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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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University of Okoboji Youth Soccer Classic

Jun 6 – Jun 7
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Ben Aaron – Next Level Rooftop

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Sam & Bailey

Jun 7
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Live Music by Boone & Lambert

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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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Magic Mirror Face Painting

Jun 27 +1 more
8:30am - 12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live music by La Raza

Jun 27
8:30am - 12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Props Paws & Poker

Jun 27
Starts at 9:00am
Parks Marina/Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Emerald Hills

Member/Guest Golf Tournament

Jun 27 +1 more
Starts at 12:00pm
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 US Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Kick

Jun 27 +1 more
Starts at 1:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music by Jake Gill Band

Jun 27 +1 more
2:00pm - 6:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Clayton Ryan – Next Level Rooftop

Jun 27 +1 more
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Papermoon

Jun 27
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub
1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live at the Lake: Yachty By Nature

Jun 27
7:30pm - 12:00am
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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University of Okoboji Cycling Classic

Jun 27
All day
Florence Park
1501 10th St
Milford, IA 51351
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IA BRS Web 2026 5k fun run West O Beer

5k Beer Run x West O Beer | 2026 Iowa Brewery Running Series

Jun 28
11:00am - 1:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Love Takes Root Golf Tournament

Jun 28
Starts at 12:00pm
Brooks Golf
1201 Brooks Park Drive
Okoboji, IA 51355
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