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2026 U of O Homecoming Hits Record Representation

2026 U of O Homecoming Hits Record Representation

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Okoboji, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Iowa Great Lakes Chamber of Commerce says it was a record for the 2026 University of Okoboji Homecoming. Program Director Morgan Strauss says 26 states and two countries were represented in the Triathlon, Team Triathlon, Half Marathon, 5k, and 10k.

 

 

Next year’s Homecoming races are already scheduled for July 17th.
The 35th annual University of Okoboji Octoberfest Bike Ride is Saturday September 27th.

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