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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: karaoke w/ Jason grinnen

Jan 30
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9th Annual Ice Hole Festival

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Open Clay Studio

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The peacock: Comedian Carl Giannetto

Jan 31
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Mari L Miller Book Signing

Jan 31
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Vintage Okoboji Ice Drags Snowmobile Races

Feb 1
Join us for these annual vintage snowmobile races on East Lake Okoboji!  Vintage snowmobiles from around the midwest gather to race down a four lane 500ft track on East Lake Okoboji in front of the The Ritz in Arnolds Park.  Racing is open and free to the general public to…
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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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9th Annual Ice Hole Festival

Jan 30 +2 more
Starts at 7:00pm
West Lake Okoboji
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The peacock: karaoke w/ Jason grinnen

Jan 30
8:00pm—12:00am
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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Open Clay Studio

Jan 31
Occurs weekly on Thursday
weekly on Saturday
10:00am—4:00pm
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Mari L Miller Book Signing

Jan 31
2:00pm—5:00pm
Goose Feather Books
1508 Hill Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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The peacock: Comedian Carl Giannetto

Jan 31
8:00pm—12:00am
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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Boji Burger Battle

Feb 1 – Feb 28
11:00am—10:00pm
Iowa Great Lakes Participating Businesses
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Vintage Okoboji Ice Drags Snowmobile Races

Feb 1
All day
The Ritz – Lakeside
394 US HWY 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Valentine Cupcake Decorating

Feb 3
4:00pm—5:15pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Teen Art | 7-12th

Feb 3 +8 more
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Themed Trivia Night: All Things ’80s

Feb 3
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Chinese Stir Fry Luncheon

Feb 4
11:00am—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The peacock: Bunco

Feb 4 +12 more
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
6:00pm—12:00am
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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