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.
Judd Hoos plus Denham
Jul 4This event occurs on multiple dates
5:00pm—9:00pm
Mullets Okoboji – Lake Level144 Lakeshort Drive
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band
Jul 4This event occurs on multiple dates
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyard & Winery30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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4th of July Freedom Cruise
Jul 4
7:00pm—10:30pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Pet Rock
Jul 4
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Skitzo Fonik
Jul 4
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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4th of July Fireworks
Jul 4
10:00pm—10:30pm
West Lake Okoboji37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Boon and Lambert
Jul 5This event occurs on multiple dates
Farmers Market in the Park37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Red, White & Booze Cruise
Jul 5
1:00am—4:00pm
Parks Marina24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Farmers Market in the Park
Jul 5This event occurs on multiple dates
8:30am—12:30pm
37 Lake StreetArnolds Park, IA 51331
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Sunset Cruise
Jul 5This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—6:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Open Clay Studio
Jul 5This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—4:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Lake Affect
Jul 5
Starts at 12:00pm
Millers BayWest Lake Okoboji, IA 51360
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