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. Races Include: Triathlon, Team Triathlon, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K Triathlon & Team Triathlon Swim, bike, and…
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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.
The Wallflowers
Aug 9
7:00pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Cover 2 Cover
Aug 9
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Gabriel Micheal
Aug 10
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Love Story: A Taylor Swift Tribute
Aug 12
7:30pm—10:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Wednesday: Fungi are Fun Guys
Aug 13
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Paint, Sip & Savor With Kris Walker & Kathy McGill
Aug 14
12:00pm—4:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Mike Poot – Next Level Rooftop
Aug 14This event occurs on multiple dates
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Rock the Roof: Starfire
Aug 14
Starts at 5:00pm
Roof Garden Ballroom37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Sparky’s Music
Aug 14
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Ragtown
Aug 14This event occurs on multiple dates
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Anna Fox & A Moment’s Sunshine
Aug 15This event occurs on multiple dates
6:00pm—9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The Whiskies
Aug 15This event occurs on multiple dates
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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