Annual Ice Hole Festival at Lake Okoboji in Iowa.

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New for 2026

We’re excited to introduce a raffle to be held at the Friday night social event to help offset event expenses—thanks to the generosity of our amazing vendors!

Some of the prizes include:

• Scuba Pro MK17/G260 regulator
• X-Deep backplate and wing system
• Master Liveaboards trip to Chuuk (Truk Lagoon) — valid anytime through December 2027
• Additional prizes and details to be announced

Preparation & Expectations

For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, all participants are expected to:

• Arrive with required gear in proper working condition
• Follow all safety briefings, event guidelines, and staff instructions
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and supportive attitude toward fellow participants and staff