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.
Iowa Great Lakes Card Expo
May 17
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.
Roots in Blue – USAF Band of Mid-America
Jul 6
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Finding Dixie
Jul 6
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Wes Weller
Jul 6
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Frontiers – Journey Tribute Band
Jul 8
7:30pm—10:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Free Movies By the Lake: Moana 2
Jul 9
8:00pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Wild Wednesday: Tiny Creatures
Jul 9
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Big Time Grain Co.
Jul 10
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboij Store1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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George Birge – Nashlo 2025
Jul 10
Starts at 7:00pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Studio B Jazz
Jul 10
6:00pm—9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Sparky’s Music
Jul 10
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Full Moon Party with the Johnny Holm Band
Jul 10
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Gen X Jukebox
Jul 11
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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