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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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Sep 26

University of Okoboji Oktoberfest

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The Fishheads

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Lakes Area Farmers Market

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Live Music by Mighty Mayhem

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Sep 26

Oktoberfest Bean Bag Tournament

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University of Okoboji Oktoberfest

Sep 26
Join us Saturday, September 26th for the 35th year of University of Okoboji Oktoberfest fun brought to you by the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. This fun fall festival kicks off with a bike ride in the morning around the beautiful waters of Lake Minnewashta and West Lake…
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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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Oct 7

Hand crafters

Occurs weekly on Wednesday
12:30pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Oct 7

Pretty Pretty Pumpkin

Occurs daily
Starts at 1:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 7

The Tortoise and the Hare

4:00pm - 8:15pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 7

Teen Art | Grades 7-12

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pearson lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 8

Open Clay Studio

Occurs weekly on Thursday
10:00am - 9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 8

Mah-Jongg

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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Oct 8

The Tortoise and the Hare

4:00pm - 8:15pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 8

Mini Michelangelo’s | Grades k-2

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 8

Art Club | Grades 3-6

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 8

Cigar Box Collage

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 8

West O Trivia Night

Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Oct 9

Block Party at the Library

Occurs weekly on Friday
10:00am - 11:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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