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.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Begins: 6/2/2026 - 6:30PM
Ends: 6/2/2026
Parks and Recreation Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday June 2, 2026 at 6:30PM at the Recreation Center, 118 Third Street in Buckeye Lake.
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.
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!
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.