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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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Drive, Chip & Putt at Emerald Hills

Jul 9
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Blackhawk – NASHLO 2026

Jul 9
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PGA Drive Chip & Putt Local Qualifying

Jul 9
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Rock The Roof: Senders Review

Jul 9
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Wines of Summer

Jul 9
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BRASL (Bike Ride Around Spirit Lake)

Jul 11
Join the 2026 BRASL (Bike Ride Around Spirit Lake) on Saturday, July 11th and choose your adventure: 15-mile “Bike Cruise”: Enjoy a family-friendly ride circling Iowa’s largest natural lake, Spirit Lake. 25-mile “Power Bike”: Challenge yourself with a route around Spirit Lake and explore the shores of Spirit’s Lake. 50-mile…
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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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Boji Bantam Musical Theatre Workshop

Jul 8
Occurs daily
9:00am - 4:00pm
Okoboji Summer Theatre
2001 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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iCreate

Jul 8
10:00am - 12:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Preschool Picassos | Ages 3-5 yrs

Jul 8
10:00am - 11:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Summer Preschool Picassos | 4-6 Years

Jul 8
10:00am - 11:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Nature Explorers

Jul 8
10:30am - 11:30am
The Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Road
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Nature Tots

Jul 8
10:30am - 11:30am
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Nature Explorers

Jul 8
10:30am - 11:30am
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Hand crafters

Jul 8
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
12:30pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Nature Tots

Jul 8
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Lakes Area Farmers Market

Jul 8
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Dickinson County Fairgrounds
1602 15th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Jud Hailey – Next Level Rooftop

Jul 8
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Jul 8
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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