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Okoboji Events for Every Season

There’s always something happening in Okoboji! From lively summer festivals and family-friendly celebrations to live music, sporting events, and seasonal traditions, the region offers a packed calendar of activities year-round. Browse our Events Calendar to find upcoming happenings, or check out this weekend’s top events to make the most of your visit!

Upcoming Events

Big weekends, live music, local traditions — you never know what you’ll find, but you’ll always be glad you came. Explore the events calendar to join in the fun.

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Audio Circus

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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 18
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Tim Horsman

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Shake the Lake Public Cruise

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Farmers Market in the Park

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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 18
The University of Okoboji Homecoming Races have been an annual tradition since 1978. Enjoy the scenic route around West Lake Okoboji while competing in one of the many races over University of Okoboji Homecoming weekend. Races Include: Triathlon, Team Triathlon, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K Triathlon & Team Triathlon Swim, bike, and…
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Mark Your Calendar for Okoboji Fun

Our events calendar is packed with concerts, celebrations, and can’t-miss happenings. See what’s going on when you’re in Okoboji.

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Dock Yoga

Jul 17
Starts at 8:00am
Pick’s Resort
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Okoboji High School Football Booster Golf Tournament

Jul 17
Occurs daily
Starts at 8:00am
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 US Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Wake Up Surf Event

Jul 17
Occurs daily
9:00am - 5:00pm
Mau Marine
1400 Gordon Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Summer Seurats | Grades 4-6

Jul 17
10:00am - 11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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LOVE SONGS FOR ANGRY MEN – Next Level Rooftop

Jul 17
Occurs daily
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Aventi @ Mullets

Jul 17
Occurs daily
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Mullets
144 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Level
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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OKOBOJI’S BIGGEST SUMMER PARTY SERIES at MULLETS

Jul 17
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Mullets Okoboji
144 Lakeshore Drive
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Tom Davis

Jul 17
5:00pm - 8:00pm
The Ritz
394 U.S Highway 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Jul 17
Occurs weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
5:00pm - 6:15pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Family Fun Night

Jul 17
Occurs daily
5:00pm - 7:30pm
Dickinson County Fairgrounds
1602 15th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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LUAU & FIRE PERFORMANCE SHOW

Jul 17
Occurs daily
5:30pm - 9:00pm
Bridges Bay Resort/Bracco
317 240th Ave
Arnolds Park, IA 51351
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Classic Car Cruise & Cruise-In

Jul 17
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Spirit Lake
Hill Avenue
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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