This Labor Day Weekend at Grand Lake

Good Morning!

Well then… there really is something for everyone this Labor Day Weekend at Grand Lake.

From paddleboard races (canoes and kayaks, too!) to bull riding right next to the lake, to a go-fast Cigarette Owner’s run — that pretty much runs the spectrum.

Of course, football season kicks off as well, the crappie are biting, and the lake conditions are perfect for whatever you want to do.

So come one, get out there, and take in the last of the summer fun for 2024.

Don’t worry, though. As you know, the fall months around here are AWESOME. But that is for next week,

For now, here is what you need to know for this Labor Day Weekend at Grand Lake!

Oh, and make sure to click through to the Real Estate for sale page on the website - it’s updated, and, if you are in the market for a marina, well…

Lake Level - As of 9 am, the lake level is 743.07’ with little to no generation. Lake temps are in the 80s and it is shaping up to be a great weekend on the water.

Bullfest - Bullfest at the Lake happens Friday and Saturday at Wolf Creek Park in Grove. Gates open at 4 p.m., and the bull riding action starts at 6 p.m. General admission tickets are $25. Attendees will enjoy a variety of food trucks, a beer garden, and live music to keep the party going long after the bullriding ends. For more information and to purchase tickets CLICK HERE. Oh, and by the way, there has been a little kerfuffle on Facebook, but boat ramps will be open all weekend long.

Dam Paddle - The 2nd annual Grand River Dam Paddle (GRDP), happens Saturday morning on the Grand River below the Pensacola Dam. Paddlers of all skill levels will participate in various race categories, including SUP, kayak, and canoe. This year’s event will feature races in three categories: the 1K, 5K, and the challenging 11.5-mile long course. Get more info and you can still get signed up HERE.

Cigarette Run - The first annual Cigarette Midwest FREEDOM RUN is happening on Saturday from 10 to 4. This free event invites Cigarette boat owners to start their engines and participate in a run to the dam and back from 11 AM to Noon, beginning and ending at the No Wake Zone in Woodard Hollow. Following the run, there will be a raft-up from Noon to 4 PM, with a complimentary lunch served from the Cigarette Midwest dock. All participants must register, and you can do that HERE.

Library Happenings - There is always something happening at the Grove Public Library. HERE is a link to the August newsletter and schedule.

Briefs:

• Bradford’s BBQ at the Ketchum Eats Food Park is trying out a little Thursday lunch today from 11 to 2. Brisket, pulled pork, sausage, hot links and all the sides. Yum!

• Tonight (Thursday!) is a Food Truck Night in Disney. Several trucks will be on hand - go get your grub on!

• The Bernice Nature Center at Grand Lake State Park is having an End of Summer outdoor bash all weekend long. Here is the info.

• Jana Jae’s Fiddle Camp and Music Festival is this weekend in Grove. Get the details HERE.

• The Island Bar and Grill at The Landings is starting to serve breakfast this weekend at 9 am on Saturday and Sunday.

• Grove Farmer’s Market is at 8 am on Saturday in Downtown Grove.

• The Saturday Market in Langley happens at 9 am, just north of Reasors. I believe this is the last one of the season!

• Yoga in the Garden at Lendonwood Gardens happens Sunday morning at 10 at the Japanese Pavillion.

• The LiveBliss Yoga studio has moved to Monkey Island.

• The Grove Playmakers have youth dance classes starting NEXT Week. Visit their website for more info.

• Be on the lookout for Grand Lake Kitchen, opening soon at Har-Ber Village in Grove.

• Hearing a rumor that Blind Swine is taking over the old Public House location in Grove. Stay tuned…

• “Fore The Kids” benefit golf tournament is scheduled for Sept 9th at The Coves.

• Targeted openings for Shops of Grove: Marshalls - 9/12; Ross - 10/11; Bealls - 10/12.

Fun & Entertainment

Note - If there is music happening around the lake and it’s not included here, it’s because folks haven’t let me know, and/or, even as of Thursday morning, there isn’t anything on Facebook. Just sayin’.

Thursday, August 29

• Shrimp Boil and Karaoke at Doc’s - 6 pm

• Crab Legs and DJ Kennedy Rockstar Karaoke at The Island Bar & Grill - 6 to 10 pm.

• Karaoke at Drunken Rooster

Friday, August 30

• Christine Jude Duo at Blind Swine Duck Creek - 6 pm

• Johnny Dale Roberts at Blind Swine Monkey Island - 6 pm

• Lil Red with COBE at The Shebang - 6 pm

• Scott Musick at Doc’s - 7 ish

• Magen Faulconer at Mooney’s - 8:30 ish

• Rockwell Trio at Sharky’s - 8 ish

• House Party at The Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

• Pumkin Hollow Band at R Bar Dance Hall - 8 ish

• Runnin on Empty at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Western Justice at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm

• Palomino Moon at The Monkey Bar - 9 pm

• DJ K Bandito at Big Shots - 9 ish

• Lake Night DJ at Blind Swine - 10 ish

Saturday, August 31

• Robbi Bell at The Island Bar & Grill - 6 pm

• Eddie Valen Band at Blue Bluff Harbor - 6 pm

• Randall George at Blind Swine Duck Creek - 6 pm

• Clint & Frank at Mooney’s - 8:30 ish

• Chase Wilson Band at Drunken Rooster - 8:30 ish

• Brett n Terri at Eddy’s - 8 ish

• Jake Karlik & The Idols at Sharky’s - 8 ish

• Encore at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Soul Shaker at Ugly’s - 8 :30 ish

• Kevin Upshaw and One Night Stand at R Bar Dance Hall - 9 pm

• Damsel at Blind Swine Monkey Island - 9 ish

• DJ K Bandito at Big Shots - 9 ish

Sunday, Sept 1

• ??? at Mooney’s - 5 ish???

• Robbi Bell at The Island Bar and Grill - 6 pm

• Steel Around at Sharky’s - 8 pm

• The Stars Band at The Drunken Rooster - 8 ish

• DJ Brock at Eddy’s - 8 ish

• DJ K Bandito at Big Shots - 9 ish

• DJ Ty at Blind Swine - 9 ish

Next Week

• Taco Tuesday with Erin Fitzgibbon at Blind Swine

• Wednesday is Cajun Crab Boil at Blind Swine Duck Creek - 5 pm

• Singo at Pickles in Langley is on Wednesday at 6 pm

• Cocktails and Karaoke at The Blind Swine - Wednesdays at 9 pm

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