Plein Air Okoboji @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Whether you are a beginner or a professional artist, join us in this 3-day Okoboji Plein Air workshop painting the beauty of the Iowa Great Lakes! This event will introduce participants 18 years and older to the plein air experience of sketching and ...
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Lakes Area Farmers Market every Wednesday 3:30pm-7:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am-12:00pm at the Dickinson County Fairgrounds!
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 5pm.
Ribbon Cutting for Bus Party Okoboji
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us Thursday, September 11th at 4:00pm for a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate Bus Party Okoboji!
Let's Get Social (BA5) with Bus Party Okoboji
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come get social with us and Bus Party Okoboji on Thursday, September 11th from 4-6pm!! This Let's Get Social will be located in the Historic Arnolds Park Museum circle. Come socialize and learn a little something about Bus Party Okoboji!! We can't wait ...
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 5pm.
Opening Reception for Plein Air Okoboji: Workshop & Exhibition with Guest Artist, Stephen Randall
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Next Thursday, September 11th from 5-7pm. Join us for an evening celebrating the artists who participated in the year's Plein Air Workshop led by Stephen H. Randall exploring the beauty of #okoboji! Complimentary wine and charcuterie will be served.
The S.O.B.'s- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The S.O.B.'s- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 5pm.
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Friday Night Live- Jason Kincel
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us on The Lake View Deck in Preservation Plaza for FREE music performed by some of the areas best artist from 6-9pm! Full bar along with select food will be available to enjoy.
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Lakes Area Farmers Market every Wednesday 3:30pm-7:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am-12:00pm at the Dickinson County Fairgrounds!
Fall Planter Design Class w/ Ferguson's
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Design your own beautiful fall planter with helpful tips and tricks from us!
Live Music at the Winery @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Saturday from May-September for live music on the Patio from 2-6 PM!
The S.O.B.'s- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The S.O.B.'s- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 4pm.
Live Music at the Winery @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Sunday from May-September for live music on the Patio from 2-6 PM!
Mental Health Movie Night
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for Mental Health Movie Night! 🎬 The Spirit Lake High School Key Club and Spirit Lake Noon Kiwanis are excited to host a free community movie night on Sunday, September 14th at 5:00 PM! 📍 Spirit Lake Hafer Football Field 🍿 Bring your own ...
Story Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for story time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Arnolds Park Library! ALL AGES WELCOME! We will enjoy new stories, as well as, some favorite classics. Be sure to stay for the book themed craft after story time!
Swing Dance Lessons @ The Peacock Lounge and Grille
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come join Swing Dancing classes tonight from 7-9pm!!!
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Lakes Area Farmers Market every Wednesday 3:30pm-7:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am-12:00pm at the Dickinson County Fairgrounds!
Corn Festival Cooking at Pearson Lakes Art Center
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Learn, cook & create! Explore the history of community festivals and corn palaces, once commonplace celebrations of the planting, growth, and harvesting of corn in the Midwest. Cathie will teach kids to prepare tasty treats, all spotlighting corn as ...
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 5pm.
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 5pm.
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Friday Night Live- Luke Thomas
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us on The Lake View Deck in Preservation Plaza for FREE music performed by some of the areas best artist from 6-9pm! Full bar along with select food will be available to enjoy.
DockDogs at Oak Hill Outdoor
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for a weekend of fun with DockDogs® at Oak Hill Outdoor! It's free to watch the dogs jump all weekend! For a fee, register your dogs to jump! No experience necessary & we welcome dogs of all shapes, sizes, breeds and ages (above 6 months)! We ...
Live Music at the Winery @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Saturday from May-September for live music on the Patio from 2-6 PM!
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 4pm.
DockDogs at Oak Hill Outdoor
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a weekend of fun with DockDogs® at Oak Hill Outdoor! It's free to watch the dogs jump all weekend! For a fee, register your dogs to jump! No experience necessary & we welcome dogs of all shapes, sizes, breeds and ages (above 6 months)! We ...
Live Music at the Winery @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Sunday from May-September for live music on the Patio from 2-6 PM!
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 4pm.
Free Fall Prevention Screening @ Lightning Rehab & Fitness
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Come to their FREE balance screening to learn if you would benefit from physical therapy! Monday, September 22nd from 8:30am-1:00pm.
"AI Tsnunami" with Paul Gormley and the Iowa Lakes Corridor
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join the Iowa Lake Corridor for their Corridor Connections: Workshop and Leadership Series. "AI TSUNAMI" with Paul Gormley Tuesday, September 23rd from 10am-11:30am at Pearson Lakes Art Center! RSVP at LAKESCORRIDOR.COM/CONNECT
Story Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for story time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Arnolds Park Library! ALL AGES WELCOME! We will enjoy new stories, as well as, some favorite classics. Be sure to stay for the book themed craft after story time!
Ribbon Cutting for O'Farrell Sisters
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
We’re cutting the ribbon with O’Farrell Sisters! 🎉 ✂️ Come celebrate the new ownership and management of a long time staple of our area on Tuesday, September 23rd at 4:00PM! Stay and join us and O'Farrell Sisters as they host a Let's Get Social (BA5) ...
Let's Get Social at O'Farrell Sisters
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
✨ Let’s Get Social with O’Farrell Sisters ✨ Join the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for an evening of networking, community, and connection at O’Farrell Sisters! 🥂🌆 📅 Date: Tuesday, September 23rd 🕔 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM 📍 Location: ...
Iowa Great Lakes Beach Pick Up w/ Animal House of Okoboji
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Iowa Great Lakes Beach Pick Up w/ Animal House of Okoboji September 24th
Lakes Area Farmers Market
3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Lakes Area Farmers Market every Wednesday 3:30pm-7:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am-12:00pm at the Dickinson County Fairgrounds!
Seasons Center’s Training Summit – Managing the Weight of Caring: Strategies for Self-Care
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
A powerful, timely, and FREE self-care training summit featuring Stephanie Thornton, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor. Stephanie brings years of experience and insight into the often-overlooked ...
Manhattan Short @ Pearson Lakes Art Center
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Winter Dance Party @ Pearson Lakes Art Center beginning at 6:00PM.
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 5pm.
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Friday Night Live- Mike Walsch
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us on The Lake View Deck in Preservation Plaza for FREE music performed by some of the areas best artist from 6-9pm! Full bar along with select food will be available to enjoy.
University of Okoboji Oktoberfest
The 34th Annual University of Okoboji Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025! Learn more at www.uofooktoberfest.com
Lakes Area Farmers Market
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Lakes Area Farmers Market every Wednesday 3:30pm-7:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am-12:00pm at the Dickinson County Fairgrounds!
Live Music at the Winery @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Saturday from May-September for live music on the Patio from 2-6 PM!
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Scotty Rohlfsen- Next Level Rooftop Series @ Captain's Getaway starting at 4pm.
Run 4 Wine 5K
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Come and join us for a family and pet friendly 5K run/walk remembering Benjamin Bruce! Register with the link to get your free t-shirt and glass of wine! All proceeds go to the U of M Masonic Children’s Hospital Big Brave Benjamin Bruce Pediatric ICU ...
Okoboji Writers' & Songwriters Retreat
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
This year's Okoboji Writers' & Songwriters Retreat is taking place September 28, 29, 30 and October 1st! Visit https://okobojiwritersretreat.com to learn more!
Live Music at the Winery @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Sunday from May-September for live music on the Patio from 2-6 PM!
Story Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for story time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Arnolds Park Library! ALL AGES WELCOME! We will enjoy new stories, as well as, some favorite classics. Be sure to stay for the book themed craft after story time!
Ribbon Cutting for Boji Doors
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join us to celebrate Boji Doors on Tuesday, September 30th at 4pm! We are holding a Ribbon Cutting for them at their location in Spirit Lake and we would love for you to stop by and show your support!
Kenue Coffee Hour
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A free adult program held at Maser Monarch Lodge on the first Thursday of the month at 10:30am unless moved for an event or holiday. No registration required.
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Friday Night Live- Scott Kirkhart
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us on The Lake View Deck in Preservation Plaza for FREE music performed by some of the areas best artist from 6-9pm! Full bar along with select food will be available to enjoy.
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Spooktacular Fun @ Bedell Family YMCA
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join Bedell Family YMCA for a spooky fun filled night! Costume contests, games, crafts, scary stories and more. Dinner included! Friday, October 10 from 6-9pm.
Women's Day Away
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Are you ready for a little time away from the stresses of daily life? Join Ingham Okoboji for a wonderful day of relaxation, friendship, faith and fun! This one-day retreat will include sessions, worship, great food, free time activities, and more. We ...
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
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! ...
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Live Music Fridays @ Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Start your weekend with a glass of wine and the musical talents of Dave Anderson and the Invisible String Band every Friday evening at 6PM!
Kenue Coffee Hour
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A free adult program held at Maser Monarch Lodge on the first Thursday of the month at 10:30am unless moved for an event or holiday. No registration required.
WOW Women's Okoboji Weekend
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
🎉 WOW - Women's Okoboji Weekend ARTISAN MARKET! 🎉 We are excited to bring back our Artisan Market! 🗓️ Friday, November 7, 2025 | 4–8 PM 🗓️ Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 9 AM–4 PM
WOW Women's Okoboji Weekend
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
🎉 WOW - Women's Okoboji Weekend ARTISAN MARKET! 🎉 We are excited to bring back our Artisan Market! 🗓️ Friday, November 7, 2025 | 4–8 PM 🗓️ Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 9 AM–4 PM
46th Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games
Mark your calendars! Broomball. Flag Football. Softball. Bags Tournament. Chili Cook-Off. Chocolate Classic. Polar Plunge. Fireworks. Burning of the Greens. MUCH, MUCH MORE! Stay tuned for more details! Visit uofowintergames.com to learn more!
44th Annual Iowa Great Lakes Area Walleye Weekend
12:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mark your calendars and join us for the 44th Annual Iowa Great Lakes Area Walleye Weekend! This year Walleye Weekend will take place on May 2nd and May 3rd. We can't wait to see you then!
University of Okoboji Homecoming Race 2026
University of Okoboji Homecoming Race 2026 Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 18, 2026!