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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!

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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Nature Tots: Animals ABC’s!

May 14
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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

May 16
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Scott Larsen Band

May 16
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Open Clay Studio

May 17
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MINGO – Music Bingo

May 21
Card Expo

Iowa Great Lakes Card Expo

May 17
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.

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Rock A La Carte

May 31
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Jordan Beem

May 31
Starts at 2:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Boon & Lambert

May 31
Starts at 2:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Father David Hermann in Concert

Jun 1
4:00pm—6:00pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church
1305 Okoboji Ave
Milford, IA 51351
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Live Music at the Winery: Dave Anderson

Jun 1
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Birding on the Green

Jun 2
7:00am—9:00am
Brooks Golf Course
1201 Brooks Park Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Wednesdays: Fire!

Jun 4
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab
1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Rad Zoo

Jun 4
10:30am—2:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Revved UP!

Jun 5
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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3rd & 4th Grade Summer Camp: Nature’s Gross at Sherwood Forest Park

Jun 5
9:00am—3:00pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Lakeside Jukebox

Jun 5
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Music & Stories | Wild Prairie Winds & Overall Buddies

Jun 5
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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