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

Kids to Parks Day Event 2026

Begins: 5/17/2026 - 11:00AM
Ends: 5/17/2026 - 2:00PM

Join us for a Kids to Parks Day event on Sunday May 17th from 11am - 2pm at Ryan-Braden Park!
This event is to encourage children and families to enjoy outdoor play in local, state, and national parks, with Saturday May 16th being officially proclaimed as Kids to Parks Day 2026 by Mayor Goodman.
Join us for games, food, music, and fun!
140 West Second Street in Buckeye Lake

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.

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.