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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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Nature Tots: Animals ABC’s!

May 14
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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

May 16
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Scott Larsen Band

May 16
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Open Clay Studio

May 17
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MINGO – Music Bingo

May 21
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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.

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Minority Falls

Jun 21
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Trip

Jun 21
7:30pm—10:15pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Adam Layman

Jun 21
8:30am—12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Almost Iowa

Jun 21
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Naked Bait Fish

Jun 21
Starts at 2:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Vinyl Nights

Jun 21
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Ben Aaron – Next Level Rooftop

Jun 21
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Collective Soul

Jun 22
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Kevin Ryan

Jun 22
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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The Brothers Doobie: Tribute to The Doobie Brothers

Jun 24
6:30pm—8:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Free Movies by the Lake: Despicable Me 4

Jun 25
8:00pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Wild Wednesday: Life Underground

Jun 25
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab
1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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