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Quarter Life Crisis

COME SEE ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE EMO PUNK COVER BANDS PLAY TWO NIGHTS AT CAPTAIN’S GETAWAY IN LAKE OKOBOJI IOWA FRIDAY OCT. 6TH & SATURDAY OCT. 7TH. DOORS OPEN AT 7PM – NO COVER CHARGE – COME SING YOUR FAVORITE EMO/PUNK SONGS WITH US! BLINK 182 – SUM 41 – GREEN DAY – A DAY Read More »

The Fishheads

Paper Moon

Fool House – The Ultimate 90’s Dance Party

EVENT DESCRIPTION FOOL HOUSE RETURNS TO THE ROOF GARDEN BALLROOM ON FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024! Fool House is THE ULTIMATE 90’s DANCE PARTY! A LIVE musical event paying homage to the golden era of boy bands, pop stars, hip hop, and pop punk. With a larger than life production, this show recreates the sights, sounds, Read More »

Shaun Johnson Holly Jolly Holiday Tour

EVENT DESCRIPTION This holiday, Shaun Johnson is celebrating the season with passionate and melodic, big band driven traditional pop. As the lead singer of Tonic Sol-fa – and an Emmy winner – Shaun reworks classic Christmas fare with a charismatic charm, and his performances routinely sell out. Make plans to see this nationally acclaimed Billboard Read More »

The 80’s vs 90’s featuring The Hype & 90’S Rock Show

EVENT DESCRIPTION Are you Living On A Prayer or Smelling Teen Spirit? Find out on October 28 when Hair spray battles Flannel with The Hype and 90s Rockshow! ADDITIONAL TICKET INFORMATION Show at 7:30, doors open at 6:30pm General Admission: $25 Advance / $30 Day of show. Booth (seats up to 8): $200 Tickets Not Included Read More »

Fall Women in Nature Day

The Fall Women in Nature Day (WIND) will take place on October 21st from 9:00-3:00 at the Maser Monarch Lodge across from the Nature Center and will include 3 unique session times with a variety of options to select from. Women 18 yrs+ are welcome to join us! From flying tying to Dutch oven cooking, Read More »

Dave, Damon, and Ryan Holiday Show

Dave, Damon, and Ryan Holiday Show – December 12, 2023  7:30 pm Dave, Damon, and Ryan, will present holiday music in their own special way. Their voices harmonize well as they offer their own uniqueness. It’s a wonderful way to wind down the year with Dave, Damon & Ryan.   Members: $20 Non-Members: $30

Derek Post

Derek Post Is Back Fri!! Don’t Miss This Soulful Singer/Guitar Player On The Patio With Amazing Live Music Wine Beer CocktailsFood & Fire Pits

2024 Vacation Okoboji Visitor Guide Contract

2024 Vacation Okoboji Visitor Guide Contract Sign up to place an ad in the 2024 Visitor Guide Business Name(Required) Owner/Manager(Required) Address(Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal CodeAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas Read More »

Mini Michelangelo’s

K-2nd | Thursdays| 2:30-3:30 or 4-5 pm Tic, Tac, Toe in Clay! – Add to your board game collection with your very own handmade Tic Tac Toe game made from clay! Students sculpt pieces with a theme, followed by glazing. Projects will be left to dry/fire in the kiln and will be ready to pick up approximately Read More »

Mini Michelangelo’s

K-2nd | Thursdays| 2:30-3:30 or 4-5 pm Flower & Leaf Mandala – Students will create mandalas by collaging real pressed flowers and leaves on dark, large-scale paper. Students will also learn to draw plants with a fun half & half-drawing activity! Registration deadline for all youth classes is the Wednesday prior to the class start date. *All Read More »

Lobster Ravioli

October 6: California-Inspired Grilled Tri-Tip November 3: Mediterranean Inspired Lemon Chicken December 1: Lobster Ravioli Date Night Cooking Class With Marisa Sidles, Owner of Rissy’s Dry Rubs & Seasonings at 6:00 pm. Get creative with flavor at the hands-on Date Night Cooking Class where Marisa will guide you through cooking a mouth-watering meal using creative flavors and seasonings. The class is Read More »

Wines of Eastern Europe

Wine Class | December | Wines of Eastern Europe *all wine classes include individual charcuterie cup from Lakeside Charcuterie To register either call 712-332-7029 or email boxoffice@lakesart.orgcreate new email. About the instructor: Jennifer Tritle-Oitzman is a native of the Iowa Great Lakes. She has been in the Wine, Beer, and Spirits Industry since 2000 having worked both Read More »

Pizza Party

Luncheon with Instruction Instructor: Chef Susanne Bicknese Choose between 12 pm or 6:30 pm sessions Fee: Member $40 | Non-Member $45 Deadline to Register: Wednesday prior to class (Please call 712-332-7013) Sign up for Susanne’s E-blast by emailing sbicknese5007@gmail.comcreate new email WHERE: Pomerantz Hall

Mediterranean Inspired Lemon Chicken

October 6: California-Inspired Grilled Tri-Tip November 3: Mediterranean Inspired Lemon Chicken December 1: Lobster Ravioli Date Night Cooking Class With Marisa Sidles, Owner of Rissy’s Dry Rubs & Seasonings at 6:00 pm. Get creative with flavor at the hands-on Date Night Cooking Class where Marisa will guide you through cooking a mouth-watering meal using creative flavors and seasonings. The class is Read More »

Sake- wines of Japan

Wine Class | November | Sake- wines of Japan *all wine classes include individual charcuterie cup from Lakeside Charcuterie To register either call 712-332-7029 or email boxoffice@lakesart.orgcreate new email. About the instructor: Jennifer Tritle-Oitzman is a native of the Iowa Great Lakes. She has been in the Wine, Beer, and Spirits Industry since 2000 having worked both Read More »

Taco Tastic

Luncheon with Instruction Instructor: Chef Susanne Bicknese Choose between 12 pm or 6:30 pm sessions Fee: Member $40 | Non-Member $45 Deadline to Register: Wednesday prior to class (Please call 712-332-7013) Sign up for Susanne’s E-blast by emailing sbicknese5007@gmail.comcreate new email WHERE: Pomerantz Hall

California-Inspired Grilled Tri-Tip

October 6: California-Inspired Grilled Tri-Tip November 3: Mediterranean Inspired Lemon Chicken December 1: Lobster Ravioli Date Night Cooking Class With Marisa Sidles, Owner of Rissy’s Dry Rubs & Seasonings at 6:00 pm. Get creative with flavor at the hands-on Date Night Cooking Class where Marisa will guide you through cooking a mouth-watering meal using creative flavors and seasonings. The class is Read More »

Elements of Food & Wine Pairing

Wine Class | October | Elements of Food & Wine Pairing *all wine classes include individual charcuterie cup from Lakeside Charcuterie To register either call 712-332-7029 or email boxoffice@lakesart.orgcreate new email. About the instructor: Jennifer Tritle-Oitzman is a native of the Iowa Great Lakes. She has been in the Wine, Beer, and Spirits Industry since 2000 having Read More »

German Fest

Luncheon with Instruction Instructor: Chef Susanne Bicknese Choose between 12 pm or 6:30 pm sessions Fee: Member $40 | Non-Member $45 Deadline to Register: Wednesday prior to class (Please call 712-332-7013) Sign up for Susanne’s E-blast by emailing sbicknese5007@gmail.comcreate new email   WHERE: Pomerantz Hall

Science on the Menu

Pottery Basics: A Workshop for Beginners on the Wheel

Pottery Basics: A Two-Day Workshop for Beginners on the Pottery Wheel | September 23rd & 24th Time: 9:30 am-3:30 pm with Lunch Break Member $160  |  Nonmember $180  |  Ages 16 -Adult  |  Beginner/Refresher This two-day hands-on workshop is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of working with clay on the pottery wheel. Participants will Read More »

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Audiences in Over 500 Cities Spanning 6 Continents Unite for One Week for the 26th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. Come to the Pearson Lakes Art Center to view this year’s film finalist and be a judge for the work of the next generation of filmmakers from around the world. We will host the viewing Read More »

Leonid & Friends

Leonid & Friends –  September 26 & 27, 2023, 7:30 pm We are very excited to bring this band back to Okoboji! In just three short years, LEONID & FRIENDS have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago. Leonid Vorobyev’s goal was Read More »

Luncheon with Instruction | September | One Potato Two

Luncheon with Instruction Instructor: Chef Susanne Bicknese Choose between 12 pm or 6:30 pm sessions Fee: Member $40 | Non-Member $45 Deadline to Register: Wednesday prior to class (Please call 712-332-7013) Sign up for Susanne’s E-blast by emailing sbicknese5007@gmail.comcreate new email Members: $40 Non-Members: $45

Wine Class | September | New World vs Old World

Wine Class | September | New World vs Old World *all wine classes include individual charcuterie cup from Lakeside Charcuterie To register either call 712-332-7029 or email boxoffice@lakesart.orgcreate new email. About the instructor: Jennifer Tritle-Oitzman is a native of the Iowa Great Lakes. She has been in the Wine, Beer, and Spirits Industry since 2000 having worked Read More »

Heros Behind the Hits

Members: $20 Non-Members: $30 A unique, entertaining, lively, and informative musical talk show and book reading, from a hall-of-fame musician with decades of working with some of the biggest stars in recording history. Jimmy Ryan has recorded and/or toured with the likes of Carly Simon, Cat Stevens, Jim Croce, Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, Elton John Read More »

Trivia Night

Enjoy trivia at The Wine Bar and Art Gallery starting at 7:30 p.m.!

Two Ol’ Fishheads

Gary Darling & Rj Hadley form the duet “Two Ol’ Fishheads.” Join in on a great night of live music on the rooftop!

Two Ol’ Fishheads

Gary Darling & Rj Hadley form the duet “Two Ol’ Fishheads.” Join in on a great night of live music on the rooftop!

Artist Talk | Tom Gustafson

Join in on Thursday, August 31 at 7 pm for an artist talk with Tom Gustafson in the Lauridsen Performing Arts Theater. Afterward make sure to stop in the Monte Pearson Gallery to view his exhibit: Dronescapes, where his artwork is available for purchase. Tom will be available to answer questions and chat about his work.

Larry Myer

Stop by the winery for live music from Larry Meyer starting at 4 p.m.!

Severio Mancieri

Stop by the winery for live music from Severio Mancieri starting at 6 p.m.!

South 71 Trio

Stop by the winery for live music from South 71 Trio starting at 4 p.m.!

Joel Ward

Stop by the winery for live music from Joel Ward starting at 6 p.m.!

Dave and Ryan

Stop by the winery for live music from Dave and Ryan starting at 4 p.m.!

Itty Bitty Boji Band

Stop by the winery for live music from the Itty Bitty Boji Band starting at 4 p.m.!

Blame Not the Bard

Stop by the winery for live music from Blame Not the Bard starting at 6 p.m.!

Mark Lair

Stop by the winery for live music from Mark Lair starting at 4 p.m.!

Adam and Jacob

Stop by the winery for live music from Adam and Jacob starting at 6 p.m.!

Rick Ayres and the Jazzed Up 6tet

Stop by the winery for live music from Rick Ayres and the Jazzed Up 6tet starting at 4 p.m.!

South 71 Trio

Stop by the winery for live music from South 71 Trio starting at 6 p.m.!

Sounds Fishy

Stop by the winery for live music from Sounds Fishy starting at 6 p.m.!

Dave and Ryan

Stop by the winery for live music from Dave and Ryan starting at 4 p.m.!

Duo Republic

Stop by the winery for live music from Duo Republic starting at 6 p.m.!

Alex Trevino

Stop by the winery for live music from Alex Trevino starting at 6 p.m.!

Just Cause

Stop by the winery for live music from Just Cause starting at 4 p.m.!

Storm Rising

Stop by the winery for live music from Storm Rising starting at 6 p.m.!

Jason Helder

Stop by the winery for live music from Jason Helder starting at 6 p.m.!

West O Beer Taproots: On Us

One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, donations, and a spotlight on area nonprofits and initiatives. As part of our Taproots program, this series is our chance to directly give back, each and every month, to people and organizations doing incredible — and often unsung — work in the Lakes Area. In Read More »

DockDogs at Oak Hill Outdoor Expo

Come on down and join in on a weekend of fun! There is no experience necessary and we welcome dogs of all shapes, sizes, breeds and ages (above 6 months) so be sure to spread the word to your friends, family and fellow dog lovers, as we are always looking for new handlers to join. Read More »

Harvest Festival

Join in on a fun afternoon! Bison sandwiches available all day. Grape Stomp starts at 4 p.m. with live music from Charlie Leissler inside starting at 1 p.m. then Ridottos outside 3-5 p.m.!

Terry Brooks

Stop by the winery for live music from Terry Brooks and delicious burgers starting at 6 p.m.!

Boji Scare

Get ready for Boji Scare fright nights this October! Chilling thrills await you!  Come explore this new haunting experience for just $12 per person.  Recommended ages 12+ Location: Arnolds Park Amusement Park 37 Lake St, Arnolds Park, IA 51331

West Okoboji Harbor

Historical Information by Facebook user Peg ‘Bayerkohler’ Scheppmann _ What can someone do with some swampland adjacent to beautiful West Lake Okoboji?  You dig canals and make a harbor, and that’s what developers did in 1970. Today, the canals provide convenient access to West Okoboji for the many beautiful homes constructed since then. _ Images Read More »

Vick’s Corner World

Historical information provided by Jonathan Reed and Vick’s Corner World _ Now widely known for its Memorial Day/July 4/Labor Day antique and flea markets, Vick’s Corner Works is an Iowa Great Lakes landmark with its bright orange tile roof and eclectic general store and fishing supplies. ________ Vick’s Corner World Vick’s Corner was started in Read More »

The Stake-Out

Historical information provided by Jonathan Reed _ Parks Marina’s massive complex sits on the curve that in the 1960s was home to a humble restaurant, The Stake-Out.  In addition to good food, it offered a unique innovation: A dock telephone to call in your order to have it underway by the time you walked from Read More »

Funset Sunset | Boji Bill

Enjoy live music lakeside on the outside deck starting at 5 p.m.!

Funset Sunset | Georgia Loophole

Enjoy music from Georgia Loophole on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji starting at 5 p.m.!

Funset Sunset | Ryan Sather

Enjoy music Erin Ryan Sather on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji starting at 5 p.m.!

Union Country Trio

Listen to live music from Union Country Trio starting at 6 p.m.! Enjoy some pepper steak sandwiches.

Joey Gulizia

Listen to live music from Joey Gulizia starting at 4 p.m.!

Lauren and the Drifters

Enjoy burgers while listening to live music from Lauren and the Drifters starting at 6 p.m.!

Funset Sunset | Charlie Leissler IV

Enjoy music from Charlie Leissler IV on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji starting at 5 p.m.!

Matt Tennessen

Live music from Matt Tennessen starting at 4 p.m.!

Dan Jensen

Live music from Dan Jensen starting at 1:30 p.m.!

Myah Holinka

Live music from Myah Holinka starting at 11 a.m.!

J. Bell and the Lazy Susan Band Trio

j. bell & the Lazy Susan Band are a straight up Rock & Roll outfit from the Twin Cities of Minnesota that has been performing since 2001. They’ve been called Twang Rock, Alt-Country, Folk Rock, Country Rock, Americana… but they prefer simply “Rock & Roll.” Join in on a great night of live music on Read More »

J. Bell and the Lazy Susan Band Trio

j. bell & the Lazy Susan Band are a straight up Rock & Roll outfit from the Twin Cities of Minnesota that has been performing since 2001. They’ve been called Twang Rock, Alt-Country, Folk Rock, Country Rock, Americana… but they prefer simply “Rock & Roll.” Join in on a great night of live music on Read More »

Funset Sunset | Parker D & Boji Bill

Enjoy live music from Parker D & Boji Bill on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji starting at 5 p.m.!

Andy Brasher

Live music from Andy Brasher starting at 5 p.m.!

Brian Herrin

Join in on live music from Brian Herrin at the Wine Bar & Art Gallery starting at 8 p.m.!

Paper Moon

Art After Hours 6:30-8:30pm | FREE | Supported by Del’s Garden Center August 24: Paper Moon Browse our galleries, then head outside to the amphitheater (weather permitting) for live music and drinks. In the case of inclement weather, the performances will be held indoors.

Chris Bertrand

Listen to live music from Chris Bertrand starting at 6 p.m.! Enjoy a pizza while you’re at it.

Funset Sunset | Jesse Wilson Duo

Enjoy music from Jesse Wilson Duo on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji starting at 5 p.m.!

Exhibit Opening | Plein Air Okoboji

Plein Air Okoboji: Workshop and Exhibition with Guest Artist, Stephen Randall Workshop dates: August 21 – 24; Exhibition dates: August 24 – September 30 | Opening Reception: Thursday, August 24, 2023 from 5 – 7 pm Weaver Lobby Gallery and McIlrath Landing Gallery Stephen (Steve) Randall, Randall Art, Sioux Falls, SD, will return to the Pearson Lakes Art Center Read More »

Little Sioux Sunday

Join us for Little Sioux Sunday! We have so many great vendors with amazing products coming. Great food, great music, and beautiful flowers! A family-friendly, fun afternoon! Exciting news, we asked our neighbors at @LittleSiouxOrchard if we could use their parking lot for additional overflow parking. So now you can park at Little Sioux Orchard Read More »

Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Induction Weekend

2023 Hall of Fame Inductees (Arnolds Park, IA) – The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association is pleased to announce the Hall of Fame Class of 2023 that will be honored during the Hall of Fame Induction Spectacular on Labor Day weekend, August 31-September 3. Ralph Kluseman, President of the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Association Read More »

Clay County Fair

The Clay County Fair is “The World’s Greatest County Fair” by presenting blue-ribbon competition, world-class entertainment and innovative exhibits in a safe family atmosphere, while also providing year-round facilities for entertainment and events. Click here for daily schedules.

Tristan Marquardt

Enjoy music from Tristan Marquardt on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji at The Gardens in the Central Emporium.

Todd Casilli

Enjoy music from Todd Casilli on a lakeside deck with beautiful views of West Lake Okoboji at The Gardens in the Central Emporium.

The White Keys

Enjoy another great night of live music at Captains Getaway with live music from The White Keys!

Rum Runner

Join us for a great night of live music from Rum Runner on the rooftop starting at 4 p.m.!

Rum Runner

Join us for a great night of live music from Rum Runner on the rooftop starting at 5 p.m.!

DJ Nate T

Visit Portside Pizza Pub and listen to DJ Nate from 10 pm – 2 am!

Jacob Wittkamp

Swing by the Wine Bar & Art Gallery at 8 p.m. to listen to live music from Jacob Wittkamp!

Art Workshop | Okoboji Plein Air

Plein Air Okoboji: Workshop and Exhibition with Guest Artist, Stephen Randall Workshop dates: August 21 – 24; Exhibition dates: August 24 – September 30 Opening Reception: Thursday, August 24, 2023, from 5 – 7 pm Okoboji Plein Air | Workshop 2023 | August 21-23 | 10:00am-3:00pm Members: $160 | Non-Members $180 Level: All Levels | Ages 18+ Deadline Read More »

Art Workshop | Life Rings

Life Rings: Telling Stories Through Textiles August 19 | 10:00 am-3:00 pm with an hour lunch break. Members: $90 | Non-Members $110 Level: All Levels | Ages 16+ Deadline to Register: August 9 Instructor: Georgia Rowswell Project Statement: The Life Rings project is textile-based artwork whose design is inspired by the concentric circles or, life rings of Read More »

Tatanka Ska Trace Trailhead

Funset Sunset | Charlie Leissler IV

Stop by The Gardens in the Central Emporium and listen to live music from Charlie Leissler IV starting at 5 p.m.!

Funset Sunset | Parker D and Boji Bill

Visit The Gardens in the Emporium and listen to live music from Parker D and Boji Bill starting at 5 p.m.!

Funset Sunset | Ryan Sather

Enjoy live music from Ryan Sather starting at 5 p.m.!

Christopher John

Listen to live music from Christopher John starting at 2:30 p.m.!

Adam Layman

Enjoy live music from Adam Layman starting at 6 p.m. while you dine on yummy hot dogs!

Dave Rowley & Ryan Sather

Enjoy live music from Dave Rowley & Ryan Sather starting at 4 p.m.! The featured dish tonight will be a bison roast.

Mark Lair

Enjoy live music from Mark Lair starting at 6 p.m.! Grab a bite of some yummy burgers while you’re at it.

2023 Hall of Fame Induction Concert

Stick around for a concert starting at 6:30 p.m. as a part of the 2023 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend!

2023 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Join in on the ceremony processions starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Sami Bedell Center for the Performing Arts as a part of the 2023 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend!

The Traidmarx

Show at 7:30, doors open at 6:30pm General Admission: $20 Advance / $25 Day of show. Tier 1: $15 Advance / $20 Day of show. Booth (seats up to 8): $200 Tickets Not Included All ticket purchases are subject to a $5 ticket fee.