All events are free unless noted.
This week’s highlights
July 29-August 2 | North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Experience five days of family fun featuring attractions like the Tiger Experience, Jay Mattioli’s Electrifying Magic, Canines in the Clouds, Steamers Thrill Show and Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventures. GoldStar Amusements returns with a carnival, and the Midway Stage will feature live entertainment every day. Families will love the Family Fun Park with free inflatables and yard games, while kids can explore Little Farmers and the Ag Learning Center. See 4-H and FFA exhibits, along with Open Class Exhibits, the Open Cattle Show, Open Bucket Bottle Calf Show and Open Horse Show. Enjoy fair favorites along Treat Street, then browse vendors inside the All Seasons Shopping Mall and throughout the fairgrounds.
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6-9 PM | Downtown Clear Lake
Live music, classic cars, bounce houses, vendors, shopping and downtown energy return as Thursdays on Main. This week features live music with Dirty Champagne, Kinney Pioneer Museum with pioneer-themed activities, interactive games and coloring pages, plus a performance by Dancin’ with Roxie dance clinic participants.
5:30-9 PM | $20 | Surf Ballroom
Step back in time and experience the golden era of big band music.
9:30-11 AM | McIntosh Woods State Park
A program for kids to learn about animal furs with hands-on activities.
Ongoing and on view
All events are free unless noted.
July 18-September 12 | Tue-Sat, 10 AM-4 PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Explore paintings inspired by North Iowa landscapes that capture quiet beauty, memory and emotion while inviting viewers to slow down and appreciate the natural world.
July 29, 7 PM | $5 Adults, $4 Kids | Lake Theatre
Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the gang’s jobs are challenged when they’re introduced to electronics, a new threat to playtime.
Melges-15 Championship July 29-August 1 | Clear Lake Yacht Club
The Clear Lake Yacht Club is hosting ILYA Dinghy Week in partnership with the Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA), bringing sailors from across the region to Clear Lake. This multi-day regatta features several championship fleets racing throughout the week. Each fleet races on its own course, so you’ll see activity on the water throughout each day as different groups compete during Dinghy Week.
July 29-August 2 | North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Experience five days of family fun featuring attractions like the Tiger Experience, Jay Mattioli’s Electrifying Magic, Canines in the Clouds, Steamers Thrill Show and Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventures. GoldStar Amusements returns with a carnival, and the Midway Stage will feature live entertainment every day. Families will love the Family Fun Park with free inflatables and yard games, while kids can explore Little Farmers and the Ag Learning Center. See 4-H and FFA exhibits, along with Open Class Exhibits, the Open Cattle Show, Open Bucket Bottle Calf Show and Open Horse Show. Enjoy fair favorites along Treat Street, then browse vendors inside the All Seasons Shopping Mall and throughout the fairgrounds.
July 30-31: 7 PM; Aug. 1-2: 1 PM, 4 PM and 7 PM; Aug. 3-7: 7 PM; Aug. 10-12: 7 PM | $5 Adults, $4 Kids | Lake Theatre
A forgotten Peter Parker lives alone as a full-time Spider-Man until mounting pressure triggers a dangerous change and a powerful new enemy emerges.
Wednesday, July 29
10:30-11:30 AM | Clear Lake Public Library
Stories, body-movement actions, songs and rhymes for ages 0-5.
6-8 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Hosted by the one and only Bingo Daddy with prizes and laughs.
6:30-7:30 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Cook and share a recipe using tomatoes, swap tips and discover new favorites with fellow food lovers.
6:30-8:30 PM | Lake Pin & Play
Enjoy bingo, prizes and 50-cent wings for a night with friends and family.
8 PM-midnight | Tap’d
Updated song book, stage effects and a high-energy crowd.
Thursday, July 30
10-11 AM Ladies | 4-5 PM Men | Central Gardens of North Iowa
Fun, connection and friendly competition on the croquet lawn.
6-9 PM | Downtown Clear Lake
Live music, classic cars, bounce houses, vendors, shopping and downtown energy return as Thursdays on Main. This week features live music with Dirty Champagne, Kinney Pioneer Museum with pioneer-themed activities, interactive games and coloring pages, plus a performance by Dancin’ with Roxie dance clinic participants.
6-9 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Live jazz, food and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere.
8-11 PM | Tap’d
Tom Petty tribute duo.
Friday, July 31
9-11 AM | Central Gardens of North Iowa
Hands-on nature activities, outdoor exploration, bouquets and education for all ages.
11 AM-2 PM | Bank Iowa
Celebrate 50 years of community involvement and local impact with free ice cream treats.
7-10 PM | Rumorz Bar & Grill
Updated song selections for a night of music.
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request favorites with a live DJ.
9 PM-midnight | Tap’d
Country, classic rock and modern sounds with Spenser Rahm and Ben Jenniges.
Saturday, August 1
7-8 AM | $5 | Downtown Seawall
Start Saturday with lakeside yoga, sunrise views and a relaxing all-levels outdoor class.
9 AM-noon | Surf Ballroom Parking Lot
More than 50 vendors, food trucks, Mr. Jeff Music, kids activities and fresh local finds every Saturday morning.
10 AM-12:30 PM | $50 | Clear Lake Arts Center
Create feather-inspired designs and leave with two completed tiles and a take-home kit.
11 AM-3 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Sing along to favorite hits while enjoying brunch, cocktails and an interactive afternoon.
8 PM-midnight | $6 per person/hour | Lake Pin & Play
Glow lights, music and bowling for a Saturday night.
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request favorites with a live DJ.
9 PM-1 AM | Tap’d
Rock, blues and country covers.
Sunday, August 2
10 AM | City Park
Outdoor Sunday worship service welcoming all ages and backgrounds in a lakeside setting.
5-6 PM | Central Gardens of North Iowa
Bring a lawn chair and picnic to enjoy acoustic music from the 1970s in the gardens.
5:30-9 PM | $20 | Surf Ballroom
Step back in time and experience the golden era of big band music.
Monday, August 3
6-7 PM | Clear Lake State Park Beach
Open water swim practice for TRI Clear Lake participants at State Park Beach every Monday evening.
6-7 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Write alongside fellow creatives with prompts, games and inspiration.
Tuesday, August 4
9:30-11:30 AM | Central Gardens
Outdoor line dancing classes for all ages and skill levels in Central Gardens.
9:30-11 AM | McIntosh Woods State Park
A program for kids to learn about animal furs with hands-on learning.
