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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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Queen II Apps & Wine Cruise

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SGOWA

Aug 24
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Ruthie Foster

Aug 25
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2-Person Best Shot Golf Tournament

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Labor Day Flea Market – Treasure Village

The annual Labor Day Flea Market will be held Aug 30 – Sept 1 on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at Treasure Village at Lake Okoboji, IA.  They will offer a wide variety of handy, decorative, delicious, wearable, or collectible items. A concessions trailer will offer a delicious menu for meals…
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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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Keys to the Garden (Dueling Duo)

Aug 28
Occurs daily
Starts at 8:00pm
The Roof Garden
91 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Anna Fox

Aug 28
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Wine Bar & Art Gallery
139 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

Aug 28
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Six to Midnight

Aug 28
9:00pm - 12:00am
Captain’s Getaway
107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Murphy’s: OKOBOJI’S #1 Nightclub

Aug 28
Occurs weekly on Friday and Saturday
9:00pm - 1:00am
Murphy’s of Okoboji
129 Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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OKOBOJI’S BIGGEST SUMMER PARTY SERIES at MULLETS

Aug 28
9:00pm - 1:00am
Mullets Okoboji
144 Lakeshore Drive
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Lakes Area Farmers Market

Aug 29
Occurs weekly on Saturday
7:30am - 12:00pm
Dickinson County Fairgrounds
1602 15th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Move for Mental Health

Aug 29
Occurs daily
8:00am - 12:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Highway 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Okoboji Run Club

Aug 29
Occurs weekly on Saturday
Starts at 8:00am
Arnolds Park State Pier
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live music by Boon & Lambert

Aug 29
8:30am - 12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Magic Mirror Face Painting

Aug 29
8:30am - 12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Farmers Market in the Park

Aug 29
Occurs weekly on Saturday
8:30am - 12:30pm
37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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