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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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Heartland Light Display

Nov 23 – Jan 3
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Teen Art | 7-12th

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Snappers Trivia Night

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MINGO – Music Bingo

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Karaoke at Oak Hill Outdoor

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Holiday Window Lighting

Nov 29
Join us to kick off the Holiday Season in downtown Spirit Lake! Come see the beautiful store fronts lit up for the holiday season, some with live window displays. Santa will arrive around 4:30pm at The Venue on a Fire Truck. Saturday, November 29, 20254:30-6pm
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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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Heartland Light Display

Nov 23 – Jan 3
5:00pm—10:00pm
Heartland Pet Resort
1840 280th St
Spencer, IA 51301
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Teen Art | 7-12th

Dec 2 +2 more
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Snappers Trivia Night

Dec 3 +2 more
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
5:30pm—6:30pm
Snappers Okoboji
24457 Stake Out Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Block Party PlayTime

Dec 4
10:00am—11:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Kenue Coffee Hour

Dec 4
10:30am—11:30am
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji 51355
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Mini Michelangelo’s | K-2nd

Dec 4 +2 more
4:00pm—4:45pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Art Club | 3rd-6th

Dec 4 +2 more
5:00pm—6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wine Class

Dec 4
Starts at 6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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MINGO – Music Bingo

Dec 4 +1 more
Starts at 6:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Karaoke at Oak Hill Outdoor

Dec 4 +2 more
Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm—10:00pm
Oak Hill Outdoor
2188 IA-86
Milford, IA 51351
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West O Trivia Night

Dec 4 +2 more
Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Holiday Market in the Park

Dec 5
4:00pm—7:00pm
The Roof Garden
244 US-71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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