This Weekend at Grand Lake - April 17, 2025

Easter Weekend, Grand Lake Style!

Good Morning!

Welp, sounds like there is going to be a little rain over the next few days. At least, starting Friday night and maybe into Saturday, but getting on up out of here pretty quick.

At least that is my expert interpretation of things.

So, if you aren’t already at the lake, might as well come on.

I brought up fishing last week. Well, word everywhere is that it is go time. Especially for crappie, in the docks.

So, go do yourself a little vertical jigging (with minnows, if that is your bag) and stock that freezer up.

Lots of Easter things happening this weekend, from egg hunts to great food, so there is info on that below.

Also, more events have been added to the Events page of the website, including info on a Ship Store Poker Run and the popular Burning of the Socks, both coming up the first weekend of May.

But that is then and this is now, and here is what you need to know for THIS weekend at Grand Lake!

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This Weekend at Grand Lake

Easter Egg Hunts - All sorts of eggs with treats to be found all over the lake this weekend. Here’s a rundown:

  • Saturday at 10 am - Cherokee Yacht Club Easter Egg Hunt and Picnic . Everyone is invited!

  • Saturday at 10 am - Real Life Church in Grove →8,000 easter eggs buried under 7,000 balloons!

  • Saturday at 11 am → Langley Easter Egg Hunt with over 25,000 eggs! Yikes!!

  • Saturday at 3 pm - Rooster Easter at Drunken Rooster - tons of fun for the kids.

  • Sunday at Noon - Giant Easter Egg Hunt at The Anchor on Monkey Island

Easter Eats - Lots of folks look for a place to eat after Sunday Service on Easter. This might help with that:

  • Beau’s Deli & Market in Langley has a great looking buffet BOTH Saturday (10-2) AND Sunday (8-3). Breakfast stuff, Prime Rib, Ham, oh my!

  • Speedy’s Chophouse in Grove is hosting an Easter Buffet on Sunday from 9 to 2:30.

Indoor Farmer’s Market - White Buffalo Lodge, near Grove at 33621 S. 595 Rd, is the place to be this Saturday to shop local at the Indoor Farmers Market from 9 to 2. Find farm-fresh eggs, beef, sourdough, baked goods, honey, jams, candles, handmade crafts, and more — plus tasty eats from B&J Chuckwagon. Support local vendors and enjoy a fun day at the lodge!

Library Happenings - New month means new things at the Grove Public Library. Check out the April Calendar of Events HERE.

  • 419 Toker Run - If you are wondering what is happening in Downtown Grove on Saturday afternoon, it is the 419 Poker Run (you know, instead of 420). Live music from a Journey cover band and lots of activities are planned.

  • Blind Swine Duck Creek is open with their all you can eat Crab & Shrimp Boil both Friday & Saturday starting at 4 pm.

  • And, don’t forget, The Quarterdeck is now open Friday through Sunday.

  • Shoreline Solutions for all of your retaining wall, erosion control, AND outdoor living needs.

  • JT Services is the call for all of your plumbing and septic needs.

  • The docks (and boat lifts) are taking a BEATING this year. Find a trusted Grand Lake dock company HERE.

  • I think it is done being really cold, which means it is soon to be really hot. Stay comfortable with our friends at Air Wise Heat & Air.

  • NOW is the time to get your TowBoat US Grand Lake membership secured for 2025. Call (918) 782-8600 today and make it happen.

  • Ready to build? Kennedy Homes is the call to make. They have crews working multiple projects on Grand Lake RIGHT NOW!

  • Get that lawn looking GOOD with hydroseeding and more services from Native Land.

  • Got weeds? Ever Green Weed Control and Fertilization is the call to make before they get out of hand.

This Weekend’s Entertainment

FYI, if I don’t know about it, I can’t include it here, lol. But here is what I do know for this weekend’s entertainment at the lake:

Thursday, April 17

  • Karaoke at Doc’s - 6 pm

  • DJ Kennedy Rockstar Karaoke at Pickles - 9 pm

Friday, April 18

  • Kevin Price at Doc’s - 7 pm

  • Robbi Bell at Scissortail Marina - 7 pm

  • Jamey Hooper at Mooney’s - 8 pm

  • Brian Odle & The Hillbilly Underground at R Bar Dance Hall and Saloon - 8 pm

  • Travis Kidd at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

  • Uncrowned Kings at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm

  • DJ Kennedy Rockstar Karaoke at The Monkey Bar - 8:30 pm

Saturday, April 19

  • Nicole Springer at Mooney’s - 8 pm

  • Steel Roses at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

  • Robbi Bell at The Monkey Bar - 8(?) pm

  • Mr. & Mrs. Smith at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

  • Swade Diablos at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm

Check out these currently featured listings at Grand Lake below, and be sure to see all of the listings currently featured on the Grand Lake Living website HERE.

Luxury Lake Retreat at The Preserve

Custom-built 4-bed, 4-bath lake home on 1 acre with 100+ ft. of shoreline. Features 3,400 sq. ft., wood floors, Monarch cabinets, granite countertops, and GE appliances. Outdoor paradise with a hot tub, gas grill, pizza oven, and a private 12'x33' boat slip. Gated community living at its finest! Call Victoria with RE/MAX Grand Lake at (918) 520-1982 for details, and see the full listing HERE.

Waterfront Retreat - with 20 Acres!

Don’t let the snow fool you… this 948’ waterfront, 3-bed, 3-bath cabin on 20 private acres is a rare find! Fully renovated with birch-paneled walls, slate floors, and granite countertops, plus a boat dock, PWC ports, and multiple outbuildings—perfect for a lake retreat, hobby farm, or tiny home community. Minutes from shopping, golf, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity! Call Ileta Bray at (918) 801-5912 to schedule a tour today or Click Here to view the listing.

New construction in the gated Polo Club community!

This 4-bed, 3-bath ranch-style home features a fireplace, golf cart garage, cedar beams, Energy Star windows, and so much more. Enjoy lake views, a community pool, clubhouse, and nearby dining and shopping. State-of-the-art boat slips available. Call Erika with Coldwell Banker Shangri-La Realty at 918-934-4025 or click HERE to view the listing. Owner/Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Broker.

Custom Home with Stunning Lake Views

Exceptional 6-bed, 6-bath home offers endless possibilities. With 3 living areas, 2 dining areas, & plenty of space for the entire family. This property could also be a fantastic income producer, as the desirable & gated community allows VRBO rentals. The primary suite offers 2 spacious closets & its own private entrance to the deck that overlooks the entire property & lake. Downstairs, you'll find five additonal bedrooms, & a huge game room with a built-in bar. The upstairs studio office is equipped with a full bathroom and a private balcony. Additionally, 41 income producing boat slips & 2 adjacent waterview buildable lots are available for purchase. Rare opportunity—call Jeff at McGraw Realtors today at 918-499-0070 to learn more, or view the full listing HERE. Owner/Seller is a Licensed Real Estate Broker.

New Construction in The Coves

Don’t miss this new construction beauty located in The Coves at Bird Island. This modern 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features a spacious open floor plan, soaring 20+ foot ceilings, and abundant natural light throughout. Check out the listing on Zillow HERE.

Looking for more on Grand Lake?

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Trouble on the Water?

  • Emergencies - Dial 911

  • Tow Boat US Grand Lake - (918) 782-8600

  • GRDA Non-Emergency - (918) 256-0911

  • GRDA Lake Rules, updated 9/22