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Printable Clear Lake Iowa July 4th Schedule 2026
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July 4th Celebration
July 1-6 | City Park
Celebrate America 250 with Evans United Shows Carnival, Chamber BINGO, Lakeside Vendor Market, Live Music nightly, Freedom 5K, Family Fun Day, Waterhawks Ski Show, Independence Day Parade, and Fireworks! Daily schedule listed below.
Exhibition: Phobias by artist Jeff Rider
July 1 – 25 | Tue-Sat, 10AM-4PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Iowa collage artist Jeff Rider blends humor, psychology, and surreal imagery to explore fear, perception, and social commentary through his thought-provoking Phobia series.
Minions & Monsters (PG)
July 1-2: 7PM; July 3: 1, 4, & 7PM; July 4: 4 and 7PM; July 5: 1, 4, & 7PM: July 6-10: 7PM;
July 11-12: 1, 4, & 7PM; July 13-15: 7PM | $5 Adults, $4 Kids | Lake Theatre
Follow the Minions in 1920s Hollywood as they search for frightening creatures for their monster movie, partner with a green creature, and must save the planet after unleashing monsters.
Kids Summer Camp
July 7-8 | 9 AM-1:30 PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
With fun mixed-media activities, kids ages 7-12 will explore their artistic side in an engaging and supportive environment.
Wednesday, July 1
Summer Story Time
10:30-11:30 AM | Clear Lake Public Library
Stories, body movement actions, songs and rhymes for ages 0-5.
July 4th Celebration Opening Day
5 PM Evans United Shows Carnival Opens | 5 PM Chamber BINGO tent opens | 5-9 PM Lakeside Vendor Market | 7 PM Live Music at the Lud Wangberg Bandshell | City Park
Kick off America 250 with Opening Day featuring live music by Arch Allies, America’s Premier Tribute Band featuring hits by Bon Jovi, Queen, Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Boston, Def Leppard, and Cheap Trick at 7PM.
Will Barnett
5-8 PM | The Landing
Live music on the patio.
BINGO Night
6-8 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Hosted by the one and only Bingo Daddy with cool prizes and plenty of laughs.
Cookbook Club
6:30-7:30 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Cook and share a recipe using peas, swap tips, and discover new favorites with fellow food lovers.
Total Request DJ
9 PM-1 AM | Tap’d
Playing your favorites all night long.
Thursday, July 2
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.
July 4th Celebration Thursday Line Up 🎡 Carnival Wristband Day 🎡
11 AM-9 PM Lakeside Vendor Market | 12 PM Evans United Shows Carnival Opens | 12 PM Chamber BINGO tent opens | 7 PM Live Music at the Lud Wangberg Bandshell | City Park
Enjoy Wristband Day from 12-5pm ($30) plus live music by County Line Drive playing all of your country favorites at 7PM.
Jazz Night
6-9 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Live jazz, great food, and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere.
Arrival From Sweden: The Music of ABBA
Doors open at 7PM | $49 | Surf Ballroom
Experience the ultimate ABBA tribute featuring hits like “Dancing Queen,” and Mamma Mia.”
Sohmer Karaoke
7 -10 PM | Lakeview Pub
Updated song list and fun hosts!
Joe Inman & Co.
10 PM-1 AM | Tap’d
A mix of country & Southern rock.
Friday, July 3
Fresh on Friday
9-11 AM | Central Gardens of North Iowa
Hands-on nature activities, outdoor exploration, bouquets, and education for all ages.
July 4th Celebration Friday Line Up
11 AM-9 PM Lakeside Vendor Market | 12 PM Evans United Shows Carnival Opens | 12 PM Chamber BINGO tent opens | 7 PM Live Music at the Lud Wangberg Bandshell | City Park
Enjoy an amazing live performance by Elton & Billy – The Tribute! at 7PM.
Mr. Jeff Music
4-7 PM | The Muskie
Enjoy live music with Clear Lake’s own Mr. Jeff.
Karaoke Night
7-10 PM | Rumorz Bar & Grill
Updated song selections for a full night of great music.
Maclane Powell
3-7 PM | TAP’d
Classic and new country with some Southern rock.
Cosmic Bowling
8 PM-12 AM | $6 per person/hour | Lake Pin & Play
Glow lights, music, and bowling turned up for a fun Friday night.
DJ Night
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Luke Farland
3-7 PM | TAP’d
Classic and new country with some Southern rock.
Saturday, July 4
July 4th Celebration Saturday Line Up
7 AM Kid’s Fun Run | 7:30 AM Freedom 5K | 10 AM 4th of July Parade “America 250” | 11 AM-9 PM Lakeside Vendor Market | 12 PM Evans United Shows Carnival Opens | 1 PM Chamber BINGO tent opens | 8:30 PM Live Music at the Lud Wangberg Bandshell | 10 PM Fireworks over the lake
Celebrate America 250! The Clear Lake Municipal Band performs before the fireworks starting at 8:30 PM.
Yoga by the Lake
7-8 AM | $5 | 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, Mr. Jeff Music, kids activities, and fresh local finds every Saturday morning.
Sing Along Brunch
11 AM – 3 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Sing along to your favorite hits while enjoying brunch, cocktails, and a fun, interactive afternoon.
DJ Katie
11 AM-6 PM | TAP’d
Playing your favorites after the parade.
Stone Groove Band
6-9 PM | Rumorz Bar & Grill
Family fun with a pirate ship bouncy house and live music on the patio!
The Mod Rockers
8 PM- 1 AM with a break during the fireworks | TAP’d
A wide variety of classic rock & classic alternative.
DJ Night
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Sunday, July 5
Church in the Park
10 AM | City Park
Outdoor Sunday worship service welcoming all ages and backgrounds in a beautiful lakeside setting.
July 4th Celebration Sunday Line Up 🎡 Carnival Wristband Day 🎡
11 AM-9 PM Lakeside Vendor Market | 12 PM Evans United Shows Carnival Opens | 12 PM Chamber BINGO tent opens | 1 PM Family Fun Day | 2:30 PM Waterhawks Ski Show | 5 PM Live Music at the Lud Wangberg Bandshell | City Park
Enjoy Wristband Day at the carnival from 12-5 PM ($30), Family Fun Games at 1pm, the Waterhawks Ski Team at 2:30 PM at City Beach, and live Christian music by the Zachary Freedom Band at 5 PM!
Jesse Calvert
2-5 PM | The Landing
Live music on the patio.
Sohmer and Dale
3-6 PM | Lakview Pub
Finish off the 4th of July weekend with some great live music at the Pub!
The Faster Horses
Doors open at 7 PM | $15 | Surf Ballroom
An exciting live country music band.
Monday, July 6
July 4th Celebration Monday Line Up 🎡 Carnival Wristband Day 🎡
11 AM-5 PM Lakeside Vendor Market | 12 PM Evans United Shows Carnival Opens | 12 PM Chamber BINGO tent opens | City Park
Enjoy the final day of the weeklong celebration with Wristband Day at the carnival from 12-5 PM ($30).
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, July 7
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.
Messy Art: Feathered Friends
2-4 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
All ages, toddler to adult, are invited to spend some time creating their own masterpieces.
Mystery Book Club: Call for the Dead by John Le Carre
6-7 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
George Smiley investigates the suspicious death of a Foreign Office colleague, uncovering espionage, secrets, and Cold War intrigue.
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