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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 Writer’s Corner

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Paint Night at the Library

Oct 28 – Mar 25
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West O Trivia Night

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Mediterranean Dinner Series

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Trunk or Treat | Hosted by GrapeTree

Oct 30
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WOW: Women’s Okoboji Weekend

Nov 7 – Nov 8
Enjoy fashion, food, fun and thousands of dollars in prizes at WOW- Women’s Okoboji Weekend, November 7-8 at the Dickinson County Expo Building.
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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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Escape the Nature Center

Dec 6
4:30pm—7:30pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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A Merry Little Holiday Brunch with Sarah Page

Dec 9
11:00am—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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PEARSON LAKES ART CENTER

Damon, Dave, & Ryan – Holiday Show

Dec 11
7:30pm—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Santa’s Village

Dec 13
10:00am—2:00pm
Downtown Spirit Lake
1619 Hill Ave
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Escape the Nature Center Session 2

Dec 13
4:30pm—7:30pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The Fishheads

Dec 19 +1 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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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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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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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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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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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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