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.
Flashmob
Jul 19
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Hits of Boston – Featuring David Victor
Jul 19
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races
Jul 19
6:30am—11:00am
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Okoboji Music Masters
Jul 19
8:30am—12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Dave Anderson
Jul 19
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Jonah and the Whales
Jul 19
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Simon Cropp
Jul 20
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Summer Camp: “Giggles” Partnership Camp
Jul 22
9:00am—12:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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John Ford Coley
Jul 22
7:30pm—10:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Free Movies by the Lake: Inside Out 2
Jul 23
8:00pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Wild Wednesday: Hidey Holes
Jul 23
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Zac Fisher & DJ Misty
Jul 24
6:00pm—9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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