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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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Snappers Trivia Night

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The peacock: Bunco

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Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night

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West O Trivia Night

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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.

Round Lake Vineyards

Spring Market

Apr 26
11:00am—3:00pm
Round Lake Vineywards & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Live music by La Raza

Apr 26
4:00pm—6:00pm
Little Swan Lake Winery
1350 320th Ave
Estherville, IA 51334
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Flatbread & Friendship Cooking Class – Gourmet Pizza Making

Apr 28
11:00am—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Ragtown

May 1 +1 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Walleye Weekend

May 2 – May 3
12:00am—12:00pm
Iowa Great Lakes
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Birding on the Green

May 4 +2 more
7:00am—9:00am
Brooks Golf Course
1201 Brooks Park Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Spirit Lake Sip & Stroll

May 6
5:00pm—7:30pm
Downtown Spirit Lake
Hill Avenue
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Sourdough Bread Making Class

May 7
10:00am—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Jezebelle

May 8 +1 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Winemaker Tasting Event

May 13
6:00pm—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Craft Tacos Cooking Class

May 19
12:00pm—12:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

May 22 +51 more
Occurs weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
5:00pm—6:15pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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