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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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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Full Moon Party

May 31
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The Sheet

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Live Music by Sounds fishy

Round Lake Vineyards

Live music at the Winery

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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 18
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.

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Live Music by Nish Band

Jun 6
7:00pm - 11:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Sunset Cruise Public Cruise

Jun 6 +3 more
Occurs weekly on Saturday
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Madison Kane

Jun 6
Starts at 8:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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OKOBOJI’S BIGGEST SUMMER PARTY SERIES at MULLETS

Jun 6 +3 more
9:00pm - 1:00am
Mullets Okoboji
144 Lakeshore Drive
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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University of Okoboji Youth Soccer Classic

Jun 6 – Jun 7
All day
Bedell Family YMCA
1900 41st St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Two Man Best Shot Tournament

Jun 7
Starts at 8:00am
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 US Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Sam & Bailey

Jun 7
4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Peacock Lounge and Grille
575 US-71
Arnold’s Park, IA 51331
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Two-Man Best Shot Golf Tournament

Jun 7
All day
Emerald Hills Golf Course
808 Us Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Summer Cezannes | Grades 1-3

Jun 8 +5 more
10:00am - 11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Teen Art | 7th-12th Grade Art Classes

Jun 8 +5 more
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Queen II Dinner Cruise

Jun 8
Starts at 6:00pm
Arnolds Park Amusement Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Baby Biologist

Jun 9
10:45am - 11:15am
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Road
Okoboji, IA 51355
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