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Dubuque Farmers Market  (Place)

Location: Dubuque

Dubuque Farmers Market Since 1858 The Dubuque Farmers’ Market has been located in the Upper Main District around City Hall since 1858. The market stretches over three city blocks on Iowa Street and extends up and down 11th, 12th, and 13th stree...

Waverly Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Waverly

May 4 - Oct 19 every Saturday 8:30 a.m. - Noon

Maquoketa Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Maquoketa

Weekly Farmers Market on Tuesdays mid-May to mid-October. 4-6 p.m. at the Glovik Community Park, Downtown Maquoketa. Variety of vendors showcasing produce, baked goods, jam & jellies. All products are locally grown or made. Live entertainment as well...

Decorah Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Decorah

FIND LOCAL FOOD AND GOODS The Decorah Farmers Market is the best place to find local food and goods from Northeast Iowa’s small producers and artisans. The outdoor market takes place May through October on Wednesday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 6 ...

Bondurant Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Bondurant

The Bondurant Farmers Market is held rain or shine every Wednesday evening May through October. Market hours are 6:00-8:00 p.m. but shift slightly (5:30 p.m. to dark) in the late season to accommodate earlier sunsets. Our vendors are a great mix of l...

Fairfield Farmers market (Place)

Location: Fairfield

Fairfield Farmer's Market features local produce, flowers, and garden plants, along with handcrafted items and tasty treats.

Adel Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Adel

Every Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. @ Dallas County Fairgrounds 28057 Fairground Rd, Adel, IA 50003 Come enjoy Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Homemade Ice Cream, Handmade items, and plants/flowers. Along with kids' corner with an assortment of items made by...

Freight House Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Davenport

About the Freight House Farmers Market The Freight House Farmers Market is a nonprofit organization operating a year-round farmers market out of the historic Freight House Market Place on the riverfront in Davenport, IA. There is a rich history of fa...

Mason City Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Mason City

The Mason City Farmers Market runs every Saturday from June-October and select Saturdays during the winter. Come to Central Park from 9 a.m.-Noon to find meat, veggies, eggs, baked goods and artisanal goods that you have come to expect from this mark...

Farmers Market Council Bluffs (Place)

Location: Council Bluffs

Discover Farmers Market Council Bluffs featuring fresh local produce, handmade goods, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun in the heart of our community. Located in Bayliss Park, FMCB showcases both seasonal and weekly vendors every Thursday e...

Muscatine Area Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Muscatine

The Muscatine Area Farmers Market is inviting the public to join them at their Indoor Spring Market on Saturday, March 29 from 10am-2pm at the Muscatine Mall located at 1903 Park Avenue in Muscatine, Iowa. The market is expected to have 60+ vendors f...

Welcome Center Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Missouri Valley

The Welcome Center Farmers Market will be held every Thursday from May 15 through October 16, 2025. The hours are 3:30 to 6:30. Our farmers market has something for everyone!! We have kid's activities twice a month. We feature sip and dip with Io...

Orange City Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Orange City

The Orange City Farmers Market provides access to fresh produce, homemade food and other locally produced products. We invite you to downtown Orange City to enjoy our town and all we have to offer every Saturday morning. This year we will be inviting...

Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Ankeny

The Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market is held every Saturday from May 23rd through September 26th at the beautiful, weather-proof Ankeny Market & Pavilion facility (715 W 1st Street) from 8am-noon. During market hours, an average of 55 local vendors sell ...

Fort Dodge Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Fort Dodge

This long standing market has over twenty five vendors who sell a variety of local seasonal produce, baked goods, honey, farm fresh eggs, fresh cut flowers, home canned products and locally made gifts including candles, jewelry, clothing, home decor ...

Madison County Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Winterset

Located in the heart of Winterset, Iowa, the Madison County Farmer’s Market is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown produce, handmade goods, and a vibrant community experience. Every week, our market brings together farmers, artisans...

Red Oak Farmers Market (Place)

Location: Red Oak

The Red Oak Farmers Market features locally grown, home baked, handcrafted items from local vendors. We are a group of like-minded farmers, home bakers, and crafters that believe in bringing the community together to shop and socialize. Markets are t...

DeWitt Farmers Market (Place)

Location: De Witt

The DeWitt (Iowa) Farmers Market is more than just a place to shop—it’s a place to gather and connect with the local community. We emphasize fresh, local produce, friendly conversations, and a supportive atmosphere for local farmers and artisans. Ou...

The Community Farmers Market of Pleasant Hill (Place)

Location: Pleasant Hill

The Community Farmers Market of Pleasant Hill is a central Iowa open air growers market that is open every Monday from June through the end of August, currently the only Des Moines Metro area Monday Market. Pleasant Hill is a young town, incorporated...

Kossuth County Farmers' Market (Place)

Location: Algona

The Kossuth County Farmers Market is season market held on the Carnegie Lawn in Algona, located on the corner of Dodge Street and Nebraska Street by the Dairy Queen. Local growers, bakers and makers bring the best fresh produce, jams, jelly, maple sy...

Storm Lake Farmers' Market  (Place)

Location: Storm Lake

The Storm Lake Farmers' Market is held Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings and runs from June 14th until October 25th. The market is located in parking lot "C" on Erie Street in downtown. As you wander past the stalls you will fin...

Ames Main Street Farmers' Market (Place)

Location: Ames

The Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market is one of Central Iowa’s most beloved seasonal destinations, bringing Historic Downtown Ames to life every Saturday morning from May 2 through October 17, 2026 with 95 plus vendors each week. Visitors ...

Manchester Farmer's Market (Place)

Location: Manchester

Farmers Market is a fantastic place to learn about your community's food system, give local small businesses your support, and enjoy fresh, healthful food. Located behind Bushel & A Peck on River St. Manchester, IA. Rain or Shine!

Prairie City Farmer and Makers Market (Place)

Location: Prairie City

Local producer and maker market held on Thursday evenings from 5 to 7pm along the west side of our downtown park, Garden Square.

Stuart Farmer's Market (Place)

Location: Stuart

Stuart Iowa's Farmer's Market occurs every Wednesday from May 22, 2024 through October 16, 2024. The market opens at 4:30 p.m. and closes at 6:30 p.m. There are no early sales, thus giving everyone the chance to buy available goods at the ope...

Fresh & Local Farmers' Markets (Article)

Favorite Iowa farmers' markets with fresh produce, arts and crafts, live music and friendly faces.

Highway 141 Garage Sale (Event)

Location: City of Manning, IA
Event Date: 08/07/2026 - 08/08/2026

Highway 141 garage sale held on the first Friday and Saturday of August, stretching more than 100 miles from Grimes to Mapleton. Bargains galore! To set up a stand in Manning contact the Chamber at chamber@manningia.com.

Lyons Neighborhood Shopping District (Place)

Location: Clinton

Historic Lyons District offers shopping, eating, live music, farmers' market and special events, the Mississippi River and historic sites. Check website for all the stores and events.

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Pennies on the Rail (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 08/20/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! As fresh as a pulled rutebaga but not as stinky, Pennies on the Rail retu...

Prairie City (Cities)

Location: Jasper County

Enjoy four beautiful parks, the annual Prairie Days celebration in late June and the farmers market on Thursdays in the summer. Dine at Sisters of the Heart Tearoom or Goldie's Restaurant and Ice Cream Shoppe. The Prairie City Historical Societ...

State Center (Cities)

Location: Marshall County

Iowa's Rose Capital since 1958, State Center hosts a three-day Rose Festival in June and a farmers market with entertainment on summer Thursday nights. Visit historical attractions such as an 1869 township school, barber shop museum, Watson's...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 08/13/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 05/21/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 05/28/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 06/04/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 06/11/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 06/18/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 06/25/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 07/02/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 07/09/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 07/16/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 07/23/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 07/30/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 08/06/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 08/20/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 08/27/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 09/03/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 09/10/2026 - 09/11/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 09/24/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Music in the Junction (Event)

Location: Railroad Park - Valley Junction
Event Date: 09/17/2026

THURSDAYS ONLY: Valley Junction is THE place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights May through September. This weekly concert series happens in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market in Railroad Park. The beverage garden opens a...

Fairfield (Cities)

Location: Jefferson County

Recently named by Smithsonian Magazine as one of America’s best small towns, Fairfield is big on culture and thriving on creativity. Fairfield lives like a metropolitan community, earning distinctions such as one of Iowa’s “Great Pl...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Tim Smith: The Lone Sole (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 08/13/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! In homage to the wandering poets, the seekers of truth, the narrators, an...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Henry Eicher (Event)

Location: Central Park Bandstand
Event Date: 10/01/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Henry Eicher, a local songwriter who writes his own songs of faith, love,...

Beringer Family Farms Farm Store  (Place)

Location: Cascade

The goal with our farm store is to be a local “one stop shop” farmers market featuring our farm fresh beef, pork, chicken, eggs, baked goods, homemade breads, seasonal produce, milk, cheese, yogurt, maple syrup, honey, and more! All of th...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Chad Harl Acoustic (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 06/18/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! From Southeast Iowa, Chad has brought his signature soulful vocals and gu...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Going Places  (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 07/09/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Going Places delivers an extensive repertoire of originals and covers spa...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Ryne Doughty (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 09/03/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Ryne Doughty, a Folk/Americana singer-songwriter born and raised in Washi...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring The Boys (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 05/28/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! This Week: THE BOYS The Boys, as these hillbilly rock stars bring to the ...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring The Ballyhoo Boys (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 06/11/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! The Ballyhoo Boys is a traditional jazz band. Their music is straight out...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Just Us Girls (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 08/06/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Just Us Girls is an area non-profit vocal ensemble group of women from th...

Columbus Junction (Cities)

Location: Louisa County

Visit the "Lover's Leap" swinging bridge, constructed more than 100 years ago. Enjoy a vibrant downtown with unique shops and restaurants, from custom knitting to authentic tacos. Nearby natural areas include the Iowa River Water Trail,...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Fairfield Jazz Band (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 07/02/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! The Fairfield Jazz Band is led by Jim Edgeton, the Fairfield Jazz Band co...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Mad Creek Mudcats (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 07/23/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! A a six-piece traditional jazz ensemble, the Mad Creek Mudcats specialize...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Jack Norton (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 08/27/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Travel back in time with Emmy Award winning songwriter Jack Norton for a ...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring That Heartwarming Music (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 09/24/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Tamara Belland of That Heartwarming Music shares familiar heartwarming so...

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Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Jazz On A Lower Level (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 09/10/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Jazz On A Lower Level is a Jazz trio organized by Gary McCurdy aka The Tu...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring David Zollo (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 09/17/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! David Zollo is an American singer, songwriter, author, and recording arti...

Kozi Pie Shoppe (Place)

Location: Decorah

We’re more than just a bakery, we’re also a full-service restaurant! We put the focus on sourcing local ingredients and providing sustainable wages for all of our employees. What started in our kitchen and selling at farmers markets, has ...

Bayliss Park and Veterans Plaza (Place)

Location: Council Bluffs

This downtown green space is a hub for family activity. The park includes a fountain, performance space, an interactive water feature with child-activated sprays and other child-friendly, touchable art. The park is home to seasonal events like Farmer...

Lori Ann's Candies (Place)

Location: Cedar Rapids

At Lori Ann's Candies we provide a variety of truffles, candy bars, turtles and other wonderful creations. The chocolate we use for coating our confections is a dark milk chocolate, it is not too sweet and not too bitter. It is creamy and delicious. ...

The Olde Creamery Clear Lake (Place)

Location: Clear Lake

The Olde Creamery is a small town ice cream and gift shop with big city options: the family-owned business's offerings include premium ice cream, old-fashioned soda, candy, gifts, creamery goods, apparel and much more!  They offer dairy free, gluten ...

Bode's Moonlight Gardens (Place)

Location: Algona

Bode's Moonlight Gardens offers a u-pick pumpkin patch in a natural farm setting just outside of Algona, Iowa. Find a wide variety of pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, plus small pumpkins and gourds and squash. The farm is open on Saturdays and Sunda...

Shop Fresh: Iowa Farm Stores You Can Visit (Article)

Explore Iowa’s best farm stores and agricultural attractions, from lavender fields to sustainable homesteads. Discover fresh local produce, handmade goods, farm tours and one-of-a-kind rural experiences in Iowa.

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Cedar County Cobras (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 07/16/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Cedar County Cobras arrive with an upright bass, foot drum, and several g...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring pFat Back Boys (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 07/30/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! The pFat Back Boys are an acoustic trio featuring Joe Nichols, along with...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 07/04/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 07/18/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 08/01/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 08/15/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 09/05/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 09/19/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 10/03/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 06/06/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

SCI Solar Party (Event)

Location: Science Center of Iowa
Event Date: 06/20/2026

SCI Solar Parties offer visitors a safe, up-close look at our nearest star! Join SCI staff and volunteers on the first and third Saturdays of each month during the Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market as we explore the Sun using specially filtered sola...

Uptown Ankeny (Place)

Location: Ankeny

Visit Uptown Ankeny, the neighborhood where Ankeny was born! Spend the day shopping, dining, and exploring the unique collection of small businesses who make their home in Uptown Ankeny. You will find shops, coffee, breweries, great food, and local a...

Cultivate Community (Event)

Location: Glenwood Town Square
Event Date: 08/05/2026

An family friendly evening celebration 5 to 8 p.m. on the beautiful town square that includes Farmer's Market, kids activities, car show, bounce houses and a splash area.

Fortress Farms (Place)

Location: Wesley

Fortress Farms is a veteran-owned, family run farm near Algona, IA. We raise and sell pastured products-eggs, chicken, and pork. We also create and sell nourishing goat's milk soap and other bath and body products. Fortress Farms is regularly fou...

One Farm Market (Place)

Location: Logan

Visit One Farm Market, our local foods store on Main Street in Logan, Iowa. We sell One Farm produce along with vegetables, fruits and herbs from other growers as well as meat - lamb, beef, pork, bison, chicken and sometimes Alaskan wild-caught socke...

River City Street Rods - 50th Annual Car Show (Event)

Location: Central Park
Event Date: 06/06/2026

Come celebrate River City Street Rods 50th Annual Car Show on Saturday – June 6th, at Central Park in Mason City! This show is open to all makes and models. Enjoy a day filled with classic cars, custom builds, and vintage rides as car enthusias...

Algona (Cities)

Location: Kossuth County

Must Do's Dive into the community's history by learning about the World War II POW camp that housed more than 8,000 Germans and Italians. Sample locally-made wines at Plum Creek Winery. If you're visiting between June and October, be sure...

Thursday Night Live Free Summer Concert Series: Featuring Studio E (Event)

Location: Central Park bandstand
Event Date: 06/04/2026

Get ready for an electrifying summer of music and community spirit with the Washington Chamber of Commerce’s “Thursday Night Live” 2026 summer concert series! Experience captivating routines performed by members of our recreational ...

Harrison County Historical Village & Welcome Center (Place)

Location: Missouri Valley

The Harrison County Historical Village and Welcome Center is uniquely located on two national scenic byways - the Loess Hills National Scenic Byway and the Iowa Lincoln Highway National Heritage Byway - and on one state byway - the Western Skies Scen...

Timberline East RV Campground - Newton, Iowa (Place)

Location: Newton

Timberline East RV Campground is located in Newton, Iowa. Our park is open year-round and easily located off I-80 and across from the Iowa Speedway, We are the campground of choice for Indy/NASCAR race fans and Central Iowans looking for a slowcation...

2026 Charles City Art-a-Fest (Event)

Location: Central Park, Charles City, Iowa
Event Date: 08/15/2026

Charles City Art-a-Fest will Celebrate 53 Years in 2026! Saturday, August 15th, 9am-3pm Art-a-Fest is all about uniting people and enhancing our community through art. It showcases cultural and artistic diversity, gets local residents engaged, and su...

Avoca (Cities)

Location: Pottawattamie County

This lively community has restored much of its historic downtown including a streetscape by the Pottawattamie County courthouse. Other destinations include the Sweet Vale of Avoca Museum, Countryview Golf and Grille, Splash Aquatic Center, and a sea...

Yale (Cities)

Location: Guthrie County

Yale was platted in 1882 and is named after its founder, Milo Yale. Outdoor Adventures & Exciting Eateries Stop by Mickey’s in Yale for a bite to eat! Mickey’s is located right on main street. Community Highlights Yale is known for th...

Cartwright Market (Place)

Location: Marshalltown

Experience the charm of our local farmer's market! Discover a vibrant selection of fresh vegetables, plants, delicious baked goods, unique handmade crafts, natural personal care products, and more. We have live music every market and host monthly...

Pepperharrow Farm (Place)

Location: Winterset

Our twenty-acre flower farm is cozied on the bluffs above Middle River Valley surrounded by the covered bridges of Madison County, Iowa. Located outside of Des Moines, this beautiful piece of land is home to our family, three dogs, nine cats (who lov...

New Bohemia District (NewBo) – Cedar Rapids’ Creative Core (Place)

Location: Cedar Rapids

Experience the heartbeat of Cedar Rapids in the New Bohemia District—affectionately known as NewBo. This revitalized neighborhood, rooted in Czech heritage, has transformed into a dynamic hub for arts, culture, and community. Highlights: NewBo City ...