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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 Schmidt Brothers Band

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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Milford Pioneer Days

Jul 24 – Jul 26
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Never Can Say Goodbye: The 70s Beehive Musical

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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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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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Summer Cezannes | Grades 1-3

Jul 27
10:00am - 11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Mah-Jongg

Jul 27
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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Teen Art | 7th-12th Grade Art Classes

Jul 27
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Jul 27
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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Dinner in the Sky

Jul 27
6:00pm - 12:00am
Arnolds Park Amusement Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Dick Bauman Big Band

Jul 27
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Day Camp: Boots & Saddles

Jul 27
Occurs weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
All day
Camp Foster YMCA
1769 260th Ave
Spirit Lake, IA
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Sewing/Quilting

Jul 28
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
9:00am - 3:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Brooks Junior Golf Camp

Jul 28
Occurs daily
Starts at 9:00am
Brooks Golf
1201 Brooks Park Drive
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Teen Art | 7th-12th Grade Art Classes

Jul 28
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Luigi’s PIzzaria – Kids Art

Jul 28
Occurs daily
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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2-Person Best Shot Golf Tournament

Jul 28
Occurs weekly on Tuesday
Starts at 3:00pm
Okoboji View Golf Course
1665 Highway 86
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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