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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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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

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Family Nature Night

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Heartland Light Display

Nov 23 – Jan 3
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Spencer’s Holiday Annual Craft, Vendor, Boutiques & More Shopping Event

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Holiday Window Lighting

Nov 29
Join us to kick off the Holiday Season in downtown Spirit Lake! Come see the beautiful store fronts lit up for the holiday season, some with live window displays. Santa will arrive around 4:30pm at The Venue on a Fire Truck. Saturday, November 29, 20254:30-6pm
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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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Themed Trivia Night: Game of Thrones

Dec 23 – Dec 18
7:00pm—9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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FREE Community Showing of Elf!

Dec 24
10:00am—12:00am
Great Lakes Cinema 7
1698 Exchange St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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FREE Community Showing of White Christmas

Dec 24
10:00am—12:00am
Great Lakes Cinema 7
1698 Exchange St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Tank Anthony Band

Dec 26 +3 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Wine Pairing Dinner

Jan 17
5:00pm—9:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Junk FM

Jan 22 – Jul 6
6:00pm—12:00am
Parks Marina – Snappers
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Jordan Beem Duo – Winter Games 2026 Celebration

Jan 22 +2 more
3:00pm—6:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Jordan Beem Duo

Jan 22 +2 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Winter Games 2021

University of Okoboji Winter Games

Jan 22 – Jan 25
All day
Iowa Great Lakes Community
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Tristan Marquardt

Jan 23 – Jul 6
4:00pm—7:30pm
Parks Marina – Snappers
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Winter Games Chili Cook-Off

Jan 23
5:00pm—7:00pm
Dickinson County Expo Center
1600 15th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Jud Hailey Trio

Jan 23 +1 more
6:30pm—9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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