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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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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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Lost Shaker of Salt Public Cruise

Aug 21
Occurs daily
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Parks Marina
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music by The Past Masters

Aug 21
7:00pm - 11:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Karaoke @ Lost Gar

Aug 21
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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Alan Morphew

Aug 21
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Nektar
606 US-71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Adam Layman

Aug 21
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Wine Bar & Art Gallery
139 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Jesse Wilson

Aug 21
Occurs daily
Starts at 8:00pm
The Peacock Lounge & Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Schmidt Brothers Band

Aug 21
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji 51355
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Murphy’s: OKOBOJI’S #1 Nightclub

Aug 21
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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Skitzo Fonik

Aug 21
9:00pm - 12:00am
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Okoboji View

IGL Pheasants Forever 4-Person Scrambler

Aug 21
Occurs daily
All day
Okoboji View Golf Course
1665 Highway 86
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament

Aug 21
Occurs weekly on Friday
All day
Indian Hills Golf Course
2159 Highway 9
Spirit Lake , IA 51360
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Lakes Area Farmers Market

Aug 22
Occurs weekly on Saturday
7:30am - 12:00pm
Dickinson County Fairgrounds
1602 15th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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