Fun and Festive December Events at the Lake of the Ozarks!
The Lake of the Ozarks is a beautiful place to live during this most wonderful time of year. Some people may think there isn't much to do at the Lake in the winter, but that couldn't be further from the truth! Gorgeous festivals of light, parades, charity banquets, holiday dinners, musical performances, tree lightings, photos with Santa, and so much more. As the best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks, Your Favorite Real Estate Team knows just how incredible the Lake area winter events are. Read on to learn about some of the great holiday events going on this month, and contact us to find your forever home at the Lake of the Ozarks so you can enjoy its beauty year-round!
Enchanted Village of Lights
November 22 - January 2, Nightly 5:00pm-9:00pm (10:00pm on weekends)
Laurie Fairgrounds
269 Fairgrounds Road Laurie, MO
St. Patrick's Festival of Lights
November 28 - January 1, Nightly 5:00pm-10:00pm
Shrine of St. Patrick / Mother's Shrine
176 Marian Drive Laurie, MO
Versailles Unity Circle of Lights
November 29 - January 2, Nightly from dusk until midnight
Versailles City Park
Jct Hwy 5 and 52 Versailles, MO
Osage Beach Holiday Lights
November 30 - December 31, Nightly
Osage Beach City Park & Osage Beach Pkwy
950 Hatchery Rd Osage Beach, MO
Celebration Cruises
Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark, MO
Formerly known as Deck the Docks, Celebration Cruises is continuing the tradition this holiday season and donating proceeds to several Lake area charities. Reservations are required! Find reservation info here.
The Lodge of Four Seasons, Granada Room
315 Four Seasons Drive Lake Ozark, MO
This incredible Benefit event is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Ozark Coast, the Christmas for Kids Committee, and Lake Area Businesses. Participate in the yearly tradition and bring a new, unwrapped toy valued at $20, or a $20 cash donation, to the venue for children in the local community. Gifts and proceeds will go toward purchasing gifts and gift cards to underprivileged children in the Lake of the Ozarks community. Leftover funds will be donated to several charitable organizations, such as CADV, Children's Learning Center, Hope House, Kids Harbor, Lake Area Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Lake Area Helping Hands, Lake Regional Pediatrics, LOFD Car Seat Program, LOSA, Ronald McDonald House in Columbia, School of Osage Cares for Kids, Scholarships for Kids, Share the Harvest Food Pantry, Tri-County YMCA, Wonderland Camp, and more.
Doors open at 5:30pm for a cocktail hour, and a three-course sit-down dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Enjoy the silent and live auction, DJ Johnny Marsi with Elite Lighting and Sound, as well as drink stations located throughout the venue. If purchasing a table of 10 is not an option for you this year, they will be allowing individuals to purchase single tickets ahead of time for $70. Click here for more info on this great area event!
Stark Caverns
125 Cave Drive Eldon, MO
Performers will entertain with beautiful, traditional Christmas music for your enjoyment!
Tickets are $5 and seats will fill up fast, so reserve yours today. Find more info here.
Michael Walton
December 11, 6:00pm
Girl Scout Troop 71490
December 13, 7:00pm
School of the Osage HS Choir
December 18, 6:30pm
Ninth Street Christian Church Choir
December 22, 2:00pm
December 14, 5:15pm
Downtown Eldon to Rock Island Park
Eldon, MO
A beautiful parade kicks off the evening full of festive activities. Watch the lighting of the Magic Tree, listen to Eldon's High School choir sing Christmas carols, enjoy hot chocolate and s'mores, and enjoy trees decorated by businesses, organizations, and sponsors in the area. Shop early at the Christmas Market at Warehouse 55 from 9:00am-2:00pm and visit with Santa from 2:30pm-4:00pm
Bagnell Dam Strip
Lake Ozark, MO
The 35th Annual Lake Area Christmas Parade will begin at 1:00pm at 242 and the HH & Bagnell Dam Blvd. intersection. After the parade, Santa will greet kids at Luby's Plaza. Hot chocolate, coffee, refreshments, and kids' treats and gift bags will also be provided. Enjoy caroling and Christmas music during the parade, and the wonderful Christmas atmosphere afterward.
Lodge at Port Arrowhead
3080 Bagnell Dam Boulevard Lake Ozark, MO
Book your stay for just $159.99 to enjoy a great room and your choice of entree at Fat Polly's Pub. Doors open at 5:00pm, and the party will continue with Soulroot Band until 1:00am. Ring in the New Year with a champagne toast at midnight!
The Regalia Hotel & Conference Center
250 Racquet Club Dr. Lake Ozark, MO
Your tickets will include entry to their Roaring 20's with an 80's Twist party, live entertainment, a buffet, and all you can drink! Call 573-723-3000 for tickets and more information.
Main Street Music Hall
5845 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach, MO
Stop by for clean family fun and to celebrate the meaning of Christmas! Kids can take photos with Santa and the Grinch, and they may even get the chance to join the cast on stage. Call 573-348-9500 for showtimes and tickets.
December 14 & December 21, 10:00am-1:00pm
Stonecrest Book & Toy Store
3797 Osage Beach Pkwy Osage Beach, MO
Professional photographers will be available for a small fee to capture the magic of your little one meeting Santa and sharing their Christmas wishes!
December 14, 8:00am-11:00am
The Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Drive Lake Ozark, MO
Enjoy a holiday buffet that includes scrambled eggs, french toast sticks, sausage links, assorted cereals, hot chocolate, coffee, and tea. There will also be fun activities for you and the family! Enjoy pictures with Santa, elf storytelling, cookie decorating, and children's craft workshops. The Osage High School Girls Glee Club will also be performing at 8:30am, 9:15am, and 10:00am. Entry is $9 for adults, $6 for children between 5 and 12 years old, and free for children 4 and under. Call 573-365-8509 to make a reservation!
HK's at The Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Drive Lake Ozark, MO
Join The Lodge for a special holiday meal that will include shrimp bisque, roasted apple salad, roasted turkey, chicken Francese, prime rib, roasted salmon, shrimp and gruyere cheese grits, and several desserts!
December 31
Margaritaville Lake Resort
494 Tan Tar A Drive Osage Beach, MO
Book the New Year's Eve Paradise Ballroom package for a night of deluxe accommodations, entry for two to the Paradise Ballroom Celebration, an open bar, and a magnificent dinner (21+ only). Packages begin at $349 per couple, plus taxes and fees.
The Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark, MO
Call HK's Restaurant to make your reservations!
The Ice at Old Kinderhook
678 Old Kinderhook Dr. Camdenton, MO
Old Kinderhook is kicking off the holiday season with several fun and festive activities! Character Nights on Ice every Friday, scheduled skating performances, horse-drawn carriage rides, gingerbread house decorating for kids, Santa's workshop, elf storytelling, s'mores around the fire pit, DIY oranments, ice skating, great food, and even Sunday brunch with Santa! Food, beverage, ice skating, and skate rental fees apply. Learn more here!
December 7, 8:30am-1:30pm
Camdenton Square
Camdenton, MO
At 8:30am, the event will be kicked off with the Running of the Elves 5K. Other festivities begin at 10:00am with games, ornament making, chocolate snowmen, prize drawings, craft tables, music, cookie decorating, petting zoo, hot dogs, hot chocolate, cookies, and more! Attendees can also register to win a ham from Camden County elected officials. All activities (other than the 5K) are free! They simply ask that you bring canned goods to be donated to the LAMB House Food Pantry. A Can-Do trophy will be awarded to those that bring the most canned goods.
December 14, 9:00am-3:00pm
Camden County Museum
206 South Locust Linn Creek, MO
The Camden County Museum will have kids crafts, gift ideas, free tours, Christmas exhibits, and caroling from 9:00am-2:00pm. Then at 2:00pm, they will hold a children's Christmas play: "The One and Only Santa" by Pat Cook. Admission is just $5 and refreshments will be available.
December 21, 2:00pm
Camdenton High School Theater
100 Laker Pride Drive Camdenton, MO
L.O.Z. Dance presents The Nutcracker. Tickets will be available at the door for just $5, and 100% of the proceeds will go to the charitable organizations Shop With a Cop and CADV.
December 31, 8:00pm
The Trophy Room at Old Kinderhook
56 Club Place Camdenton, MO
No cover! This fantastic event is open to the public, just call 573-317-4314 to reserve your spot. Enjoy live entertainment from 8:00pm-12:00am, dinner served until 10:00pm, bar available until 1:00am, not to mention ice skating and fire pits!
December 7, 12:00pm-6:30pm
Downtown Versailles
100 E Newton Street Versailles, MO
Visit several great vendors open from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Get a "passport book" and fill it with vendor signatures for a chance to win one of the two grand prizes, each worth over $250!
From 5:30pm-6:30pm, get into the holiday spirit with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30pm, hot chocolate, Christmas light displays, Santa ready to hear your Christmas wishes, and music played by KS95.
December 31, 6:00pm-12:30am
Captain Ron's Bar and Grill
82 Aloha Ln. Sunrise Beach, MO
Enjoy dinner, drinks, entertainment and at the end of the night, you can take a shuttle or stay in their lodging! Dinner will include prime rib, chicken marsala, hashbrown casserole, green beans, caesar salad, a dessert bar, and a champagne toast. The amazing Liz Moriondo will be performing 8:30pm-12:30pm and dinner will be served 6:00pm-8:00pm. Prices per couple are as follows: dinner only for $59.95, dinner and shuttle for $89.95, dinner and lodging for $129.95. Call 573-374-5852 and leave a message to make your reservation.
With so much to see and discover in December, Your Favorite Real Estate Team knows you'll love living at the Lake of the Ozarks year-round. Contact our team to get started on the search for your family's new home at the Lake so you never have to miss another incredible winter event!
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Lake Holiday Light Parks
Around the Lake, these Holiday Light Parks will spread holiday cheer to all who visit! Donations are welcome, but entry to these parks is free. From simple string lights to entertaining animated fixtures, you won't want to miss these beautiful and festive attractions!Enchanted Village of Lights
November 22 - January 2, Nightly 5:00pm-9:00pm (10:00pm on weekends)
Laurie Fairgrounds
269 Fairgrounds Road Laurie, MO
St. Patrick's Festival of Lights
November 28 - January 1, Nightly 5:00pm-10:00pm
Shrine of St. Patrick / Mother's Shrine
176 Marian Drive Laurie, MO
Versailles Unity Circle of Lights
November 29 - January 2, Nightly from dusk until midnight
Versailles City Park
Jct Hwy 5 and 52 Versailles, MO
Osage Beach Holiday Lights
November 30 - December 31, Nightly
Osage Beach City Park & Osage Beach Pkwy
950 Hatchery Rd Osage Beach, MO
North
Celebration Cruises Christmas on the Lake
November 22 - December 28, Wednesdays, Fridays, and SaturdaysCelebration Cruises
Bagnell Dam Blvd. Lake Ozark, MO
Formerly known as Deck the Docks, Celebration Cruises is continuing the tradition this holiday season and donating proceeds to several Lake area charities. Reservations are required! Find reservation info here.
Christmas for Kids
December 7, 5:30pm Cocktail Party, 6:30pm DinnerThe Lodge of Four Seasons, Granada Room
315 Four Seasons Drive Lake Ozark, MO
This incredible Benefit event is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Ozark Coast, the Christmas for Kids Committee, and Lake Area Businesses. Participate in the yearly tradition and bring a new, unwrapped toy valued at $20, or a $20 cash donation, to the venue for children in the local community. Gifts and proceeds will go toward purchasing gifts and gift cards to underprivileged children in the Lake of the Ozarks community. Leftover funds will be donated to several charitable organizations, such as CADV, Children's Learning Center, Hope House, Kids Harbor, Lake Area Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Lake Area Helping Hands, Lake Regional Pediatrics, LOFD Car Seat Program, LOSA, Ronald McDonald House in Columbia, School of Osage Cares for Kids, Scholarships for Kids, Share the Harvest Food Pantry, Tri-County YMCA, Wonderland Camp, and more.
Doors open at 5:30pm for a cocktail hour, and a three-course sit-down dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Enjoy the silent and live auction, DJ Johnny Marsi with Elite Lighting and Sound, as well as drink stations located throughout the venue. If purchasing a table of 10 is not an option for you this year, they will be allowing individuals to purchase single tickets ahead of time for $70. Click here for more info on this great area event!
Carols in the Caverns
Stark Caverns125 Cave Drive Eldon, MO
Performers will entertain with beautiful, traditional Christmas music for your enjoyment!
Tickets are $5 and seats will fill up fast, so reserve yours today. Find more info here.
Michael Walton
December 11, 6:00pm
Girl Scout Troop 71490
December 13, 7:00pm
School of the Osage HS Choir
December 18, 6:30pm
Ninth Street Christian Church Choir
December 22, 2:00pm
Eldon's Lighted Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 14, 5:15pmDowntown Eldon to Rock Island Park
Eldon, MO
A beautiful parade kicks off the evening full of festive activities. Watch the lighting of the Magic Tree, listen to Eldon's High School choir sing Christmas carols, enjoy hot chocolate and s'mores, and enjoy trees decorated by businesses, organizations, and sponsors in the area. Shop early at the Christmas Market at Warehouse 55 from 9:00am-2:00pm and visit with Santa from 2:30pm-4:00pm
Lake Ozark Christmas Parade
December 14, 1:00pm-3:00pmBagnell Dam Strip
Lake Ozark, MO
The 35th Annual Lake Area Christmas Parade will begin at 1:00pm at 242 and the HH & Bagnell Dam Blvd. intersection. After the parade, Santa will greet kids at Luby's Plaza. Hot chocolate, coffee, refreshments, and kids' treats and gift bags will also be provided. Enjoy caroling and Christmas music during the parade, and the wonderful Christmas atmosphere afterward.
New Year's Eve at Lodge at Port Arrowhead
December 31, 5:00pmLodge at Port Arrowhead
3080 Bagnell Dam Boulevard Lake Ozark, MO
Book your stay for just $159.99 to enjoy a great room and your choice of entree at Fat Polly's Pub. Doors open at 5:00pm, and the party will continue with Soulroot Band until 1:00am. Ring in the New Year with a champagne toast at midnight!
New Year's Eve at The Regalia Hotel
December 31, 8:00pmThe Regalia Hotel & Conference Center
250 Racquet Club Dr. Lake Ozark, MO
Your tickets will include entry to their Roaring 20's with an 80's Twist party, live entertainment, a buffet, and all you can drink! Call 573-723-3000 for tickets and more information.
East
Christmas on Main Street
November 29 - December 22, Showtimes varyMain Street Music Hall
5845 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach, MO
Stop by for clean family fun and to celebrate the meaning of Christmas! Kids can take photos with Santa and the Grinch, and they may even get the chance to join the cast on stage. Call 573-348-9500 for showtimes and tickets.
Pictures with Santa at Stone Crest Mall
December 14 & December 21, 10:00am-1:00pmStonecrest Book & Toy Store
3797 Osage Beach Pkwy Osage Beach, MO
Professional photographers will be available for a small fee to capture the magic of your little one meeting Santa and sharing their Christmas wishes!
Breakfast with Santa at The Lodge of Four Seasons
December 14, 8:00am-11:00amThe Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Drive Lake Ozark, MO
Enjoy a holiday buffet that includes scrambled eggs, french toast sticks, sausage links, assorted cereals, hot chocolate, coffee, and tea. There will also be fun activities for you and the family! Enjoy pictures with Santa, elf storytelling, cookie decorating, and children's craft workshops. The Osage High School Girls Glee Club will also be performing at 8:30am, 9:15am, and 10:00am. Entry is $9 for adults, $6 for children between 5 and 12 years old, and free for children 4 and under. Call 573-365-8509 to make a reservation!
Holiday Dinner at The Lodge of Four Seasons
December 24th - December 25th, 5:00pm-9:00pmHK's at The Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Drive Lake Ozark, MO
Join The Lodge for a special holiday meal that will include shrimp bisque, roasted apple salad, roasted turkey, chicken Francese, prime rib, roasted salmon, shrimp and gruyere cheese grits, and several desserts!
New Year's Eve Grand Ballroom Celebration at Margaritaville Lake Resort
December 31Margaritaville Lake Resort
494 Tan Tar A Drive Osage Beach, MO
Book the New Year's Eve Paradise Ballroom package for a night of deluxe accommodations, entry for two to the Paradise Ballroom Celebration, an open bar, and a magnificent dinner (21+ only). Packages begin at $349 per couple, plus taxes and fees.
New Year's Eve Celebration at The Lodge of Four Seasons
December 31, 5:00pm, 7:00pm, or 9:00pmThe Lodge of Four Seasons
315 Four Seasons Dr. Lake Ozark, MO
Call HK's Restaurant to make your reservations!
South
Christmas Village at Old Kinderhook
November 29 - December 22, Friday-SundayThe Ice at Old Kinderhook
678 Old Kinderhook Dr. Camdenton, MO
Old Kinderhook is kicking off the holiday season with several fun and festive activities! Character Nights on Ice every Friday, scheduled skating performances, horse-drawn carriage rides, gingerbread house decorating for kids, Santa's workshop, elf storytelling, s'mores around the fire pit, DIY oranments, ice skating, great food, and even Sunday brunch with Santa! Food, beverage, ice skating, and skate rental fees apply. Learn more here!
Camdenton Christmas on the Square
December 7, 8:30am-1:30pmCamdenton Square
Camdenton, MO
At 8:30am, the event will be kicked off with the Running of the Elves 5K. Other festivities begin at 10:00am with games, ornament making, chocolate snowmen, prize drawings, craft tables, music, cookie decorating, petting zoo, hot dogs, hot chocolate, cookies, and more! Attendees can also register to win a ham from Camden County elected officials. All activities (other than the 5K) are free! They simply ask that you bring canned goods to be donated to the LAMB House Food Pantry. A Can-Do trophy will be awarded to those that bring the most canned goods.
Old Tyme Christmas in Linn Creek
December 14, 9:00am-3:00pmCamden County Museum
206 South Locust Linn Creek, MO
The Camden County Museum will have kids crafts, gift ideas, free tours, Christmas exhibits, and caroling from 9:00am-2:00pm. Then at 2:00pm, they will hold a children's Christmas play: "The One and Only Santa" by Pat Cook. Admission is just $5 and refreshments will be available.
LOZ Dance Presents The Nutcracker
December 21, 2:00pmCamdenton High School Theater
100 Laker Pride Drive Camdenton, MO
L.O.Z. Dance presents The Nutcracker. Tickets will be available at the door for just $5, and 100% of the proceeds will go to the charitable organizations Shop With a Cop and CADV.
New Year's at the Trophy Room
December 31, 8:00pmThe Trophy Room at Old Kinderhook
56 Club Place Camdenton, MO
No cover! This fantastic event is open to the public, just call 573-317-4314 to reserve your spot. Enjoy live entertainment from 8:00pm-12:00am, dinner served until 10:00pm, bar available until 1:00am, not to mention ice skating and fire pits!
West
Christmas Around Versailles
December 7, 12:00pm-6:30pmDowntown Versailles
100 E Newton Street Versailles, MO
Visit several great vendors open from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Get a "passport book" and fill it with vendor signatures for a chance to win one of the two grand prizes, each worth over $250!
From 5:30pm-6:30pm, get into the holiday spirit with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30pm, hot chocolate, Christmas light displays, Santa ready to hear your Christmas wishes, and music played by KS95.
A Black & White New Year's Eve
December 31, 6:00pm-12:30amCaptain Ron's Bar and Grill
82 Aloha Ln. Sunrise Beach, MO
Enjoy dinner, drinks, entertainment and at the end of the night, you can take a shuttle or stay in their lodging! Dinner will include prime rib, chicken marsala, hashbrown casserole, green beans, caesar salad, a dessert bar, and a champagne toast. The amazing Liz Moriondo will be performing 8:30pm-12:30pm and dinner will be served 6:00pm-8:00pm. Prices per couple are as follows: dinner only for $59.95, dinner and shuttle for $89.95, dinner and lodging for $129.95. Call 573-374-5852 and leave a message to make your reservation.
Winter at the Lake of the Ozarks
With so much to see and discover in December, Your Favorite Real Estate Team knows you'll love living at the Lake of the Ozarks year-round. Contact our team to get started on the search for your family's new home at the Lake so you never have to miss another incredible winter event!
CONTACT ED SCHMIDT FOR ALL YOUR LAKE OF THE OZARK REAL ESTATE NEEDS
Ed Schmidt, REALTOR
752 Bagnell Dam Blvd. Suite A
Lake Ozarks, Mo 65049
Phone: 573-552-8177
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