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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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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

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Oct 16

Sam & Bailey

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Block Party at the Library

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Oct 17

Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival

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Open Clay Studio

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Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival

Oct 17
Bring the whole family to Camp Foster YMCA for a day of free fall fun at the Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival! Join us Saturday, October 17 from 10 AM to 2 PM for trick or treating, games, crafts and activities hosted by local businesses and organizations from around the…
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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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Oct 15

Homeschool Ed-ventures

9:30am - 11:00am
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji 51355
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Oct 15

Open Clay Studio

Occurs weekly on Thursday
10:00am - 9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 15

Mah-Jongg

Occurs weekly on Monday and Thursday
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Oct 15

Mini Michelangelo’s | Grades k-2

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 15

Art Club | Grades 3-6

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 15

Adult Spelling Bee at The Peacock

Occurs daily
Starts at 6:30pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Oct 15

West O Trivia Night

Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Oct 16

Block Party at the Library

Occurs weekly on Friday
10:00am - 11:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Oct 16

Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

Occurs weekly on Friday
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyard & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Oct 16

Sam & Bailey

Occurs daily
Starts at 7:30pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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Oct 17

Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival

Occurs daily
10:00am - 2:00pm
Camp Foster
1769 260th Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Learn More
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Oct 17

Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival

Occurs daily
10:00am - 2:00pm
Camp Foster
1769 260th Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Learn More
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