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

2026 Spring Clean-Up Days

Begins: 5/20/2026 - 8:00AM
Ends: 5/23/2026 - 4:00PM

Spring Clean-Up is coming!
May 20 - May 22 (8am-6pm) and May 23 (8am - 4pm)
Free dumpsters will be available behind Village Hall at 5192 Walnut Road for resident use during the dates and hours listed. Please be prepared to show proof of residency here in the village.
Don't forget about our local churches, food pantry, and donation centers for items you find that can be donated!
Please note that tires were accepted for a fee in the past, however they will not be accepted this year.
Thank you for your understanding.

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Begins: 5/26/2026 - 6:30PM
Ends: 5/26/2026

NOTICE

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING

Purpose:  to discuss safety needs and services for the village.

May 26, 2026 at immediately following the Public Service Committee Meeting to be held at 6:00pm.

MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE VILLAGE OF BUCKEYE LAKE, 5192 WALNUT ROAD S.E., BUCKEYE LAKE, OH, 43008
& WILL BE STREAMED TO THE VILLAGE OF BUCKEYE LAKE FACEBOOK PAGE.

Public Service Committee Meeting

Begins: 5/26/2026 - 6:00PM
Ends: 5/26/2026

NOTICE

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMITTEE MEETING

Purpose:  to discuss street, water, and storm water needs within the village.

May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm

MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE VILLAGE OF BUCKEYE LAKE, 5192 WALNUT ROAD S.E., BUCKEYE LAKE, OH, 43008
& WILL BE STREAMED TO THE VILLAGE OF BUCKEYE LAKE FACEBOOK PAGE.

Council Meeting

Begins: 5/26/2026 - 7:00PM
Ends: 5/26/2026

Council meeting will be held on TUESDAY May 26, 2026 at 7:00pm in Council Chambers at 5192 Walnut Road. This has been rescheduled from MONDAY May 25th due to the Village Offices being closed for Memorial Day.

Summer Lunch Program

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.

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.