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Don't Miss these Events at Indian Lake

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2010 Event Flyer
  • Legislative Luncheon - Sponsored annually by the Chamber, it is on the second Friday of February.  Numerous government, community and business leaders are in attendance.
  • Indian Lake Boat Show - (First full weekend in March) - Co-sponsored by the Chamber.  The Annual Boat Show, organized by the Indian Lake Marine Dealers Association, attracts thousands of people each year.  The U.S. Coast Guard and the Ohio State Parks Department Division of Watercraft are on hand to answer boating questions. Spend-A-Day Marina, Indian Lake Marine, and Bud's Marine, participate in the event.
  • Maple Syrup Festival - Held in conjunction with the Indian Lake State Park on the third weekend in March at the Indian Lake State Park Campground.  The festival includes a wagon ride through the park to the tapping area for a tutorial on how maple syrup is extracted.  Next, it's a stop at the Sugar Shack for a demonstration of the process by which sap is transformed into true maple syrup.  While at the festival, enjoy a pancake and sausage breakfast prepared by Chamber members and volunteers.  Maple syrup can be purchased from the ILDC booth.
  • Indian Lake Fireworks FUNd Ride - The Indian Lake Fireworks Fund Ride and Run is a 15, 30 & 60 mile bicycle ride around the Indian Lake Area. The ride will begin and end at Old Field Beach. There will be several stops along the way.  T-shirts and food will be provided for a cost of $25.00. Sag support included. Call Bob Strayer at 937-843-6827. 
  • Saturday Night at the Movies on the Lake - held June, July and August.  A 25 x 35 foot movie screen will be located at Old Field Beach for the Saturday Night at the Movies.  It will begin at dark (9:30 - 10:00 p.m.)  Arrive by boat and listen to the movie on your boat radio or bring your lawn chair and sit on the beach.  Popcorn, pop, lemonade, and funnel cakes will be available for purchase. 
  • Lakeview Car and Craft Show -  The Lakeview Downtown hosts a car and craft show in downtown Lakeview in June.  Many craft vendors will have their merchandise on display along with antique cars of all makes and models. 
  • Beach Spectacular and Fireworks - Held on the first Saturday in July.  The day starts at Old Field Beach with the Beach Spectacular.  Thousands from Ohio travel to Indian Lake for the magnificent fireworks which glow over the lake. At Old Field Beach, watch the Indian Lake Pageants (Baby Beach Contest, Little Miss, Jr. Miss and Miss Indian Lake Contests) Indian Lake's Got Talent, and Car Show.   To contribute to the firework's fund, contact the Chamber office at 937-843-5392.
  • Party at the Beach with the Danger Brothers - July 17, 2010.  The party begins at 1:00 p.m. with an opening band, followed by The Danger Brothers at Old Field Beach from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Tickets are $8.00 (presale) and $10.00 at the gate.  Old Field Beach is closed to the public all day.  This is the third year for the Danger Brother's concert at Old Field Beach State Park.  Gates open at noon with a pre-show concert at 1:00 p.m.  For more information, contact the Chamber office at 937-843-5392.
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  • Putt Around the Lake - The Putt Around the Lake is the big golf outing of the year for the Chamber. This event is held the second Saturday in August.  By boat or by car, putt around to 17  establishments around the Indian Lake with a team of four.  Choose 9 out of 17 of your team member's best scores to win. Entry fee is $60 per team.  The outing begins at 10:00 a.m. and must be finished by 7:00 p.m.
  • Fall Festival and Lift Off of Fall - September 24 - 26, 2010.  The festival is sponsored by the Indian Lake State Park and the ILDC.  The Lift Off of Fall is included in the Fall Festival.  Ten to fifteen hot air balloons will lift off from Old Field Beach on September 25 (rain date Sunday, Sept. 26).  Balloons are sponsored by local businesses.  The balloons return to the lake in the evening for a "Balloon Glow" after dark at the Indian Lake State Park Campground.
  • Halloween Camping - October 15 & 16, 2010 - The Indian Lake State Park hosts Halloween Camping as people enjoy the fun and games and trick and treating.
  • Ring of Fire - Held every year on the Sunday of Labor Day Weekend.  Hundreds of flares are planted around the lake as Indian Lake becomes one big red glow.  To learn more about the Ring of Fire, visit the area information link above.
  • Lakeview Downtown Christmas - December 4, 2010 - Beautiful Downtown Lakeview hosts, "Christmas in Lakeview," with horse-drawn wagons, raffles, carolers, face painting for kids and Christmas shopping at local businesses.