Lakeside Chautauqua

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Discover Lakeside

For 150 years, Lakeside Chautauqua has welcomed families to the shores of Lake Erie to take part in an experience dedicated to nurturing mind, body and spirit. Lakeside is a historic community in northwest Ohio that offers an abundance of spiritual opportunities, educational lectures, cultural arts performances and recreational activities year-round for both families and groups of all sizes.

See & Do

Relax. Recharge. Reflect. Repeat

Visiting Lakeside is a unique experience for each person. We invite you to experience our Chautauqua community in your own way; reconnect with family, grow spiritually, expand intellectually, unleash your creativity or challenge yourself physically.

Live Entertainment for Everyone at Lakeside

Family Get-a-way

A place for all

Many families are searching for a place to rest, renew and reconnect. At the heart of the Lakeside experience is the unique Chautauqua programming — a perfect balance of cultural arts, education, recreation and religion. The experience is a step back in time to a place where values, traditions and family remain the focus.

Stay

Relax in comfort

Lakeside offers many lodging options from waterfront cottages, historic hotels, bed and breakfasts, inns, camping, and more.

Hotel Lakeside

Fountain Inn

Ready for Adventure?

Waterfront Activities, Sports, Movies, Live Entertainment, and more. Lakeside Ohio is fun for the whole family. Book your trip today.

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There is Always Something Happening at Lakeside

Travel Promotions & Offers

Support Lakeside

Lakeside Chautauqua is a nonprofit organization that relies on the generosity of families, friends, volunteers and its dedicated staff. Our Chautauqua programming and upkeep of the facilities and grounds are made possible through the philanthropic support of generous Lakesiders like you.

Explore History

The Lakeside grounds has a rich history. Learn about the Lakeside history and explore our roots on the Lakeside Heritage Trail.

Ready for Relaxation?

Ohio's most beautiful mile, movies, live entertainment, live music, and so much more. Lakeside Ohio is relaxing for the entire family. Book your trip today.

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Event Changes & Updates
  • June 2: Lap swim is canceled due to cold temperatures.  We will reasses hour by hour for open swim.
  • May 27-30: Water Aerobics is canceled due to cooler temps and will start at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 3.
Pool: Weather can be unpredictable this time of year, so we would like to remind Lakesiders that in the case of inclement weather or air temperatures lower than 65 degrees, the pool will be closed. The temperature is checked several times throughout the day with a physical thermometer at the pool. If the sun is out, we may open the pool deck for sunbathing.