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: Lunch for kids fundraiser

Jan 16

Wine Pairing Dinner

Jan 17

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Esport Tournament – Wii Sports

Jan 17

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The peacock: karaoke w/ Jason grinnen

Jan 18

Teen Art | 7-12th

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.

Winter Games Mega Pong Tournament

Jan 24

10:00am—6:00pm

The Okoboji Store
1404 US-71
Okoboji 51355

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Hard Water Golf Open

Jan 24

10:00am—3:00pm

Ice – West of Pirate Jacks
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Hard Water Open

Jan 24

10:00am—3:00pm

Arnolds Park Amusement Park Lakefront
173 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Comedy Brunch

Jan 24

11:00am—10:00pm

Oak Hill Outdoor – 2188
2767 Okoboji Ave
Milford, IA 51351

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Boon & Lambert

Jan 24

11:00am—4:00pm

The Roof Garden Ballroom
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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Winter Games Bean Bag Tournament

Jan 24

11:00am—3:00pm

Parks Marina
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Winter Games Okoboji Beer Curling

Jan 24

11:00am—12:30pm

The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Winter Games Smooshing Races

Jan 24

12:00pm—3:00pm

The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Keifer & Scott

Jan 24

12:00pm—12:00am

Okoboji Store

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Human DogSled Races

Jan 24

1:00pm—2:30pm

The Barefoot Bar
24457 Stake Out Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355

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Winter Games Chocolate Classic & Galleria

Jan 24

1:00pm—3:00pm

Dickinson County Expo Center
1600 15th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360

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Winter Games Polar Plunge

Jan 24

1:30pm—3:15pm

Lake Front Queen’s Court
Arnolds Park, IA 51331

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