Event Category: Family Friendly

  • Wild Wednesdays

    Wild Wednesdays

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    Summer Intern

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    Spend your Wednesday exploring nature at Iowa Lakeside Laboratory! These free, family-friendly programs feature fun activities and interactive presentations about the plants, animals, and natural world of the Iowa Great Lakes. Perfect for all ages! JUNE 3 – Zip! Zap! Lightning!JUNE 10 – Ice Age in IowaJUNE 17 – Night FliersJUNE 24 – Wonderful WetlandsJULY…

  • Tiny Puffs

    Tiny Puffs

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    Summer Intern

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    Introduce your little sailor to the fun of life on the water with Tiny Puffs at the Okoboji Sailing Center! Designed for children under age 6, this family-friendly program features hands-on exploration of sailboats, crafts, face painting, and plenty of treats while sparking an early love for sailing. Parents or guardians participate alongside their child,…

  • Pioneer Days Kiddie Parade

    Pioneer Days Kiddie Parade

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    Summer Intern

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    Join the Pioneer Days Kiddie Parade as kids decorate their bikes, wagons, scooters, and strollers before parading down H Avenue! It’s a fun way for young participants and their families to be part of the Milford Pioneer Days celebration.

  • Boy Scouts Pancake Feed

    Boy Scouts Pancake Feed

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    Summer Intern

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    Start your Sunday morning of Milford Pioneer Days with the Boy Scouts Pancake Feed at Florence Park! Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast while gathering with family, friends, and the community.

  • Okoboji Music Masters

    Okoboji Music Masters

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    Summer Intern

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    Enjoy a live performance by the Okoboji Music Masters as part of Milford Pioneer Days! Gather with family and friends for an evening of great music, community, and summer fun. Their entertaining mix of classic favorites makes this a perfect way to celebrate Pioneer Days in the Iowa Great Lakes.

  • Pioneer Days Parade

    Pioneer Days Parade

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate Milford Pioneer Days at the annual Pioneer Days Parade! Watch colorful floats, local organizations, marching groups, and community members make their way through downtown Milford. Bring a lawn chair, find your spot along the route, and enjoy this fun community tradition with family and friends.

  • Kid’s Carnival and Games at Florence Park

    Kid’s Carnival and Games at Florence Park

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    Summer Intern

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    Keep the Milford Pioneer Days fun going at the Kid’s Carnival and Games in Florence Park! Families can enjoy a variety of kid-friendly games, activities, and classic carnival fun, making it the perfect stop for children of all ages during this beloved community celebration.

  • Movie in Florence Park: Hoppers

    Movie in Florence Park: Hoppers

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate Milford Pioneer Days with a free outdoor showing of “Hoppers” at Florence Park! Grab your blankets and lawn chairs for a fun evening under the stars!

  • Boji Clean Water Jam

    Boji Clean Water Jam

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    Kiley Zankowski

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    Save the date for the Boji Clean Water Jam on August 8th!  Join us for an educational conservation lake day on Preservation Plaza, kids’ activities, food and drinks, and music! Music starts at 7PM with the Nadas, followed by Better Than Ezera! Free entry!

  • Sherwood Forest Park Grand Opening

    Sherwood Forest Park Grand Opening

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate the grand opening of Sherwood Forest Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, July 20, at 10:00 AM. Following the ceremony, explore the park’s new amenities, including a bike pump track, mountain bike trail, playground, walking trails, natural play features, and scenic outdoor spaces. It’s a great opportunity to experience one of Okoboji’s newest outdoor destinations!