COVID-19 Cancels University of Okoboji Marathon By charguth April 20, 2021 5:27 am Saga Communications Okoboji, IA (KICD)– Areas runners looking to take part in a local competitive run this summer will be out of luck in the Iowa Great Lakes Area this summer. The news was released Monday noting the University of Okoboji Marathon, Triathlon , Half Marathon and 10K Run scheduled for July 17th have been called off for this year. Organizers cite safety concerns for participants, volunteers and spectators surrounding the continued effect of COVID-19. The event was first held in 1978 with organizers having a clear commitment to bringing it back in 2022.