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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!

Wildlife Walks: Woodpeckers

Jul 18
Starts at 9:30am
Horseshoe Bend Wildlife Area (north side)
2372 190th Ave
Milford, IA 51351
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Barefoot Dock Hop

Jul 18This event occurs on multiple dates
1:00pm—4:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Ryan Sather

Jul 18This event occurs on multiple dates
Starts at 5:00pm
Mullets
144 Lakeshore D
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Family Nature Night: All About Abbie Gardner

Jul 18
Starts at 5:00pm
Abbie Gardner Cabin
74 Monument Drive
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

Jul 18This event occurs on multiple dates
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyard & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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The Five-O

Jul 18This event occurs on multiple dates
6:00pm—9:00pm
Oak Hill Outdoor
2188 IA-86
Milford, IA 51351
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Bikes, Brews & bites

Jul 18
6:00pm—10:00pm
Maser Monarch Lodge
22531 Nature Center Rd.
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Jake McVey

Jul 18
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Colton Dixon with special guest Ryan Stevenson

Jul 18
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Jesse Wilson

Jul 18
Starts at 8:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 HWY 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Flashmob

Jul 18
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 19
6:30am—11:00am
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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