Eternity (PG-13)

In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.

Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th Street

Holiday Bazaar & Vendor Market

Come do some Holiday Shopping with all of the amazing vendors/crafters! Over 50 vendors, DOOR PRIZES, & Lunch available (money going back to the school DC trip)!

Clear Lake Middle School, 1601 3rd Ave N.

Winter Farmers Market

Come find locally produced and handmade products from all of your favorite Clear Lake Farmers Market vendors! Winter Market will be held at the historic Surf Ballroom on Sunday, December 14th from 11:00-3:00. Just in time for Christmas!

Surf Ballroom

Christmas Song Bingo w/visit from Santa

Join us for Christmas Song Bingo for a chance to win fun prizes. Santa will be dropping by to say hello from noon to 3pm.

Lake Pin and Play 514 Buddy Holly Place

Visit with Santa

Visit with Santa at his house in Clear Lake's City Park!

Clear Lake City Park

Ribbon Cutting & Open House: Healthy Touch Heals

Join us as we welcome Healthy Touch Heals to the Clear Lake business community! Founded and led by Shawna Conner, LMT, BCTMB, Healthy Touch Heals offers integrative wellness services designed to support mind, body, and spirit through therapeutic massage, emotional we......More

Join us as we welcome Healthy Touch Heals to the Clear Lake business community! Founded and led by Shawna Conner, LMT, BCTMB, Healthy Touch Heals offers integrative wellness services designed to support mind, body, and spirit through therapeutic massage, emotional wellness coaching, and restorative bodywork. Stop by to meet Shawna, tour her new space, and learn more about her holistic approach to healing and wellbeing. Monday, December 15 from 4:00–5:00 PM About the Business Healthy Touch Heals blends evidence-based therapeutic techniques with trauma-informed care, emotional intelligence, and intuitive listening. Shawna brings over 30 years of experience as a licensed massage therapist, educator, life coach, doula, and wellness leader. Help us celebrate a new chapter for a longtime wellness practitioner—and a wonderful addition to Clear Lake’s growing wellness community! All are welcome. Chamber members are encouraged to attend and show support.

1524 U.S. Highway 18 W. Clear Lake, Iowa 50428

Writing Group

Bring a pencil and some paper (or grab your laptop) and join a community of writers. Use the time to work on a project or join in on the prompts and games provided. The group meets from 6:00 - 7:00 pm on Monday nights whenever the library is open.

Clear Lake Public Library 200 N 4th St

Book Chat: Best of 2025

Book Chat meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm in the library meeting room. This month, come prepared to chat about your favorite reads of 2025!

Clear Lake Public Library 200 N 4th St

Chamber Business After Hours: Holiday Edition

Business After Hours hosted by Hall Realty, United Beverage, Clear Lake Arts Center, and the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce First Mates!  Date: Tuesday, December 16  Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.  Location: Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St, Clear Lake, IA Th......More

Business After Hours hosted by Hall Realty, United Beverage, Clear Lake Arts Center, and the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce First Mates!  Date: Tuesday, December 16  Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m.  Location: Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St, Clear Lake, IA The Clear Lake Arts Center will be filled with the sounds of a live jazz band, setting the perfect backdrop for connecting with fellow Chamber members.  What to Expect: • Delicious catered bites from Rookies & Seven’s • Festive holiday sangria + a curated selection of wines • United Beverage beer offerings No RSVP required. Just stop by and enjoy a festive evening of networking, music, and holiday cheer!

Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St, Clear Lake, IA

Clear Lake Noon Lions' Toys for Tots Collection

The Clear Lake Noon Lions Club, a service organization that has been dedicated to community betterment for 104 years, will host a one-hour Toys for Tots collection on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Community members are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Clear Lake VF......More

The Clear Lake Noon Lions Club, a service organization that has been dedicated to community betterment for 104 years, will host a one-hour Toys for Tots collection on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Community members are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Clear Lake VFW South Entrance to support local children this holiday season. The Noon Lions are well known for their commitment to serving the Clear Lake area through hands-on projects and fundraising efforts, including their Lions Chicken BBQ held each July. Their support of the Toys for Tots program is another way the club helps ensure families in North Iowa experience a brighter, more joyful holiday.

Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave. Clear Lake, IA 50428

Books on Tap: Best of 2025

Books on Tap meets at Lake Time Brewery on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 pm. This month, come prepared to chat about your favorite reads of 2025!

Lake Time Brewery 801 Main Ave

BINGO Night at Reserve 173°

Get ready Clear Lake! We're bringing the one and only Bingo Daddy to Reserve 173° Bar & Grill for a weekly night of laughs, prizes, and good vibes.

Reserve 173 Bar & Grill, 306 1st Ave N

VFW Bags Night

VFW weekly bean bag night is every Wednesday. Sign up at 6:30pm, play begins at 7pm. $1 entry per person, prize money awarded each week. Bring a snack to share if you like!

Clear Lake VFW

Homeschool Hangout

December's meeting is being hosted by the Clear Lake/Ventura Police Department! Learn about the department and what police officers do to serve our community. Please RSVP to Brianna at [email protected] Homeschool Hangout meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1......More

December's meeting is being hosted by the Clear Lake/Ventura Police Department! Learn about the department and what police officers do to serve our community. Please RSVP to Brianna at [email protected] Homeschool Hangout meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m.  Some months include a field trip to local organizations/businesses for tours or programs. Join the email list by emailing Brianna at [email protected]

Clear Lake Police Department 511 1st Ave N, Clear Lake IA 50401

Pajama Story Time

Throw on your pajamas, bring a stuffie if you'd like, and come join us for a fun night story time at the library.

Clear Lake Public Library Children's Department

Trivia Thursday

Think you know it all? Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test every Thursday at Lake Time Brewery for a night of fun, friendly competition, and craft beer! The trivia topics change weekly, so make sure to check our Facebook page for updates. Whether you'......More

Think you know it all? Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test every Thursday at Lake Time Brewery for a night of fun, friendly competition, and craft beer! The trivia topics change weekly, so make sure to check our Facebook page for updates. Whether you're a history buff, pop culture fanatic, or just love a good challenge, there's something for everyone. Great prizes, great brews, and great times await—see you there!

Lake Time Brewery

Steve-O: The Crash and Burn! Tour

From Jackass legend to bestselling author and stand-up sensation, Steve-O (Stephen Glover) has spent over two decades shocking, entertaining, and making fans laugh out loud. Steve-O has been sober since 2008 and his career has endured, proving you can be fearless, funny......More

From Jackass legend to bestselling author and stand-up sensation, Steve-O (Stephen Glover) has spent over two decades shocking, entertaining, and making fans laugh out loud. Steve-O has been sober since 2008 and his career has endured, proving you can be fearless, funny, and sober, all at once. Now he’s hitting the road with his all-new Crash & Burn! Tour—a one-of-a-kind comedy show packed with wildly inappropriate humor and jaw-dropping true stories, with exclusive never-before-seen footage. Don’t miss your chance to experience this outrageous multimedia event. It’s Steve-O live—wild, raw, and funnier than ever.

Surf Ballroom 460 North Shore Drive

Karaoke Night at Rumorz

Grab the mic, grab a drink, and let your inner rockstar shine ⭐ 🍻 Ice cold drinks 🎶 All your favorite songs 🎤 No judgment — just good vibes 🕗 Kicks off at 9PM! Bring your crew, belt it out, and make it a night to remember.

Rumorz Bar & Grill, 1210 South Shore Dr.

All Request DJ Night at Rookies

With DJ from Mojo Productions DJ Service

Rookies Rockin' Sports Bar, 307 Main Ave.

Visit with Santa

Visit with Santa at his house in Clear Lake's City Park!

Clear Lake City Park

Artist Talk & Reception

Join us for a combined reception and artist talk celebrating both current exhibitions, Changing Perspectives and China from the South China Sea. Meet both artists, explore their work, and enjoy an afternoon of conversation, reflection, and connection in the gallery. All......More

Join us for a combined reception and artist talk celebrating both current exhibitions, Changing Perspectives and China from the South China Sea. Meet both artists, explore their work, and enjoy an afternoon of conversation, reflection, and connection in the gallery. All are welcome! Changing Perspectives by Delores Frederick Explore the art of Delores (Dee) Frederick in her retrospective exhibition in the J.R. Larson Media Studio. Known for her expressive watercolor work, Dee captures both emotion and detail through her unique blend of technique and intuition. This exhibition highlights her journey as an artist, teacher, and dedicated contributor to Iowa’s arts community. Don’t miss the chance to experience the depth of her lifelong work. China from the South China Sea: Collecting and Re-contextualizing Shards and Lost Cultural Ephemera by Dr. Martie Geiger-Ho Dr. Martie Geiger-Ho had been developing her Shangri-La series for several years when she discovered a meaningful way to integrate antique Chinese pottery shards—collected over more than a decade of beach combing into her sculptural work. Though familiar with the fragments washed ashore from the South China Sea, she waited to use them until she could apply them with intention, depth, and insight. Her vision came to life in a series of ceramic sculptures that embed the shards within seascape-inspired forms, creating artwork that becomes self-referential. By merging the terrain of the South China Sea coastline with the very earthenware, porcelain, and stoneware fragments recovered from its shores, Geiger-Ho crafts pieces that honor China’s long and distinguished ceramic tradition while playfully reflecting on how “china” can be transformed into new “china.” On view in the Stanton Gallery and the J.R. Larson Media Studio through end of 2025.

Clear Lake Arts Center 17 S 4th St Clear Lake, Iowa 50428

21 + Ugly Sweater Party

21+ Ugly Sweater Party with live music from Jake Schrodt.

Lake Pin and Play

All Request DJ Night at Rookies

With DJ from Mojo Productions DJ Service

Rookies Rockin' Sports Bar, 307 Main Ave.

Visit with Santa

Visit with Santa at his house in Clear Lake's City Park!

Clear Lake City Park

Play Café

Play Café is held the fourth Monday of the month from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Adults can come enjoy a warm beverage while the kids play in the library community room. For children ages 0-5 with their caregiver.

Clear Lake Public Library 200 N 4th Street Meeting Rooms

Interactive Family Movie

Interactive movies get the audience involved by providing cues and prompts for them to say or do things as the movie plays. You may need to eat a special snack, blow bubbles, make noises, or some other crazy action! All props, popcorn, and lemonade will be provided. All......More

Interactive movies get the audience involved by providing cues and prompts for them to say or do things as the movie plays. You may need to eat a special snack, blow bubbles, make noises, or some other crazy action! All props, popcorn, and lemonade will be provided. All ages welcome.

Clear Lake Public Library 200 N 4th Street

Writing Group

Bring a pencil and some paper (or grab your laptop) and join a community of writers. Use the time to work on a project or join in on the prompts and games provided. The group meets from 6:00 - 7:00 pm on Monday nights whenever the library is open.

Clear Lake Public Library 200 N 4th St

BINGO Night at the VFW

Good times for a good cause! Proceeds from every game support local charities and veteran programs. VFW BINGO happens the 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Must be 21+ to play.

219 Main Avenue

Lego® Day at the Library

Enjoy a Lego® open build at the library for a morning. We provide the materials, you provide the imagination! Children under 8 need to be accompanied by an adult. Three different sizes of building blocks will be provided so the whole family can come!

Clear Lake Public Library 200 N 4th Street

Church at the Surf: Christmas Eve

This Christmas Eve, come and experience the joy of Christmas at Zion • Clear Lake! Our theme this year is "The Beauty of Christmas", and we can't wait to celebrate with you. Enjoy uplifting music, an inspiring message about God’s incredible love, and a warm community at......More

This Christmas Eve, come and experience the joy of Christmas at Zion • Clear Lake! Our theme this year is "The Beauty of Christmas", and we can't wait to celebrate with you. Enjoy uplifting music, an inspiring message about God’s incredible love, and a warm community atmosphere. Bring your family and friends to share in the joy, hope, and love that this special season brings. Everyone is welcome, and we’d love to see you there! Date: December 24th Time: 4pm (doors open at 3:30pm) Location: Surf Ballroom & Museum Let’s make this Christmas unforgettable together!

Surf Ballroom & Museum 460 N Shore Dr Clear Lake, Iowa