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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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Live music by La Raza

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Live Music by Pirates, Guitars, and Beachfront Bars

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Live Music by Jordan Beem

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Antique & Classic Boat Show

Jul 25
View these beautiful classic & wooden boats on the docks at Arnolds Park Amusement Park throughout the day.  They will depart the docks for their annual boat parade through the bridge between East & West Lake Okoboji at approximately 2:30 pm. The Jerry Dyhrkopp Iowa Great Lakes Chapter of the…
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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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Dock Yoga

Aug 7
Starts at 8:00am
Pick’s Resort
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Mammoth Hockey Fundraiser Golf Tournament

Aug 7
Occurs daily
Starts at 9:00am
Brooks Golf
1201 Brooks Park Drive
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Sculpture Walk

Aug 7
Occurs daily
Starts at 10:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The S.O.B.’s – Next Level Rooftop

Aug 7
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Aug 7
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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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

Aug 7
Occurs weekly on Friday
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyard & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise

Aug 7
Occurs weekly on Friday
6:00pm - 9:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Round Lake Vineyards

Live Music at the Winery: Dave Anderson

Aug 7
Occurs weekly on Friday
Starts at 6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Lakeside Jukebox

Aug 7
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub
1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Boji Clean Water Jam

Aug 7
7:00pm - 8:45pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music by Toby Keith Tribute Band

Aug 7
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Boots & Bikinis Public Cruise

Aug 7
Occurs daily
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Parks Marina
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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