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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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The peacock: Lunch for kids fundraiser

Jan 16
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Wine Pairing Dinner

Jan 17
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Esport Tournament – Wii Sports

Jan 17
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The peacock: karaoke w/ Jason grinnen

Jan 18
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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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The peacock: Lunch for kids fundraiser

Jan 16
4:00pm—11:00pm
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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Open Clay Studio

Jan 17 +4 more
Occurs weekly on Thursday
weekly on Saturday
5:00pm—9:00pm
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Esport Tournament – Wii Sports

Jan 17
12:00pm—12:00am
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Wine Pairing Dinner

Jan 17
5:00pm—9:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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The peacock: karaoke w/ Jason grinnen

Jan 18
3:00pm—6:00pm
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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Teen Art | 7-12th

Jan 20 +9 more
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Themed Trivia Night: 2000’s Pop TV

Jan 20
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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The peacock: Bunco

Jan 21 +14 more
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
6:00pm—12:00am
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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HitMix Bingo at Oak hill Outdoor

Jan 21 +1 more
Starts at 6:00pm
Oak Hill Outdoor
2188 Hwy 86
Milford, IA 51351
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Mini Michelangelo’s | K-2nd

Jan 22 +9 more
4:00pm—4:45pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Art Club | 3rd-6th

Jan 22 +9 more
5:00pm—6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Junk FM

Jan 22
6:00pm—12:00am
Parks Marina – Snappers
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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