Upcoming Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

Can you believe that February is already here? 2016 is off to a fast start, and the local events at the Lake of the Ozarks are beginning to pick up speed. The Lake Area hosts hundreds of events all year long. If you are looking for an excuse to come to the Lake before summer gets here, mark your calendar for one (or several!) of these upcoming events.

Polar Bear Plunge. Photo Credit: FunLake.com

Polar Bear Strut & Polar Bear Plunge
Date: February 27, 2016
This annual event raises funds for Special Olympics Missouri, a sports program for both children and adults with mental disabilities. Participants of the Polar Bear Strut will walk/run outdoors in spite of winter's frigid temperatures, and participants in the Polar Bear Plunge will jump into the Lake's icy waters. Participants of both events will work to raise money for this great cause. Click here for more information.

Winterfest 2016: Roaring 20's Speakeasy
Date: February 27, 2016
Lake of the Ozarks Daybreak Rotary hosts two main fundraisers every year, once of of which is Winterfest. This gala includes a delicious dinner, live and silent auctions, live entertainment, wine pull, door prizes, costume contest, and more. Tickets are $60 each. All the proceeds will be distributed to local charity organizations. For more information, visit www.DaybreakRotary.org.

7th Annual Silver Cup Chef Challenge
Date: March 5, 2016
Enjoying tastings from some of the most talented and esteemed chefs at the Lake of the Ozarks as they compete for first place. Every year the chefs are selected by invitation only. This year, the participating chefs are from several of the Lake's best restaurants, including the Trophy Room, Redhead Lakeside Grille, Savannah Grille, Camden on the Lake, and Boathouse Lakeside Grill. Cost is $45 per person. Visit www.SevenSpringsWinery.com for more information.

St. Patrick's Parade. Photo Credit: FunLake.com

25th Annual St. Patrick's Water Parade
Date: March 12, 2016
This fun-filled event is the perfect way to kick off spring boating season at the Lake of the Ozarks. Boats will depart from Captain Ron's at 10:00 AM and travel to Bear Bottom Resort, Bulldog's Beach House, and finish the day at Larry's on the Lake. For those who do not wish to put their own boat in the parade, tickets are available for both the Tropic Island Cruise boat and the Celebration Cruise boat. Click here for more information. There will also be an on-land parade along the Bagnell Dam Strip on the same day.

Easter Egg Hunts
Dates: March 26th and 27th, 2016
Easter is coming early this year, but the Lake Area will be ready! Bring your kiddos out to participate in one (or more!) of the community Easter egg hunts being held around the area. The city of Osage Beach will host its 2nd annual Easter egg hunt on March 26th. Mother Nature's Riverfront Retreat will also host theirs on the 26th. The city of Laurie will host on the following day, on March 27th. For more information on Easter events, click here.

But Wait - There's More!
These events are some of the highlights between now and the end of March, but there are plenty of great events already scheduled after that. April will bring the Bridge & Dam Half Marathon & 10K, PBW's Quarter Mania Auction, Dogwood Festival, LOMDA In-Water Boat Show, Clown Classic Golf Tournament, and so much more. May will be even busier as summer starts to pick up steam.

If you've been thinking about buying a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, NOW is the time to make it happen! Buying a house often takes several months from start to finish, so getting started now will let you be settled in and ready before summer hits. Contact me to learn more about buying a house or Lake of the Ozarks condo today!

Susan Spica
Professional REALTOR®

BerkShire Hathaway HomeServices
101 Crossings West, Ste. 202
Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Office: (573) 365-6868
Susan's Cell: (573) 280-0484