Event Category: Family Friendly

  • Quilt Auction

    Quilt Auction

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    Experience a weekend of tradition, community, and creativity at the annual Quilt Auction Weekend at Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp. Browse an impressive collection of handcrafted quilts and unique handmade items while enjoying delicious food, live music, and family-friendly activities. The weekend begins on Friday, July 31, with the Online Quilt Auction running from 8:00 AM Friday through 6:00 PM…

  • Glenn Henriksen

    Glenn Henriksen

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    Summer Intern

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    Enjoy an evening of live music with Glenn Henriksen, a talented pianist and organist from Armstrong, Iowa, at the Okoboji Circle of Hope Amphitheater. Bring a lawn chair or enjoy the amphitheater seating as Glenn performs a variety of musical favorites in a beautiful lakeside setting.

  • 5k Fun Run

    5k Fun Run

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    Summer Intern

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    Join the Okoboji 5K Fun Run at Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp during Quilt Auction weekend. This scenic course winds through lakefront neighborhoods, along the shoreline, and around camp, with proceeds helping send campers to camp. Registration is $25 and includes refreshments and a T-shirt (register by July 20 to guarantee your size). Awards will be given to…

  • Scandinavian Feast

    Scandinavian Feast

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    Summer Intern

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    Enjoy a hearty Scandinavian dinner featuring favorites like Swedish meatballs, roasted pork loin, Alaskan pollack, pickled herring, lefse, aebleskivers, kringla, krumkaka, and more. Gather with family and friends for great food, unlimited coffee, traditional desserts, and a welcoming community atmosphere! Adults: $20 | Children (Ages 4–13): $8

  • Nature Night Out

    Nature Night Out

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    Summer Intern

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    Nature Night Out: Plant Identification is the perfect opportunity for couples to enjoy a unique evening outdoors. Stroll hand-in-hand as you learn to identify beautiful native plants, connect with nature, and discover more about the local flora. It’s a fun, educational, and budget-friendly date night designed to help you explore the outdoors together. While couples enjoy…

  • Family Fun Night

    Family Fun Night

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    Summer Intern

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    Bring your family and friends to the Dickinson County Fair for a fun-filled night with fun activities, interactive games, hands-on displays, and opportunities to explore large equipment and exhibits. This year will feature the 605 Magic Art Bus, a foam party, and a kids’ pedal tractor pull!

  • Day Camp: Boots & Saddles

    Day Camp: Boots & Saddles

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    Summer Intern

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    Boots & Saddles Day Camp is perfect for horse-loving campers ages 8 – 10! Campers will be paired with a horse for the week, where they’ll learn horse care, grooming, and Western riding techniques while building confidence in the saddle. They’ll also enjoy regular camp activities throughout the day, with some exposure to English riding included.…

  • Big Spirit Fireworks

    Big Spirit Fireworks

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate the holiday weekend with fireworks at Big Spirit! Show starts at dusk.

  • Silver Lake Fireworks

    Silver Lake Fireworks

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate the holiday weekend with fireworks at Silver Lake! Show starts at dusk.

  • 3rd of July Pancake Breakfast

    3rd of July Pancake Breakfast

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    Summer Intern

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    Support the Spirit Lake Protective Association at their annual pancake breakfast! Enjoy delicious Chris Cakes pancakes topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream. Just $8 per person, and kids 5 and under eat free!