Fun Fall Events Happening at the Lake of the Ozarks

The Lake area is full of fun and adventure all year long.  It's a lot more than just a Summer vacation destination.  When you own a home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can find all kinds of activities and events to keep you busy.  There are lots of gorgeous places to view all of the beauty of the colorful leaves, and Halloween offers plenty of family-friendly fun. 

State Parks

There are 2 spacious state parks close to home for Lake area residents.  Lake of the Ozarks State Park and Ha Ha Tonka State Park feature lots of hiking trails and picnic areas for visitors to enjoy.  You will find amazing Fall color in the trees and on the ground everywhere that you look.  The view just driving to and from all of the towns in the area offer very similar landscapes to enjoy.  

Pumpkin Patches

I have talked about adding seasonal curb appeal to your home by adding pumpkins and mums before.  There are a couple of places around the Lake that have these for sale in addition to a lot of fun activities for both the young and young at heart.  

• Hy-Vee Hallow in Osage Beach

Hy-Vee fills a section of their parking lot every year with Fall activities and great photo opportunities.  You will find a straw bale maze, a corn pit, seesaws, and a hay mountain to climb.  Let the kids run and play, then pick up your pumpkins, mums, and large squash to decorate with.  You can even get your Halloween candy while you're there.

• Mecca Farms in Roach

This farm is open to the public on Saturdays & Sundays in October from 10 am - 5 pm.  There are lots of farm animals to pet and feed, a corn crib, face painting, a small corn maze, a big slide, and concessions.  When you are ready to get your pumpkin, venture out into the field and pick your own.  

Fall Events

Hayrides, costume contests, and trick-or-treating are going on all over the place!  Here are a few fun ones.

• Bonfire & Hayride at the Lodge of Four Seasons

Saturdays, October 17 - November 14, enjoy a hayride to the bonfire on their beach.  It features s'mores, hot chocolate, hot cider, and complimentary pumpkins for kids under 12.  Hayrides leave every 20 minutes between 5 pm - 7 pm.  $5 per person over the age of 5.  They will be giving away special Halloween Goodies on October 31 to kids in costume. 573-365-3000. 

•  Haunted Hayride at the Laurie Fairgrounds

October 23-24, S.T.A.F.F. (Society for Treatment of Abandoned and Fractured Friends) will host the 17th Annual Haunted Hayride.  It starts at dark and runs until 9 pm featuring popcorn, drinks, and glow sticks.  Adults are $5, and ages 11 and under are $2.  Groups of 10 or more can call for a special rate. 573-374-2629. 

• Lucas Oil "Spookway" Trick or Treating in Wheatland

A safe trick or treating experience is offered on October 24 at the Lucas Oil Speedway.  This is open to the public and free to attend.  Groups and fundraising organizations are invited to offer booths, raffles, prizes, or merchandise.  Gates will open at 5 pm.  417-282-5984.

•   Howl-O-Ween in Camdenton

The Dogwood Animal Shelter will host their annual Howl-O-Ween event for both people and pets.  Saturday, October 24 from 2 pm - 4 pm is this free celebration.  There will be a pet parade, costume contests, fun contests for the animals, grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, vendor & craft booths, raffles, and more.  573-348-4411  

• PTO Trunk-or-Treat in Eldon

This free, family event is sponsored by the Eldon Elementary PTO on October 24 from 6 pm - 8 pm.  There will be a large trunk-or-treat, and the City of Eldon will offer a hayride, maze and bounce house, all for free.  If you would like to set up a trunk, call Shannon at 573-434-1201.  

• Hy-Vee Hallow Trick-or-Treat Maze in Osage Beach

October 29 from 4 pm - 7 pm there is safe trick-or-treating in the Hy-Vee parking lot.  It is $2 per child to participate, and all proceeds benefit the Dream Factory.  573-302-7977

• Haunted Maze & Hayride in Macks Creek

Tunnel Dam Gardens will offer this family-fun activity October 30-31 from 7 pm - 11 pm.  It is $5 per carload.  Everyone can vote for their favorite entries in the "Spookiest Family Plot" contest.  573-363-5408 or 573-836-2009.

• Ice Rink Opening in Camdenton

Old Kinderhook will be opening their outdoor ice rink for the season on October 31.  Everyone is encouraged to join the fun in costume.  573-317-3525.

• Spooktacular Trick or Treat in Camdenton

October 31 from 4 pm - 8 pm the Ryland Center will host free, safe, family-friendly trick or treating.  There will be contests, music, games, and lots of fun.  

• Halloween on the Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark

Many businesses all along the Bagnell Dam Strip will be taking part in the Halloween festivities.  The kids can trick or treat and enter the costume contest between 2 pm - 4 pm on October 31.  The adults get their turn later, with many businesses hosting their own costume contests beginning at 7 pm.  573-365-9796.
   

There you have it.  Summer is over, but the Lake of the Ozarks is still bustling with activity.  Enjoy this beautiful Fall season that the area has to offer, and venture out to a few events.  Take if from this Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent, the Lake area is an amazing place to call home.  If you are ready to make the move here yourself, give me a call.  

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