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Clear Lake Events January 22-28, 2026
All events are free unless noted. Storm Creek Trunk Show Storm Creek Trunk Show Join us as we host Storm Creek, an incredible sustainable apparel brand straight out of Minnesota, for a special trunk show...
Winter Dance Party: When Rock ’n’ Roll Comes Home to Clear Lake
Every winter, music lovers from across the country make the pilgrimage to Clear Lake for one unforgettable reason: the Winter Dance Party. In 2026, the tradition continues January 29–31 at the legendary Surf Ballroom, with special events before and after the weekend that turn this into a full week of music, memories, and...
America 250: When Clear Lake Took the National Stage
As the nation looks ahead to America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, Clear Lake is reflecting on moments when our local story became part of the American story. One of the most enduring begins with music. Since opening in 1934, the Surf Ballroom has welcomed generations of musicians and fans, turning a lakeside dance hall...
Member Spotlight: Clear Lake Boats
For more than three decades, Clear Lake Boats has been a trusted part of life on the lake. Owned and operated by the Maulsby family, the business has been a Chamber member since 1991 and is led by President and General Manager Scott Maulsby. As Clear Lake’s only full-service, parts, storage, and marina on the lake, they...
Clear Lake Events January 15-21, 2026
All events are free unless noted. Homeschool Hangout Homeschool Hangout meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Some months include a field trip to local organizations/businesses for tours or...
Clear Lake Events January 8-14, 2026
All events are free unless noted. Crafternoon Join us for an hour of crafting at the library on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm. We'll provide the supplies, you provide the creativity! Thursday,...
Clear Lake’s Ice Harvest
Before refrigeration, winter in Clear Lake wasn’t just a season, it was an industry. For decades, thick ice cut from the frozen surface of Clear Lake was harvested, stored, and shipped across Iowa to keep food fresh through the summer months. At its peak, the ice harvest here was one of the largest in the region,...