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All events are free unless noted.
This Week’s Highlights
Thursdays on Main
Thursday, May 28 | 6-9 PM | Downtown Clear Lake
Live music, classic cars, bounce houses, vendors, shopping, and downtown energy return as Thursdays on Main kicks off with The Sweet Nuthins playing favorite covers from the ’60s – ’90s.
Texas Hippie Coalition
Thursday, May 28 | Doors open at 7 PM | $23 | Surf Ballroom
Gritty hard rock meets country swagger with loud guitars, Southern attitude, and full-throttle energy.
Welcome Center Grand Opening
Friday, May 29 | 12 PM Ribbon Cutting | 1-5 PM Open House | Clear Lake Chamber & Welcome Center
Everyone is invited to stop in, explore the space & see what’s been taking shape downtown.
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
May 27-29: 7PM | May 30-31: 1, 4, & 7PM | 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.
Wednesday, May 27
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.
Season Preview
7 PM | North Iowa Area Community College Auditorium
Find out what performances are coming to NIACC next season and build your season ticket package.
Karaoke
8 PM-Midnight | Tap’d
Updated song book, fun stage effects and a high-energy crowd.
Thursday, May 28
One Day: Human Foosball Tournament
5-7:30 PM | City Park
Loud, chaotic fun for a great cause, raising money for One Vision’s Special Needs Fund.
David Watson
6-9 PM | VFW
Classic rock night.
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 kicks off with The Sweet Nuthins playing favorite covers from the ’60s – ’90s.
Texas Hippie Coalition
Doors open at 7 PM | $23 | Surf Ballroom
Gritty hard rock meets country swagger with loud guitars, Southern attitude, and full-throttle energy.
Dennis Wayne
8 -11 PM | Tap’d
Playing country & rock.
Friday, May 29
School’s Out Escape Room
10 AM-5 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Race the clock in this school’s-out escape room challenge packed with clues, prizes, and family fun!
Welcome Center Grand Opening
12 PM Ribbon Cutting | 1-5 PM Open House | Clear Lake Chamber & Welcome Center
Everyone is invited to stop in, explore the space & see what’s been taking shape downtown.
Opening Reception: Lush Layers by Jess Quinn
5-7 PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Large-scale floral oil paintings that celebrate the depth, movement, and quiet strength found in nature.
Jarno Solo
6-9 PM | VFW
Iowa Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Famer Bill Jarnagin brings a solo mix of crowd favorites.
The Mockingbirds
7-10 PM | Rumorz Bar & Grill
High-energy 4-piece band bringing a full night of great music.
Jake McVey
9 PM-Midnight | TAP’d
Jake has shared the stage with Luke Brian, Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean and Thomas Rhett.
DJ Night
9 PM-1AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Saturday, May 30
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.
Bright Blooms: A Kids Flower Painting Workshop
10 AM- 12 PM | $55 | Clear Lake Arts Center
Young artists ages 7-12 will learn beginner-friendly acrylic painting techniques and creativity.
The Lockhearts
7-10 PM outdoors, 8-11 PM indoors | Rumorz Bar & Grill
A fun night of country music.
Cosmic Bowling
8 PM-12 AM | $6 per person/hour | Lake Pin & Play
Glow lights, music, and bowling turned up every Saturday night.
MK2
9 PM-12 AM | TAP’d
Classic rock, R&B and a little jazz.
DJ Night
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Sunday, May 31
Church in the Park
10 AM | City Park
Outdoor Sunday worship service welcoming all ages and backgrounds in a beautiful lakeside setting.
Gordy & Debbie
5-8 PM | VFW
Good old fashioned Country music.
Monday, June 1
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 2
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.
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