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

Rural Route Debut Performance

Mar 6

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Lucky Weavers: Cloverleaf Basket Weaving

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Mar 7

Live music by South 71 Trio

Mar 8

2026 Home & Sports Show

Discover the best in Home Improvement and Recreational Equipment at the 2026 Home & Sports Show! This annual event brings together top vendors, local professionals, and the latest products to help you upgrade your home, enhance your outdoor living, and gear up for your favorite activities. Hours: Saturday, March 14:…

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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.

Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

Mar 6 +17 more

Occurs weekly on Friday

6:00pm—8:00pm

Round Lake Vineyard & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167

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Rural Route Debut Performance

Mar 6

8:00pm—11:00pm

The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Cover 2 Cover

Mar 6 +2 more

Starts at 9:00pm

Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Lucky Weavers: Cloverleaf Basket Weaving

Mar 7

10:00am—3:00pm

Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Mar 7

1:00pm—4:00pm

Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake 56167

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Live music by South 71 Trio

Mar 8

4:00pm—6:00pm

Little Swan Lake Winery
1350 320th Ave
Estherville, IA 51334

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Baby Biologist

Mar 10 +2 more

10:45am—11:15am

Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Road
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Teen Art | 7-12th

Mar 10 +4 more

4:00pm—5:00pm

Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Nature Tots

Mar 11 +7 more

10:30am—11:30am

Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355

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The peacock: Bunco

Mar 11 +7 more

Occurs weekly on Wednesday

6:00pm—12:00am

575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331

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Mini Michelangelo’s | K-2nd

Mar 12 +4 more

4:00pm—4:45pm

Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Art Club | 3rd-6th

Mar 12 +4 more

5:00pm—6:00pm

Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355

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