18 Fun & Entertainment
The 4th of July is the highlight of the summer at Johnson Lake and anticipation grows as the holiday approaches. The campgrounds are packed and residences are overflowing with friends and family visiting to enjoy the festivities. The Fireworks Committee has been working for months to raise funds for the fireworks and plan the big display. The Johnson Lake Chamber of Commerce has been busy organizing the
Boat Parade.
decorated boats gather at the Marina Bay. The parade then makes its way around the lake for all to see as the crowd on shore clap and wave their flags with appreciation. Every year decorated boats are over the top with creative and clever themes. At the conclusion of the parade prizes are awarded by the Johnson Lake Chamber. As the day continues, you can see many boats anchor in the shallow water by the
island as people enjoy music, wading, swimming and merriment! The aroma of hamburgers
As darkness falls on the evening of the 3rd of July, people gather from surrounding areas, campgrounds and
on the grills, sounds of firecrackers, laughter,
neighborhoods and watch as hundreds of boats make their way to the dam area where the fireworks are displayed. The beautiful fireworks and their reflection in the lake is a sight to behold. Mid-morning on the 4th, the creativity of many boat owners comes to life as the
speeding watercraft and splashing of the wakes on the shoreline combine to make yet another year of 4th of July cherished memories with family and friends. Even Norman Rockwell would be envious of this special celebration at Johnson Lake.
2023 Gosper County Fair
days. Rodeo: Thursday & Friday. Carnival: Thursday, Friday, & Saturday.
The best little hometown, family friendly fair around. Our hometown, home-owned and
volunteer run carnival is fun for kids and affordable for parents. July 27-29 • FFA and 4-H events all
2023 Calendar of Events • Elwood
April 8 • Easter Egg Hunt
November, TBA • Chili Cook-off November, TBA • Give Big Elwood
July 27-29 • Gosper County Fair & Rodeo. FFA and 4-H events all days. Rodeo: Thursday & Friday. Carnival: Thursday, Friday, & Saturday.
May • Chamber Golf Outing/Banquet
December • Old Fashioned Christmas. See Santa, ride the Fire Truck, and enjoy business open houses and holiday events throughout beautiful Downtown Elwood.
Memorial Day - Labor Day • Yard of the Week
August • Farmers Market - Sundays
June 2-3 • Community Garage Sales
September • Team Jack Radiothon
July 4 • Fourth of July Fireworks
2023 Calendar of Events • Johnson Lake
Memorial Day Weekend • Garage Sales around the lake, EMS 5-K Walk/ Run and lunch, Chamber BBQ at Community Park Dedication
• Peace Love & Lavender Watch Peace Love & Lavender Facebook Page for schedule • Canyon Lake Brewery Watch Canyon Lake Facebook Page for schedule • Nautical Rose Watch Nautical Rose Facebook Page for schedule
July 3 • Light-Up–the-Lake Fireworks 10 p.m. July 4 • 4th of July Boat Parade 10 a.m. Register at the Marina boat dock 9-10 a.m.
June • Craft Fairs, Farmers Markets
July • Annual Chamber of Commerce Outdoor Concert Event, Craft Fairs, Farmers Markets
Summer Events
WATCH FOR CHAMBER UPDATES AT JOHNSONLAKE.ORG & ON FACEBOOK AT JOHNSON LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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