Clear Lake Events
Thursday, May 23 – Thursday, May 30, 2024
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All events are free unless noted
Cards & Creativity
Cards & Creativity meets every Thursday that the library is open at 1:00 p.m. This is a weekly opportunity to meet up with others to play games or engage in your creative outlet of choice. You can work on fiber art, writing, music, drawing, or anything else that inspires you! We’ll provide light refreshments as well as coloring supplies and games for you to use!
Thursday, May 23, 2024, 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Visit the Library’s website
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Meat BINGO Night at Elly’s
Get ready for an evening filled with fun, laughter, and the chance to win some amazing prizes! It’s first come, first serve, so be sure to secure your spot early! Plus, the prizes are sizzling hot – it’s meaty madness! All prizes are from Louie’s Custom Meats and More. Must be over 21 to participate.
Thursday, May 23, 2024, 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Visit Elly’s on Facebook
Elly’s Lounge, 12 South Shore Drive
NOW PLAYING: IF (PG)
From writer and director John Krasinski, IF is about a girl who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends — and what she does with that superpower — as she embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids. IF stars Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Cailey Fleming, Fiona Shaw, and the voices of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr. and Steve Carell alongside many more as the wonderfully unique characters that reflect the incredible power of a child’s imagination.
Thursday, May 23 & Friday, May 24 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 25 & Sunday, May 26, 2024, at 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Purchase tickets online
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th Street
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
Karaoke @ TAP’d
It is the change of the season in Clear Lake & at TAP’d! This is the final Thursday night karaoke with the best karaoke service, MOJO Productions All Star Karaoke as we move karaoke night to Wednesdays starting next week! Jared & his crew are constantly updating their song book & coming up with new on-stage effects to make it so much fun! Whether you love to sing or just want to watch, karaoke night is a hoot! Open @ 4 to pregame for KARAOKE @ 8!
Thursday, May 23, 2024, 8:00 PM – midnight
Visit our Facebook Event
TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Harrison Ford of Clear Lake Blood Drive
Join us on Friday, May 24th from 10AM – 2PM as we host our blood drive event in our show room! Everyone that donates will be entered in to a drawing to with a free oil change. 2 free oil changes will be awarded. Contact us for more details
Friday, May 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Visit the Facebook event
Harrison Ford Clear Lake, 3101 Willow Creek Ct
TRI Clear Lake Youth Splash & Dash
The TRI Clear Lake Youth Splash & Dash is a fun event that combines swimming and running for kids ages 7-15 with an emphasis on creating a fun family weekend of multisport and fitness. Spectators are encouraged to cheer on their kids as they move through the course and finish under the same arch as the TRI Clear Lake competitors. The race begins at 6:30pm, with the Athletes will be staged by age with the senior division (ages 11-15) going off first, followed by the junior division (ages 7-10). All athletes will receive a finisher medal and TRI Clear Lake visor at the finish line, along with refreshments.
Friday, May 24, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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City Beach & City Park
Micky Dolenz
Micky Dolenz is an actor, singer, director, producer, writer, radio DJ, inventor, and all-around performer extraordinaire, and stands tall as a paragon of taste and accomplishment in the rough-and-tumble world of show business and entertainment. Micky is best known as a vocalist and drummer of the 1960’s pop legends The Monkees. The Monkees not only achieved great success as a TV show, but also as recording artists; selling in excess of 65 million units, and achieving worldwide success. Their first four albums – THE MONKEES (1966); MORE OF THE MONKEES (1967); HEADQUARTERS (1967); and PISCES, AQUARIUS, CAPRICORN AND JONES, LTD. (1967) all reached the number-one position on the charts and launched three number-one singles: “Last Train to Clarksville,” “I’m a Believer” (both with lead vocals by Micky), and “Daydream Believer.” The group’s first five albums also went platinum. Micky has also released several critically acclaimed solo albums: KING FOR A DAY; REMEMBER; and A LITTLE BIT BROADWAY; A LITTLE BIT ROCK AND ROLL. The Monkees also re-grouped for a 50th anniversary album in 2016 entitled GOOD TIMES on Rhino.
Friday, May 24, 2024, doors open at 7:00 PM
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Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr
Tickets are $39 in advance, $44 at the door
Live Music @ TAP’d
Lee Klett makes his way back to TAP’d from SE Iowa to play us some country and rock on a Friday Night! His country ranges from Johnny Cash and Brooks N Dunn to Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen!
Friday, May 24, 2024, 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Visit the Facebook event
TAP’D, 313 Main Avenue
TRI Clear Lake
The Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 8th Annual TRI Clear Lake Triathlon sanctioned by USA Triathlon on May 25th, 2024. The scenic course will begin at City Beach for the swim and the bike course guides athletes out and back along South Shore Drive through the prairie and windmills south of Clear Lake. The race is capped off with a run on North Shore drive, passing by the Lady of the Lake and historic Surf Ballroom with a lakeside finish in City Park downtown Clear Lake. At the completion of the race, you will experience a high-energy lakefront finish line party, complete with music, food and beverages!
Saturday, May 25, 2024, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
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City Beach & City Park
Farmers Market
Come out to the Clear Lake Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings! With 50+ vendors each week, you’ll find fresh produce, baked goodies, meats, handmade crafts, coffee, lemonade, and more. Grab a bite from food trucks, enjoy live music, and let the kids have a blast with fun activities. It’s a great way to support local and have a good time!
Saturday, May 25, 2024, 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Visit the Farmers Market on Facebook
Surf Ballroom Parking Lot – 460 North Shore Drive
TRI Clear Lake After Party @ 173° Craft Distillery
Kickstart your adventure at 173 Craft Distillery with live music! Featuring the rock duo of Brian Herrin and Brian Schwager! After party of TRI Clear Lake!
Saturday, May 25, 2024, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Visit 173° Craft Distillery’s website
173° Craft Distillery, 306 1st Avenue North
Live Music @ TAP’d
Bradford Johnson is coming back to TAP’d! This time for a Saturday Night Show on Memorial Day Weekend! Bradford comes to us from Des Moines to play us a nice mix of original music and covers ranging from punk to pop from the 50s to the 2000s! Bradford is the lead singer of the bands Dirty Rotten Scoundrels & MINT! Bradford takes the stage at 9!
Saturday, May 25, 2024, 9:00 PM – Midnight
Visit the Facebook event
TAP’D, 313 Main Avenue
Church in the Park
Whether you’re a lifelong Christian or just exploring faith, everyone is welcome. Held at the bandshell in Clear Lake’s City Park, services run every Sunday from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Come and experience a message of truth, life, and community in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Sunday, May 26, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Church in the Park’s Website
City Park
Live Music @ TAP’d
We have some exciting live music for you on Sunday, May 26! Dan Medieros makes his way to the TAP’d stage for the first time! Dan, originally from Toronto, Canada, comes to play us some 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s rock and pop that we all know and love! Bush, Pearl Jam & Soundgarden are just a few of the artists that we’ll hear Dan cover! Dan takes the stage at 9!
Sunday, May 26, 2024, 9:00 PM – Midnight
Visit the Facebook event
TAP’D, 313 Main Avenue
Memorial Day Program
VFW Saratoga Post 4868 – Chairman-Bennett Smith
Seawall Program
Assembly at Lake Front: 9:30 am
Welcome & Opening Prayer: Gary Harris –Officer of the Day – US Air Force – Veteran
Flag Raising: Clear Lake Boy Scouts
CLHS Band: (directed by Holly Prier) National Anthem
CLHS Band: (directed by Holly Prier) Navy Hymn
Casting of the Wreath to Honor: Mike Nelson U.S. Navy – Retired
CLHS Band: (directed by Holly Prier) Taps
Cemetery Program
March to the Lincoln Monument
CLHS Band – (directed by Holly Prier) – God of Our Fathers
Opening Remarks & Opening Prayer: Gary Harris – Officer of the Day – US Air Force – Veteran
Pledge of Allegiance: Gary Harris – Officer of the Day – US Air Force – Veteran
Ritualistic Work (placing of memorials): Post Commander Mike Nelson – U.S. Navy – Retired OR Gary Harris – Officer of the Day – US Air Force – Veteran
Memorial Placements – Placing of Roses:
Civil War – Beth Ann Schumacher
DAR – Wanda Kennedy
American Legion #222- Jane Humphrey
VFW 4868 – Linda Dockwell
WW I & WW II – Nancy Cash
Korean War – Kathy Vine
Vietnam War – Kathy Matson
Global War on Terrorism – Karen Ressler
Readings – Introduced by Gary Harris – Officer of the Day – US Air Force – Veteran
The Importance of Taps Speaker: Lauren Jurgens – Clear Lake High School
The Gettysburg Address Speaker: Malinda Voortmann – Clear Lake High School
Speaker of the Day: Lt. Col. Jeremy D. Anzevino – USMC Retired
CLHS Band – (directed by Holly Prier) – America the Beautiful
Roll Call of Deceased Veterans – Post Commander Mike Nelson – U.S. Navy – Retired
Folding of the American flag – Post Commander Mike Nelson and others
VFW Post Honor Guard Salute (1,2 & 3 Volley)
CLHS Band: Echo Taps
Benediction: Gary Harris – Officer of the Day – US Air Force – Veteran
Dismissal
All Patriotic Orders please have the stage bouquets, wreaths etc. in place by 9:00 am. In case of rain the program will be announced at Lake Front- Help will be needed to take in flags. The Avenue of Flags and Crosses will be put up on Friday afternoon preceding the Memorial Day Service. Please meet at the CL Cemetery at 1:00 pm (removal of the Flags and Crosses will be on Tuesday) 1:00 pm
Monday, May 27, 2024, 9:30 AM
Seawall, N Lake View Dr
CL Cemetery, N 20th St
Line Dancing with Mary Jo
Free Line Dancing is back at Central Gardens! Join instructor Mary Jo Kennan for a free hour of instruction every Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 at the Fountain Plaza inside the main gates. Anyone wanting to have fun and get some exercise is welcome, regardless of skill level or age. Bring comfortable shoes, a water bottle, and a smile!
Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM (weather permitting)
Visit Central Garden’s website
Central Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Avenue North
Every Tuesday morning through September 17
Quickbooks Training
Are you struggling with or are new to QuickBooks Online? Join Chad Harrison CPA for a free 1 hour training! We will cover: bank feeds, matching transactions, invoicing & expenses, liabilities vs. assets, and reconciling and identifying problem transactions.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Visit Chad Harrison CPA’s website
Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center, 115 N 20th St Call 641-243-7400 to register
Dockside Night with The Mockingbirds
Sit back and enjoy a relaxing evening on the Lady of the Lake Dockside! Feel the fresh air on your face, sway to the music, and relax into the lake lifestyle.
Cash bar opens at 5pm. No cover charge. This week The Mockingbirds perform!
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Visit the Lady of the Lake’s website
Docked downtown at the Seawall
BINGO @173° Craft Distillery
Kickstart your adventure at 173° Craft Distillery! Savor expertly crafted cocktails, mingle with others, have fun, and win prizes!
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Visit 173° Craft Distillery on Facebook
173° Craft Distillery, 306 1st Ave N
Game card available with purchase of food or drink.
Karaoke @ TAP’d
It is the change of the season in Clear Lake & at TAP’d! Karoke night is now on Wednesdays with the best karaoke service, MOJO Productions All Star Karaoke! Jared & his crew are constantly updating their song book & coming up with new on-stage effects to make it so much fun! Whether you love to sing or just want to watch, karaoke night is a hoot! Open @ 4 to pregame for KARAOKE @ 8!
Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 8:00 PM – midnight
Visit our Facebook Page
TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Cards & Creativity
Cards & Creativity meets every Thursday that the library is open at 1:00 p.m. This is a weekly opportunity to meet up with others to play games or engage in your creative outlet of choice. You can work on fiber art, writing, music, drawing, or anything else that inspires you! We’ll provide light refreshments as well as coloring supplies and games for you to use!
Thursday, May 30, 2024, 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Visit the Library’s website
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Thursdays on Main Season Opener
Join us from 6pm to 9pm for an evening filled with fun, music, and a vibrant atmosphere that will make your summer Thursdays unforgettable. We have an incredible lineup of activities and entertainment planned just for you and your family! 
Get ready to groove to the incredible tunes of The Sweet Nuthins, who will take the street stage at 7pm. Start your weekend early at Thursdays on Main!
This Chamber event features live entertainment, “Mojo’s Main Ave Cruise-In” classic car show, bounce houses, extended retail store hours, vendor street market, and more!
Main Avenue activities are 6:00-9:00pm
6:00pm Special Entertainment on the 300 block (SE corner of City Park): North Iowa Children’s Museum’s Creative Cargo. Activities onboard include a magnet board with water circuit and gears, giant light bright, wind tunnel, simple machines, and super fun distortion mirrors.
7:00-9:00pm: Live Music, Main Avenue Stage: The Sweet Nuthins (60’s-90’s covers)
Thursday, May 30, 2024, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Visit Thursdays on Main’s Website
Downtown Clear Lake