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.
University of Okoboji Homecoming Races
Jul 19
The University of Okoboji Homecoming Races have been an annual tradition since 1978. Enjoy the scenic route around West Lake Okoboji while competing in one of the many races over University of Okoboji Homecoming weekend. Races Include: Triathlon, Team Triathlon, Half-Marathon, 10K & 5K Triathlon & Team Triathlon Swim, bike, and…
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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.
Jump! Van Halen Experience
Jul 5
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Rebel Queens
Jul 5
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Skitzo Fonik
Jul 5
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Fireworks Over West Lake Okoboji
Jul 5This event occurs on multiple dates
10:15pm—10:30pm
Preservation Plaza37 Lake St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Wes Weller
Jul 6
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Scott Kirkhart
Jul 6This event occurs on multiple dates
Starts at 2:30pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Ryan Sather
Jul 6This event occurs on multiple dates
4:00pm—7:00pm
Snapper’s Turtle Bay Cafe24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Roots in Blue – USAF Band of Mid-America
Jul 6
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Finding Dixie
Jul 6
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Birding on the Green
Jul 7This event occurs on multiple dates
7:00am—9:00am
Brooks Golf Course1201 Brooks Park Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Summer Cezannes | Grades 1-3
Jul 7This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Storytime with Miss Krista – Fish
Jul 7
Starts at 10:30am
Spirit Lake Public Library702 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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