Spring is finally returning to Lake of the Ozarks this month, and with it comes plenty to do at the Lake, indoor and out! So take a chance to spring into warm weather here at the Lake, and mark your calendar for the upcoming events, below...
What To Do This Month At The Lake
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1. St. Charles Boat ShowÂ
March 3–6
The Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association comes to the St. Louis area this week, with the St. Charles Boat Show!
This is the premiere show for boating enthusiasts all over the Midwest and certainly in the St Louis market, since it's the only boat show this year in St. Louis. Here you can find all the information you need on this great show. The show will be at the St. Charles Convention Center, March 3–6.
2. Indoor Garage Sale
March 5
Come to the Camden County Museum's indoor garage sale for household items, collectibles, jewelry, books, & more!
Saturday, March 5, 2022, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
3. 6th Annual Dodge Ball TournamentÂ
March 5
The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals at the Lake are proud to announce they will be hosting their 6th Annual YPL Dodge Ball Tournament
The tournament will be held on Saturday, March 5th 2022 at the School of the Osage Middle School in Osage Beach. The Young Professionals at the Lake will donate a portion of all sales back to Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association here in the Lake of the Ozarks.
Cost: $150 for a team of six players. 16 years of age or older, co-ed (minimum of 5:1 player ratio)
Saturday, March 5, 2022, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
4. 4th Annual Whobilation 5K
March 5
This is Tri-County YMCA's 4th Annual Dr. Seuss-themed fun family race!
This event is a celebration of the beloved children's author. What better way to celebrate than to get decked out in you favorite Who-style attire and go for a run?
A fun morning of fitness, community, and a Seuss-style brunch.
Saturday, March 5, 2022, 9 - 11 a.m.
5. Leighton's At The Lake Grand Opening
March 11
Leighton's at the Lake, a new retail cigar and smoking lounge, is having their Grand Opening on March 11.
There will be cigar giveaways, a membership raffle, and Crux Meet & Greet. It's open to the public!
Contact admin@leightonsatlake.com for tickets.
Friday, March 11, 2022, 6 - 10 p.m.
6. 2022 St. Patrick's Pub Crawl
March 12
This annual St. Pat's Pub Crawl takes place on the Westside of the Lake and celebrates the holiday at your favorite westside establishments.
Buses will take you to and from all the stops with entertainment and food and beverage specials at each location.
Saturday, March 12, 2022, 4 p.m. – 1 a.m.
7. Lake of the Ozarks St. Patrick's Day Parade On The WaterÂ
March 12
Event begins with an optional breakfast at Captain Ron's beginning at 8:00 a.m. Celebration Cruises yachts loaded with party goers will depart at 10:00 for a fun day on the lake.
Decorated boats can join the parade. Prize for best costume/decorated boat and raffle drawing.
Saturday, March 12, 2022, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
8. Lake Ozark St. Patrick's Day Parade (On Land!)Â
March 12
St. Patrick's Day is just around corner and what better way to spend the day than a parade! Benne Media will again host the Annual Lake of the Ozarks St. Patrick's Day Parade. The event will take place on March 12th. 2022 at 1:00 pm on the historic Bagnell Dam Strip at Lake of the Ozarks Missouri.
Deck the whole family out in green, grab the lawn chairs and head out to Bagnell Dam Strip for an afternoon of family fun watching the various floats, cars, motorcycles and yes even boats as they make trip along the Strip. And who knows you might even score some candy!
Do you or your group/organization have a boat, float, car, truck, motorcycle, etc. that you would like to enter in the Lake of the Ozarks St. Patrick's Day Parade? You can download the official entry form and return it to Benne Media at 160 Highway 42, Kaiser, MO. 65047 no later than March 7, 2022. For more information you call 573-348-1958 or email gsullens@mix927.com.
Saturday, March 12, 2022, 1:00 pm
9. COMC Dental Clinic Ribbon Cutting
March 4
On March 4, COMC along with the Eldon Chamber of Commerce will conduct a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to announce the Monday opening of the clinic located in Eldon.This full-service dental clinic will accept all ages throughout the community.
Refreshments and free tours will be conducted following the ceremony at 12:30 p.m.
Friday, March 18, 2022, 12:30 p.m.
10. HOPE ROAD: Documentary Screening
March 24
In partnership with the Lake of the Ozark Stop Human Trafficking Coalition, Stop Human Trafficking Coalition of Central Missouri, and Citizens Against Domestic Violence, Inc Presents HOPE ROAD: A Documentary About Child Sex Trafficking at the Eldon School of Performing Arts Center.
All proceeds go to the local coalitions and directly benefit victims of human trafficking.
Ticket Sales and Online Auction will be available March 1, 2022 at hoperoad.givesmart.com.
Thursday, March 24, 2022, 5:30 p.m.
11. 2022 Bridge and Dam Half Marathon
March 26
There is a 3.5 hour time limit that the course is closed and the aid stations are available. However, we may open sections of the course to let vehicles cross when there are large gaps in the participants and it is deemed safe. Participants must maintain at least a 14 minute per mile half marathon pace to make the course deadline. All-In and Double Down runners will need to be finished within the same 3.5 hour limit. The course limit is set by the City of Lake Ozark and law enforcement. It cannot be extended. Your races must be completed within the time limit or you will be scored as a DNF.
Saturday, March 26, 2022, 7:30 a.m.
12. Jacob's Cave Spring Swapping DaysÂ
March 31 – April 3
Missouri's largest swap meet featuring antiques, guns, fishing tackle, crafts, small animals, fowl, flea market items, etc.
Set up and camp or just come browse the acres of crafts, goods, livestock, and various products at Jacobs Cave on North Hwy 5 between Gravois Mills and Versailles.
March 31 - April 3, 2022
