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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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MML’s CrAfter Hours

May 20
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West O Trivia Night

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Summer Beer Runs

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Still Life Thursdays – Florals

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Farmers Market in the Park

Your Saturday morning routine!  Spend your Saturday mornings at the park with family, friends live music, local vendors, and more! Visit by boat, bike, vehicle or foot!  Enjoy live music, food fresh produce and goods from local vendors, shopping, children’s activities and yoga on the pier every weekend throughout the…
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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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Kenue Coffee Hour

Jun 4
10:30am - 11:30am
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji 51355
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Camp Foster YMCA 8-Inch Cup Tournament

Jun 5
Starts at 8:00am
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 US Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music by Red Dirt Road

Jun 5
7:00pm - 11:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Flashmob

Jun 5 +1 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live music by Lakeside Jukebox

Jun 6
8:30am - 12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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live music by Christopher John

Jun 6
2:30pm - 6:30pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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La raza

Jun 6
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub
1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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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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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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Summer Cezannes | Grades 1-3

Jun 8 +3 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 +3 more
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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