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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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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Full Moon Party

May 31
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The Sheet

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Live Music by Sounds fishy

Round Lake Vineyards

Live music at the Winery

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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 18
The University of Okoboji Homecoming Races have been an annual tradition since 1978. Enjoy the scenic route around West Lake Okoboji while competing in one of the many races over University of Okoboji Homecoming weekend. Races Include: Triathlon, Team Triathlon, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K Triathlon & Team Triathlon Swim, bike, 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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Dock Yoga

May 31 +8 more
Starts at 9:00am
Pick’s Resort
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Sheet

May 31
Starts at 1:00pm
Okoboji Store
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Round Lake Vineyards

Live music at the Winery

May 31 +12 more
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards
30124 St Hwy 264
Round Lake, MN
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Live Music by Sounds fishy

May 31
2:30pm - 6:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

May 31 +25 more
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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Full Moon Party

May 31
7:00pm - 11:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Liveband Karaoke

May 31
Starts at 8:00pm
The Peacock Lounge & Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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2-Person 9-9-9 Tournament

May 31
All day
Spencer Golf and Country Club
2200 W 18th St
Spencer, IA 51301
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Birding on the Green

Jun 1
7:00am - 9:00am
Brooks Golf Course
1201 Brooks Park Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Brooks Junior Golf Camp

Jun 1 – Jun 3
Starts at 9:00am
Brooks Golf
1201 Brooks Park Drive
Okoboji, IA 51355
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WILD Roots

Jun 1
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Dick Bauman Big Band

Jun 1 +4 more
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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