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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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The Nuclear Bees

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Ragtown

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Shake the Lake Public Cruise

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Farmers Market in the Park

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Fireworks Over West Lake Okoboji

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John Morgan – NASHLO 2026

Aug 13
John Morgan is taking the stage Thursday, August 13 as part of the Nashville  Lake Okoboji Summer Concert Series at Captain’s Getaway. Doors: 7:00pm | Show: 8:00pm GRAMMY-nominated and 4x #1 hitmaker, John Morgan delivers country music with a blue-collar edge rooted in the only life he knows. Raised in Sylva,…
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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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Mah-Jongg

Aug 17
Occurs weekly on Monday and Thursday
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Aug 17
Occurs weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
5:00pm - 6:15pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Dinner in the Sky

Aug 17
6:00pm - 12:00am
Arnolds Park Amusement Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Dick Bauman Big Band

Aug 17
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Sewing/Quilting

Aug 18
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
9:00am - 3:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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2-Person Best Shot Golf Tournament

Aug 18
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
Starts at 3:00pm
Okoboji View Golf Course
1665 Highway 86
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Aug 18
Occurs weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
5:00pm - 6:15pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Music Bingo @ West O Beer

Aug 18
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
6:00pm - 8:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Marilyn Maye

Aug 18
Occurs daily
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers

Aug 18
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Snappers
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Way Back When Wednesdays

Aug 19
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
Starts at 10:00am
Dickinson County Museum
1708 Keokuk Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Hand crafters

Aug 19
Occurs weekly on Wednesday
12:30pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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