Calendar of Events
The Village of Buckeye Lake hosts events and activities throughout the year for residents and visitors to enjoy. We’re proud to share upcoming community events and local happenings.
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Upcoming Events
Summer Lunch Program Begins
Begins: 6/1/2026 - 11:30AM
Ends: 8/14/2026 - 12:30PM
The Salvation Army of Newark and the Village of Buckeye Lake present the 2026 Summer Lunch Program!
Kids up to 18 years of age can join us at the Recreation Center (118 Third Street) starting at 11:30am until 12:30pm on June 1st to receive a free lunch, sponsored by the Salvation Army of Newark!
The program will include various crafts and activities during the lunch hour, along with some special days with programs from Y on the Fly, the Licking County Mobile Library, and more!
On various hot days, bring a towel and extra clothes as the Buckeye Lake Fire Department could be spraying the water hose to cool everyone off!
Please plan to stay and eat at the site!
The program runs tentatively through August 14th, with NO LUNCHES SERVED on June 19th or July 3rd.
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Begins: 6/4/2026 - 7:00PM
Ends: 6/4/2026
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting to be held on June 4th at 7:00pm in Council Chambers at 5192 Walnut Road Buckeye Lake, OH.
#2026038 - Set-Back Variance 300 Cranberry Ln - Submitted by Douglas Krieger
#2026042 - Storage Container Variance 4011 Walnut Rd - Submitted by Norman L Sparling
Public comments are welcome. Meeting will be live on the Village Facebook page.
Council Meeting
Begins: 6/8/2026 - 7:00PM
Ends: 6/8/2026
Council meeting will be held on June 8, 2026 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers at 5192 Walnut Road.
Finance Committee Meeting
Begins: 6/8/2026 - 5:30PM
Ends: 6/8/2026
Finance Committee meeting will be held on June 8, 2026 at 5:30pm in Council Chambers at 5192 Walnut Road.
Personnel Committee Meeting
Begins: 6/8/2026 - 6:30PM
Ends: 6/8/2026
Personnel Committee meeting will be held on June 8, 2026 immediately following the Community Development Committee meeting to be held in Council Chambers at 5192 Walnut Road.
Community Development Committee Meeting
Begins: 6/8/2026 - 6:15PM
Ends: 6/8/2026
Community Development Committee meeting will be held on June 8, 2026 immediately following the Finance Committee meeting in Council Chambers at 5192 Walnut Road.
Buckeye Lake Village Welcomes the Official IHRA Triple Crown Street Party!
Begins: 6/18/2026 - 6:30PM
Ends: 6/18/2026 - 9:00PM
JUST ANNOUNCED: Buckeye Lake Village welcomes the Official IHRA Triple Crown Street Party!
Join us Thursday, June 18, beginning at 6:30 PM for the Official IHRA Triple Crown Street Party in Buckeye Lake Village. Meet some of the biggest names in drag racing during a driver autograph session from 7:30–8:30 PM, take your picture with the trophies, check out race cars displayed throughout the Village, visit sponsor tents and displays, enjoy live music, great food, and experience the energy of race weekend before the action begins at Darana Raceway.
This FREE community event brings together racers, fans, residents, and visitors as competitors begin their pursuit of Triple Crown glory at Darana Raceway. For more information visit us at: buckeyelakevillage.com/newsworthy
Free Yard Sale Days
Begins: 6/19/2026 - 7:00AM
Ends: 6/21/2026 - 8:00PM
• June 19, 20, and 21 - Free Yard Sale Weekend - No $5 yard sale permit required on these days for residents of the village!
Juneteenth - OFFICES CLOSED
Begins: 6/19/2026
Ends: 6/19/2026
Juneteenth - OFFICES CLOSED
Licking County Humane Society's Bright Spot Clinic | Buckeye Lake
Begins: 6/20/2026 - 10:00AM
Ends: 6/20/2026 - 12:00PM
118 Third Street, Buckeye Lake, OH 43008
Saturday, June 20 | 10AM - 12PM
No appointment needed | First-come, first-served (last check in @ 11:30AM)
Ohio Free Fishing Days 2026
Begins: 6/20/2026
Ends: 6/21/2026
OHIO FREE FISHING DAYS
On June 20 and 21, 2026, all Ohio residents are invited to experience Ohio's fantastic public fishing opportunities, including our very own Buckeye Lake, without purchasing a license.
All size and daily limits apply during these two days, per ODNR.