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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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Weedy Wednesday: Cinnamon

Oct 8
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MINGO – Music Bingo

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Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night

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West O Trivia Night

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Mini Michelangelo’s | K-2nd

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Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival

Oct 18
FREE Fall Family fun in the Iowa Great Lakes! Join us at Camp Foster for trick-or-treating, games, crafts and more! Head over to Camp Foster on Saturday, October 18th and park at the entrance. The fun begins right away with a hay ride in to camp where you’ll enjoy activities…
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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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Boats & Bloodies

Oct 11 +5 more
Starts at 9:00am
Oak Hill Marina
176 Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Open Clay Studio

Oct 11 +10 more
Occurs weekly on Saturday
10:00am—4:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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FREE Community Showing of Hotel Transylvania

Oct 11
10:00am—12:00am
Great Lakes Cinema 7
1698 Exchange St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Autumn on the Avenue

Oct 11
1:00pm—5:00pm
Downtown Spirit Lake
Hill Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Karaoke at Oak Hill Outdoor

Oct 11 +2 more
Occurs weekly on Saturday
6:00pm—10:00pm
Oak Hill Outdoor
2188 IA-86
Milford, IA 51351
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Game Day Watch Party

Oct 11
6:00pm—12:00am
Okoboji Store Bar & Kitchen
1404 Hwy 71 S
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Dust n’ Bones (A Tribute to Guns N’ Roses)

Oct 11
9:00pm—11:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Fall Festival

Oct 12
1:00pm—3:00pm
Wildcat Stadium
74 Bascom St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Ghosts, Glitter, & Glue

Oct 13
10:00am—11:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library Community Room
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Teen Art | 7-12th

Oct 14 +7 more
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Lake Park Market on Market

Oct 14 +1 more
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
4:30pm—7:30pm
Market Street
Lake Park, IA 51347
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Pumpkin Decorating Party/Contest and Candle Pouring

Oct 14
5:00pm—8:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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