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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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Lakes Area Farmers Market

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Sep 24

Manhattan Short Film Festival

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Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night

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West O Trivia Night

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Okoboji Bicycle Club Thursday Night Rides

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University of Okoboji Oktoberfest

Sep 26
Join us Saturday, September 26th for the 35th year of University of Okoboji Oktoberfest fun brought to you by the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. This fun fall festival kicks off with a bike ride in the morning around the beautiful waters of Lake Minnewashta and West Lake…
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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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Oct 1

Wine Class

Starts at 6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 1

Wine Class: Hidden Gems of Southern Italy

Occurs daily
Starts at 6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 1

West O Trivia Night

Occurs weekly on Thursday
7:00pm - 9:00pm
West O Beer
503 Terrace Park Blvd
West Okoboji, IA 51351
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Oct 2

Block Party at the Library

Occurs weekly on Friday
10:00am - 11:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Oct 2

Live Music Fridays with Dave Anderson & the Invisible String Band

Occurs weekly on Friday
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyard & Winery
30124 MN-264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Oct 3

Open Clay Studio

Occurs weekly on Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 3

Iowa: and the Broken Circle

Occurs daily
Starts at 5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
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Oct 3

Iowa and The Broken Circle

Occurs daily
Starts at 5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Emerald Hills
Oct 4

Three-Person best shot Golf Tournament

Occurs daily
Starts at 8:00am
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 US Hwy 71 S
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Oct 5

Mah-Jongg

Occurs weekly on Monday and Thursday
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Oct 5

The Tortoise and the Hare

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Oct 6

Sewing/Quilting

Occurs weekly on Tuesday
9:00am - 3:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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