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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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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

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Shirts and Skins

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Heartland Light Display

Nov 23 – Jan 3
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Wine Pairing Dinner

Dec 12
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Open Clay Studio

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Santa’s Village

Dec 13
The Spirit Lake Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate the season at Santa’s Village!  Enjoy a day of festive fun with face painting, Letters to Santa, an Elf Hunt, Christmas Read Alouds, a Hot Cocoa Bar, holiday games and more surprises along the way! Pictures with Santa will be…
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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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MINGO – Music Bingo

Dec 18
Starts at 6:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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West O Trivia Night

Dec 18
Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Karaoke at Oak Hill Outdoor

Dec 18
Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm—10:00pm
Oak Hill Outdoor
2188 IA-86
Milford, IA 51351
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Family Nature Night

Dec 19
5:00pm—7:00pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The Fishheads

Dec 19 +1 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Writer’s Corner

Dec 23
6:00pm—8:00pm
Lakeshore Center
1864 Hwy 86
Milford, IA 51351
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Themed Trivia Night: Game of Thrones

Dec 23 – Dec 18
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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FREE Community Showing of Elf!

Dec 24
10:00am—12:00am
Great Lakes Cinema 7
1698 Exchange St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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FREE Community Showing of White Christmas

Dec 24
10:00am—12:00am
Great Lakes Cinema 7
1698 Exchange St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Tank Anthony Band

Dec 26 +3 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Grungepop

Dec 31
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night

Jan 8 +6 more
6:00pm—8:00pm
Spirit Lake VFW
914 Lake St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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