Oak Lake is home to many historic buildings and architectual points of interest. The Oakland Hotel (built in 1885), Pleasant Plains School (built in 1894), the Old Stone Blacksmith Shop (built in 1897), and the Post Office (built in1930). Oak  Lake is also home to the Anglican Church which was built in 1890 and is now a designated heritage site.

The Oak Lake & District Museum Incorporated was created in July 2001.  

The museum is located at 396 Aspen St. East in the Town of Oak Lake in the former St. Athanasuis Roman Cahotlic Church building and in the former St. Davids United Church building.

The area surrounding Oak Lake has an abundance of animals and birds. The lake has a large number of Canada Geese nesting during the spring along with other watherfoul. Plum Lake Marsh, south of the lake, is an important staging area for waterfoul during the spring and fall migration. Everything from deer to beaver, otter and muskrat make their homes in the marsh. A leisurely drive through the countryside or a short walk may give you a glimpse of almost anything from a cheeky squirrel, to the lovely white-tailed deer. The variety of wildlife and scenery will provide many pleasant hours for photographers.

The lake of Oak Lake, southwest of town, is stocked with perch, pickerel and northern pike. It is a famous fishing spot for many both in the summer and winter. The Assiniboine River, north of the town, also provides a challenge for all members of the sport fisherman. Kenworth Dam located at the east end of Kenton boasts good fishing for pickerel and northern pike.

Oak Lake  Island Resort is a very popular attraction to our area.  As the largest lake in Southwestern Manitoba Oak Lake offers sports enthusiasts, fishermen, and families hours of entertainment.  There is camping available as well.

The Oak Lake Golf Club operates a nine hole, par 31 golf course. Wooded areas along several of the fairways and grass greens combine to make this a challenging course. Mens, ladies, under sixteen and open tournaments are held throughout the summer months.

Located just west of town is the Oak Lake Ox 'n' Cart Campground. There are 10 open sites for campers to choose from. Each site has its own fire pit, along with running water. There is quite a bit of open space nearby, used for baseball, or other activities. A great attraction for kids, is the playground equipment, which includes; a swing-set, sandbox, slide and two "seesaw" creatures. Public washrooms are available at our camp site, and wood is provided for firepits. A very affordable place to camp.

The outdoor enthusiast can enjoy cross country skiing, snowmobiling and tobogganing throughout the area.

Isaac the Ox, Oak Lake's Unique Mascot

2005
November 25th "Light Up the Town" starts @ 6:00 pm on Main Street
November 25th "Light Up the Town Contest" -judging begins @ 5:00pm
Be sure to have your lights on!
November 27th "Santa Brunch" 10:00am-2:00pm in the Community Hall
December 2nd&3rd "4th Annual Red Bow Village Christmas"

Read on for a review of the 2004 Light Up and Santa Brunch Weekend! The 2005 Light Up and Santa Brunch will follow basically the same format except for the change of date (as noted above) for the Village Christmas Red Bow shopping and of course the Light Up Contest. Be sure to have your lights on at 5:00 for the judges to see. You could win an Isaac Buck certificate worth $10.00 or $15.00 and can be cashed at any local business.  
The weekend of November 26-28th,2004 was a busy time for the Community of Oak Lake. It started on Friday with the Village Christmas 'Red Bow' Shopping,continuing with the Olde Town Hall Gallery art exhibit opening which featured works by Kim Salo and Denise Parent. Friday evening the Oak Lake and Area Economic Development Board began the 'Light-Up' with an outdoor supper featuring chicken noodle soup donated by  Perogy Pantry , hot chocolate (donated by Vanguard Credit Union), hot dogs donated by Valleyview CO-OP and the buns donated by Weston's. Because of these business' generosity there was no charge for the food. There were fire pits to warm yourself by and visit with friends and neighbors. Throughout this time there was also rides on a wagon - complete with seats and bells (no 4 legged horses though - just 300hp). At 7:00 everyone gathered across the street to sing Christmas carols (led by some members of the "Noteable Women" Choir), be greeted by the Mayor of Oak Lake-Jeff Sigurdson and the President of the E.D.B.-Reg Kreutzer. The Christmas tree was then lit with each 'memory' bulb which had been purchased the previous weeks in memory of a departed loved one.
The Red Bow Village Christmas Shopping Adventure continued on Saturday and from all reports the shoppers had a great time and many 'passports' were handed out and completed.
Sunday morning was the start of a busy day for the 'Santa Brunch' crew. By 8:00 the Community Hall was busy with the food preparation and at 10:00 the doors opened for the first customers! Over 400 people crossed the threshold to enjoy a delicious brunch. Once the meal was eaten they could move on to join in the fun of the Silent Auction and the kids (and some adults) could have their picture taken with Santa. There was also crafts, games, cookie decorating, and face painting for the kids. The Kids Shopping Corner was a great place for the "under 12" crowd to do their shopping (all for a toonie) for Mom and Dad-complete with gift wrapping!
The weekend ended with the Annual Advent Service and community carol sing at the Mennonite Church. The evening ended with lunch and a time of fellowship.
That was the weekend of "Lighting Up" in Oak Lake. What a great way to begin the Christmas season of celebrating the birth of Christ!

OAK LAKE 120th Annual Fair July 22, 2006

Light & Miniature Horses
Beef Cattle
4-H Beef Club Show

Plants & Flowers
Cooking & Canning
Sewing & Fancy Work
School Art Exhibits



Friday,Evening ,July 21st
Ox-n-Cart Campground
Entertainment ,Food
Fireworks at Dusk

SATURDAY,JULY 22nd FAIR DAY
Valleyview Co-op Breakfast 7:00- 9:00 am.
Parade 10:00 am.
Hot Beef Dinner 11:30 am.

Opening Ceremonies 1:00pm. in Community Hall

Kids ' World-clown and activities for younger children

Beer Garden  4- 9 pm.
Cold Plate Supper 4:30 pm.
4-H Steer Sale 6:00pm.


 Admission $ 5.00
Children 12 and under Free



Sunday ,July 24th
Interdenominational Church Service 11:00am. at Community Hall

Sponsored by the Oak Lake Agriculteral Society