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.
University of Okoboji Homecoming Races
Jul 19
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.
Gen X Jukebox
May 16, May 17
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Iowa Great Lakes Card Expo
May 17
9:00am—5:00pm
1602 15th StSpirit Lake, Iowa 51360
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Iowa Great Lakes Card Expo
May 17
9:00am—5:00pm
1602 15th StSpirit Lake, Iowa 51360.0
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MINGO – Music Bingo
May 21
Starts at 6:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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GB Leighton (Story Tellers Edition) Trio
May 22
9:00pm—11:45pm
107 W Broadway StArnolds Park, Iowa 51331.0
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Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night
May 22, Jun 12, Jun 26, Jul 10, Jul 24 & more
6:00pm—8:00pm
Spirit Lake VFW914 Lake St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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4 Course Cup N’ Saucer Dinner
May 22
6:00pm—8:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
May 23, May 24, May 25, Jul 26, Jul 27 & more
8:00pm—11:45pm
1404 U. S. Hwy 71Okoboji 51355
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Tank Anthony Band
May 23, May 24, May 25, Aug 29, Aug 30 & more
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Keifer and Scott
May 24, May 25, May 26, Jun 8, Jun 21 & more
12:00pm—3:00pm
1404 US-71Okoboji 51355
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Adam and I
May 24, Jun 28
Farmers Market in the Park37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Mercantile Market
May 24, May 25
Old School Mercantile10 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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