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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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Siesta Cruise Public Cruise

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University of Okoboji Youth Soccer Classic

Jun 6 – Jun 7
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Ben Aaron – Next Level Rooftop

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Sam & Bailey

Jun 7
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Live Music by Boone & Lambert

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University of Okoboji Homecoming Races

Jul 18
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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Ring of Fire

Jun 23 +6 more
Starts at 8:00pm
Okoboji Summer Theatre
2001 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Free Movies by the Lake

Jun 24 +1 more
Starts at 8:00pm
Preservation Plaza
243 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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MTVs (Duo) – Next Level Rooftop

Jun 25 +1 more
Starts at 4:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Rock The Roof: Sean Benz

Jun 25
Starts at 5:00pm
Majestic Pavilion
37 Lake St
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Taylor Huseman

Jun 25
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub
1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Adam Layman

Jun 25
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Wine Bar & Art Gallery
139 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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The Castellows – Nashlo 2026

Jun 25
8:00pm - 12:00am
Captain’s Getaway
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Studio B Jazz

Jun 26
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Block Party Retro Pub
1107 Sanborn Avenue
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Live Music by Funk Uh Fried

Jun 26 +1 more
7:00pm - 11:00am
The Barefoot Bar
24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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The Nineteen Eighties

Jun 26 +1 more
Starts at 8:00pm
The Okoboji Store
1404 US-71
Okoboji , IA 51355
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Jennifer Johnson

Jun 26
8:00pm - 10:30pm
The Wine Bar & Art Gallery
139 W Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Atari

Jun 26 +1 more
Starts at 9:00pm
Captain’s Getaway
107 W Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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