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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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Free Movies by the Lake

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Scotty Rohlfsen

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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Preschool Picassos | Ages 3-5 yrs

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Antique & Classic Boat Show

Jul 25
View these beautiful classic & wooden boats on the docks at Arnolds Park Amusement Park throughout the day.  They will depart the docks for their annual boat parade through the bridge between East & West Lake Okoboji at approximately 2:30 pm. The Jerry Dyhrkopp Iowa Great Lakes Chapter of 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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Big Nacho Karaoke

Jul 23
Occurs weekly on Thursday
6:00pm - 11:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Boon & Lambert

Jul 23
Occurs daily
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Boss’ Pizzeria
1405 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Okoboji Bicycle Club Thursday Night Rides

Jul 23
Occurs weekly on Thursday
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arnolds Park Promenade
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The RIVA Experience with LANCO

Jul 23
Occurs daily
Starts at 6:00pm
Okoboji Store Bar & Kitchen
1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Round Lake Vineyards

Stephanie Appel

Jul 23
Occurs daily
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyard & Winery
30124 State Hwy 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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West O Trivia Night

Jul 23
Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Brian Herrin

Jul 23
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Wine Bar & Art Gallery
139 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Karaoke @ Lost Gar

Jul 23
Occurs weekly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Starts at 8:00pm
Lost Gar & Paddlefish Bar
63 Highway 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Zac Fisher

Jul 23
Occurs daily
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Nektar
606 US-71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Day Camp: Boots & Saddles

Jul 23
Occurs weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
All day
Camp Foster YMCA
1769 260th Ave
Spirit Lake, IA
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Dock Yoga

Jul 24
Starts at 8:00am
Pick’s Resort
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Cattlemen’s Regatta Charity Golf Tournament

Jul 24
Occurs daily
Starts at 8:00am
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 US Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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