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.
University of Okoboji Homecoming Races
Jul 19
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.
3rd & 4th Grade Summer Camp: Nature’s Gross at Sherwood Forest Park
Jun 6This event occurs on multiple dates
9:00am—3:00pm
Dickinson County Nature Center22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Celebrate The Arts Gala
Jun 6
Starts at 5:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Waylon Glienke | Friday Night Live
Jun 6
6:00pm—9:00pm
Lake View Deck243 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Corey Jamison
Jun 6
7:30pm—10:30pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Audio Circus
Jun 6
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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48th Annual University of Okoboji Youth Soccer Classic
Jun 7
Bedell Family YMCA1900 41st St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Paper Moon
Jun 7
8:30am—12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Farmers Market in the Park
Jun 7This event occurs on multiple dates
8:30am—12:30pm
37 Lake StreetArnolds Park, IA 51331
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Open Clay Studio
Jun 7This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—4:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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FREE Showing of Paw Patrol 2
Jun 7
10:00am—11:30am
Great Lakes Cinema 71698 Exchange St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Shake the Lake
Jun 7This event occurs on multiple dates
1:00pm—4:00pm
Barefoot Bar24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Bad Friends
Jun 7
Starts at 1:00pm
The Okoboji Store1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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