinum country rock band performing hits like “Crazy Girl” and “Even If It Breaks Your Heart.”
Karaoke Night
7-10 PM | Rumorz Bar & Grill
Updated song selections for a full night of great music.
Mighty Fittin’
9 PM-1 AM | TAP’d
Classic rock, classic country and some blues.
DJ Night
9 PM-1AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Saturday, June 6
Yoga by the Lake
7-8 AM | $2 | Downtown Seawall
Start your Saturday with lakeside yoga, sunrise views, and a relaxing all-levels outdoor class.
Clear Lake Farmers Market
9 AM-12 PM | Surf Ballroom Parking Lot
50+ vendors, food trucks, live music, kids activities, and fresh local finds every Saturday morning.
Jeff Giesman Take a Kid Fishing Tournament
8 AM- 1 PM | Ventura Grade Shelter House
Iowa DNR presentation, followed by the fishing tournament, lunch & prizes for ages 16 & under.
Sing Along Brunch
11 AM- 3 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Grab brunch, sing along, and enjoy a fun afternoon with live DJ entertainment.
Ladies Conference
1:30 – 3:30 PM | Zion’s Dock
Heidi Lee Anderson shares a message of faith, hope, & strength, followed by a flower bar experience.
Jarno Solo
6-9 PM | VFW
Iowa Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Famer Bill Jarnagin brings a solo mix of crowd favorites.
Michael Charles & His Band
7-10 PM | Rumorz Bar & Grill
Australian born, Chicago Blues Hall of Famer performing contemporary blues, blues-rock and more.
Cosmic Bowling
8 PM-12 AM | $6 per person/hour | Lake Pin & Play
Glow lights, music, and bowling turned up every Saturday night.
Dan Medeiros
9 PM-12 AM | TAP’d
Hear rock & pop from his “retro radio mixtape.”
DJ Night
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Sunday, June 7
Church in the Park
10 AM | City Park
Outdoor Sunday worship service welcoming all ages and backgrounds in a beautiful lakeside setting.
Municipal Band Concert
4 PM | Clear Lake City Park
Bring your lawn chair and relax in City Park as they strike up the band!
Monday, June 8
TRI Clear Lake Open Water Swim Practice
6-7 PM | Clear Lake State Park Beach
Open water swim practice for TRI Clear Lake participants at State Park Beach every Monday evening.
Writing Group
6-7 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Write alongside fellow creatives with prompts, games, and inspiration.
Tuesday, June 9
Line Dancing
9:30-11:30 AM | Central Gardens
Outdoor line dancing classes for all ages and skill levels in the beautiful setting of Central Gardens.
Party in the Park
5:30- 7:30 PM | City Park
Harvest Bible Chapel invites the community to enjoy free food, fun and inflatables.
Mystery Book Club: The Coworker by Frieda McFadden
6-7 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
When Dawn disappears, a coworker becomes entangled in secrets, suspicion, and a deadly game.
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