BUCKEYE LAKE ANNUAL EVENTS
JUNE
Wine & Woodies Antique & Classic Boat Show
Held at the Buckeye Lake Winery, this event is completely free to spectate and enjoy – with free parking. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy delicious wine, stunning lake views, and cool boats!
JULY
4th of July Boat Parade
Residents and visitors alike celebrate Independence Day each year with a fun, patriotic boat parade! Decorated boats depart from Liebs Island and make their way along the North shore, through Cranberry Bay, past Harbor Hills and end at Papa Boo’s. Prizes are awarded based on a di erent theme each year. Come out and enjoy the red, white, and blue parade and spend a day on the water. Follow the Buckeye Lake Area Civic Association website for more information. This event is generally held on the 4th of July unless it lands on a Sunday.
JULY
Buckeye Lake Area Star Spangled Tradition (BLASST)
Watch the beautiful Buckeye Lake Area Star Spangled Tradition (BLASST) reworks display over Buckeye Lake from the water or on the shore! Follow the BLASST Facebook page for more info.
AUGUST
Buckeye Lake Pub Paddle
The Buckeye Lake Pub Paddle is an annual bar crawl via watercraft that supports our local Buckeye Lake businesses while still having a lot of fun! Follow the Buckeye Lake Pub Paddle Facebook page for more information.
Buckeye Lake Tour of Homes
Relax on this one-hour pontoon boat ride visiting the beautiful homes and islands at Buckeye Lake and view the unique and eye-catching houses that line the shoreline! This event is held the rst Sunday in August. Follow the Buckeye Lake Area Civic Association website and Facebook for more information.
Tour de Buckeye Lake
Bike for a bene t! Join the Tour de Buckeye Lake for their annual ride and help fundraise for trail development, safety, and bikes for underprivileged children – now with 3 di erent route options, a beer garden, live music entertainment, and more food options than ever!
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival
Get ready for this fun festival that you’re sure to nd ear-resistible! Bring your family and friends to discover over 20 rides and games, tractor pulls, and parade. Compete in the fun contests held throughout the week and enjoy a myriad of corn-based and avored food options, including ice cream!
Learn more at sweetcornfest.com. This event is held the last weekend in August.
SEPTEMBER
Backwoods Festival
Kick o the fall season with one of the largest festivals around the lake, The Backwoods Fest! With over 300 vendors, more than 30 di erent kinds of food, and 3 days of bluegrass music in Thornville, this event near Buckeye Lake is fun for everyone. Held rain or shine during the third weekend in September, learn more on their website or Facebook page.
OCTOBER
Thornville Country Fair
Find all your fall favorites at the annual Thornville Country Fair! For 50 years, the Country Fair has featured a unique variety of vendors including handmade crafts, food, apparel, art, home decor, and more – drawing in thousands to this local lake town!
Learn more on the Thornville Country Fair Facebook page.
June 30th
