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.
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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.
Birding on the Green
Jun 2
7:00am—9:00am
Brooks Golf Course1201 Brooks Park Dr
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Wednesdays: Fire!
Jun 4
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Rad Zoo
Jun 4
10:30am—2:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Revved UP!
Jun 5
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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3rd & 4th Grade Summer Camp: Nature’s Gross at Sherwood Forest Park
Jun 5
9:00am—3:00pm
Dickinson County Nature Center22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Lakeside Jukebox
Jun 5
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Music & Stories | Wild Prairie Winds & Overall Buddies
Jun 5
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 Hwy 71 N
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Audio Circus
Jun 6
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park 51331
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Waylon Glienke | Friday Night Live
Jun 6
6:00pm—9:00pm
Lake View Deck243 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Boone & Lambert
Jun 6
Block Party Retro Pub1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Celebrate The Arts Gala
Jun 6
Starts at 5:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Blue Mountain Band
Jun 6
Starts at 2:30pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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