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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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Dick Bauman Big Band

Jun 30This event occurs on multiple dates
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Siesta Cruise

Jun 30This event occurs on multiple dates
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Trivia Night at The Wine Bar

Jun 30This event occurs on multiple dates
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Dennis Porter – Game Show

Jun 30
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Women on Water: Small-Group Captain Class

Jun 30This event occurs on multiple dates
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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.

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Scotty Rohlfsen – Next Level Rooftop

Jul 7This event occurs on multiple dates
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway Rooftop
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Teen Art | 7th-12th Grade Art Classes

Jul 7This event occurs on multiple dates
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Little Shop of Horrors

Jul 8This event occurs on multiple dates
Okoboji Summer Theatre
2001 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Summer Movies at MML: The Angry Birds Movie

Jul 8
Starts at 2:00pm
Milford Memorial Library
1009 9th Street
Milford, IA 51351
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Lessons of the Holocaust

Jul 8
Starts at 5:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
706 16th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Frontiers – Journey Tribute Band

Jul 8
7:30pm—10:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Preschool Picassos | Ages 3-5 yrs

Jul 9This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—11:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Adult Art Workshop: Mindful Art 2.0

Jul 9This event occurs on multiple dates
10:00am—7:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center
2201 Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Boji Bantam: Stuart Little

Jul 9This event occurs on multiple dates
10:30am—12:00pm
Okoboji Summer Theatre – Boji Bantam
2001 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Nature Tots: Animals ABC’s!

Jul 9This event occurs on multiple dates
10:30am—2:30pm
Dickinson County Nature Center
22785 Nature Center Rd
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Wednesday: Tiny Creatures

Jul 9
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab
1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Free Movies By the Lake: Moana 2

Jul 9
8:00pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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