Okoboji 100
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cor PowerSports Race Series is returning for a second year! The entire course will be run on East Okoboji Lake in front of Parks Marina. The entire Okoboji community is excited to bring this snowmobile tour to the community, within just a few miles ...
42nd Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games
5:00 PM
Mark your calendars! Broomball. Flag Football. Softball. Bags Tournament. Chili Cook-Off. Chocolate Classic. Polar Plunge. Fireworks. Burning of the Greens. MUCH, MUCH MORE!
The Whiskies
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Whiskies are a Twin Cities acoustic fronted band. Whether it be the two man show, trio or full band, the acoustic guitars lead the charge. The Whiskies play everything from rock and blues to pop and current country. Along with this pure sound, they ...
Winter Games Chili Cook Off Sponsored by Ruthven Meat Locker
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join the fun and kick off Winter Games weekend at the annual Chili Cook Off sponsored by Ruthven Meat Locker! Try over 20 different chili recipes and vote for your favorite to win the trophy and bragging rights for 2022! Purchase your mugs in advance ...
Tank Tasting
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
On Friday, January 28th experience white wines like a winemaker! Enjoy sweet & savory appetizers & desserts.
Some Sh!tty Cover Band
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Some Sh!tty Cover Band brings together members of successful original bands Quietdrive, Take Cover, and The Usual Things, to inject life back into what has become a stale and uninteresting arena of live music -- covers. With an exciting show, and a ...
The Whiskies
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Whiskies are a Twin Cities acoustic fronted band. Whether it be the two man show, trio or full band, the acoustic guitars lead the charge. The Whiskies play everything from rock and blues to pop and current country. Along with this pure sound, they ...
Some Sh!tty Cover Band
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Some Sh!tty Cover Band brings together members of successful original bands Quietdrive, Take Cover, and The Usual Things, to inject life back into what has become a stale and uninteresting arena of live music -- covers. With an exciting show, and a ...
Sweethearts in the Rain - Paint & Sip
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Join Ashes to Art to create one a 11x14 painting on February 2nd at 6pm in the Waterfall Room!
Okoboji Vintage Snowmobile Races
Vintage snowmobiles from around the midwest gather to race in this exhilarating day of competition on the first Saturday in February each winter. This race takes place on East Lake Okoboji in front of the Ritz.
Ski/Snowboard Trip
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Registration is open for the no-school-days in early 2022. Register your child for a fun day out, courtesy of Camp Foster YMCA ! Come ski with Camp Foster! They will be loading up busses and heading to Mount Kato in Mankato, MN for school-out days in ...
Drink 182
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
We love the 90's, and we figured it's about time someone paid some respect to all the bands with names no one can remember.
Dueling Pianos
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Window Chamber & CVB is partnering with Round Lake Vineyards & Winery to bring some LOVE DAY fun this Valentine's Day weekend!
Ski/Snowboard Trip
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Registration is open for the no-school-days in early 2022. Register your child for a fun day out, courtesy of Camp Foster YMCA ! Come ski with Camp Foster! They will be loading up busses and heading to Mount Kato in Mankato, MN for school-out days in ...
Redemption Road
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Join us for another night of live music at Captains Getaway! New Year's Eve Celebration!
Redemption Road
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Join us for another night of live music at Captains Getaway! New Year's Eve Celebration!
Drink 182
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
We love the 90's, and we figured it's about time someone paid some respect to all the bands with names no one can remember.
Ski/Snowboard Trip
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Registration is open for the no-school-days in early 2022. Register your child for a fun day out, courtesy of Camp Foster YMCA ! Come ski with Camp Foster! They will be loading up busses and heading to Mount Kato in Mankato, MN for school-out days in ...
The Whiskies
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The Whiskies are a Twin Cities acoustic fronted band. Whether it be the two man show, trio or full band, the acoustic guitars lead the charge. The Whiskies play everything from rock and blues to pop and current country. Along with this pure sound, they ...
The Whiskies
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The Whiskies are a Twin Cities acoustic fronted band. Whether it be the two man show, trio or full band, the acoustic guitars lead the charge. The Whiskies play everything from rock and blues to pop and current country. Along with this pure sound, they ...
The White Keys
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The White Keys is a Piano/Drums duo that throws dance parties all over the mid-west. We play covers from all genres...country to classic rock...pop to hip hop...oldies to Top 40...basically anything that gets the crowd dancing and singing.
The White Keys
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
The White Keys is a Piano/Drums duo that throws dance parties all over the mid-west. We play covers from all genres...country to classic rock...pop to hip hop...oldies to Top 40...basically anything that gets the crowd dancing and singing.
Maiden Dixie
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Energetic. Passionate. Exuberant. One would be hard-pressed to find a band that more embodies these qualities than Maiden Dixie. Breaking onto the music scene in the fall of 2011, this country rock quintet has been gaining unchecked momentum ever ...
Maiden Dixie
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Energetic. Passionate. Exuberant. One would be hard-pressed to find a band that more embodies these qualities than Maiden Dixie. Breaking onto the music scene in the fall of 2011, this country rock quintet has been gaining unchecked momentum ever ...
Spring Market - Craft & Vendor Show
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Shop local crafters and vendors in one convenient location. Sip on a glass of wine or mimosa while you shop!
Devon Worley Band
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Pay Attention. The country music world is changing. The days of bro-country and bubble gum, pop-influenced country songs are meeting a slow death on country radio. The current country fan is ready for something more aggressive, soulful and edgy. Meet ...
Devon Worley Band
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Pay Attention. The country music world is changing. The days of bro-country and bubble gum, pop-influenced country songs are meeting a slow death on country radio. The current country fan is ready for something more aggressive, soulful and edgy. Meet ...
Barrel Tasting
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tickets are $40. Advance purchase required. Experience red wines and enjoy a heaver appetizer that is included.
Barrel Tasting
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tickets are $40. Advance purchase required. Experience red wines and enjoy a heaver appetizer that is included.
Iowa Great Lakes Walleye Weekend
12:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Each year the Iowa Great Lakes Area kicks off walleye season with the Iowa Great Lakes Area Walleye Weekend tournament. Ten walleye are tagged and released in to the chain of Iowa Great Lakes. Starting at midnight on Saturday, May 7th you can cast your ...
Maiden Dixie
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Energetic. Passionate. Exuberant. One would be hard-pressed to find a band that more embodies these qualities than Maiden Dixie. Breaking onto the music scene in the fall of 2011, this country rock quintet has been gaining unchecked momentum ever ...
Maiden Dixie
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Energetic. Passionate. Exuberant. One would be hard-pressed to find a band that more embodies these qualities than Maiden Dixie. Breaking onto the music scene in the fall of 2011, this country rock quintet has been gaining unchecked momentum ever ...
Rock The Roof - Rock a la Carte
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dance the evening away with the rock sounds of Rock a la Carte. Opening show of the 2022 Rock the Roof series
The Linda Ronstadt Experience
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
American Idol Finalist Tristan McIntosh becomes Linda Ronstadt in this captivating show.
Rock The Roof - Richie Lee & The Fabulous 50's
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a wonderful evening of music and dancing with Richie Lee & The Fabulous 50's - always a Roof Garden favorite! Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50's will take you back to the roots of Rock 'n' Roll history wrapped up into a high energy ...
Rock The Roof - Surfin' Safari
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come and dance the evening away at the fabulous Roof Garden! Surfin' Safari is an oldies ( 50'-70's) rock band based out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Established 7 years ago, bringing you the best in oldies rock.
Rock The Roof - Denny & The DC Drifters
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Travel back to the 1950's and re-live the hits by Elvis, Buddy Holly, the Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens and your favorite girl bands. The D.C. Drifters are led by Denny Charnecki, who was inducted into the Minnesota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Big Spirit Lake Fireworks
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Fireworks over Big Spirit Lake began with the SLPA sponsorship in the early 1980’s. Initially, SLPA funded the entire fireworks display through the SLPA membership fees and any other donations received. In early 2013, the SLPA created the Pancake ...
4th of July Fireworks
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to the annual 4th of July Fireworks celebration on Sunday, July 4, 2022. For over 40 years, with additional help from many generous business owners and private citizens, the Iowa Great Lakes ...
Rock The Roof - Interstate Cruisers
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Interstate Cruisers are a Classic Rock band that plays music from the 50's, 60's, 70's, & 80's - one of the most popular Rock the Roof bands. In September of 2015 the "Interstate Cruisers" were inducted into the Iowa Rock N Roll Hall of Fame with ...
BRASL (Bike Ride Around Spirit Lake)
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bike Ride Around Spirit Lake July 9, 2022 15, 25 & 50-Mile RoutesRides BRASL 15-Mile Route: Bike Cruise around Spirit Lake, Iowa’s Largest Natural Lake BRASL 25 & 50 Mile Route: Power Bike around the Iowa Great Lakes and Minnesota For more ...
University of Okoboji Vettes in the Park
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, the annual University of Okoboji Vettes in the Park Cruise-in in Preservation Plaza at Arnolds Park Amusement Park. View Checking our Facebook page and website for additional updates or major changes or cancellations.
Antique & Wooden Boat Show
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
View these beautiful wooden boats on the docks at Arnolds Park Amusement Park throughout the day. They will depart the docks and cruise the lake at approximately 3 pm. (Arnolds Park)-The Classic Boat Show will be held on Saturday, KUOO’s Becky ...
University of Okoboji Point to Point Swim
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
26th Annual U of O open water swim August 6th 2022 at 7am 3.2 mile swim from Gull Point State Park to Pikes Point State Park. **Each Swimmer ois responsible for having their own escort/kayaker. If you need this service you may rent a kayak from us for ...
Bee & Butterfly Festival
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dickinson County Conservation's largest event of the year celebrates pollinators with butterfly tagging activities, entertainment, and more!
Okoboji Writers' Retreat
The Okoboji Writers’ Retreat is open to amateur and professional writers. It will feature award-winning authors, newspaper editors, columnists and motivational speakers. There is a story in everyone. You’ll learn how to get yours started or improved. ...
University of Okoboji Oktoberfest
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The 31st Annual University of Okoboji Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022! Learn more at www.uofooktoberfest.com
Iowa Great Lakes Fall Festival
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Fall Festival returns on Saturday, October 22nd for FREE Fall Family fun in the Iowa Great Lakes! Join us at Camp Foster for trick-or-treating, games, crafts and more! Head over to Camp Foster on Saturday, October 23rd and park ...