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Brews on the Beach craft beer festival in Clear Lake

Brews on the Beach craft beer festival in Clear Lake

  • Clear Lake Iowa Chamber

Brews on the Beach in Clear Lake, Iowa, features Iowa craft breweries, live music, food trucks and lakefront views. Learn ticket details and how to plan your visit.

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Waterhawks ski team show at City Beach in Clear Lake

Waterhawks ski team show at City Beach in Clear Lake

  • Clear Lake Iowa Chamber

The Waterhawks Ski Team presents a free water ski show at City Beach in Clear Lake, Iowa, on Sunday, July 5 at 2:30 p.m., offering family-friendly July 4th weekend fun.

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Discover the 2026-27 NIACC performing arts season

Discover the 2026-27 NIACC performing arts season

  • Visit Mason City Iowa

NIACC’s 2026-2027 Performing Arts & Leadership Series brings Broadway tours, concerts, speakers, and family shows to Mason City’s North Iowa Community Auditorium.

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Clear Lake events June 3-9, 2026

Clear Lake events June 3-9, 2026

  • Clear Lake Iowa Chamber

Discover Clear Lake events June 3-9, 2026, including Free Fishing Weekend, city-wide garage sales, concerts, live music, farmers market, films, and family fun.

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Kids fishing day at Big Woods Lake

Kids fishing day at Big Woods Lake

  • Black Hawk County

Free Kids Fishing Day at Big Woods Lake on June 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. offers gear, worms, prizes and lessons, tied to Iowa’s 2026 free fishing weekend.

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Clear Lake events May 27-June 2, 2026

Clear Lake events May 27-June 2, 2026

  • Clear Lake Iowa Chamber

Plan a week in Clear Lake with live music, arts, markets, family activities, worship services and TRI training events scheduled May 27 through June 2, 2026.

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Clear Lake events May 21-27, 2026

Clear Lake events May 21-27, 2026

  • Clear Lake Iowa Chamber

Memorial Day week in Clear Lake features live music, art exhibits, farmers market, family activities and ceremonies honoring fallen service members.

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Best patios in Clear Lake, Iowa for outdoor dining

Best patios in Clear Lake, Iowa for outdoor dining

    Explore top patios in Clear Lake, Iowa, from lakefront bars and rooftop drinks to casual family-friendly spots for outdoor meals, snacks, and takeout by the water.

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    Clear Lake events: May 14-20, 2026 guide

    Clear Lake events: May 14-20, 2026 guide

      Browse Clear Lake, Iowa, events for May 14-20, 2026, including farmers market opening day, live music, art exhibits, workshops, and family activities.

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      Memorial Day tradition in Clear Lake, Iowa

      Memorial Day tradition in Clear Lake, Iowa

        Discover Clear Lake, Iowa’s Memorial Day tradition with lakefront and cemetery ceremonies, patriotic music, veterans tributes, and community remembrance.

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        How the Clear Lake farmers market grew into a tradition

        How the Clear Lake farmers market grew into a tradition

          Discover how the Clear Lake Farmers Market grew from a small City Hall stop into a bustling Surf Ballroom Saturday tradition with local vendors, music, and families.

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          Thursdays on Main 2026 returns to downtown Clear Lake

          Thursdays on Main 2026 returns to downtown Clear Lake

            Explore Thursdays on Main 2026 in downtown Clear Lake, Iowa, with weekly live music, classic cars, motorcycles, kids’ activities and free family fun all summer.

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            A book lover’s weekend in Clear Lake, Iowa

            A book lover’s weekend in Clear Lake, Iowa

              Plan a slow-paced book lover’s weekend in Clear Lake, Iowa with lakeside reading spots, local shops, coffee stops and themed reading recommendations.

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              Clear Lake events for May 7-13, 2026

              Clear Lake events for May 7-13, 2026

                Find concerts, family activities, art exhibits, movies, bowling and more around Clear Lake, Iowa, for Mother’s Day week events from May 7-13, 2026.

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                Bands, birthdays and brass at the North Iowa Band Festival

                Bands, birthdays and brass at the North Iowa Band Festival

                • Visit Mason City Iowa

                The 87th North Iowa Band Festival in Mason City runs May 21–25, 2026, featuring the Midwest’s largest free marching band competition and a Saturday parade.

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                Mother’s Day dining options in Mason City

                Mother’s Day dining options in Mason City

                • Visit Mason City Iowa

                Explore Mother’s Day brunch, coffee, and dining options in Mason City, including buffets, regular menus, and specials like free mimosas and margaritas for moms.

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                2026-27 performing arts preview night at NIACC

                2026-27 performing arts preview night at NIACC

                • North Iowa Area Community College

                Preview the 2026-27 North Iowa Community Auditorium season on May 27, 2026, at 7 p.m. and build a discounted season ticket package for one night only.

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                From passing through to putting down roots in Mason City

                From passing through to putting down roots in Mason City

                • Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce

                Abby Klostermann shares how the College Connections program turned a short-term internship in Mason City into a full-time career and an engaged community life.

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                Personal growth through Leadership North Iowa

                Personal growth through Leadership North Iowa

                • Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce

                Kael Julseth reflects on Leadership North Iowa, highlighting hands-on learning, community service, and relationships that support long-term leadership growth.

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