Local Events

Welcome to the Lake of the Ozarks Local Events Calendar

This is your ultimate guide to everything happening around the lake! Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or just looking for something exciting to do, you’ll find the best upcoming concerts, boat shows, festivals, races, and waterfront parties right here.

From major annual events like Bikefest and the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout to weekly live music, bar crawls, and fishing tournaments, there’s always something happening at the Lake. Bookmark this page, subscribe to the calendar, and never miss out on the fun.

Hosting an event? We’d love to feature it! Email us at [email protected] to get your event added.

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Major Annual Events at Lake of the Ozarks

Lake of the Ozarks isn’t just about stunning sunsets and smooth boating — it’s one of the wildest, most action-packed event destinations in the Midwest. Every week, the Lake turns into a full-blown playground with high-energy concerts, epic pool parties, thrilling races, and massive festivals that keep the good times rolling all year long.

Whether you’re looking for a waterfront concert, a late-night pool party, or a major festival that takes over the entire Lake, you’ll find it right here. From legendary races to unbeatable live music weekends, there’s never a bad time to dive into the Lake’s event scene.

Here’s just a taste of what’s happening around the Lake:

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🚤 Lake of the Ozarks Shootout

Feel the adrenaline at the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, the largest unsanctioned boat race in the country! Every August, the Lake explodes with high-speed action as some of the fastest boats on the water battle it out. Beyond the races, you’ll find poker runs, raft-ups, vendor villages, beach parties, and live concerts that stretch late into the night — all for a great cause supporting local charities.

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🏍️ Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest

Every September, the Lake roars to life for Bikefest. Thousands of bikes line the streets for scenic rides, live music jams out across every waterfront bar, and the nightlife shifts into overdrive. Vendor villages, bike giveaways, and legendary lakefront parties make Bikefest one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the Midwest — and one of the best excuses to party all week long.

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🎇 Fourth of July Fireworks & Parties

Nobody does the Fourth like the Lake. Expect massive fireworks shows across the water, packed pool parties at the hottest bars, and live music lighting up the entire shoreline. Whether you’re on a boat, dock, or dance floor, the Lake of the Ozarks throws down one of the biggest and best Independence Day celebrations anywhere.

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🚗 Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals

Love horsepower on land too? Head to the Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals every May, where custom classics and hot rods take over the Bagnell Dam Strip. This massive car show brings out the best rides, vendors, and family fun — and yes, the afterparties run deep into the night at lakeside bars and clubs.

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🎸 Weekly Live Music, Pool Parties, and Waterfront Festivals

The Lake doesn’t just party on holidays — live music events happen almost every weekend!
Catch national headliners, local legends, and hot DJs spinning by the water at favorite venues like Shady Gators, Backwater Jack’s, Dog Days, and more.

Massive pool parties fire up all summer long, with floating stages, bikini contests, drink specials, and waterfront madness you won’t find anywhere else. Big names hit the Lake every season for concerts that turn a normal weekend into a vacation you’ll never forget.

Whether it’s a Sunday Funday at a beach bar or a headliner concert at a lakeside amphitheater, Lake of the Ozarks lives for good times and live tunes.

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📅 Plan Your Trip Around Lake of the Ozarks Events

Whether you’re chasing down a record-breaking boat race, gearing up for the biggest bike rally in the Midwest, jamming out at a pool party, or lighting up the Fourth with lakeside fireworks, Lake of the Ozarks delivers unforgettable experiences all year long.

Bookmark our events calendar and check back often — we’re always adding the latest parties, concerts, festivals, and must-attend lake events.

Hosting an event? Let’s talk — email [email protected] and we’ll help you get it in front of the entire Lake community!

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