Central Emporium

03/26/2025

Vacation Okoboji got some great photos of our progress!

02/21/2025

🚧✨ Progress Update: The New Elevator at Central Emporium! ✨🚧

We're excited to share a construction update on the new elevator! This upgrade will make accessing all levels of the Emporium easier and more convenient than ever before. 👏🔝

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance the shopping experience.

02/07/2025

✨ Exciting News! ✨

We are thrilled to announce Mullets will be at the Central Emporium! 🍽️🎉

🎉 Exciting News, Okoboji! 🎉
The rumors are true! One of Des Moines favorite restaurants is coming to Okoboji this spring! We will be lakeside at The Central Emporium in the lower level former Gardens location!

02/01/2025

We have some exciting new changes coming for this summer!

The highly anticipated sale of several properties owned by Parks Marina has closed. Among them... Okoboji Boat Works, O'Farrell Sisters, and the Central Emporium. For the first time, we hear from the Emporium's new owner to learn more about the future of this historic attraction.

09/10/2024

Get ready for our biggest sales of the season!

08/30/2024

Bring on the long weekend! Come shop in-store deals, stock up on ‘Boji goodies, and dine with us as we get ready to say farewell to summer 👋

08/28/2024

Mark your calendars for our end of season sales happening September 14-16th!

In the meantime, we’re open daily 👋

08/06/2024

So much Okoboji style at Boji Gear - stock up before summer is over! 💛

Stores are open until 7 tonight! ☺️

08/01/2024

STORE SPOTLIGHT‼️Check out Dellapina, located in the lower level of Central Emporium. Discover the beauty of Peru right here in Okoboji! Visit Marcy Costello’s store for exquisite homemade sterling silver jewelry, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, and charms. Don’t miss their Alpaca goods and lake-themed treasures. If you have a specific design in mind, Marcy can create a custom piece just for you!

07/29/2024

TAX FREE weekend is coming up! Stock up on Okoboji goodness at Momma G’s T-Shirt Boutique & other stores without worrying about tax!

But why wait until the weekend? Our stores are open every day & closing at 7 tonight! 🙌🏼

07/27/2024

Dive into our delicious acai bowls at the lower level of The Central Emporium!🍌🫐🍓

Open daily!

07/25/2024

Beat the heat and come shop with us! Grab a treat from Tropical Sno next door on your way!🍧