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.
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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.
Live Music at the Winery: Gabriel Micheal
Jun 15
2:00pm—6:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Siesta Cruise
Jun 15
5:00pm—6:15pm
Barefoot Bar
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Georgia Loophole
Jun 15
Starts at 2:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles
Jun 17, Jun 18
7:30pm—9:30pm
Pearson Lakes Art Center2201 U. S. Hwy 71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Wild Wednesday: Star Stories
Jun 18
5:00pm—7:00pm
1838 IA-86Wahpeton, Iowa 51351.0
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Shaylee – Nashlo 2025
Jun 19
Starts at 7:00pm
Captain’s Getaway107 Broadway Street
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Live Music at the Winery: Sonya Johnsen
Jun 19
6:00pm—8:00pm
Round Lake Vineyards & Winery30124 State Highway 264
Round Lake, MN 56167
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Live at the Lake: Dustin Lynch
Jun 20
7:30pm—10:00pm
Preservation Plaza243 West Broadway
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
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Decoy
Jun 20, Jun 21, Jul 31, Aug 1
8:00pm—10:00pm
The Okoboji Store1404 US-71
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Barefoot Dock Hop
Jun 20
1:00pm—4:00pm
Barefoot Bar
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Red Dirt Road
Jun 20
Starts at 7:00pm
The Barefoot Bar24457 178th Street
Okoboji, IA 51355
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Minority Falls
Jun 21
9:00pm—11:45pm
107 Broadway StArnolds Park, Iowa 51331
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