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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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Okoboji Bible Conference

Aug 1 – Aug 7
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The S.O.B.’s – Next Level Rooftop

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Antique & Classic Boat Show

Jul 25
View these beautiful classic & wooden boats on the docks at Arnolds Park Amusement Park throughout the day.  They will depart the docks for their annual boat parade through the bridge between East & West Lake Okoboji at approximately 2:30 pm. The Jerry Dyhrkopp Iowa Great Lakes Chapter of the…
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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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Live at the Lake: Hairball

Aug 15
Occurs daily
7:30pm - 12:00am
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Hope Johnson

Aug 15
Occurs daily
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Nektar
606 US-71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Kris Lager Band

Aug 15
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 US-71
Okoboji , IA 51355
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Sunset Cruise Public Cruise

Aug 15
Occurs weekly on Saturday
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Karaoke @ Lost Gar

Aug 15
Occurs weekly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Starts at 8:00pm
Lost Gar & Paddlefish Bar
63 Highway 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Murphy’s: OKOBOJI’S #1 Nightclub

Aug 15
Occurs weekly on Friday and Saturday
9:00pm - 1:00am
Murphy’s of Okoboji
129 Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Ragtown

Aug 15
9:00pm - 12:00am
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Fireworks Over West Lake Okoboji

Aug 15
Occurs weekly on Saturday
10:00pm - 10:15pm
Preservation Plaza
37 Lake St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Ingham Camp 4-Person Best Shot

Aug 15
Occurs daily
All day
Okoboji View Golf Course
1665 Highway 86
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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The Nuclear Bees

Aug 16
Starts at 1:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music by Naked Baitfish

Aug 16
2:30pm - 6:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Mike Poot & Justin Burke – Next Level Rooftop

Aug 16
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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