Chautauqua Recreation Events

Fort Wayne Philharmonic Patriotic Pops Concert Set for July 3, 2026

Fort Wayne Philharmonic Patriotic Pops Concert Set for July 3, 2026 Chautauqua-Wawasee is pleased to help share information about the Fort Wayne Philharmonic’s Patriotic Pops Concert, returning to Oakwood Resort on Friday, July 3, 2026. The…

Events, Recreation

Pawasee Dog Parade Returns June 6 to Oakwood Resort

Pawasee Dog Parade returns to Oakwood Resort on June 6 The Pawasee Dog Parade returns to Syracuse on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon at Oakwood Resort, located at 702 E. Lake View Road, Syracuse, Indiana. Now in its third year,…

SS Lillypad II on Lake Wawasee, Syracuse Indiana

Events, Recreation

Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise – May 16, 2026

Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise – May 16, 2026 Step back in time while enjoying the beauty of Indiana’s largest natural lake. The Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise returns for 2026. This two hour experience…

Events, Recreation

Taps Across the Water Wawasee | Memorial Day

Taps Across the Water Echoes of Taps to Sound Across the Lakes on Memorial Day Weekend By Karen Kroemer, Chautauqua Wawasee Honoring a Tradition Rooted in History Taps originated during the Civil War, when Memorial Day was first…

Education, Events, Recreation

Waterfowl Festival | Northern Indiana Spring Migration

What’s Flying Through Northern Indiana This Spring? A New Waterfowl Festival Invites the Public to Experience Migration Up Close A Front-Row Seat to Spring Migration This March, bird watchers, nature lovers, and curious minds alike are…

Art, Education, Events, Faith, Recreation

Chautauqua Wawasee 2026 Program Schedule

Chautauqua Wawasee 2026 Program Schedule Discover the Chautauqua Wawasee 2026 Program Schedule, a full year of inspiring events celebrating Arts, Education, Faith, and Recreation in the Syracuse and Lake Wawasee community. This year’s lineup…

Events, Faith, Recreation

Old Fashioned Christmas Oakwood Resort | Holiday Cheer Returns 2025

By Kip SchummChautauqua-Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Oakwood Resort Returns Syracuse, IN - The Old Fashioned Christmas at Oakwood Resort is back! On Saturday, November 29, from 5:30 to 8 PM, families are invited to enjoy one…

Education, Events, Recreation

Syracuse Ghost Tour: Haunted Past Comes Alive

Syracuse Ghost Tour: Haunted Past Comes Alive The Syracuse Ghost Tour premieres on Saturday, October 18, 2025, bringing history and hauntings together in one unforgettable evening. This one-night-only walking tour takes guests through downtown…

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Wawasee “Then & Now” Historical Cruise 2025

Wawasee "Then and Now" Historical Cruise-2025 We know Lake Wawasee as Indiana’s largest natural lake, lined with impressive mansions and charming cottages. But what did its shores look like long ago? The Wawasee Then and Now Historical…

Join us at the 2nd annual Pawasee Dog Parade

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Pawasee Dog Parade Returns to Oakwood Resort – June 7!

Pawasee Dog Parade Returns to Oakwood Resort – June 7! Back by popular demand, the 2nd Annual Pawasee Dog Parade is happening Saturday, June 7, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the beautiful Oakwood Resort in Syracuse, Indiana — and trust us,…

Archive, Recreation

2025 Taps Across the Water – A Moving Memorial Day Tribute

2025 Taps Across the Water – A Moving Memorial Day Tribute Sunday, May 25, 2025, marks the 5th annual Taps Across the Water tribute across Lake Webster, Lake Wawasee, Syracuse Lake, and Lake Papakeechie. This moving event honors U.S. military…

2025 Points of Interest Cruse-Narrated by Ann Garceau

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Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise – May 17, 2025

🚤 Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise – May 17, 2025 If you’ve ever wanted to step back in time while enjoying the beauty of Indiana’s largest natural lake, this is your chance. The Lake Wawasee historical cruise is…

Events, Recreation

Ball State Singers Return to Syracuse in 2025 – Don’t Miss This Unforgettable Performance!

Ball State Singers Return to Syracuse in 2025 – Don't Miss This Unforgettable Performance! The Ball State Singers are back in Syracuse, Indiana, for a highly anticipated performance on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, at 3:30 PM. Presented…

Faith, News, Recreation

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration Sponsors

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration Sponsors As the 2024 Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration draws near,…

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Experience the Magic of the Old-Fashioned Christmas!

Experience the Magic of the Old Fashioned Christmas! Are you looking for a unique, fun-filled family activity to kick off the holiday season? Look no further than Chautauqua Wawasee’s Old-Fashioned Christmas! This…

Events, Recreation

2024 “Lake Wawasee, Then & Now” Cruise

Chautauqua-Wawasee is repeating last year’s successful “Lake Wawasee, Then & Now” cruise, narrated by local historian Ann Garceau of the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum. As Ann shares interesting stories about historic structures…

Events, Recreation

Pawasee Dog Parade. June 22 at Oakwood Resort.

Pawasee Dog Parade. June 22 at Oakwood Resort Come paw-ty at the fur-st Pawasee Dog Parade hosted by Chautauqua Wawasee on Saturday, June 22. The parade will follow a one-quarter-mile route within the grounds of Oakwood Resort. This family…

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2024 Lake Wawasee “Points of Interest” Historical Cruise

Chautauqua-Wawasee and the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum will once again enjoy local historian Ann Garceau as she narrates a cruise of Lake Wawasee highlighting “Points of Interest” aboard the SS Lillypad II. This event is always…

2023

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Chautauqua Wawasee Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration-2023

You are invited to Chautauqua Wawasee's annual Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration! This family-friendly occasion is perfect for people of all ages, including moms, dads, grandpas, grandmas, and kids. Come and see your favorite holiday characters…

Events, Recreation

Lake Wawasee “Then and Now” Historical Cruise

Chautauqua-Wawasee is repeating last year’s successful “Lake Wawasee, Then & Now” presentation by local historian Ann Garceau of the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum. As Ann shares interesting stories about historic structures…