Exciting Local Events

This annual cleanup event takes place the 3rd Saturday in April and focuses on organizing efforts to engage our community towards a cleaner and brighter space. Trash bags and safety  vests are supplied; you rally your friends and family, choose a route, and  feel good about picking up around our beautiful spaces.

As Spring arrives and fills our days with sunshine and warmth, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and tidy up before we fully embrace the delights of summer. Join us, alongside your fellow community members, in sprucing up our beloved home – the place where we work, live, and play. This event is suitable for the whole family,  we recommend bringing your own work gloves, dressing in bright colors for visibility, and wearing comfy shoes.

The Lakeside 4th of July Fireworks Show is a touchstone summer event on  Flathead Lake and an annual family tradition for many generations. This unique  show launched from a floating barge off the shore of Lakeside brings excitement  to our small community from both locals and visitors alike. 

Though it seems like we skipped spring and went straight to planning summer, we  are spearheading our best efforts to organize and raise funds for the 2024  fireworks show. This year, like any year, deserves a stunning show. We’re  anticipating a 20-minute show with plenty of sparkles, bangs, and booms to keep  your family going “oooh and ahhh” to the grand finale. We don’t know about you,  but some of life’s best moments are those like these, taking in the fun with your  loved ones. We know many of you have generously contributed in the past and we  thank you for your participation. We look forward to your continued support of this  effort and sharing with your friends, family and neighbors. 

Our fundraising goal for this year’s show is $19,000. 

Investing in the fireworks show is easier than ever. You can make a tax-deductible  donation via using the website link below, mail a check, or reach out to us to  request an invoice for your donation amount. If you would like a tax-deductible  receipt, please request one by emailing lakesidesomers@gmail.com. 

To make this anticipated annual event a success, please consider a donation of  $100, $500, or $1,000. We look forward to another beautiful Montana summer, and  we hope you’ll help be part of this spirited community event!

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel reach out to us at lakesidesomers@gmail.com. 

Credit Card: www.lakesidesomerschamber.org/fireworks 

Checks: Lakeside Somers Chamber of Commerce | PO Box 177 | Lakeside, MT  59922 // Please make checks payable to LSCOC Fireworks. 

Venmo: @lakesidesomers 

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Join us for a day of family fun and community spirit at the Lakeside Fair on July 12th in beautiful Lakeside, Montana! Organized by the ladies of the Lakeside Community Club, the Lakeside Somers Chamber of Commerce, and local businesses, this event promises something for everyone. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:

Pancake Breakfast • Start your day with a delicious Pancake Breakfast at The Gathering Place. Enjoy fluffy pancakes and other breakfast delights while mingling with friends and neighbors.

Treasure Sale • 9am-3pm • Find hidden gems and great deals at the Treasure Sale! Early bird shopping is available on the Thursday prior from 7-9pm with an entry fee. There is also an exclusive gift certificate sale, silent auction, and split-the-pot! All proceeds from this sale support local nonprofits and community events through the Lakeside Community Club's mission of giving back.

Community Parade • 11am w. Lineup at 10am • Show off your creativity and community spirit in the Community Parade! All are welcome to attend and participate; there are no fees for floats and all you have to do is show up at the Glacier Bank parking lot at lineup time and get a number from our parade organizers. It’s a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business or organization to the community - or - to catch candy along the west side of Highway 93.

Food Trucks! TBA.

Kid’s Carnival • 11:30am-1pm • The fun Kid’s Carnival is better than ever! Kid’s can enjoy a variety of games, win exciting prizes, savor shaved ice treats, and explore the kid's treasure sale - all within The Gathering Place’s parking lot (right across from Lakeside Elementary School).

Watermelon Eating Contest • 12:30pm • Get ready to sink your teeth into the sweetest, juiciest event of the day! Only 24 spots available; signup after the parade at the flatbed trailer after the parade ends!

Duck Races • 4pm • Don’t miss the infamous Duck Races at Tamarack Brewing Company! Bet $5 a duck and cheer on your favorite rubber ducks as they race down Stoner Creek to the finish line. This event is a favorite among both children and adults!

Join us at the Lakeside Fair for a day filled with fun and community camaraderie. We can’t wait to see you there!

Run for the love of Flathead Lake! This is an exclusive and professionally timed  run, the only one along the shores of Flathead Lake! Featuring our popular 5k, in  addition to a 10k and kid’s 1-mile run! 

Our mission for this event is to not only create a fun family-friendly event for our  community, but ultimately to create awareness around protecting and preserving  Flathead Lake. This year, we’ve teamed up with not one, but two incredible local  

non-profits with like-minded missions. We are happy to announce a portion of  proceeds will be donated to the Flathead Lake Bio Station and the Flathead Lakers.  Both of these organizations focus on research, stewardship, education and  outreach as a means to provide a voice and advocacy for our spectacular lake. 

With our communities growing all around us, the use of Flathead Lake naturally 

increases, and our goal is to create increased awareness about the importance of  continued lake health so future generations can continue to enjoy. Flathead Lake is  paramount not only to the many forms of life it serves, but to the success of the  small communities surrounding it.  

Proceeds from this event ensure that not only the awareness continues to grow,  but that the visitors it attracts stay for a night or two, buy coffee, beer and goods  from our local, family-owned and operated businesses. 

The 5k and 10k are open to all ages and families (strollers welcome), and the kids  1-mile run is limited to 12 and under. Join us in Volunteer Park on Sunday, July  21st, 2024! Your contribution directly supports Flathead Lake and our beautiful  community to ensure it may be enjoyed for generations to come. 

This event will be held on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Volunteer Park. All registrants  will be given a Flathead Lake t-shirt; select your size when you register at  FlatheadLakeRun.com. To guarantee your size, please signup prior to July 1. 

Event Times: 

7AM: Registration begins + pickup your bib and t-shirt 

8:00AM: 10K race begins 

8:30AM: 5K race begins 

9:00AM: Lineup for Kid’s Mile Run begins (start time will depend on when  majority of 5k/10k runners are back) 

9:30AM: Winners will be announced and cash prizes will be given out

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Save the date to celebrate all things Lakeside and Somers!

Join us September 26th from 5:30-9pm at the Historic Somers Mansion featuring live music from Big Sky City Lights, charcuterie, bar from Glacier Perks, delicious catered dinner from S&M Catering, community networking, interactive game of Heads & Tails, silent auction, raffle baskets galore, and more! We look forward to celebrating our community and its dedicated members and businesses, along with the Chamber Member of the Year, Captain's Award, and Ambassador of the Year!

Chamber Member of the Year Award: This award is given to a person who has displayed outstanding participation and productivity within the Chamber. Their efforts have allowed the Chamber and its members to achieve their goals. This individual has gone above and beyond the
call of duty to contribute a great deal to the success of the Chamber and deserves to be recognized.

Captain's Award (Community Service Volunteer of the Year): This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding efforts of an individual who has made a devoted commitment to our community. This award honors a civic and volunteer spirit that spans a lifetime. This person has made the communities of Lakeside and Somers better places to live and work and should be proud of their
overwhelming contributions.

Please submit all nominations via this link by Sept 1st:

‍https://forms.gle/areyVmwuQsDXpQy5aMK6

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Join us on Tuesday, October 29th, from 4pm to 5pm, for a thrilling Chamber BASH hosted by Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster! This is the perfect opportunity to network with fellow members and community enthusiasts while exploring the haunted coaster and other exciting activities FLAC has to offer.

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In addition to coaster rides, Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster will be grilling up delicious burgers and hotdogs, and you’ll also get to try their newest attraction: gem mining! Stay informed on upcoming community events and initiatives, all while enjoying a fun-filled fall afternoon.

Be sure to dress warmly, or cross your fingers for a beautiful autumn day. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Free for chamber members, $5 for guests

Join us for a spooktacular evening of family fun at Lakeside's annual Trunk or Treat!

With over 25 creatively decorated trunks from local businesses, organizations, and families, this event is perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy a safe, candy-filled Halloween celebration. While it's the same exciting event you've come to love, this year we’re asking all participating trunks to register in advance, so we can plan the perfect amount of space for everyone.

This year we've got you covered for dinner! The Corndog House and Mother Chorizos will be on site to satisfy your family's hunger after a full day of spooky fun—because we all know how those sugar crashes hit. Come in costume and bring your Halloween spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!

Again, if you're interested in hosting a trunk, please register by emailing lakesidesomers@gmail.com by October 24th.

Get ready to celebrate the magic of the season at Lakeside's 4th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting, a heartwarming, family-friendly event that brings the community together!

Our festivities include a dazzling lighted tree display, a cozy s'mores bar by the fire pits, cheerful live music by El Tico Y La Macha, and delicious treats from local drink and food trucks. Santa, Mrs. Claus, The Grinch, and their jolly crew of elves will be there to spread holiday cheer!

Please share the joy by bringing a donation (or a few) for the West Shore Food Bank. We welcome non-expired, unopened non-perishable items and toiletries to help our neighbors in need.

Join us for the tree lighting at 6:30PM, with Santa arriving just before to kick off the holiday season!

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This year you can expect a great lineup of food, bev and family-friendly activities!

Food & Bev: Harbor Grille, Tamarack Brewing Company, Glacier Perks, Mavericks Roadhouse, Mother Chorizos, and The Frey Guys

Complimentary Activities & Tents: S'mores Bar by Camp Martini, Treasure State Coffee Co serving cider and coffee, hot cocoa by 24/7 Vintage & Thrift, Under 5 "Glow Tent" by Vacation Flathead, Color-Your-Own Ornament by Lakeside Development Community Foundation/Wendi Phelps Massage, Gem Jewelry Making by Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster, and a Warming Tent by Pure West Real Estate.

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