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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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Tim Horsman

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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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Okoboji Bible Conference

Aug 1 – Aug 7
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The S.O.B.’s – Next Level Rooftop

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West O Trivia Night

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Antique & Classic Boat Show

Jul 25
View these beautiful classic & wooden boats on the docks at Arnolds Park Amusement Park throughout the day.  They will depart the docks for their annual boat parade through the bridge between East & West Lake Okoboji at approximately 2:30 pm. The Jerry Dyhrkopp Iowa Great Lakes Chapter of the…
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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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Emerald Hills Club Championship Weekend

Aug 8
Occurs daily
All day
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 Highway 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Iowa PGA Junior Golf Tournament

Aug 9
Occurs daily
Starts at 12:00pm
Brooks Golf
1201 Brooks Park Drive
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Ryan Sather & Karess Knudstron

Aug 9
Occurs daily
Starts at 2:00pm
St Joseph Catholic Church
1305 Okoboji Ave
Milford, IA 51351
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Live Music by Mighty Mayhem

Aug 9
2:00pm - 6:00pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Ledfoot Larry (Solo) – Next Level Rooftop

Aug 9
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

Aug 9
Occurs weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
5:00pm - 6:15pm
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th St
Okoboji, IA 51355
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DJ Shif-D (Yacht Rock Party)

Aug 9
Occurs daily
Starts at 5:00pm
The Peacock Lounge & Grille
575 Hwy 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Aug 9
Starts at 6:00pm
Okoboji Summer Theatre
2001 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Zac Fisher

Aug 9
Occurs daily
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Nektar
606 US-71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Damon Dotson

Aug 9
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji 51355
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Emerald Hills Club Championship Weekend

Aug 9
Occurs daily
All day
Emerald Hills Golf Club
808 Highway 71
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Mah-Jongg

Aug 10
Occurs weekly on Monday and Thursday
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Spirit Lake Public Library
702 16th St
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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