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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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Zac Fisher & DJ Misty

Jul 16
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Summer Beer Runs

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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 18
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. Races Include: Triathlon, Team Triathlon, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K Triathlon & Team Triathlon Swim, bike, and…
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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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The Terrace Live & Local: Derek Post

Jul 15
7:00pm - 9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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The Cottage

Jul 15
Starts at 8:00pm
Okoboji Summer Theatre
2001 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Free Movies by the Lake

Jul 15
8:00pm - 12:00am
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Day Camp: Boots & Saddles

Jul 15
Occurs weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
All day
Camp Foster YMCA
1769 260th Ave
Spirit Lake, IA
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Dock Yoga

Jul 16
Starts at 7:30am
Pick’s Resort
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Summer Seurats | Grades 4-6

Jul 16
10:00am - 11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Homemade Bagel Making

Jul 16
Occurs daily
Starts at 10:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Block Party at the Library

Jul 16
Occurs daily
10:00am - 11:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Mah-Jongg

Jul 16
Occurs weekly on Monday and Thursday
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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LOVE SONGS FOR ANGRY MEN – Next Level Rooftop

Jul 16
Occurs daily
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Jul 16
Occurs weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
5:00pm - 6:15pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Rock the Roof: Boone & Lambert

Jul 16
Occurs daily
Starts at 5:00pm
Lakeview Deck
37 Lake St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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