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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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Lakefest 2025

Come to the premiere Glen Elder State Park event of the year, Lakefest! Always held the weekend of Independence Day, this is the biggest fundraiser for the Waconda Cultural Association, which helps keep the Native American culture alive at the lake. You'll find a cornhole tournament, family activities, live music, food trucks and much more! BYOB and don't forget your chair! Fireworks start at dark!

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