Christmas is just a few weeks away! At the Lake of the Ozarks though, we've already started celebrating. From taking the kids to see Santa to participating in charity events, this community does a lot around the holidays. Take a look at some of the events we have coming up and plan your holiday trip to the Lake of the Ozarks today!
Christmas Lights
Each year you will find a variety of Christmas lights around the Lake, including four drive-thru light parks. While each park is free to drive through, they gladly accept donations. Here is the list of park locations:
Enchanted Village of Lights
The City of Laurie presents the Enchanted Village of Lights at the Laurie Fairgrounds.
The Enchanted Village of Lights is one of the largest drive-through holiday light parks in Mid-Missouri. It will be open nightly from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm (10:00 pm on Weekends) now through January 2nd.
St. Patrick's Festival of Lights
The Festival of Lights at the Shrine of St. Patrick, Hwy 5, Laurie, is
the oldest light park in the area. It was started in 1981 with hundreds
of lights decorating the buildings and grounds and has continued to
grow each year. With 4,000 strings of lights, over 60 automatic timers
and more than 350 extension cords, the Festival of Lights has turned
into one of the major places to see. Instead of animated displays, the
focus is on the true meaning of Christmas, Jesus and His Mother, Mary. St. Patrick Festival of Lights will be open daily from 6 – 10 pm now through January 1st.
Versailles Unity Circle of Lights
For the 9th straight season, the city of Versailles will light up its city park for the Unity Circle of Lights. The holiday light park is named after the "Unity Circle," a monument
erected at the park entrance to show cooperation among various entities
in the community. The Unity Circle of Lights is located at the junction of Highways 5 and
52 and will feature as many as 40 lighted displays, including several
animated holiday scenes for the family. The park is open from dark until midnight now through January 1st.
Osage Beach Holiday Lights
Holiday themed lights will be on display at the City Park and at various
locations along Osage Beach Parkway every evening now
through January 3rd. Bring the kids to meet and visit with Santa at the
City Park on Saturday, December 19th from 3 PM to 5 PM.
Christmas on Main Street
The Main Street Music Hall is celebrating the spirit of the holidays
with a Christmas on Main Street. Enjoy your favorite songs with a night
of laughter, as Gabby Gumm and our talented cast gives you that warm
fuzzy feeling you use to get when you were just a kid. It’s guaranteed
to entertain every kid from one to ninety two with an evening of clean
family fun, as well as celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. A
Christmas on Main Street runs through December
20th. For show times and reservations call 573-348-9500, or visit the
website at
www.lakemusichall.com.
Deck the Docks Holiday Light Cruises
Take a festive dinner cruise aboard Celebration Cruises to view waterfront homes and docks beautifully decorated for the Holiday Season. Deck the Docks benefits Dogwood Animal Shelter. Live entertainment and appetizers will be donated by local entertainers and restaurants. Tickets are $25 per person and reservations for tables of 8 are available. Cruises board at 5:30 pm every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from now until December 30 (excluding Christmas Day). Call 573-480-3212 for more details or reservations.
Christmas Village at Old Kinderhook
The Lake of the Ozarks' only Christmas Village is at Old Kinderhook. They will have lots of fun activities, plus you can enjoy the Lake's only outdoor Ice Rink. Every weekend from now until Christmas, they will have Christmas activities including: S'Mores around the fire pit, Christmas Carolers, Santa, Gingerbread House making, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Elf Storytelling and more! Some activities do have a fee, so call for more information - 573-317-4314.
Christmas on the Square - December 5
Families can enjoy a fun time on the Square in Camdenton this Saturday, December 5th from 11-2! Enjoy games, hot chocolate, cookies,
entertainment, petting zoo and much more! The arrival of Santa and Mrs.
Claus will be at 1 pm. Stop by and give him your wish list!
Lake Ozark Christmas Parade - December 12
Celebrate the season with at the Annual Christmas parade along the Historic Bagnell Dam Strip from 1-3 pm on Saturday, December 12th. The Lake Ozark "Christmas Magic" Parade will line up at 242 starting at t
he HH & Bagnell Dam Blvd. intersection, and will turn right to
proceed down Bagnell Dam Boulevard to the Dam. The Parade will be lead
by the Maine Corp League Honor Guard with the Grand Marshall and all
other parade participants following them. After the parade, Santa's Caravan will travel from Eagle's Landing to
greet everyone at the Lake Holiday Bonfire below Bagnell Dam starting at
4:30 pm. At the bonfire there will be treats for the kids, hot
chocolate, coffee, cookies and s'mores will be served. Parade Float
Winners will be announced there at the Bonfire. Come and enjoy the bonfire, the caroling, holiday music
and the fun of being part of this great community holiday season event!
Christmas for Kids - December 13
Enjoy an evening of entertainment with hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and a
silent auction while supporting Lake Area families in need this holiday
season. Admission is $20.00/person donation, plus a NEW unwrapped toy. Live music featuring: Shawn C
AND Captain Geech & The Shrimp Shack Shooters. All proceeds benefit underprivileged children in the Lake Area and
CADV, Wonderland Camp, Hope House, Big Bro./Big Sis., Lake Reg.
Pediatrics, YMCA, Share the Harvest Food Pantry & Kid’s Harbor. The event will be held at the Country Club Hotel & Spa on Sunday, December 13th at 7 pm, with the VIP Party starting at 6 pm.
Jingle Jog 2015 - December 19
The Tri-County YMCA of the Ozarks presents the first of what will
become an annual event: The YMCA 5K Run/Walk "JINGLE JOG 2015". This
exciting event will take place on Saturday, December 19th. This event will benefit the kids at the YMCA and the participants will
be able to burn off some of those "holiday calories" a little early.
Registration for the event will start at 8 am at the Y and the race will
begin at 9 am. Early bird registration will be until December the 11th for $20.00.
Registration the day of the race on the 19th will be $25.00. The participants will be divided into age divisions and the overall 5K
male and female winners will receive a FREE Christmas ham! After the race, the fun begins - Santa will be present to take photos with the kids and there will be a hot cocoa bar, music and games for the kids. You will definitely want
to bring the kids to this fun event.
With so many great Christmas events, why wouldn't you want to make a weekend trip to the Lake of the Ozarks this holiday season? Call 877-284-0267 to book your reservations today. From one bedroom condos to five bedrooms houses, we have Lake of the Ozarks accommodations to fit everyone's needs. Merry Christmas from Your Lake Vacation - we hope to see you soon!
For more information please call us toll free at 1-877-284-0267!!
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