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All events are free unless noted
Dia de los Muertos at the Clear Lake Arts Center
Celebrate Día de los Muertos in vibrant style! Explore authentic Mexican artifacts and altars, enjoy professional face painting, and experience the magic as the veil between the living and the dead grows thin. All day event Nov 1st 10am – 4pm. On View in Sukup Lakeside Performing Arts Wing Nov 1st – Nov 29th, 2025.
Open Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Homeschool Hangout
November’s meeting will be hosted by Cerro Gordo County at the Courthouse in Mason City. Learn a little bit about our local government and enjoy an activity put on by a county naturalist. All ages welcome. Please RSVP to Brianna at librarykids@cltel.net 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 programs. Join the email list by emailing Brianna at librarykids@cltel.net
Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Trish Fundermann’s 30th Anniversary Open House
Join us in celebrating an incredible milestone — Trish’s 30th anniversary with the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce! Trish joined the Chamber team in 1995 and has been a driving force behind so many of our events, initiatives, and successes ever since. Stop by TAP’d and raise a glass, share your favorite memories, and help us toast to three decades of dedication, community spirit, and service to Clear Lake.
Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Pajama Story Time
Throw on your pajamas, bring a stuffie if you’d like, and come join us for a fun night story time at the library.
Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Now Playing: The Running Man (R)
A man joins a game show in which contestants, allowed to flee anywhere in the world, are pursued by “hunters” hired to kill them.
Thursday & Friday 7:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, & 7:00 PM
Lake Theatre, 4 N. 4th St.
$5 adults, $4 children 12 and under
Trivia Thursday
Think you know it all? Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test every Thursday at Lake Time Brewery for a night of fun, friendly competition, and craft beer! The trivia topics change weekly, so make sure to check our Facebook page for updates. Whether you’re a history buff, pop culture fanatic, or just love a good challenge, there’s something for everyone. Great prizes, great brews, and great times await—see you there!
Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Ave.
Karaoke at TAP’d
Karaoke is every Thursday night @ TAP’d! For 138 weeks TAP’d & MOJO Productions All-Star Karaoke have brought karaoke to Clear Lake! Jared and his crew are constantly updating the song book & coming up with new on stage effects to make it so much fun!
Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 8:00 PM – Midnight
TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Pink Friday at The Funky Zebras Boutique
Shop small. Shine bright. Wear pink. Kick off the holidays with us on Pink Friday—our feel-good shopping event designed to celebrate and support local small businesses before the big-box frenzy. Expect exclusive early deals, new arrivals, a special guest and all things PINK! Stay tuned for exciting details!
Friday, November 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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The Funky Zebras Boutique, 210 Hwy 18 Suite B
Live Music at TAP’d
We bring in the big dog from Fort Dodge, Jesse Wilson for you on a Friday night! Jesse has some originals to share with us to go along with some great rock and country covers! Jesse takes the stage at 9!
Friday, November 21, 2025 from 9:00 PM – Midnight
TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Karaoke Night at Rumorz
Grab the mic, grab a drink, and let your inner rockstar shine every Friday at Rumorz Bar & Grill! Ice cold drinks, all your favorite songs, no judgment — just good vibes! Kicks off at 9PM so bring your crew, belt it out, and make it a night to remember.
Friday, November 21, 2025 starting at 9:00 PM
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Rumorz Bar & Grill, 1210 South Shore Dr.
Live Music at TAP’d
Finally! TAP’d gets to bring back Cece Stewart! Cece has once again won City View best local musician in Des Moines in 2024 after also winning the award in 2022! Cece plays all sorts of music from rock to pop to country covering artists like Elton John, Billy Joel & Garth Brooks, to name the most popular!
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 9:00 PM – Midnight
TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
VFW Chili Cookoff
It’s game day fun at the VFW! Bring your best batch of chili for the Vikings vs. Packers game and join the friendly competition. Set up your pot before kickoff — we’ll sample and judge at halftime. The crowd favorite takes home $100 and bragging rights!
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 12:00 PM kickoff
Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Play Café
NEW! Play Café will be held the fourth Monday from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Adults can come enjoy a warm beverage while the kids play in the community room. For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver.
Monday, November 24, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Movie Monday
Join us for a movie on the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm. Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. Please see the library website for information about the movie being played this month!
Monday, November 24, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Writing Group
Bring a pencil and some paper (or grab your laptop) and join a community of writers. Use the time to work on a project or join in on the prompts and games provided. The group meets from 6:00 – 7:00 pm on Monday nights whenever the library is open.
Monday, November 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
BINGO Night at the VFW
Good times for a good cause! Proceeds from every game support local charities and veteran programs. VFW BINGO happens the 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Must be 21+ to play.
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Game Hour
Join us for an hour of games on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 1:00 pm. You can bring a friend and play from the assortment of games we have available, or you can bring your own games and teach others how to play!
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
VFW Bags Night
VFW weekly bean bag night is every Wednesday. Sign up at 6:30pm, play begins at 7pm. $1 entry per person, prize money awarded each week. Bring a snack to share if you like!
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.