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.
Iowa Great Lakes Card Expo
May 17
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.
Teen Art | 7th-12th Grade Art Classes
Jun 9
4:00pm—5:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Summer Cezannes | Grades 1-3
Jun 9
10:00am—11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Parrothead Paradise
Jun 10
7:30pm—9:00pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Wednesday: Animal Voices
Jun 11
5:00pm—7:00pm
Iowa Lakeside Lab1838 IA-86
Wahpeton, IA 51351
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Summer BINGO night
Jun 11
Starts at 5:00pm
Okoboji Barn Bar and Grill2325 41st St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Preschool Picassos | Ages 3-5 yrs
Jun 11
10:00am—11:00am
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Full Moon Party with Pop Rocks!
Jun 11
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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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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Summer Suerats | Grades 4-6
Jun 12
10:00am—11:30am
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music at the Winery: Link West
Jun 12
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Flashmob
Jun 13
9:00pm—11:45pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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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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