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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The peacock: Jessica McClintock

Jan 10

Teen Art | 7-12th

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West O Trivia Night

Open Clay Studio

Mini Michelangelo’s | K-2nd

University of Okoboji Winter Games

Jan 22 – Jan 25

The final full weekend in January each year brings endless fun to Okoboji! We look forward to welcoming you to Okoboji for the University of Okoboji Winter Games January 22-25, 2026! Kites. Broomball. Flag Football. Softball. Bags Tournament. Chili Cook-Off. Chocolate Classic. Polar Plunge. Fireworks. Burning of the Greens. 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 Johnny Holm Band

Jan 23

8:00pm—11:30pm

Parks Marina
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355

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The peacock: Jessie Wilson

Jan 23

8:00pm—11:00pm

575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Decoy

Jan 23

8:00pm—12:00am

Okoboji Store

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Tank Anthony Band

Jan 23 +1 more

Starts at 9:00pm

Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331

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Varsity Rejects

Jan 23 +1 more

Starts at 9:00pm

Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Broomball Tournament

Jan 24

8:00am—4:00pm

Smiths Bay – West Lake Okoboji
1401 Lake Shore Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Winter Games 5K Fun Run

Jan 24

8:00am—10:00am

Lake Front Queen’s Court
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Flag Football Tournament

Jan 24

8:00am—3:00pm

Parks Marina
24457 Stake Out Road
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Winter Games Courtyard, Firepits & Fun!

Jan 24

8:00am—6:00pm

Preservation Plaza
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Snow Softball Tournament

Jan 24

8:00am—3:30pm

The Ritz
394 U.S. Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Bloody Mary’s & Hot Chocolate Bar

Jan 24

8:00am—5:00pm

The Roof Garden
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Ice Oval Races

Jan 24

8:00am—4:00pm

Ice in front of Barefoot Bar
24457 Stake Out Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355

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