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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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HitMix Bingo at Oak hill Outdoor

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The peacock: Bunco

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West O Trivia Night

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Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

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Ragtown

A group of men fishing on a boat in the lake

Walleye Weekend

May 2 – May 3
Each year the Iowa Great Lakes Area kicks off walleye season with the Iowa Great Lakes Area Walleye Weekend tournament put on by the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. Ten walleye are tagged and released in to the chain of Iowa Great Lakes. Starting at midnight on Saturday,…
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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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Sculpture Walk

May 26
10:00am—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Prairie Winds: Music & Nature

May 26
7:00pm—8:00pm
Lakeside Laboratory – Mahan Hall
1838 IA-86
Milford, IA 51351
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Sweet & Savory Small Party Bites Cooking Class – Part 2

May 28
3:00pm—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Prairie Winds: Musical Pairings

May 28
6:00pm—8:00pm
Little Swan Lake Winery
1350 320th Ave
Estherville, IA
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