Your Lake Vacation Hopes You Have a Great Memorial Day Weekend!

Memorial Day Weekend is finally here! The summer season of vacations at the Lake of the Ozarks has begun. It's time to breakout the BBQ grills, swim suits and water toys! As we gear up for the first BIG weekend of the season, keep in mind the true meaning of this holiday. Let's remember those who fought for the freedom to be able to celebrate these extended weekends. Thank you to all those who have served, as well as those still serving our country today!

History of Memorial Day 

Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, occurs on the last Monday of May each year and honors men and women who died while serving in the US military. It originated in the years following the Civil War, where people would decorate the graves and recite prayers for those who lost their lives in battle. The Civil War claimed more lives than any conflict in US history, requiring the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. On the first Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, and 5,000 participants decorated the graves of the 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers buried there. Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971. Today, many Americans observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Memorial Day also unofficially starts the summer season.

For more on the history of Memorial Day, please visit: www.history.com.

Memorial Day Weekend at Lake of the Ozarks

One of the best things about Memorial Day Weekend here at the Lake is all the great fireworks displays. Here's a list of ones for you to check out this year:

• Bear Bottom Resort: Saturday at       9:45 PM
• Village Marina: Saturday 
• Tan-Tar-A Resort: Sunday from        8:30-9:30 PM
• Tropic Island Cruise: Sunday from       8:30-9:30 PM (573-348-0083)
• The Lodge of Four Seasons: Sunday from 6-10 PM
• Celebration Cruises: Sunday from         7-9:30 PM (573-480-3212)

If you're looking for a last minute place to stay at the Lake of the Ozarks with weekend, give us a call at 877-284-0267 today! We still have availability from 1 bedrooms condos up to larger homes. Whatever your Lake of the Ozark accommodation needs may be, we've got you covered. Have a great Memorial Day Weekend!

For more information please call us toll free at 1-877-284-0267!!

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