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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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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

May 16
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Open Clay Studio

May 17
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Kick

Jun 28, Jun 29
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Jason Walsmith

Aug 16, Aug 17
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Nature Tots: Animals ABC’s!

May 14, May 14, Jun 11, Jun 11, Jul 9 & more
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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.
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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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Skitzo Fonik

Jul 4
9:00pm—11:45pm
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, Iowa 51331
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Pet Rock

Jul 4
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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4th of July Fireworks

Jul 4
10:00pm—10:30pm
37 Lake Drive
Arnolds Park, Iowa 51331.0
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Live Music at the Winery: Dave Anderson

Jul 4
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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4th of July Freedom Cruise

Jul 4
7:00pm—10:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
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The Past Masters

Jul 4, Jul 5
Starts at 2:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Skitzo Fonik

Jul 5
9:00pm—11:45pm
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, Iowa 51331
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Jump! Van Halen Experience

Jul 5
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Rebel Queens

Jul 5
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Almost Iowa

Jul 5
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Roots in Blue – USAF Band of Mid-America

Jul 6
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Finding Dixie

Jul 6
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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