Fall Happenings Around Cedar Creek Lake
🎶Live Music & Fall Nights on the Patio
🎶 Music Around the Lake!
Your weekend music lineup…
🏈 Football Season is On—Where to Catch the Game!
Cooler nights, & big screens - these local hangouts are serving up all the game-day energy.
Elements by 456
Catch every play at Elements’ Oasis Patio Bar — College football Saturdays + pro games all weekend (including Thursday nights).
Fig’s Backyard
This is your go-to spot for game-day! TVs on the patio, firepit, and conversational seating — perfect for cheering on your team or just kicking back with friends, and great BBQ.
This Week at Cedar Creek Lake…
🎭 Henderson County Performing Arts Center
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof — Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning drama hits the stage with all the heat, tension, and Southern charm you’d expect. Set in the Mississippi Delta, this iconic play dives deep into family, secrets, and desire.
Looking for a midweek reset?
Join REACH Cedar Creek Lake for Wellness Wednesdays at Starbucks in Gun Barrel City.
🗓️ Wednesday, 9/10 | 10 AM–12 PM
🎨 Theme: Watercolor Pumpkins
Whether you’re new to crafting or a seasoned DIYer, this is a fun way to relax, connect, and leave with something uniquely yours.
Fiesta de Kemp and City of Kemp Parks & Recreation
📍 Kemp City Park | 🎟️ Free Admission
Fiesta de Kemp is back!
Get ready for a day full of sabor, soul, and celebration as Kemp honors Hispanic and Latino heritage with food, music, art, and family fun.
Authentic Cuisine
Folklórico dancing
Live music
Artisan vendors
This isn’t just a festival—it’s a community party with heart — are you coming?
👉 Follow Fiesta de Kemp for updates and vendor info!
We’re kicking off a heartfelt journey to support a local parent in need — and we’d love your help!
🎉 Fundraiser Event + Silent Auction
Enjoy delicious treats, community vibes, and a chance to bid on amazing items in our silent auction.
All proceeds go directly to the family, and any leftover donations from our Spotfund will be gifted to the mother.
Join us a Sunday, September 14th for a day full of nature, art, and adventure with fellow Girl Scouts!
🏓 Game On: Pickleball for All Levels
Looking for a fun way to stay active and meet new friends?
Cedar Creek Lake’s local pickleball group plays regularly and always welcomes new players. All skill levels are invited — and don’t worry if you’re just starting out, tjhey usually have a spare paddle ready for beginners.
👉 Come out, join the game, and be part of the fastest-growing sport at the lake!
Weekday Specials: Cajun Night @ The Whistlestop + More
🥘 Asian Night at The Whistlestop (this Wednesday)
Wednesday nights at The Whistlestop mean family-style specials, and this week the spotlight is on Asian Night.
The full menu is still available.
📌Mark Your Calendar
Cowboys vs. Bears | Sunday
It’s football, friends, and a little friendly rivalry! We’re headed Fig’s Backyard to watch the Cowboys take on the Bears — and cheer on one of our own meetup friends who’s a proud Bears fan.
Fig’s has it all: virtual golf, pool, shuffleboard, darts, skee-ball, a full bar, and TVs everywhere - it’s the perfect spot to meet new people, and catch the game.
👉 Want to join in? This event is hosted by our Social Scene at Cedar Creek Lake Meetup Group — come hang out and see what we’re all about. Join the group here ›
✨ One Last Thing...
Life at the lake isn’t about doing it all — it’s about enjoying it all.
Bookmark this guide, share it with a friend, and make the most of your time at Cedar Creek Lake.
Cedar Creek Lake FAQs: What to Know Before You Go
Planning your weekend just got easier. From wineries to dog-friendly patios, here are quick answers to the most common questions—plus insider links to help you explore more of what makes the Cedar Creek Lake special.
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Check out local favorites like Fig’s Backyard, Sharkie’s Smashburger, Elements by 456.
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Cedar Creek Lake is surrounded by small-batch wineries and laid-back breweries that locals love—and visitors wish they knew about sooner.
🐾 Many welcome pets.
👉 Explore The Best Pour Around Cedar Creek Lake › -
Yes! Many patios, trails, and markets welcome pups. Milo’s Weekly Pick is a great way to see what’s dog-approved.
Make the Most of Your Weekend.
Great weekends at Cedar Creek Lake aren’t just about where you go—they’re about who you enjoy them with. From vineyard sunsets to local meetups, here are a few more ways to savor the lake life.
✨That’s Your Weekend Snapshot
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Short, sweet, and packed with local picks.
Lake life starts with good plans. Thanks for making us part of yours.
