This Weekend at Grand Lake - May 8, 2025

Good Morning!

Get these clouds out of here today and tomorrow and then it is shaping up to be beautiful spring-time run here at the lake.

As in, mid-80s next week. SWEET!

My sources tell me that the crappie are hungry again after a little confusion with the water levels, so that’s a good thing. Definitely time to stock up.

And, the lake is stabilizing and boating season is here!

But mostly, of course… Happy Mother’s Day, Mom 😀.

Pretty much all of your lakefront favorite spots are open now with a couple of exceptions - Eddy’s at Shangri-La opens for the season next weekend, I believe.

And, one of your soon-to-be favorites, the new Drunken Rooster on the Water in Grove at Honey Creek, is not quite open yet… but will be very soon.

Oh, and about The Landings on Monkey Island, after making a run at things last year, it doesn’t appear that they are opening again this year. It looks like the property is listed for sale at a cool 8+ million (hey, I think that includes the airport!), so… if you are looking for something to do and have a little extra cash - there you go.

Back to what you are here for, and that is what you need to know for this weekend at Grand Lake. Here you go!

This Weekend at Grand Lake

Lake Level - As of 8 am, the lake level is 744.2’ with a couple of east spillway gates open. The current lake temps are right around 60 degrees, and the lake is pretty murky.

🎉 Back to the Boats: Second Annual Food & Wine Festival at Shangri-La - Set sail into the season at Shangri-La’s Second Annual Food & Wine Festival! This weekend-long celebration features live music, retail vendors, and delicious fare on the shores of Grand Lake. Get all the details HERE.

Mayfest at the Lake - Saturday from 10 to 4 it is Mayfest at the Lake at Grand Towne Center on Hwy 82 north of Langley. It’s a full day of family fun featuring a classic car show, local vendors, tasty food trucks, live DJ, games, and more. Bring the whole crew to enjoy music, shopping, and delicious eats. And make sure to visit Beau’s Market and Deli for their special treats (they will be setup outside) and it is also the Grand Opening Celebration for GoNuts for Donuts. It will be a big day!

Grand Lake Birders May Meeting – New Location! - Join the Grand Lake Birders for their monthly meeting on Saturday from 10:30–11:30 AM at the Grove Community Center (104 W. 3rd St, Grove, OK). This month’s gathering will cover birding basics, identification tips, and backyard birding. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow bird lovers, sign up for bird walks, win prizes, and get involved in community science and leadership. Questions? Email: [email protected]

“Art Dog” at Playmakers Theatre – One Show Only! - Don't miss your chance to see Art Dog, a charming musical mystery where all the characters are dogs! Presented in collaboration with Grove Public Schools, this delightful show takes the stage for the public on Saturday, May 10th at 2:00 PM at Playmakers Theatre in Grove. Perfect for families and young audiences, Art Dog follows a mild-mannered museum guard by day who becomes a mysterious, paintbrush-wielding superhero by night. Call 918-786-8950 to reserve your seat — space is limited!

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

Other Things

• Don’t miss The Grove Farmer’s Market on the Community Center Lawn, Saturday at 9 am.

Business Briefs

• Need to rent a boat? Check out these featured Boat Rental businesses.

• All Seasons Patio in Langley is now open 7 days a week so you can get the outdoor living gear that you need for life at the lake!

• 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.

• Get your AC tuned up and be ready for the summer heat with our friends at Air Wise Heat & Air.

• 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. So, if you know about it… LET ME KNOW! Just send an email with entertainment updates to [email protected]. Anyhoo… here is what I do know for this weekend’s entertainment at the lake:

Thursday, May 8

• Karaoke at Doc’s - 6 pm

• Darrel Hopper at Copper Penny - 8 pm

Friday, May 9

• Rockwell at Doc’s - 7 pm

• Jake Brake at Mooney’s - 8 pm

• Johnny Dale Roberts at Sharky’s - 8 pm

• The Swade Diablos at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

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

• Buck Wild Band at R Bar Dance Hall and Saloon - 9 pm

• Jeff Tatum & The Palomino Moon Band at Grand Lake Casino - 9 pm

Saturday, May 10

• Old Bulldog Band at The Anchor - 7 pm

• Lil Red & Sidepiece at Scissortail Marina - 7 pm

• Sierra Bravo at Mooney’s - 8 pm

• Chase Wilson at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

• Trenton Tanner at Sharky’s - 8 pm

• Magen Faulconer at Big Shots - 8 pm

• Michael Wayne at The Monkey Bar - 8:30 pm

• Wade Hayes at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• TJ Scarlett at Grand Lake Casino - 9 pm

• DJ K Bandito at Big Shots - 10 pm

Sunday, May 11

• Blues Doctors at Sharky’s - 3 pm

• Magen Faulconer at Mooney’s - 4 pm

More Featured Real Estate For Sale

Check out these currently featured listings at Grand Lake that are offered by proud supporters of the Grand Lake Living website and brand:

• Luxury waterfront home in Patricia Island Estates with boat slip, hot tub, lake views, and designer upgrades—just minutes from downtown Grove! Call Ileta Bray at (918) 801-5912. View Listing

• New construction in the gated Polo Club community with lake views, 4 beds, 3 baths, cedar beams, golf cart garage, and access to a pool, clubhouse, and boat slips. Call Erika at (918) 934-4025. View Listing

• Spacious 7-bed lakefront retreat on Grand Lake with 3,520 sq ft, two kitchens, private dock, and stunning views—just across from Shangri-La. Call Jeff Horany at (918) 499-0070. View Listing

• Modern new construction in The Coves at Bird Island with 4 beds, 3 baths, open layout, and 20+ ft ceilings filled with natural light. View on Zillow

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