Santee Lakes

Night Fishing
2026-06-26 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-07-09 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-07-24 17:00 - 23:30, 2026-08-06 17:00 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Bring your lanterns and join us for a night of fishing under the stars!
Select Thursdays & Fridays this Summer
5:00PM-11:30PM

Fishing 101
2026-06-27 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-11 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-25 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 10:30
Hey new anglers or those that need a refresher on how to catch fish at Santee Lakes! Join our ranger right outside of the General Store with your rod, fishing permit & bait (you can a grab a permit & bait in the General Store). This class is designed for participants over the age of 5 and children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Max of 10 participants per class so sign up now at the LINK

Concert Series on Deck - Greg Drilling
2026-06-27 17:00 - 19:00
Join us on deck for some great music and fantastic food!

Santee Lakes Explorer BINGO!
2026-07-01, 2026-08-01
2026 Park BINGO Challenge is ON at Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve! 📸
Complete fun park activities, snap photo proof, and win prizes!
🎯 BINGO (one line) = FREE park entry
🏆 Blackout (full card) = Day at the Park Pack
FIND BINGO! CARD AND RULES HERE.
Bring completed cards + photos to the General Store to redeem.
Valid through 2026. See BINGO card for full details.

DIY 4th of July Experience! Mug & Lantern Craft
2026-07-01 10:00 - 12:00
Join us on Wednesday, July 1st from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a fun creative session where you’ll design and decorate two festive keepsakes: a custom patriotic mug and a decorative lantern—perfect for summer nights, camping, backyard gatherings, or everyday use.
🎨 What’s Included:

1 ceramic mug to design and take home
1 lantern craft to assemble and decorate
All paint markers and crafting materials included
Mod Podge, tools, and finishing supplies provided
Light instruction + creative support throughout the session
A relaxed, open-studio creative environment

You can purchase your tickets HERE!

America on Wheels Car Show
2026-07-02 17:00 - 19:30
What’s more American than it’s cool cars? Come and see some and grab an adult beverage from Tap Truck!
Event will be located at North Lake 5 events area from 5PM-7:30PM.

Face Painting & Doodle Booth by Becky's Artworld
2026-07-03 11:00 - 17:30
Join us on deck for all day fun and to make it even MORE fun with…
Face Painting & Doodle Booth by Becky’s Artworld: 11AM – 2:00PM and 2:30PM-5:30PM

Concert Series on Deck - Joe Rathburn & The Invisibles
2026-07-03 13:00 - 15:00
Join us during our 250 year celebration of our nation with two great concerts tonight!
Joe Rathburn will be joining us from 1PM-3PM. Joe is one man, and with his invisible band, he can create vibes from rockin’ to laid-back or anything in between. GENRE: Singer-Songwriter, Classic Rock, Island/Buffett
Be sure to grab some tasty food and drinks from Topwater Grill as you enjoy the concert!

Donuts Anyone? Mary's Donut Eating Contest on Deck
2026-07-03 16:00 - 17:00
Do you love donuts and think you can eat the most?
Kid’s division and Adult division. There are prizes!
If so, be on deck at 3:45PM to check-in/register (between concerts) and get ready to eat! You can also pre-register HERE.
There will be prizes.

Concert Series on Deck - The Tradesmen Band
2026-07-03 17:00 - 19:00
Join us during our 250 year celebration of our nation with two great concerts tonight!
The Tradesmen will be on deck from 5PM-7PM.
Be sure to grab some tasty food and drinks from Topwater Grill as you enjoy the concert!

America 250th Celebration Parade
2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:00
📅 July 4, 2026 | 🕙 10:00 AM
We’re celebrating America’s 250th in a BIG way—and we want YOU in the parade! Got a decorated golf cart, classic car, bike crew, float or festive group? Bring the red, white, and blue spirit and be part of this unforgettable celebration at Santee Lakes.
✨ Family-friendly entries only ✨ Costumes and creativity encouraged ✨ Limited spots available
Sign up now to reserve your place in the parade: https://forms.gle/UAbXpTetbyf2VTv6A

America 250 Camper Golf Cart/Bike Parade
2026-07-04 13:00 - 15:00
Decorate your bikes, scooters, golf carts, yourself and join us for the best parade yet!
Parade Registration 1PM
Parade Begins 2PM
Parade ends in Campground
Prizes announced after parade
Concert with Bonnieville 7 begins at 5PM-7PM on deck

Independence Day Concert on the Deck - Bonnieville 7
2026-07-04 17:00 - 19:00
What a better way to celebrate than to have a concert on deck!
Don’t forget to be hungry. Topwater Grill will be ready to serve all the great food and drinks.

Concert Series on Deck - Miranda Ramos
2026-07-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-01 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - Do Right Louie
2026-07-11 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - Tropical Blues Brothers
2026-07-17 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - Jason Mann
2026-07-18 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - Lisa Campbell
2026-07-24 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - The IDEAS Rock & Roll Trio
2026-07-25 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - Cookin' Jazz
2026-07-31 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - The Tradesmen Band
2026-08-07 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - Junkyard Cats
2026-08-08 17:00 - 19:00
