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.
Milford Kiwanis Bingo Night
Jun 12This event occurs on multiple dates
6:00pm—8:00pm
Spirit Lake VFW914 Lake St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Neal Mccoy – Nashlo 2025
Jun 12
Starts at 7:00pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Spirit Lake Chamber “Briefcase Open”
Jun 13
Okoboji View Golf Course1665 IA-86
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Adult Art Workshop: Let’s Paint a Landscape!
Jun 13
10:00am—7:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Neon Horizon
Jun 13This event occurs on multiple dates
Starts at 2:30pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Friday Night Live – Dan Medeiros
Jun 13
6:00pm—9:00pm
Lake View Deck243 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Five-O
Jun 13This event occurs on multiple dates
6:00pm—9:00pm
Oak Hill Outdoor2188 IA-86
Milford, IA 51351
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Papermoon
Jun 13
6:00pm—9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Flashmob
Jun 13
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Lawson Band
Jun 14
8:30am—12:30pm
Farmers Market in the Park37 Lake Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Sunset Cruise
Jun 14This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—6:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Adult Art Workshop: Kintsugi
Jun 14
12:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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