# Events & Things To Do In Okoboji This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Okoboji is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Okoboji this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

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## Weekend Events in Okoboji

- **Event Name**: "Welcome Back" Weekend!
  - **Description**: Full days spent out on our Okoboji waters are BACK, and we are here to celebrate with YOU! Join us all day Saturday, May 2nd for incentives on Cobalts that you won't find anywhere else, a chance to get some exciting new boats out on the water, and then be
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/okoboji/welcome-back-weekend/200029918828808
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th St , Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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- **Event Name**: Kentucky Derby Party!
  - **Description**: Join us for our Kentucky Derby Party happening May 2nd, many prizes available including Fireball Apple bag boards, 2 mini fridges, Yeti cooler, backpack coolers and more! 50% of proceeds will go to the Humane Society. Race starts at 6 PM, see you then!
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/okoboji/kentucky-derby-party/200029918827159
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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  - **Categories**: kentucky-derby, parties, entertainment, sports, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: John D Neal @ Snappers!
  - **Description**: Join us for live music featuring John D. Neal playing from 1-4 PM Sunday the 3rd!

About the band:
John D Neal is an independent American singer-songwriter, recording artist, and producer known for blending country, gospel, and blues influences into a vin
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/okoboji/john-d-neal-snappers/200029876372743
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art

## Trending Events in Okoboji

- **Event Name**: Ventura Blvd's Full Moon Party @ The Barefoot Bar - Sunday, May 31
  - **Description**: FULL MOON PARTY!
The Barefoot Bar presents: Ventura Blvd: A Tom Petty Celebration performing 3 hours of the greatest music from Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers on Sunday, May 31st, including the FULL MOON FEVER album in its entirety! Come early for the
  - **Venue**: The Barefoot Bar at Okoboji
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- **Event Name**: Live Music featuring Red Dirt Road!
  - **Description**: Join us for live music featuring Red Dirt Road starting at 7 PM!

About the band:
Red Dirt Road is one of Upper Midwest’s premier rocking country live bands. Playing festivals, county fairs, weddings, corporate events and night clubs. RDR performs hundred
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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- **Event Name**: Hotel California - Two Nights!
  - **Description**: *Members Only Pre-Sale 2/3-2/9*

A spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” to a level of recognition normally reserved for Gold and Platinum recording artists. 

By respectfully and
  - **Venue**: Pearson Lakes Art Center
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- **Event Name**: SWCC Okoboji 10K
  - **Description**: 🔥 WE HIT 25 TEAMS! 🔥

The momentum behind the Okoboji 10K is growing! 💪

We’ve officially filled our first 25 teams, and this thing is shaping up to be one of the biggest and baddest tournaments on the lake this year. The competition is stacking up, the s
  - **Venue**: Emerson Bay State Recreation Area
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- **Event Name**: Full Moon Party featuring The Johnny Holm Band!
  - **Description**: Join us on July 29th at 7 PM for our Full Moon Party featuring The Johnny Holm Band! Come early for our seafood boil.
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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- **Event Name**: Live music featuring Hicktown Mafia
  - **Description**: Join us for live music featuring Hicktown Mafia starting at 7 PM!

About the Band:
HickTown Mafia is a 4-piece, Southern Minnesota-based, country and rock party band that averages over 70 shows a year, bringing the party to bars, casinos, street dances/ci
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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- **Event Name**: Kennedy Station Live @ The Barefoot Bar
  - **Description**: We’re rollin’ up to The Barefoot Bar in beautiful Okoboji, Iowa to kick off summer the right way — cold drinks, sunshine, and live tunes by the water.

Come hang with Kennedy Station as we fire up the long weekend with a mix of classic rock, country, and
  - **Venue**: The Barefoot Bar at Okoboji
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- **Event Name**: Live music featuring Jake McVey!
  - **Description**: Join us for live music featuring Jake McVey on Sunday June 21st at 2 PM!

About the band:
Music has the power to move the masses and few artists understand that better than Jake McVey. A relentless road dog who performs 250+ dates a year, McVey has earned
  - **Venue**: 24457 178th St, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355
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- **Event Name**: Commotion
  - **Description**: *Members Only Pre-Sale 3/3-3/9*

Due to popular demand - a 2nd night has been Added!!

Step into a virtual time machine and journey back to the glory days of the late 60s and early 70s with Commotion – the most electrifying and authentic Creedence Clearwa
  - **Venue**: Pearson Lakes Art Center
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Okoboji?
  - **A:** "Welcome Back" Weekend! (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am at 24457 178th St , Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355), Kentucky Derby Party! (Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm at 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355), John D Neal @ Snappers! (Sun May 03 2026 at 01:00 pm at 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Okoboji this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** "Welcome Back" Weekend! (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am at 24457 178th St , Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355), Kentucky Derby Party! (Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm at 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355), John D Neal @ Snappers! (Sun May 03 2026 at 01:00 pm at 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Okoboji?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Okoboji on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Okoboji?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Okoboji?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Okoboji include 24457 178th St , Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355, 24457 178th Street, Okoboji, IA, United States, Iowa 51355.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Okoboji?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Okoboji include Parks Marina, Snappers Turtle Bay Cafe.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Okoboji?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Okoboji.

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