Community Events

Community Events

1/21/2025 - 1/21/2026
TUE
January
21
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!

THU
January
23 26

Mark your calendars! Broomball. Flag Football. Softball. Bags Tournament. Chili Cook-Off. Chocolate Classic. Polar Plunge. Fireworks. Burning of the Greens. MUCH, MUCH MORE! Registration is open and the rough draft of the full schedule is released. We ...

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THU
January
23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Mau Marine & The Okoboji Store presents Brrr-Riva, a private dinner party. Join us for food, fun, drinks & live music from Big Time Grain Company! Public Tickets go on sale January 10, 2025. Ticket Includes: • Reserved Table Seating • Cocktail ...

THU
January
23
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Live Music by Junk FM @ Parks Marina main stage starting at 6:30PM.

FRI
January
24
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Blue Mountain Band Live @ Parks Marina Main Stage beginning at 4:30PM.

FRI
January
24
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Please join Kindermusik At the Lake s for their "let it snow" playdate Friday, January 24th at 5PM at Person Lakes Art Center. $25/Family

FRI
January
24 25
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

The nations #1 touring Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band! Red NOT Chili Peppers pay tribute to the ultimate funk rock quartet: a band who has developed one of the largest die-hard followings in the world by transcending four decades of chart-topping ...

FRI
January
24
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Johnny Holm Band Live @ Parks Marina beginning at 8pm.

FRI
January
24
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Live music by Brad Morgan at the Gardens starting at 9pm.

SAT
January
25
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SAT
January
25
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Start you Winter Games with a hearty omelet meal. All proceeds go towards the Okoboji Summer Theatre student scholarships. At 1pm will be the announcement of the Okoboji Summer Theatre 2025 season productions.

SAT
January
25
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Open House at Central Park Townhomes on Saturday, January 25th from 10am-11am serving coffee and donuts!

SAT
January
25
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Live music by Scott Kirkhart at the Gardens starting at 11am.

SAT
January
25
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The Fishheads Live @ Parks Marina beginning at 11am.

SAT
January
25
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

DJ Dance Tunes live @ The Barefoot Bar starting at 11AM.

SAT
January
25
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Karaoke and Dance tunes with Big Nacho @ Okoboji Boat Works starting at 12pm.

SAT
January
25
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Blue Mountain Band Live @ the Boat Club starting at 2PM.

SAT
January
25
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Jacuzzi Puma Live @ Parks Marina starting at 3:30PM.

SAT
January
25
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Live music by the Jeremy Dewall Band at Gardens beginning at 4pm.

SAT
January
25
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

This band is a force like no other. Creating a party wherever they go. Followed by a ravenous fan base. Every song will leave you singing along and begging for more.’ Try it, it’s fun. You have heard it all before. It’s as if a band comes up with it’s ...

SAT
January
25
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

90s Country Re-Wind Live @ Parks Marina starting at 8PM.

SAT
January
25
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Live music by the Fishheads at The Gardens beginning at 9pm.

TUE
January
28
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!

SAT
February
1 28
12:00 AM

During the month of February, restaurants in the Lake Okoboji area compete for the best burger! Stay tuned for more details and where you can find these uniquely crafted, yummy burgers!

TUE
February
4
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!

FRI
February
7
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Great food, great drinks, great auction items, great music, great conversations... mark your calendars now for Friday, February 7! 🍇🍷

FRI
February
7
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Great food, great drinks, great auction items, great music, great conversations… mark your calendars now for Friday, February 7! 🍇🍷 Join us for an elegant evening to support Lakes Regional Healthcare. The Grape Escape Signature Tasting Event & ...

TUE
February
11
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!

TUE
February
18
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!

TUE
February
25
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!

TUE
March
4
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!

TUE
March
11
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!

MON
March
17
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

No school day? The Dickinson County Nature Center offers a safe, engaging space for your child(ren) to learn through playing and exploring natural surroundings! Meet some new friends and take home some great stories at No School Day Camp! Only ...

TUE
March
18
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!

TUE
March
25
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!

TUE
April
1
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!

TUE
April
8
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!

TUE
April
15
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!

FRI
April
18
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

No school day? The Dickinson County Nature Center offers a safe, engaging space for your child(ren) to learn through playing and exploring natural surroundings! Meet some new friends and take home some great stories at No School Day Camp! Only ...

TUE
April
22
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!

TUE
April
29
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!

SAT
May
3

Kick-off the 2025 walleye season with the 43rd Annual Iowa Great Lakes Area Walleye Weekend tournament. Starting at midnight on Saturday, May 3rd you can cast your chance at catching one of 10 tagged walleye worth $43,000! There are many other chances ...

TUE
May
6
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!

TUE
May
13 16
12:00 AM

Camp Foster YMCA is inviting you to attend its first ever Veterans of foreign conflict Fishing Camp. We are seeking America’s greatest heroes to join us on Lake Okoboji for fishing, food, fellowship, and fun. Stay at Camp Foster YMCA in comfortable ...

TUE
May
13
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!

TUE
May
20
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!

TUE
May
27
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!

TUE
June
3
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!

TUE
June
10
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!

TUE
June
17
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!

FRI
June
20
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Premium Ticketed Event - All Ages Dustin Lynch has "built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” (Billboard), achieving nine #1s; four Top 5 albums; 10 GOLD, PLATINUM, and MULTI-PLATINUM certified singles; and tallying ...

TUE
June
24
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!

TUE
July
1
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!

TUE
July
8
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!

TUE
July
15
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!

SAT
July
19

The U of O Homecoming Races return! Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 19th! Swim, bike, and run in and around the gorgeous waters of West Lake Okoboji. Choose to compete as an individual or in teams of 2-3 people for the Triathlon and Team ...

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TUE
July
22
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!

TUE
July
29
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!

TUE
August
5
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!

TUE
August
12
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!

TUE
August
19
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!

TUE
August
26
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!

TUE
September
2
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!

TUE
September
9
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!

TUE
September
16
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!

TUE
September
23
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!

SAT
September
27

The 34th Annual University of Okoboji Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024! Learn more at www.uofooktoberfest.com

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TUE
September
30
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!

SAT
October
18

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! ...

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