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Lakefest 2025

July 5 @ 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Free

The Glen Elder State Park premiere event and biggest fundraiser for the Waconda Cultural Association is Lakefest, held over Independence Day weekend each year. This year will have a cornhole tournament, live music, food trucks and kids activities. Bring your own chair and BYOB. Fireworks at dusk.

Details

Date:
July 5
Time:
4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Website:
https://www.waconda.com/

Organizer

Waconda Cultural Association
Phone
785-545-3345
Email
wacondaca@gmail.com
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Venue

Glen Elder State Park
2025 100 Road
Glen Elder, KS United States
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