Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Father's Day Open Air Market
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Discover local boutiques, artists, treasurers, handmade goods, and more at Cutty's Okoboji Resort Club June 20th 8am-8pm and June 21st 12pm-4pm.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Happy Father's Day Musical Playdate
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Calling all dads, grandpas, uncles, etc! Bring your little ones ages 1-6 to this special musical playdate designed to celebrate you! Choose from either a 9:30 or 11:00 time slot. Enroll online at www.kindermusikatthelakes.com/playdates. Walk-ins are ...
Butch Parks Memorial Open House
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Be sure to join us for a special weekend here at Parks Marina, with our Butch Parks Memorial Open House! Celebrate his legacy with some exciting boat rides and surf demos, door prizes and LIVE Music, along with 50 cent ice cream and shopping discounts!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Link West Live @ Round Lake Vineyards
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Link West Live @ Round Lake Vineyards from 2-6pm.
Adult Sunset Swim @ Bridges Bay Resort
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join Bridges Bay Resort for their ticketed Adult Sunset Swim on Saturday, June 20th from 7pm to 11pm!
Live at the Lake Concert Series
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free show- all ages Bio Sioux City, Iowa’s very own Above The Covers is an energetic party band that will have you dancing, singing, and rocking out like nobody’s watching! Over the course of five years, ATC has become Northwest Iowa’s favorite rock ...
Father's Day Prime Rib Special @ Snappers
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Be sure to celebrate your dad in style, by bringing him to Snappers for some excellent Prime Rib! Served all day long, with a FREE beer on your Prime Rib purchase!
Annual Father's Day Grillout
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Beer Can Chicken served family style? Sounds like a fantastic way to celebrate Dad! Join us at The Barefoot Bar for our annual feast with delicious chicken and great vibes!
Father's Day Open Air Market
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Discover local boutiques, artists, treasurers, handmade goods, and more at Cutty's Okoboji Resort Club June 20th 8am-8pm and June 21st 12pm-4pm.
Sunday Funday Bike Ride
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🚴♂️ Sunday Funday Bike Ride 🍻 Join us every Sunday for a fun group bike ride starting at Sportsmans! 🕐 Meet up: 1:00 PM 📍 Starting location: Sportsmans Each week The route will be decided by the group that shows up, so every ride can be a little ...
Gabriel Michael Live @ Round Lake Vineyards
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Gabriel Michael Live @ Round Lake Vineyards 2-6pm.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Day Camp: Boots and Saddles
12:00 AM
Are your campers ready to wrangle up some fun this summer? We have a limited number of spots in our Day Camp Boots and Saddles program. This program is for campers ages 8-10 who love horses and want to learn more about them. Your camper will spend time ...
Day Camp @ Lakeshore Center of Okoboji
12:00 AM
We have six weeks of day camps coming up with flexible scheduling. Sign up your kindergarten thru 5th grade campers for one day, a week, or the whole summer! We'll keep them hopping and they'll have a summer experience they won't forget!
Introduction to Portrait in Oil
12:00 AM
This 3-day workshop will introduce students to a step-by step approach for simplifying a complex subject. Working from a live model, instruction will touch on all aspects of the process--from initial model setup, to the composition & block-in, and ...
Summer Cezannes
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Painting With Handmade Stencils June 15 & 16: Weaving with Reeds June 22 & 23: Clay Lanterns *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 & 7: Clay Creature Bowls July 13 ...
Teen Art
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 1-2:30pm Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Landscapes with Oil Paint June 15 & 16: Coiled Baskets June 22 & 23: Clay Pendant Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 &7: Wool Felted Textile Collage July ...
Teen Art
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 1-2:30pm Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Landscapes with Oil Paint June 15 & 16: Coiled Baskets June 22 & 23: Clay Pendant Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 &7: Wool Felted Textile Collage July ...
Ring of Fire @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - Ring of Fire - Musical of Johnny Cash June 23 - 28 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. SHOW SYNOPSIS: Created by Richard Maltby, Jr., Conceived ...
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
The Papa's and Mama's
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Introducing "The Papa's and Mama's", the world's ONLY authentic Mamas and Papas tribute in sight and sound. This talented group of musicians has dedicated themselves to recreating the magic and energy of one of the most iconic groups of the 60s. Led by ...
Preschool Picassos
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays 10-11am Members $10 I Non-Members $12 June 10: Painting Donuts! June 17: Oil Pastel Vegetable Garden June 24: Clay Bugs *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 8: Fabric Collage July 15: Clay Coil Vase July 22: Antique Collage ...
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Let's Do Lunch & Learn with Tony Thelen and The River Coaching & Consulting
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber is hosting at Pearson Lakes Art Center, Let’s Do Lunch & Learn with Tony Thelen and The River Coaching and Consulting. Are you a leader? Do you want to take your leadership skills to the next level? Or are you looking ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Summer Suerats
12:00 AM
Thursdays & Fridays 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 11 & 12: Landscape with Spray Paint! June 18 & 19: Basket Weaving June 25 & 26: Clay Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 9 & 10: Felted Illustrations July 16 & 17: ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
The Castellows @ Captain's Getaway
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Nashville —> Lake Okoboji Summer Concert Series at Captain’s Getaway! ▪️June 25: The Castellows ▪️July 9: BlackHawk ▪️July 16: Bayker Blankenship ▪️August 6: Tyler Halverson ▪️August 13: John Morgan
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Speaker Series @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Lauridsen Performing Arts Theatre 7:30pm | Free Admission Join us for Speaker Series presented by Okoboji Magazine for programs designed to educate and entertain. June 25: #BojiKites July 16: Chad Elliott August 13: Sarah Grant
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
The Schmidt Brothers Band
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
We are The Schmidt Brothers from Vinton Iowa. Growing up, music was always a huge part of our lives. Our father introduced us to our passion of performing when we were little kids. The three of us have been performing with many bands for the last 15 ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Snap Fitness Spirit Lake Member Appreciation & Bring-a-Friend Event
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 27th from 8:00 AM – Noon! 🎶🔥 DJ Nate T will be spinning all your favorite 90s hits live on the turf in front of our USA Flag mural! Get ready for a morning packed with great music, high energy, and fun. 💪 At ...
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Props, Paws & Poker
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
We're inviting EVERYONE to our Props, Paws & Poker Run on June 27th! We're teaming up with Humane Society of Northwest Iowa for this charity event, so let's dive into the details ➡️➡️ ♠️$30 per hand, $20 for Parks boat customers! Buy hands at Parks ...
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: YACHTY BY NATURE
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio Come Sail Away with Southern California’s first Yacht Rock band, Yachty by Nature. This crew of six talented musicians offers you a sunset cruise to the guilty pleasures of 70’s and 80’s smooth soft rock. A one-of-a-kind yacht ...
Sunday Funday Bike Ride
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🚴♂️ Sunday Funday Bike Ride 🍻 Join us every Sunday for a fun group bike ride starting at Sportsmans! 🕐 Meet up: 1:00 PM 📍 Starting location: Sportsmans Each week The route will be decided by the group that shows up, so every ride can be a little ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Day Camp: Boots and Saddles
12:00 AM
Are your campers ready to wrangle up some fun this summer? We have a limited number of spots in our Day Camp Boots and Saddles program. This program is for campers ages 8-10 who love horses and want to learn more about them. Your camper will spend time ...
Day Camp @ Lakeshore Center of Okoboji
12:00 AM
We have six weeks of day camps coming up with flexible scheduling. Sign up your kindergarten thru 5th grade campers for one day, a week, or the whole summer! We'll keep them hopping and they'll have a summer experience they won't forget!
Preschool Music Camp
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Your preschooler will enjoy some super special musical fun at a Kindermusik at the Lakes Level 3 summer camp. The theme this summer is "Carnival of Music." Adults attend the final 15 minutes of this hour long camp. This special camp is taking place ...
Preschool Music Camp
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Your preschooler will enjoy some super special musical fun at a Kindermusik at the Lakes Level 3 summer camp. The theme this summer is "Carnival of Music." Adults attend the final 15 minutes of this hour long camp. This special camp is taking place ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
Murder on the Links @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - Murder on the Links (comedy) June 30-July 5 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. *Saturday, July 4, 4:30 matinee only. SHOW SYNOPSIS: By ...
Themed Trivia @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🎬✨ ANIMATION NATION, ASSEMBLE ✨🎬 Get ready for a magical night of brainpower and nostalgia — Monsters, Think! (Disney & Pixar Trivia) arrives at West O Beer Tuesday, June 2 from 7-9 PM! From talking toys to undersea adventures, superhero squads to ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Kenue Coffee Hour
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
This free adult program is held on the first Thursday of the month at 10:30 AM in the Maser Monarch Lodge. This month's speaker is Marleen Boernsen with Boernsen Bees. Her presentation will focus on their family-run business and beekeeping. ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
America's 250th Anniversary Bash @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come celebrate our nation’s milestone anniversary! Chef Brandon takes beloved midwest traditional cuisine to another level, incorporating subtle influences from the many different countries represented in this land of abundance. A true melting pot of ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Treasure Village Flea Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Over 40 vendors will be displaying antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, tools, furniture, jewelry, collectible toys, clothing, direct-sale businesses, metal art, beef jerky, a variety of concession food, and most EVERYTHING! Open 9a-5p with Free ...
Aly Peeler & Friends Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Flashmob @ Captains
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minneapolis-based Flashmob has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest with their contagious brand of non-stop energy, professional style, and unique and refreshing take on songs for over a decade! Join us for a great night of live music!
Fireworks over Silver Lake
9:40 PM - 10:00 PM
City of Lake Park will hold their fireworks over Silver Lake on Thursday, July 2nd at dusk.
Fireworks Over Big Spirit Lake
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
SLPA's Firework Show over Big Spirit Lake is set to take place Friday, July 3rd at dusk.
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Treasure Village Flea Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Over 40 vendors will be displaying antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, tools, furniture, jewelry, collectible toys, clothing, direct-sale businesses, metal art, beef jerky, a variety of concession food, and most EVERYTHING! Open 9a-5p with Free ...
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Aly Peeler & Friends Live @ Block Party
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Live at the Lake Concert Series: RAPTOR
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio Raptor, the commercial music ensemble of the United States Air Force Heartland of America Band, performs high-energy music from a variety of genres. Their dynamic stage presence that enables them to tell the Air Force story to ...
Flashmob @ Captains
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minneapolis-based Flashmob has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest with their contagious brand of non-stop energy, professional style, and unique and refreshing take on songs for over a decade! Join us for a great night of live music!
Treasure Village Flea Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Over 40 vendors will be displaying antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, tools, furniture, jewelry, collectible toys, clothing, direct-sale businesses, metal art, beef jerky, a variety of concession food, and most EVERYTHING! Open 9a-5p with Free ...
Sunday Funday Bike Ride
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🚴♂️ Sunday Funday Bike Ride 🍻 Join us every Sunday for a fun group bike ride starting at Sportsmans! 🕐 Meet up: 1:00 PM 📍 Starting location: Sportsmans Each week The route will be decided by the group that shows up, so every ride can be a little ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Day Camp: Boots and Saddles
12:00 AM
Are your campers ready to wrangle up some fun this summer? We have a limited number of spots in our Day Camp Boots and Saddles program. This program is for campers ages 8-10 who love horses and want to learn more about them. Your camper will spend time ...
Boji Bantum Musical Theatre Workshop
12:00 AM
The 2026 Boji Bantam Musical Theatre Workshop will be July 6-11, a weeklong intensive for ages 8+ in musical theatre, acting, and movement Join us this summer as Okoboji Summer Theatre Guest Artists teach a weeklong musical theatre intensive. Students ...
Day Camp @ Lakeshore Center of Okoboji
12:00 AM
We have six weeks of day camps coming up with flexible scheduling. Sign up your kindergarten thru 5th grade campers for one day, a week, or the whole summer! We'll keep them hopping and they'll have a summer experience they won't forget!
Summer Cezannes
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Painting With Handmade Stencils June 15 & 16: Weaving with Reeds June 22 & 23: Clay Lanterns *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 & 7: Clay Creature Bowls July 13 ...
Teen Art
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 1-2:30pm Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Landscapes with Oil Paint June 15 & 16: Coiled Baskets June 22 & 23: Clay Pendant Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 &7: Wool Felted Textile Collage July ...
Birding on the Green
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Dickinson County Nature Center partners with Brooks Golf to host Birding on the Green. This is a free adult program for the novice birder to the more experienced birder. The outing heads out at 7 a.m. and is led by expert birder, Don Vrchota, and a ...
Queen II Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a scenic evening on West Lake Okoboji aboard the Majestic Queen II. Each cruise features beautiful lake views and a themed dinner for a unique dining experience on the water. Dinner Themes & Dates: June 8: Mexican July 6: Americana August 3: ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
Sister Act @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - Sister Act (musical) July 7-12 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. SHOW SYNOPSIS: Music by Alan Menken; Lyrics by Glenn Slater; Book by Cheri ...
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Wizarding Workshop Camp
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wizarding Workshop Camp Who: Children going into 3rd-5th grade When: June 17th, 9 AM- 3 PM Where: Horseshoe Bend (North side), 2372 190th Ave., Milford, IA 51351 Cost: $20 (includes 2 snacks) What to expect: Step into a world of wonder, where ...
Wizarding Workshop Camp
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wizarding Workshop Camp Who: Children going into 3rd-5th grade When: June 17th, 9 AM- 3 PM Where: Horseshoe Bend (North side), 2372 190th Ave., Milford, IA 51351 Cost: $20 (includes 2 snacks) What to expect: Step into a world of wonder, where ...
Preschool Picassos
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays 10-11am Members $10 I Non-Members $12 June 10: Painting Donuts! June 17: Oil Pastel Vegetable Garden June 24: Clay Bugs *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 8: Fabric Collage July 15: Clay Coil Vase July 22: Antique Collage ...
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Nature Tots: Singing Animals
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Nature Tots: Singing Animals Who: Children ages 2-5 with an adult When: July 8th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Dickinson County Nature Center Cost: Free What to expect: This program is held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. ...
Nature Tots: Singing Animals
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Nature Tots: Singing Animals Who: Children ages 2-5 with an adult When: July 8th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Dickinson County Nature Center Cost: Free What to expect: This program is held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
Scotty Rohlfsen Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Summer Suerats
12:00 AM
Thursdays & Fridays 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 11 & 12: Landscape with Spray Paint! June 18 & 19: Basket Weaving June 25 & 26: Clay Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 9 & 10: Felted Illustrations July 16 & 17: ...
Baby Biologist
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Baby Biologist: Prairie Playmates Who: Children under the age of 2 When: July 14th, 10:30-11:00 AM Where: Dickinson County Nature Center Cost: Free What to expect: This program offers a fun and safe space for you and your baby to learn about the ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
"ON US" Fundraising Event @ West O Beer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
oin us at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 9 for an On Us event to benefit the Iowa Lakeside Laboratory. Special thanks to On Us Promotional Sponsor — The Lakes News Shopper! ABOUT ON US: One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, donations, and a ...
Wines of Summer with Pearson Lakes Art Center & Okoboji Wines
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Struggling to incorporate more healthy vegetables into your daily diet or tired of delegating vegetables as just side dishes? Sarah is eager to demonstrate flavorful vegetarian main dishes to build your confidence in exploring the wide world of ...
Blackhawk @ Captain's Getaway
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Nashville —> Lake Okoboji Summer Concert Series at Captain’s Getaway! ▪️June 25: The Castellows ▪️July 9: BlackHawk ▪️July 16: Bayker Blankenship ▪️August 6: Tyler Halverson ▪️August 13: John Morgan
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: RUSSELL DICKERSON
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Special Ticketed Event – All Ages Bio Multi-Platinum chart-topper and Triple Tigers entertainer Russell Dickerson is no stranger to the grind. The country headliner first broke through by wearing his heart on his sleeve, launching a string of five ...
Karaoke Night w/ Jason Grinnen
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
It's KARAOKE TIME with Jason Grinnen! Find your perfect song, the mic will be waiting!!
BRASL Trails Festival
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Pedal your way around beautiful Spirit Lake! Choose from 15, 25, or 50-mile routes and enjoy scenic views, fresh air and a fun filled day.
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Scotty Rohlfsen Live @ Block Party
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Live at the Lake Concert Series: GET THE LED OUT
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio Get The Led Out is a group of professional musicians who are passionate about their love of the music of Led Zeppelin. It’s been their mission to bring the studio recordings of “The Mighty Zep” to life on the big concert ...
Sunday Funday Bike Ride
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🚴♂️ Sunday Funday Bike Ride 🍻 Join us every Sunday for a fun group bike ride starting at Sportsmans! 🕐 Meet up: 1:00 PM 📍 Starting location: Sportsmans Each week The route will be decided by the group that shows up, so every ride can be a little ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Day Camp @ Lakeshore Center of Okoboji
12:00 AM
We have six weeks of day camps coming up with flexible scheduling. Sign up your kindergarten thru 5th grade campers for one day, a week, or the whole summer! We'll keep them hopping and they'll have a summer experience they won't forget!
Summer Cezannes
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Painting With Handmade Stencils June 15 & 16: Weaving with Reeds June 22 & 23: Clay Lanterns *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 & 7: Clay Creature Bowls July 13 ...
Teen Art
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 1-2:30pm Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Landscapes with Oil Paint June 15 & 16: Coiled Baskets June 22 & 23: Clay Pendant Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 &7: Wool Felted Textile Collage July ...
Down on the Ground Mixed Ages Summer Camp
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Get ready for some musical, magical and memorable moments. at the Kindermusik at the Lakes "Down on the Ground" Summer Camp! This camp is perfect for children ages 1-4. Enroll online at www.kindermusikatthelakes.com/enroll. Walk-ins are not allowed due ...
JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
🎆 JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS 🎆 🎵 Mixed Ages (1–4): • July 13–16 | 9:15–10:00 AM • July 13–16 | 5:30–6:15 PM 👶 Foundations (0–1): • July 13–16 | 4:15–5:00 PM 💦 Wet & Wild Playdate: • Saturday, July 25 | 9:30 or 11:00 AM Music, movement, laughter, ...
Down on the Ground Mixed Ages Kindermusik Camp
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Get ready for some musical, magical and memorable moments. at the Kindermusik at the Lakes "Down on the Ground" Summer Camp! This camp is perfect for children ages 1-4. Enroll online at www.kindermusikatthelakes.com/enroll. Walk-ins are not allowed due ...
JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
🎆 JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS 🎆 🎵 Mixed Ages (1–4): • July 13–16 | 9:15–10:00 AM • July 13–16 | 5:30–6:15 PM 👶 Foundations (0–1): • July 13–16 | 4:15–5:00 PM 💦 Wet & Wild Playdate: • Saturday, July 25 | 9:30 or 11:00 AM Music, movement, laughter, ...
Baby Music Camp
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Join in some musical fun with your baby in a summer Kindermusik camp!
JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
🎆 JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS 🎆 🎵 Mixed Ages (1–4): • July 13–16 | 9:15–10:00 AM • July 13–16 | 5:30–6:15 PM 👶 Foundations (0–1): • July 13–16 | 4:15–5:00 PM 💦 Wet & Wild Playdate: • Saturday, July 25 | 9:30 or 11:00 AM Music, movement, laughter, ...
Down on the Ground Mixed Ages Summer Camp
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Get ready for some musical, magical and memorable moments. at the Kindermusik at the Lakes "Down on the Ground" Summer Camp! This camp is perfect for children ages 1-4. Enroll online at www.kindermusikatthelakes.com/enroll. Walk-ins are not allowed due ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
The Cottage @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - The Cottage (comedy) July 14-19 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. SHOW SYNOPSIS: By Sandy Rustin Romance, betrayal, and big laughs collide ...
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Geology of the Kettlehole
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Summer of the Little Sioux: Following the Inkpaduta Canoe Trail- Geology of the Kettlehole Who: All ages When: July 15th, 9:00-10:00 AM Where: Freda Haffner Kettlehole State Preserve Cost: Free What to expect: This unique partnership between ...
Preschool Picassos
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays 10-11am Members $10 I Non-Members $12 June 10: Painting Donuts! June 17: Oil Pastel Vegetable Garden June 24: Clay Bugs *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 8: Fabric Collage July 15: Clay Coil Vase July 22: Antique Collage ...
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Summer Suerats
12:00 AM
Thursdays & Fridays 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 11 & 12: Landscape with Spray Paint! June 18 & 19: Basket Weaving June 25 & 26: Clay Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 9 & 10: Felted Illustrations July 16 & 17: ...
Homemade Bagel Making @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn the art of making homemade bagels! This hands-on class will teach you how to properly mix, roll, boil, and bake these perfect vehicles for your favorite cream cheese schmears. Enjoy freshly baked tastings during class and take home a bagel ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
Zac Fisher/DJ Misty Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
The Brazilian Table @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Taste iconic Brazilian dishes such as Pão de Queijo (cheese bread), Coxinha (a savory croquette), Feijoada (Brazil’s national dish of rich stew), and more! Chef Jay’s menu offers a sensory-rich experience through a diversity of flavors, blending ...
Bayker Blankenship @ Captain's Getaway
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Nashville —> Lake Okoboji Summer Concert Series at Captain’s Getaway! ▪️June 25: The Castellows ▪️July 9: BlackHawk ▪️July 16: Bayker Blankenship ▪️August 6: Tyler Halverson ▪️August 13: John Morgan
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Speaker Series @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Lauridsen Performing Arts Theatre 7:30pm | Free Admission Join us for Speaker Series presented by Okoboji Magazine for programs designed to educate and entertain. June 25: #BojiKites July 16: Chad Elliott August 13: Sarah Grant
Classic Car Cruise & Cruise-In
12:00 AM
Cruise the streets Friday night, then admire a stunning lineup of classic cars in Downtown Spirit Lake on Saturday while enjoying food and live music!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Karaoke Night w/ Jason Grinnen
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
It's KARAOKE TIME with Jason Grinnen! Find your perfect song, the mic will be waiting!!
Keifer & Scott Live
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
University of Okoboji Homecoming Race 2026
University of Okoboji Homecoming Race 2026 Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18, 2026!
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
15th Annual Blue Water Bash
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Boys Town Cowboys are excited to bring our Wranglers & Stetsons to a “Boots & Buckles” themed Blue Water Bash event. We are excited to present a “How the West Was Won,” inspired evening featuring entertainment from “The Neon Kings” band to express ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: ROGER CLYNE & THE PEACEMAKERS
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio “Here’s to life!” Fans around the world can be found singing the chorus of the Roger Clyne-penned fan favorite “Mekong” and toasting their glasses in unison to celebrate life through rock-n-roll. But the inspiration for the ...
Keifer & Scott Live
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Sunday Funday Bike Ride
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🚴♂️ Sunday Funday Bike Ride 🍻 Join us every Sunday for a fun group bike ride starting at Sportsmans! 🕐 Meet up: 1:00 PM 📍 Starting location: Sportsmans Each week The route will be decided by the group that shows up, so every ride can be a little ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Day Camp: Boots and Saddles
12:00 AM
Are your campers ready to wrangle up some fun this summer? We have a limited number of spots in our Day Camp Boots and Saddles program. This program is for campers ages 8-10 who love horses and want to learn more about them. Your camper will spend time ...
Day Camp @ Lakeshore Center of Okoboji
12:00 AM
We have six weeks of day camps coming up with flexible scheduling. Sign up your kindergarten thru 5th grade campers for one day, a week, or the whole summer! We'll keep them hopping and they'll have a summer experience they won't forget!
Summer Cezannes
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Painting With Handmade Stencils June 15 & 16: Weaving with Reeds June 22 & 23: Clay Lanterns *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 & 7: Clay Creature Bowls July 13 ...
Teen Art
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 1-2:30pm Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Landscapes with Oil Paint June 15 & 16: Coiled Baskets June 22 & 23: Clay Pendant Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 &7: Wool Felted Textile Collage July ...
Wild Roots
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
WILD Roots Summer Summit Who: 13-18 year olds When: June 1st from 6-8 PM Where: Horseshoe Bend Cost: Free What to expect: Dickinson County Nature Center aims to provide opportunities for teenagers to connect with nature and each other through the ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
Never Can Say Goodbye: The 70s Beehive Musical @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - Never Can Say Goodbye: The 70s Beehive Musical July 21-26 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. SHOW SYNOPSIS: By Fred Stuart. Following the ...
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Macroinvertebrates of The Little Sioux
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Summer of the Little Sioux: Following the Inkpaduta Canoe Trail- Geology of the Kettlehole Who: All ages When: July 15th, 9:00-10:00 AM Where: Freda Haffner Kettlehole State Preserve Cost: Free What to expect: This unique partnership between ...
Preschool Picassos
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays 10-11am Members $10 I Non-Members $12 June 10: Painting Donuts! June 17: Oil Pastel Vegetable Garden June 24: Clay Bugs *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 8: Fabric Collage July 15: Clay Coil Vase July 22: Antique Collage ...
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Creativity Enhancement Workshop
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22 | 1-3pm | $45/$55 Instructor: Kimble Bromley Level: All Levels, 18+ Creativity Enhancement Workshop is an engaging, hands-on experience designed to help participants unlock their full creative potential through the power of ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
Scotty Rohlfsen Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Summer Suerats
12:00 AM
Thursdays & Fridays 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 11 & 12: Landscape with Spray Paint! June 18 & 19: Basket Weaving June 25 & 26: Clay Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 9 & 10: Felted Illustrations July 16 & 17: ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Keifer & Scott Live
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: CROWDER
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Special Ticketed Event – All Ages Bio Over 3 Million records sold, 1.8 Billion global streams, and 5 GRAMMY® Nominations. Crowder’s first solo album, Neon Steeple, debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200, was named iTunes 2014 Christian Album of the ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Vettes in the Park 2026
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The 2026 Vettes in the Park will be July 25th starting at 8 AM and running until 2 PM *subject to adjustments * We are working hard on all the details so watch for updates any questions can be sent to our email uofocorvetteclub@hotmail.com We just ...
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
🎆 JULY KINDERMUSIK CAMPS 🎆 🎵 Mixed Ages (1–4): • July 13–16 | 9:15–10:00 AM • July 13–16 | 5:30–6:15 PM 👶 Foundations (0–1): • July 13–16 | 4:15–5:00 PM 💦 Wet & Wild Playdate: • Saturday, July 25 | 9:30 or 11:00 AM Music, movement, laughter, ...
Wet and Wild Musical Playdate
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM
It's time for a Wet and Wild Musical Playdate! Bring your little ones ages 1-6 to this special musical playdate designed to celebrate you! Choose from either a 9:30 or 11:00 time slot. Enroll online at www.kindermusikatthelakes.com/playdates. Walk-ins ...
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Scotty Rohlfsen Live @ Block Party
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Lakeside Jukebox Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Live at the Lake Concert Series: THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio For over 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band. The group’s distinctive and powerful sound, influenced by a diversity of musical styles, manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid ...
Sunday Funday Bike Ride
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🚴♂️ Sunday Funday Bike Ride 🍻 Join us every Sunday for a fun group bike ride starting at Sportsmans! 🕐 Meet up: 1:00 PM 📍 Starting location: Sportsmans Each week The route will be decided by the group that shows up, so every ride can be a little ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Day Camp: Boots and Saddles
12:00 AM
Are your campers ready to wrangle up some fun this summer? We have a limited number of spots in our Day Camp Boots and Saddles program. This program is for campers ages 8-10 who love horses and want to learn more about them. Your camper will spend time ...
Day Camp @ Lakeshore Center of Okoboji
12:00 AM
We have six weeks of day camps coming up with flexible scheduling. Sign up your kindergarten thru 5th grade campers for one day, a week, or the whole summer! We'll keep them hopping and they'll have a summer experience they won't forget!
Summer Cezannes
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Painting With Handmade Stencils June 15 & 16: Weaving with Reeds June 22 & 23: Clay Lanterns *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 & 7: Clay Creature Bowls July 13 ...
Teen Art
12:00 AM
Mondays & Tuesdays I 1-2:30pm Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 8 & 9: Landscapes with Oil Paint June 15 & 16: Coiled Baskets June 22 & 23: Clay Pendant Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 6 &7: Wool Felted Textile Collage July ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
Our Town @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - Our Town (drama) July 28-August 2 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. SHOW SYNOPSIS: By Thornton Wilder. Described by Edward Albee as “the ...
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Preschool Picassos
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesdays 10-11am Members $10 I Non-Members $12 June 10: Painting Donuts! June 17: Oil Pastel Vegetable Garden June 24: Clay Bugs *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 8: Fabric Collage July 15: Clay Coil Vase July 22: Antique Collage ...
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Summer Suerats
12:00 AM
Thursdays & Fridays 10-11:30am Members $20 I Non-Members $25 June 11 & 12: Landscape with Spray Paint! June 18 & 19: Basket Weaving June 25 & 26: Clay Lights *July 1st or 2nd: Family 4th of July Tie-Dye July 9 & 10: Felted Illustrations July 16 & 17: ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Summer Camp: Girls in STEM
12:00 AM
Partnership Summer Camp- Girls in STEM Who: 6th-9th grade girls When: July 31st and August 1st, overnight 9 a.m.- 9 a.m. Cost: $50 per child Register your kids for this exciting collaboration summer camp brought to you by Iowa Lakeside Lab, ISU ...
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Farmers Appreciation Days
12:00 AM
Join Lake Park for their Farmers Appreciation Days July 31st-August 2nd. https://lakeparkia.com/our-town/farmers-appreciation-days
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live on The Terrace @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
From the depths of his midwestern roots, multi-award winning songwriter Jordan Messerole writes songs that vary as greatly as the wild flowers in the native tall grass. Messerole does frequently write about that flora, as well as the fauna of the ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Art in the Park
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Mark your Calendars for an Okoboji Tradition! Art in the Park is set along the shores of beautiful West Lake Okoboji and beside Arnolds Park Amusement Park. This juried show features handcrafted work from over 50 artists. Browse a vibrant mix of ...
Art in the Park
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Overlooking beautiful West Lake Okoboji, this event features handcrafted works of art from artists throughout the Midwest. Categories include sculpture, pottery, glass, drawing, painting, photography, print making, folk art, mixed media & more. There ...
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Tim Mahoney Live
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a great night of live music on the next level rooftop.
2026 Endless Joy-- Okoboji Bible Conference
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Okoboji Bible Conference is a one-week gathering for the whole family, bringing together outstanding ministry leaders, musicians, and global mission voices from across the U.S. to foster spiritual growth, worship, and Christian fellowship. Rooted ...
Live Music by Nish Band
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us at Barefoot Bar for Live music featuring Nish Band.
Live at the Lake Concert Series: DIRECT FROM SWEDEN
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio Direct from Sweden The Music of Abba is one of the only true ABBA shows to come from Sweden where ABBA was created some 50 plus years ago….After HUGE success all over the world they stopped performing in 1982….Then Mamma Mia ...
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Tim Mahoney Live
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a great night of live music on the next level rooftop.
Introduction to Gouache Painting
12:00 AM
Aug. 3-5 | 9am-12pm | $200/$225 Instructor: Telagio Baptista Level: Beginner, 18+ Participants will learn foundational techniques such as color mixing, brushwork, and layering while creating their own artwork, from landscapes to florals. Led by ...
Birding on the Green
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Dickinson County Nature Center partners with Brooks Golf to host Birding on the Green. This is a free adult program for the novice birder to the more experienced birder. The outing heads out at 7 a.m. and is led by expert birder, Don Vrchota, and a ...
Partner Camp
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Your 4-6 year will have a blast at the annual Partner Camp- a camp where art, music and nature combine! This year the theme is "Under the Rainbow." This special 3-hour per day camp takes place at Maser Lodge on the campus of the Dickinson County ...
Queen II Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a scenic evening on West Lake Okoboji aboard the Majestic Queen II. Each cruise features beautiful lake views and a themed dinner for a unique dining experience on the water. Dinner Themes & Dates: June 8: Mexican July 6: Americana August 3: ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
9 to 5 @ Okoboji Summer Theatre
12:00 AM
Okoboji Summer Theatre - 9 to 5 (musical) August 4 – 9 Weekly curtain times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m. SHOW SYNOPSIS: Music and lyrics by Dolly Parton; Book by Patricia Resnick. ...
Themed Trivia @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🎬✨ ANIMATION NATION, ASSEMBLE ✨🎬 Get ready for a magical night of brainpower and nostalgia — Monsters, Think! (Disney & Pixar Trivia) arrives at West O Beer Tuesday, June 2 from 7-9 PM! From talking toys to undersea adventures, superhero squads to ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Create with Me
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Wednesdays | 10:00–10:45am Members $10 | Non-Members $12 New Class! For children ages 2-3yrs and their adult perfect for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles! June 3: Textured Clay Flower Bowl August 5: Family Tree Painting
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Youth Sculpture Walk & Workshop
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday, Aug. 6 | 10am-11:30 am | $10/$15 1st - 5th grade | Register by July 29 Students will join on a walking tour of the PLAC outdoor sculpture trail and grounds- where we will view sculptures in a variety of media. Participants will get a peek ...
Kenue Coffee Hour
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
This free adult program is held on the first Thursday of the month at 10:30 AM in the Maser Monarch Lodge. This month's speaker is Mary Jo Rapp with the Iowa Great Lakes Pheasants Forever. Her presentation will focus on the organization's work in ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
"ON US" Fundraising Event at West O Beer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6 for an On Us event to benefit the Boji Mileage Club with Lakes Regional Healthcare. Special thanks to On Us Promotional Sponsor — The Lakes News Shopper! ABOUT ON US: One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses ...
Wines of Summer with Pearson Lakes Art Center & Okoboji Wines
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Struggling to incorporate more healthy vegetables into your daily diet or tired of delegating vegetables as just side dishes? Sarah is eager to demonstrate flavorful vegetarian main dishes to build your confidence in exploring the wide world of ...
Tyler Halverson @ Captain's Getaway
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Nashville —> Lake Okoboji Summer Concert Series at Captain’s Getaway! ▪️June 25: The Castellows ▪️July 9: BlackHawk ▪️July 16: Bayker Blankenship ▪️August 6: Tyler Halverson ▪️August 13: John Morgan
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Lakeside Jukebox Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: COOPER ALAN
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Special Ticketed Event – All Ages Bio With the heart of a showman and the hustle of a modern independent artist, Cooper Alan is bringing fearless creativity and unfiltered authenticity to country music. A native of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Alan ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Boone & Lambert Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Damon Dotson Live
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
One of the locals favorites,Damon Dotson, is coming back to The Store! He can’t wait to party with all of you!
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Exploring Encaustics
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday, Aug. 12 | 9:30am-12pm | $90/$100 Instructor: Karess Knudtson Level: All Levels, 18+ This workshop will explore Encaustic painting to create layered, textured surfaces with molten beeswax on a wooden substrate. A brief history and description ...
Nature Explorers @ Dickinson County Nature Center
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us every Wednesday mid-June through mid-August for an hour of fun! This year's theme is "Nature Mysteries" and at each program kids will try and solve a puzzling question! This program will meet at the old Butterfly House, located just south of ...
Nature Tots: Swimming Animals
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Nature Tots: Swimming Animals Who: Children ages 2-5 with an adult When: August 12th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Dickinson County Nature Center Cost: Free What to expect: This program is held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. ...
Nature Tots: Swimming Animals
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Nature Tots: Swimming Animals Who: Children ages 2-5 with an adult When: August 12th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Dickinson County Nature Center Cost: Free What to expect: This program is held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
The Terrace Live & Local
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Introducing your new midweek tradition — THE TERRACE: LIVE & LOCAL 🎶☀️ All summer long, we’re bringing the best local talent to our outdoor space every Wednesday. Cold beers in hand, live music in the air, and unbeatable Okoboji vibes. Kick back on ...
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
Sourdough Bread Making
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
In this 101 beginner class, Natasha will lead you in a small group setting as you learn the basics of making sourdough bread. Class includes instruction, a sourdough starter, taste samples, and hands on experience mixing and kneading a mini loaf you ...
John Morgan @ Captain's Getaway
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Nashville —> Lake Okoboji Summer Concert Series at Captain’s Getaway! ▪️June 25: The Castellows ▪️July 9: BlackHawk ▪️July 16: Bayker Blankenship ▪️August 6: Tyler Halverson ▪️August 13: John Morgan
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Speaker Series @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Lauridsen Performing Arts Theatre 7:30pm | Free Admission Join us for Speaker Series presented by Okoboji Magazine for programs designed to educate and entertain. June 25: #BojiKites July 16: Chad Elliott August 13: Sarah Grant
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: JOHN MULANEY
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Special Ticketed Event – All Ages Bio John Mulaney is a four-time Emmy Award, Critics Choice award and WGA award-winning writer, comedian and actor. Most recently, Mulaney can be seen as the host, writer and executive producer of his Netflix talk show ...
Karaoke Night w/ Jason Grinnen
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
It's KARAOKE TIME with Jason Grinnen! Find your perfect song, the mic will be waiting!!
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: HAIRBALL
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio It’s like 20 concerts in one night! A band puts on a concert – Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won’t soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans…to ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Dick Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Friday Night Live on The Lake View Deck
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Night Live is coming back to the Lake View Deck! ✨ Listen to free music performed by local artists and enjoy a cool drink with a lake-side view. Catch the sunset with us. Performances are from 6pm - 9pm. Thank you to our sponsor, Michelob ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
The Schmidt Brothers Band
8:00 PM
We are The Schmidt Brothers from Vinton Iowa. Growing up, music was always a huge part of our lives. Our father introduced us to our passion of performing when we were little kids. The three of us have been performing with many bands for the last 15 ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
The Schmidt Brothers Band
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
We are The Schmidt Brothers from Vinton Iowa. Growing up, music was always a huge part of our lives. Our father introduced us to our passion of performing when we were little kids. The three of us have been performing with many bands for the last 15 ...
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
West O Music Bingo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Your favorite songs. Cold craft beer. Brick oven pizza. And a whole lot of competitive singing from people who swear they “totally know this one.” Join us for Music Bingo at West O Beer — where every song could bring you one step closer to prizes, ...
Tequila Tuesday @ Snappers
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the summer EVERY week with us here at Snappers with Tequila Tuesdays! Starts at 7pm every Tuesday this summer, $5 house margaritas and the fantastic music stylings of Scott Kirkhart
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Trivia Night @ Snappers
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
It's time to test your skills at trivia, all while enjoying $0.75 wings and your favorite drink. New questions every week, you never know what could be asked, so be sure to join in on the food and fun!!
Summer Beer Run @ West O Beer
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who says you can’t mix miles with cold beer? Not us! The West O Summer Beer Runs are your weekly excuse to get outside, break a sweat, and kick back with friends and family. We meet up at West O Beer every Thursday night at 5:30 p.m. for a fun, social ...
Boone & Lambert Live @ Block Party
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ryan Sather Live @ Block Party starting at 6pm.
A Taste of Iowa Dinner
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Close out the summer savoring elevated cuisine with a clever twist on Heartland favorites. Chef Brandon educates and entertains as he creates masterful dishes in this multi-course dinner, drawing upon the agricultural wealth of the region and ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Texas 4-Ball Golf Tournament
12:00 AM
Take your best shot at Texas 4-Ball this 29th at Indian Hills Golf Course every Friday!
Friday Night Live on The Lake View Deck
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Night Live is coming back to the Lake View Deck! ✨ Listen to free music performed by local artists and enjoy a cool drink with a lake-side view. Catch the sunset with us. Performances are from 6pm - 9pm. Thank you to our sponsor, Michelob ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Six to Midnight
9:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Six to Midnight is a Minnesota Cover Band but everyone always asks us why “Six to Midnight”? “Do you start at Six?” “Are you done at Midnight?” “What does it mean?” Originally, it had no meaning; in other words, it was just the catchiest name we could ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Head to the Dickinson County Fair Grounds every Wednesday from 3pm-6pm and every Saturday from 7:30am-12pm for the Lakes Area Farmers Market.
Farmers Market in the Park
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Farmers Market in the Park every Saturday during the summer from 8:30am-12:30pm! Enjoy vendors, live music and so much more!
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: THE PORK TORNADOES
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages The Pork Tornadoes are one of the most in-demand and popular party bands in the country. Having played over 800 shows for more than 1.5 Million people, they are known for putting a unique spin on all of your favorite songs, ...
Six to Midnight
9:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Six to Midnight is a Minnesota Cover Band but everyone always asks us why “Six to Midnight”? “Do you start at Six?” “Are you done at Midnight?” “What does it mean?” Originally, it had no meaning; in other words, it was just the catchiest name we could ...
Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Barefoot Dock Hop Public Cruise – One of our most popular cruises, now departing from the famous Barefoot Bar! Enjoy a full cash bar while touring Lake Okoboji. Stops may include: The Ritz, Bracco, and then returning to the Barefoot Bar! DEPARTING ...
Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
Themed Trivia @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🎬✨ ANIMATION NATION, ASSEMBLE ✨🎬 Get ready for a magical night of brainpower and nostalgia — Monsters, Think! (Disney & Pixar Trivia) arrives at West O Beer Tuesday, June 2 from 7-9 PM! From talking toys to undersea adventures, superhero squads to ...
"ON US" Fundraising Event @ West O Beer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
oin us at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 for an On Us event to benefit Keep Okoboji Blue. Special thanks to On Us Promotional Sponsor — The Lakes News Shopper! ABOUT ON US: One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, donations, and a spotlight ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Friday Night Live on The Lake View Deck
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Night Live is coming back to the Lake View Deck! ✨ Listen to free music performed by local artists and enjoy a cool drink with a lake-side view. Catch the sunset with us. Performances are from 6pm - 9pm. Thank you to our sponsor, Michelob ...
Keifer & Scott Live
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Treasure Village Flea Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Over 40 vendors will be displaying antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, tools, furniture, jewelry, collectible toys, clothing, direct-sale businesses, metal art, beef jerky, a variety of concession food, and most EVERYTHING! Open 9a-5p with Free ...
Shake the Lake Public Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Shake The Lake it’s the most fun to be had on the lake, hands down! Features a live DJ and cash bar now aboard The Kontiki Barge. DEPARTING LOCATION: Rentals/Cruise Dock, 24457 178th St., Okoboji, IA 51355 TIME: Saturday Afternoons from 1-4 PM PRICE: ...
Live at the Lake Concert Series: THE ROLLING STONERS
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Free Show – All Ages Bio A Minnesota-based tribute to the greatest rock band of all time: The Rolling Stones. These red-blooded ramblers aren’t just a cover band—they’re a full-blown rock ‘n’ roll experience. Fueled by friendship, swagger, and a deep ...
Treasure Village Flea Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Over 40 vendors will be displaying antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, tools, furniture, jewelry, collectible toys, clothing, direct-sale businesses, metal art, beef jerky, a variety of concession food, and most EVERYTHING! Open 9a-5p with Free ...
Treasure Village Flea Market
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Over 40 vendors will be displaying antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, tools, furniture, jewelry, collectible toys, clothing, direct-sale businesses, metal art, beef jerky, a variety of concession food, and most EVERYTHING! Open 9a-5p with Free ...
Keifer & Scott Live
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Keifer and Scott deliver a set packed with familiar favorites, rich harmonies, and laid-back energy that’s perfect for a night out in Okoboji. Join them at the Okoboji Store for great music, good drinks, and an easygoing vibe.
Bauman Big Band @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Every Monday Night Memorial Day through Labor Day 7-9pm
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Friday Night Live on The Lake View Deck
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Night Live is coming back to the Lake View Deck! ✨ Listen to free music performed by local artists and enjoy a cool drink with a lake-side view. Catch the sunset with us. Performances are from 6pm - 9pm. Thank you to our sponsor, Michelob ...
Birding on the Green
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The Dickinson County Nature Center partners with Brooks Golf to host Birding on the Green. This is a free adult program for the novice birder to the more experienced birder. The outing heads out at 7 a.m. and is led by expert birder, Don Vrchota, and a ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Friday Night Live on The Lake View Deck
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Night Live is coming back to the Lake View Deck! ✨ Listen to free music performed by local artists and enjoy a cool drink with a lake-side view. Catch the sunset with us. Performances are from 6pm - 9pm. Thank you to our sponsor, Michelob ...
Flashmob @ Captains
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minneapolis-based Flashmob has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest with their contagious brand of non-stop energy, professional style, and unique and refreshing take on songs for over a decade! Join us for a great night of live music!
Flashmob @ Captains
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minneapolis-based Flashmob has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest with their contagious brand of non-stop energy, professional style, and unique and refreshing take on songs for over a decade! Join us for a great night of live music!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Friday Night Live on The Lake View Deck
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Night Live is coming back to the Lake View Deck! ✨ Listen to free music performed by local artists and enjoy a cool drink with a lake-side view. Catch the sunset with us. Performances are from 6pm - 9pm. Thank you to our sponsor, Michelob ...
University of Okoboji Oktoberfest
The 35th Annual University of Okoboji Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2026! Learn more at www.uofooktoberfest.com
"ON US" Fundraising Event @ West O Beer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 for an On Us event to benefit the Pearson Lakes Art Center Treehouse Studio. Special thanks to On Us Promotional Sponsor — The Lakes News Shopper! ABOUT ON US: One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Artisans Road Trip 2026
12:00 AM
Artisans Road Trip aims to share the creativity of Northwest Iowa and promote a venue for established artisans to demonstrate their skills, exhibit and sell their original fine art via a self-guided studio tour in Northwest Iowa. A.R.T. is a weekend ...
Themed Trivia @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🎬✨ ANIMATION NATION, ASSEMBLE ✨🎬 Get ready for a magical night of brainpower and nostalgia — Monsters, Think! (Disney & Pixar Trivia) arrives at West O Beer Tuesday, June 2 from 7-9 PM! From talking toys to undersea adventures, superhero squads to ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival
We are so excited to announce the return of the Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival on Saturday, October 18th for FREE Fall Family fun in the Iowa Great Lakes! Join us at Camp Foster for trick-or-treating, games, crafts and more put on by local business! ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
IGLA Chamber Annual Dinner & Celebration
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Mark your calendars to join us to celebrate another great year here in the Iowa Great Lakes! Monday, November 2nd Waterfront Grille More details to come
"ON US" Fundraising Event @ West O Beer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 for an On Us event to benefit the Pearson Lakes Art Center Treehouse Studio. Special thanks to On Us Promotional Sponsor — The Lakes News Shopper! ABOUT ON US: One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Themed Trivia @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🎬✨ ANIMATION NATION, ASSEMBLE ✨🎬 Get ready for a magical night of brainpower and nostalgia — Monsters, Think! (Disney & Pixar Trivia) arrives at West O Beer Tuesday, June 2 from 7-9 PM! From talking toys to undersea adventures, superhero squads to ...
"ON US" Fundraising Event @ West O Beer
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 for an On Us event to benefit the Pearson Lakes Art Center Treehouse Studio. Special thanks to On Us Promotional Sponsor — The Lakes News Shopper! ABOUT ON US: One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, ...
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Trivia Night @ West O
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Gather your friends and head to your local brewery every Thursday night for Trivia Night!
Themed Trivia @ West O Beer
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
🎬✨ ANIMATION NATION, ASSEMBLE ✨🎬 Get ready for a magical night of brainpower and nostalgia — Monsters, Think! (Disney & Pixar Trivia) arrives at West O Beer Tuesday, June 2 from 7-9 PM! From talking toys to undersea adventures, superhero squads to ...
47th Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games
Mark your calendars! Broomball. Kites. Flag Football. Softball. Bags Tournament. Chili Cook-Off. Chocolate Classic. Polar Plunge. Fireworks. Burning of the Greens. MUCH, MUCH MORE!