Experience Lakeside ALL Summer
The Chautauqua programming season is at the heart of the Lakeside experience and what sets it apart from a typical summer—a perfect balance of nurturing mind, body, and spirit.
Purchase a Season Chautauqua Pass and experience thousands of fun, enriching activities all summer long. A Season Chautauqua Pass provides access to concerts, lectures, worship services, recreational opportunities and beautiful views along Ohio’s Most Beautiful Mile from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
Whether you’re a cottage owner, a neighbor in Marblehead or Port Clinton, or live close by in Norwalk, Fremont or Sandusky, anyone can purchase a Season Chautauqua Pass and have access to summer fun.
At the Lakeside Administration Office, our Guest Service Representatives are happy to assist with check and cash payments. To avoid transaction fees, please complete the downloadable form and privacy policy page and submit them with your payment. Office Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Questions can be directed to (419) 798-4461. Make checks payable to Lakeside Association and mail with completed paperwork to:
Lakeside Chautauqua
Attn: 2026 Pass Sales
236 Walnut Ave.
Lakeside, OH 43440
Download the office purchase form & purchase policies
Sports
Access to pickleball, tennis, shuffleboard, basketball courts, lessons and tournaments
Swimming
Endless swimming at the waterfront and in the 4,000-square-foot swimming pool
Fitness
Hit the Wellness Center for morning or evening exercise classes and wellness seminars.
Walking & Biking
Beautiful views of the sunsets and walks along Ohio’s Most Beautiful Mile
Waterfront
Home to a 700-foot Dock on Lake Erie, Lakeside offers water activities for all ages.
Playgrounds & Parks
With four playgrounds and parks, explore the the outdoors with the whole family.
Chautauqua Summer Experiences for All Ages
With more than 3,000 programs, events and activities every summer, you have an opportunity to Rest, Renew and Reconnect. A Season Chautauqua Pass offers a chance to participate in the entire Summer Chautauqua Experience.
Summer Enrichment & Adventure
With over 3,000 different experiences each summer, your Chautauqua Pass provides access to many types of seasonal enrichment.
Standard Passes Include
Boost Your Stay with these Add Ons
- Art Classes
- Miniature Golf
- Sailing Lessons and Rentals
- Standup Paddleboard Rentals
- Wooden Boat Cruises
- Logrolling classes
- Recreational Tournaments
- Races & Marathons
- Family Picnics
Season Pass, Parking & Golf Cart Access
• Adult Leaseholder Season Pass: We recognize that Lakeside leaseholders, Island View owners and season-long Campground residents pay assessments and continue to steward and care for their places of residence. For the second year, the Adult Leaseholder Pass provides a discounted option. To purchase this pass, individuals must provide their Lakeside address. Per each Lakeside address, leaseholders can purchase a maximum of 10 Adult Leaseholder Season Passes in one transaction only.
• Adult Weekender Season Pass: This pass is valid Fridays-Sundays until 11:59 p.m. Sunday from May 22-Sept. 6, 2026. Please note guests will be charged the price of an Adult Weekday Pass if they leave after the 11:59 p.m. Sunday expiration.
• Children age 5 and under are free. Season Child Passes are for ages 6-14. Season Youth Passes are for ages 15-21.
Season Passes
Valid May 22 - Sept. 7, 2026| Pass Type | Early Bird Purchase on/before Feb. 28 |
Pre-Season Purchase Mar. 1-May 25 |
Standard Purchase on/after May 26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $1500 | $1525 | $1550 |
| Adult (Leaseholder) |
$1125 | $1200 | $1275 |
| Adult (Weekender) | $1300 | $1325 | $1350 |
| Youth Ages 15-21 |
$470 | $470 | $470 |
| Child Ages 6-14 |
$80 | $80 | $80 |
| Auto | $245 | $245 | $260 |
| Golf Cart | $245 | $245 | $260 |
Plan Ahead By Pre-Purchasing Passes Online
For your convenience, skip the line at the gates by purchasing your passes online! Fast Pass Lane is available at the Fifth Street Gate.