Lakeside Chautauqua

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.
Event Changes & Updates
  • Feb. 17: Chair Yoga canceled.
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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.

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Featured Events

Total Solar Eclipse of 2024

Travel to Lakeside Chautauqua to see the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024! With a path spanning from Texas to Maine, one of the places you can view it in totality is Lakeside.

To complement this milestone celestial event, we’ll offer family-friendly programs, including live-streamed events from across the globe, scavenger hunts, a game night, out-of-this-world art activities, eclipsed-theme trivia, special movie showings and much more.

Lakeside Online

Explore the Chautauqua experience from the comfort of home, and catch a sneak peek of what’s in store for the Sesquicentennial Celebration this summer.

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 adventure?

Book your stay and purchase passes today!
Offer Ends Early Bird Offer Ends March 31, 2024

Book Now & Save Big! Valued at more than $1,100, the Weekday Family Package is available for select dates from June to August 2024 for only $875 (+tax). Make your reservation before March 31, 2024, to receive the early bird rate. After March 31, the Weekday Family Package increases to $950. To make a reservation, call (419) 798-4461, ext. 230.

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AAA (10% off Standard Rate) – guest must present AAA card at check-in to receive a discount.
Senior/AARP (10% off Standard Rate) – guest must present show AARP card or valid I.D., age 60 or older.
Education (15% off Standard Rate) – guests must present valid employee I.D., teachers, professors, and childcare facility employees.
Military/First Responders (15% off Standard Rate) – guest must present Military I.D. (active or retired) or valid employee I.D. (active or retired), including EMT, nurses, doctors, and police. 

Event Changes & Updates
  • Feb. 17: Chair Yoga canceled.