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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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Tank Anthony Band

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Roaring 20’s NYE Party

Dec 31
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Open Clay Studio

Winter Games 2021

University of Okoboji Winter Games

Jan 22 – Jan 25
The final full weekend in January each year brings endless fun to Okoboji! We look forward to welcoming you to Okoboji for the University of Okoboji Winter Games January 22-25, 2026! Kites. Broomball. Flag Football. Softball. Bags Tournament. Chili Cook-Off. Chocolate Classic. Polar Plunge. Fireworks. Burning of the Greens. AND…
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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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Tank Anthony Band

Dec 26 +3 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Roaring 20’s NYE Party

Dec 31
4:00pm—12:00am
The Revelry
1601 Hill Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Grungepop

Dec 31 +2 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Open Clay Studio

Jan 1 +9 more
Occurs weekly on Thursday
weekly on Saturday
5:00pm—9:00pm
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Teen Art | 7-12th

Jan 6 +11 more
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Still Life Thursdays – Florals

Jan 8 +3 more
10:00am—9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Mini Michelangelo’s | K-2nd

Jan 8 +11 more
4:00pm—4:45pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Art Club | 3rd-6th

Jan 8 +11 more
5:00pm—6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night

Jan 8 +7 more
6:00pm—8:00pm
Spirit Lake VFW
914 Lake St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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West O Trivia Night

Jan 8 +15 more
Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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The History of Prohibition

Jan 15
6:00pm—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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