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Christmas Tree Lighting
Lighting up the Spirit of Giving There's no better way to kick off Christmas by the Lake than by joining us at Clear Lake City Park for a festive Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 1st, at 5:30 pm. We're excited to introduce a new tradition that promises to bring the spirit of the season to our...

Giving Tuesday: Make a Local Impact
The Impact of Supporting Local Non-Profits In a world that can seem dominated by commercialism and consumerism, Giving Tuesday stands out by encouraging people to shift their focus from receiving to giving. This global movement takes place on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and uses the power of social media to inspire...
Clear Lake Chamber Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor Clear Lake, Iowa Events Events make our region a great place to live, work and visit! Are you interested in Clear Lake, Iowa events sponsorship opportunities? As a member of the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, you have the opportunity to sponsor the events we organize. The Chamber is known for hosting a...

Pink Friday in Clear Lake
Celebrate Pink Friday! Shop local first this Holiday Season in Clear Lake, Iowa! BY: RACHEL WUMKES It's Friday, November 17th, join us in celebrating Pink Friday in Clear Lake. It's a special day dedicated to shopping small and supporting local businesses. The Pink Friday movement promotes supporting the ‘little guy’ and...

Visit Clear Lake’s Santa!
Clear Lake's Santa House in City Park. Photo by Ron Miles, Jr. A Magical Visit Step into a winter wonderland and visit Santa at Clear Lake City Park, where the air is filled with the festive spirit of the season. Nestled in the heart of the park is the enchanting Santa House, a cozy white cottage that beckons both young...

Christmas by the Lake: A Festive Weekend Getaway!
The lighted parade makes it's way through downtown Clear Lake to the lakeshore. Photo by Chris Barragy Step into the winter wonderland of Clear Lake, Iowa and celebrate the holiday season at our acclaimed Christmas by the Lake event. Over the first weekend in December, this festival promises a mix of family-friendly...