3 Fun-Filled Ways to Celebrate Fourth of July

Fourth of July is just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate our nation's birthday! The idea of spending time with family and friends, enjoying a beautiful display of fireworks lighting up the night, and simply living in the moment of the freedom we've been gifted, it just doesn't get much better than that! In honor of this great holiday, Isla Del Sol wants to make sure you've got something spectacular to do. So here are 3 fun-filled ways to celebrate YOUR Fourth of July!

1. Host a Barbecue
Don't want to get out and about during this busy holiday weekend? No problem! Invite your nearest and dearest over for an evening of fun and park it at your very own humble abode! Set up some yard games, get the fire pit started, grill up some delicious grub and watch the fireworks from the comfort of your own back yard. With all the fireworks displays taking place around the Lake you're likely to be able to see them from wherever you are! Speaking of...

2. Check Out the Lake's Fourth of July Celebrations
This year watch a fantastic fireworks display from virtually anywhere around the Lake! Multiple firework displays will be taking place around the Lake throughout the week at more than 10 locations! To find a location near you, visit https://www.funlake.com/independence-day-fireworks-full-list.

Then hop on by the Horny Toad Entertainment Complex July 3rd and 4th for quality music from SoulRoot. Celebrate America with all American rock’n’roll. Check out Soul Root before the show at www.soulrootband.com. Or check out your favorite water front bar or restaurant at the Lake for other great live music and entertainment. Regardless as to where you end up, you're bound to find a good time!

3. Take a Trip to St. Louis
You don't want to miss out on the long-anticipated opening of the new-look Museum at the Gateway Arch happening on July 3! The state-of-the-art attraction’s ribbon cutting will coincide with Fair Saint Louis (July 4th, 6th and 7th), a FREE admission event celebrating our nation’s independence each Fourth of July – all for FREE! This year, 'America's Biggest Birthday Party' is hosting concerts by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra - July 4th, Jason Derulo and Andy Grammar - July 6th, and Martina McBride - July 7th at the Gateway Arch National Park! For more information, visit: www.FairSaintLouis.org.

Have a Happy Fourth of July!

There are many fun activities happening for Fourth of July at and near the Lake of the Ozarks. Owning a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks makes spending time here even better. You can come down anytime you want and not have to worry about finding a place to stay, which can be especially difficult on holiday weekends. Enjoy all that Lake of the Ozarks has to offer when you own one of the best condos at the Lake of the Ozarks.

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Don't Miss the 32nd Annual Lake of the Ozarks Fall Harbor Hop!

Lake of the Ozarks: come for vacation, stay for the off-season community! Isla Del Sol condominiums at Lake of the Ozarks is no stranger to the celebrations that happen off-season.  With the seasons changing all of the tourists are heading back to whence they came and the lake is settling into a cozy autumn. One of the final lake-specific events of the year is the Harbor Hop happening this year on Saturday, October 14, 2017. With views that sit over the main channel, the best luxury condos at the Lake of the Ozarks gives you the best sights as people dart and race all over the lake to hit every location. Let's learn more about Harbor Hop!

The Event

The 32nd Anniversary Harbor Hop is one of the best ways to get out and see the color changes occurring all throughout the Lake area, while you and your friends scramble from location to location to complete your "hands". Harbor Hop helps showcase that Lake of the Ozarks is more than just a summer getaway- It's a permanent paradise for all of our residents!

Locations

This year, Harbor Hop has over 40 locations involved and participants must travel via boat or land in an attempt to draw 7 cards (A full poker hand). One card can be drawn at each of the participating locations, and when the 7th card is drawn, the hand is turned in. It's a long drawn out poker game meant to get people traveling all over the Lake!

Rules

The rules are simple. Players can sign up by visiting any of the participating "checkpoints" and pay an optional $20 donation. Players can enter more than once (meaning that one player can play multiple hands).  The 1st card is drawn where the hand is purchased; and 6 more cards are given at the 6 other checkpoints a player "hops" to. When the 7th or final card is drawn, (an optional 8th card may be drawn for $5) the hand is turned in. This must be done before 7PM on the day of the Harbor Hop! Winners are notified via mail.

Prizes

Prizes are based on donations received. The top ten poker hands receive prizes, as well as the 4 worst hands. Random drawing will also award ten more hands. Finally, there is a bonus "section" winner in which a winner will be chosen from drawing all of your cards within one section of checkpoints. Did we mention that all the prizes are cash?

If you had access to the main channel via boat, It would be easy to hit several sections of the event within the time-frame. The best waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks sit in the perfect spot for this Lake holiday! The 360 degree view will be filled with boaters bounding all over trying to collect their hands, you should join them!

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No Plans for Memorial Day Weekend? We've Got You Covered!

This weekend is Memorial Day Weekend! Do you and your friends and family have plans yet? If not, the best waterfront luxury condo complex at the Lake of the Ozarks has some awesome suggestions for you! You can choose to get out on the Lake and spend your day on the water, or visit some of the many local attractions we have offshore. But if you're looking for something different this year, there are some great upcoming family friendly events at the Lake of the Ozarks for you to look into. Check them out!

Sunset & Fireworks Cruise
May 28th - Enjoy a beautiful sunset cruise on the Celebration II, with a huge fireworks display at Bagnell Dam to end the evening. Board 7:30 pm; Depart 8:00 pm; Return after fireworks. Pricing: Adults: $35; Child 3-9: $25; Children Under 3: FREE. Call Celebration Cruise for reservations.

Red Dirt Lakefest
May 26-29th - Red Dirt LakeFest is a 3 day / 3 night music event featuring Red Dirt & Texas Music genres. Three stages will host a multitude of artists from solo acoustic to full bands. Will be held at the Bass Point Resort in Gravois Mills. Visit www.reddirtlakefest.com to reserve a cabin, or get event only tickets. Single day tickets will be available at the gate as well!

Putting for Patriots
Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, in Osage Beach, MO, will host the Eleventh Annual Putting for Patriots fundraiser from Friday, May 12 through Monday, May 29. Support three charities, which serve our wounded veterans, their families and survivors of the fallen. These organizations include: “Hope For The Warriors”, “Homes for Our Troops” and “TAPS—Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors.” Visit http://www.piratescove.net/putting-for-patriots for more information.

Dwight Yoakam & Frankie Ballard in Concert
May 28th - Dwight Yoakam with special guest, Frankie Ballard live in concert at Ozarks Amphitheater! Doors at 6:30 pm. Show at 7:30 pm. Order tickets online at https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1445727-dwight-yoakam-camdenton/

Hurricane Deck Lions Club Pancake
May 27th - The Hurricane Deck Lions Club is have an (All You Can Eat) pancake and/or biscuit and gravy breakfast from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, and/or biscuits and gravy, orange juice, coffee or tea. Adults $6.00, children 10 and under $3.00. All proceeds are used for Lions Club projects which benefit the community.

There you have it - 5 local events to check out this Memorial Day Weekend! Don't forget, we have open house every day from 11am-4pm, so between events, swing by to take a look at the most luxurious waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks. Our doors are open and we're excited to show you our very own slice of Paradise. See what island living at the Lake of the Ozarks is all about at Isla Del Sol!

Don't forget while enjoying this extended weekend to take time to honor those who have given their lives for our freedom - We are forever thankful to the fallen soldiers and their families for their sacrifice!

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Fun Summer Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

There are a lot of exciting events happening this summer! If you own a luxury condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, it makes it easy to enjoy these fun, water events and even those off the lake. From boat shows and fishing tournaments to boat races and air shows, it's going to be a jam-packed summer.

LOMDA In-Water Boat Show
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LOMDA In-Water Boat Show
April 21-23 & September 22-24

The spring & fall in-water boat show is hosted by Lake of the Ozarks Marine Dealers Association. The spring event is held at Dog Days Bar & Grill while the fall event will be at Captain Ron's. Visitors will get a chance to see a variety of boats including new cruisers, performance, runabouts and personal watercraft.

Spring Big Bass Bash
April 22-23

The Big Bass Bash's unique format allows amateurs or weekend anglers a chance to win big money like the pros. Unlike most fishing tournaments which have team arrangements where prizes are based on total weight, the Big Bass Bash format is distinctive in that it only takes one fisherman with just one big bass to win.

Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals
May 4-7

The 28th Annual Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals is a unique show for all makes, models and years of vehicles, trucks and motorcycles. The Bagnell Dam Strip is closed to normal traffic during the show hours, so only show vehicles are within the boundaries, which creates an atmosphere that some say is like being on the set of "American Graffiti."

Spring Harbor Hop
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20th Annual Spring Harbor Hop
May 6

The Spring Harbor Hop kicks off the boating season and is one of the Lake of the Ozarks largest events of the year. There will be dozens of the Lake's best restaurants and marinas that will be set up as checkpoints for participants to draw cards and try and win the best and worst hands. This event is open to everyone!

Lake Race 2017
June 1-4

Enjoy 4 days of huge Powerboat Racing events at the Lake of the Ozarks. There are fun events throughout the Lake area leading up to the big races. However, don't leave right away, as Sunday there will be a 5K run and Props & Hoses Poker Run.

Canine Cannonball & Dueling Dogs
June 8-11 & August 11-13

The annual Dock Dogs Canine Cannonball jumping contest is held from June 8-11 at Dog Days. Canine athletes compete in Big Air, Extreme Verticle and Speed Retrieve at this fun, family-friendly event. Dueling Dogs is the latest and most exciting competition in canine aquatic sports. It will be held August 11-13 at Dog Days.

Lake of the Ozarks Shootout
August 26-27

The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is held at Captain Ron's Bar & Grill at the 33MM - 34.5MM. It will bring top powerboat racers and offshore racing powerboats from across the country that top 200 MPH. This is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the midwest with over 100 racers and 100,00 spectators. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Lake Area Rescue Teams and other charitable organizations.

Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest
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11th Annual Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest
September 13-17

Visit the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks this September for the ultimate Bikefest event. Events include spectacular scenic rides, more than 200 biker friendly bars and restaurants, great parties, vendors and rockin' concerts. Participants can even enter for a chance to win a custom Harley-Davidson Motorcycle.

Lake of the Ozarks Air Show
September 23

Enjoy a day of celebrating our military, aviation and more at the Lake of the Ozarks Air Show. Featuring multiple air show acts, vendor booths, a ping pong drop and other kid-friendly activities.

When you own a luxury waterfront condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, it makes it easy to enjoy all of these community-wide events on and off the water. If you want your own condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can learn more about Isla Del Sol by calling 573-552-8418 or by visiting www.IslaDelSolLakeOzarks.com.

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Hot Summer Nights Vettes For Veterans

If you buy a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can enjoy all the Lake of the Ozarks events like Hot Summer Nights! Hot Summer Nights is an annual summer event that recreates the days of cruising that the Bagnell Dam Strip is famous for. Regardless of the make or model, all cars, trucks and motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome to participate and show off their ride by cruising the Stip. Hot Summer Nights is ending its season Friday, September 9 with the theme "Vettes for Veterans." Isla Del Sol has all the information on this annual Lake of the Ozarks event.

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Hot Summer Nights

Relive the "cruising" era every summer with Hot Summer Nights. All cars, trucks and motorcycles, no matter the make or model, are invited to the Bagnell Dam Strip to participate. Show off your ride by parking on or cruising the Strip for all to see! Hot Summer Nights has grown to be one of the largest monthly "cruise-in" in Missouri. Thousands of spectators and hundreds of cruisers and auto enthusiasts from all over Missouri and surrounding states travel to the Historic Bagnell Dam Strip for the award-winning event. The whole family will enjoy all that the Strip has to offer, in addition to the Hot Summer Nights cruises.  

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Vettes For Veterans

During the final cruise of Hot Summer Nights, it has become a tradition to pay special tribute to honor veterans and military men and women. This tradition began with the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Wounded Warriors program. Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club members utilized their Corvettes, as well as other local volunteers in trucks and cars, to carry a "wounded warrior' down the Strip during the finale of Hot Summer Nights. Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club and the Hot Summer Nights committee wanted to continue honoring veterans, so the former president and current member Don Sturn worked to add it into the program. In 2014, Vettes for Veterans was created allowing Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club members to parade Lake Area veterans of all times of services, military branches and foreign war combat to be honored during Hot Summer Nights. More than 70 men and women were recognized the first year and more than 100 were honored during last year's event, which included 61 Lake Area individuals who represent each branch of the U.S. military and include combat vets from WWII to Afghanistan.

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2016 Hot Summer Nights Finale

The final cruise of Hot Summer Nights will begin with a parade that begins around 6:10 - 6:15 that will head down Bagnell Dam Boulevard to the Strip.The Fort Leonard Wood Color Guard will join the veterans and corvettes at McDonalds and lead them to the Strip. A giant American flag will welcome the veterans to the Strip and announcer will introduce each veteran and driver to the crowd, who will be waving mini-American flags. At this year's event, KC Flight will fly over the crowd during the caravan. 

Family-Friendly Events at the Lake of the Ozarks

Although the summer may be coming to an end, there are still many fun family-friendly events. If you own a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, you can enjoy all that the Lake of the Ozarks has to offer year-round. Isla Del Sol is the Lake area's only private island condo. Our beautiful waterfront condos at the Lake of the Ozarks are close to many of these events like Hot Summer Nights. If you are interested in learning more about Isla Del Sol, visit our website at www.IslaDelSolLakeOzarks.com or call 573-552-8418. 

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Warrior Against Melanoma

Living at a waterfront condo at the Lake of the Ozarks gives you access to fun Lake activities like poker runs! There are many different poker runs throughout the boating season that benefit different organizations. This weekend’s event is the third annual Warriors Against Melanoma. All proceeds from the event will be donated to melanoma research and to families of those battling late-stage melanoma. Isla Del Sol has all the information on this year’s event:

Warriors Against Melanoma

Carola, a stage III melanoma survivor, founded Warriors Against Melanoma (WAM) in 2014. Carola founded WAM to not only raise funds for research but to also raise awareness of the deadliest skin cancer. The organization holds several events each year, including a Trivia Night event and the poker run fundraiser. WAM primarily raises money to donate to melanoma research. However, it also donates to the Miles Against Melanoma Family Assistance Program, which helps families battling late-stage melanoma who need help with medical expenses.

WAM Poker Run

In order to participate in the event, players make a donation of $20 to play a poker hand. They are dealt a card at each Poker Run stop. The top three poker hands win prizes. Winners are announced within a week after the event takes place. Prizes include a new iPad and Lake Area gift certificates worth hundreds of dollars. However, this poker run is a little different. At each stop, players are given a fact on melanoma or skin cancer. If the player can recite these facts at the party at The Topsider Bar & Grill, they receive a free bonus card to add to their poker hand. Try your luck and see if you can win!

Poker Stops:

Bulldog’s Bar & Grill

Nautifish

Larry’s on the Lake

Paradise

Shorty Pants

Dog Days Bar & Grill

The Topsider Bar & Grill

After the poker run, there will be an after party at The Topsider Bar & Grill starting at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy great dancing and delicious food. Come on out and enjoy a good time with friends while supporting a great cause!

Relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks

When you relocateto the Lake of the Ozarks you can participate in fun charity events just like WAM’s Poker Run. The seasons not over yet because there are still many different events going on this summer. If you are interested in owning a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks, visit our website at www.IslaDelSolLakeozarks.com, or call 573-552-8418. Let us help you find your paradise.

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Bike Night at the Lake of the Ozarks

The Lake of the Ozarks is home to many events that happen weekly, monthly and annually. When you own a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, you could be a part of all the awesome Lake events, including Bike Night! Every third Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. from now until September, people from around the Lake area gather for Bike Night. Hop on your motorcycle and ride down to the Bagnell Dam Strip for a fun night out on the town.

Bike Night Dates

July 21^st

August 18^th

September 15^th

Prizes and Giveaways!

During Bike Night, there is a chance to win awesome prizes and giveaways from the sponsors. Win awesome stuff from Karma Custom Motorcycles, The LeatherMan, Lake of the Ozarks Harley-Davidson and more! Learn more about who you could win from here: http://bit.ly/29NWqTX

Win A Free Bike!

Every Bike Night this summer, register at select locations to enter for a chance to win a new KTM RC390 or Custom Harley Fat Boy! The winner of the new bike will be announced during BikeFest in September. For more information on the bike giveaway visit: http://bit.ly/29UdcRX

Great Entertainment!

Many Bagnell Dam Strip establishments will host biker related activities on Bike Night. Enjoy live music and participate in the Poker Walk. Visit participating bars for your chance to win cash and donate to the Lake Area Buddy Pack Program which benefits Lake area children.

For more information about Bike Night visit their website at www.LakeoftheOzarksBikeNight.com

Enjoy All the Lake Has to Offer!

There are many exciting events happening at the Lake of the Ozarks this summer. Enjoy all of them when you own a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks. Isla Del Sol is the perfect location for your vacation or permanent home. It is close to shopping, dining and entertainment. Hop on your boat and enjoy some of the great waterfront bars and restaurants, or take a short drive and enjoy all the fun activities happening on the Strip. Visit our website or call 573-552-8418 to learn more about what makes Isla Del Sol truly unique. 

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