2025 Iowa Fall Festivals (Article)
Take an autumn adventure to one of these fall events.
Take an autumn adventure to one of these fall events.
Embrace the changing of the seasons by treating yourself to a weekend getaway to Sioux City.
Track your autumn adventures on this bingo card!
Founded in 1857 and known for its Fourth of July celebration, fall festival and holiday festival of lights. Quaint city park with gazebo. Original county courthouse houses a museum. Year-round outdoor fun at the Littlefield Recreation Area. The 21-mi...
Wiegert Prairie Farmstead is an old 1800's farmstead . The Wiegert farm is a historic pioneer era farmstead that never had electricity or running water and was farmed with horses. Stepping onto the farmstead is like stepping back in time 100 year...
Lorimor, located approximately 14 miles northeast of Afton, was founded in 1887 when local farmer, J.S. Lorimor, was approached by agents of the Chicago Great Western Railroad and asked to sell a portion of his land to be used to construct the new tr...
A favorite tourist stop in Southeast Iowa is the Kalona Historical Village, where 12 restored historical buildings are filled with interesting and informative displays depicting the years the pioneers settled the Iowa prairies. You will also be able ...
From historic bridges that provide a romantic movie-setting to American film stars, Madison County has it all.
Get ready for a month filled with autumnal delights, family fun, and, of course, pumpkins galore! We are thrilled to announce the season opening of the 2025 Pumpkin Patch at Pinter’s Garden & Pumpkins. This year promises to be bigger, better, a...
Guthrie Center was plated in 1856. The first railroad to be built in Guthrie County was the “narrow gauge” railroad. Must Do’s There are many locally shops located in Guthrie Center including, Art on State, Bean Armory, Cabbage Ro...
Must Do's Surrounded by the hills of the beautiful Turkey River valley, Elkader offers a relaxing escape. Explore local history at the George Maier Rural Heritage Center, Carter House Museum, Earthmoving Legacy Center and Motor Mill Historic Site...
The locally owned brewery is known for serving locally brewed, hand-crafted, high quality, distinctive beers. We are making more beer than ever in our new historic building. We have guest chefs on the weekends, a ballroom circa 1896 and annual festiv...
Peaceful and gentle - but also high-flying and thrilling.
Harvestville Farm is a fifth-generation farm located in the heart of farm country in rural Southeast Iowa featuring Farm to Table diners and flower festivals in the spring/summer. In fall we feature over 40 acres of pumpkins, a 12 acre corn maze and ...
Beer fulfills our purpose. It cultivates our community of free-spirits, oddballs and outsiders. It ties us together and builds our festivities. The product of an unparalleled commitment to innovation and quality, it's our labor of love for our uncomm...
Plan your Iowa fall getaway with 10 outdoor attractions including state parks, orchards, scenic drives, and seasonal festivals for all ages.
John Bloom a DeWitt native was an artist - painting, sketching, carving and creating lithographs in the Regionalist style. Bloom participated in Grant Wood's Stone City Art Colony of 1932-33, where he worked alongside Wood, his mentor. Original work...
Join the Cedar Falls Historical Society on Big Woods Lake's north shore for ice harvesting demonstrations, ice carving, activities for kids, snow shoeing, blacksmithing demonstrations, ice fishing presentations, and more! The event will take plac...
Los Catrines Mexican Kitchen, opened in fall 2022, has added vibrant flavor and culture to Main Street. With a lively atmosphere, bold artwork adorning every booth and wall, and a warm, welcoming staff, it’s more than just a restaurant—it...
Find your favorite tunes and genres with Iowa's best music festivals.
December 5–14 | Siouxland Community Community Theatre (Thursday, Friday, & Saturday shows at 7:00 p.m., Sunday shows at 2:00 p.m.) Experience the magic of Bedford Falls like never before. Set inside a 1940s radio studio, this charming retelling...
Marion is one of the Midwest’s fastest growing cities – and one of the youngest per capita. We pride ourselves on being the best place in Iowa to raise a family and grow a business. This is a place where people work smarter, set lofty go...
Millstream Brewing Co. handcrafts award-winning beers and soda daily. Come visit and enjoy a sample of medal winning beers or soda. Sip a beer in our outdoor biergarten or tap room and get a insider's view of our brewing and bottling process. The br...
The Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress are bringing a new holiday tradition to Ottumwa. The inaugural Ottumwa WinterFest will take place at the Southeast Iowa Sports Center and span a full week of festive fun. With the tagline “Ice, Lights, a...
Visit one of these six communities for a cultural vacation, right here in Iowa.
One Weekend, Three Iowa Parks: Knob State Park, Beed's Lake State Park, and Lime Creek Nature Center.
The 2026 Earth Day Festival will be held from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25th in the Community Building AND Danan Lansing Building at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds in Decorah, IA. Join Winneshiek County Conservation and community par...
Get ready to geek out in the best way possible. Whether you’re wrangling curious kids, hanging out with friends or looking for surprisingly fun date ideas, the Science Center of Iowa is packed with exciting things to do and see.
Located in rural southwest Iowa, Hot Air Brewing showcases a wide range of craft beers while providing a third space hang-out for community members and their families. Founded by Katie Davidson and Andy Rullestad, Hot Air is named for Creston’s...
Established in 2024, KUD Dukat is a folklore dance group based in Iowa. This collective comprises individuals of diverse ages and genders who showcase the traditional folk dances from the Balkan regions. The primary objective of this non-profit organ...
Osborne’s Future Annual Festival Listening Sessions Nov. 25th – 6pm Dec. 15th – 6pm Jan. 15th – 6pm Feb. 6th – 10am Clayton County Conservation Center For half a century, pioneer vendors and demonstrators have brought the early 1800s to life, maki...
Osborne’s Future Annual Festival Listening Sessions Nov. 25th – 6pm Dec. 15th – 6pm Jan. 15th – 6pm Feb. 6th – 10am Clayton County Conservation Center For half a century, pioneer vendors and demonstrators have brought the early 1800s to life, maki...
Osborne’s Future Annual Festival Listening Sessions Nov. 25th – 6pm Dec. 15th – 6pm Jan. 15th – 6pm Feb. 6th – 10am Clayton County Conservation Center For half a century, pioneer vendors and demonstrators have brought the early 1800s to life, maki...
Last Saturday in April each year. What is King’s Day? The Dutch celebrate King Willem Alexander's birthday, King's Day(or Koningsdag in Dutch). Being the most highly celebrated holiday in the Netherlands, King's Day holds a special ...
Gorgeous farm scenery, mom and pop shops, one-of-a-kind restaurants, amazing murals and museums among some of the oldest towns in Iowa.
Must Do's Nicknamed "The Pocket City," McGregor is nestled between the Mississippi River and its surrounding river bluffs. Take in the Driftless Area's unique scenery by visiting one of the overlooks at Pikes Peak State Park. Spend ...
From light displays to cultural festivities, embrace the holiday season and celebrate with these family activities happening across Iowa.
Celebrate the season with holiday magic in Uptown Ankeny! Miracle On 3rd Street from 5-7:30pm on Friday, December 12th! Holiday festivities will take place along SW 3rd Street, Walnut, Maple, and Cherry Streets in Uptown Ankeny, surrounded by over 50...
Bevington is located adjacent to Interstate 35 on state Highway 92 along Middle River. The majority of the city is located in Madison County. Bevington was laid out in 1872. It was named for C. D. Bevington, a prominent local businessman. It's ho...
Get ready for a brand-new wave of holiday magic at Festive Farmstead! Our Musical Holiday Light Show is packed with dancing lights, color-filling arches, glowing trees, and surprises synced to your favorite festive music. This is a Park and Watch exp...
Held among the spectacular rivers and bluffs of the Driftless Region in Northeastern Iowa, the Oneota Film Festival, OFF, brings compelling, innovative, and inspiring films and filmmakers to Decorah, Iowa, from around the globe. Through films that il...
When the leaves begin to change colors and crisp autumn scents fill the air, it means one thing... It is time for our Villages of Van Buren Scenic Drive Festival and it is going to be a weekend to remember! Arts and crafts vendors, antique vendors, a...
Welcome to the Ottumwa International Film Festival, a vibrant celebration of cinema held at the stunning Bridge View Center theater on March 20 and 21, 2026. Over the course of two days, we will showcase an eclectic mix of short and feature films fro...
The 2021 Summer Festival features Sondheim's Sweeney Todd, Tchaikovsky's The Queen of Spades, Rameau's Platée, Spears/Pierce's Fellow Travelers and The John Holiday Experience.
When the cold arrives, Clear Lake knows how to celebrate the season in style. This lake community embraces its frozen waters by turning the ice into the ultimate event space – where anglers fish, snowmobiles glide and kites fly.
The whole family will enjoy these holiday displays.
ALMA Mercantile is keeping the festive spirit going all season long! Join them every Thursday evening after Thanksgiving for late-night shopping and simple, cozy holiday crafts to make your home feel extra merry. The Second Craft Night is Thursday - ...
Have fun all weekend with Kids Games, Dog Show, Pioneer Museum Open House, Live Entertainment, Flea market, New Vendors, Crafters, and more. Color Run on Saturday at Indian Lake Park and Kenny Hamburg Car Show on Sunday. FREE Strawberries and Ice Cre...
Join us for a Woodland Winter as you stroll through beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and tabletop trees and all the decorative items, many of which are hand-crafted by area residents. There will also be special performances from local music and ...
Loess Hills Lavender Farm offers a gift shop with all hand made lavender products, teas and luncheon options. The third weekend in July is our annual Lavender Stock festival where visitors can cut a lavender bundle, attend a craft class, enjoy live m...
Located at 1109 2nd Street in Perry, Iowa. Atelier at 1109 is a space to create, not a place to work. This artist co-op features art in stained glass, blown glass, fiber and textiles, as well as relief printing, and silk screen printing. Join us for ...
Small time festival, big time experiences! BedfordFest is a festival that offers something for everyone. A vendor fair lines the brick streets of Main Street with plenty of options to fulfill your shopping needs. From antiques to clothing to a blind ...
Get into the holiday spirit and earn some good karma at Fat Hill Brewing’s Annual Christmas Quiz! They will test you and your team’s knowledge of all things festive in this friendly competition. It’s all for a great cause, too. Sinc...
Must Do's This thriving business community also offers a variety of outdoor recreation and entertainment opportunities for all ages to enjoy. Lake Mills is home to the Winnebago County Freedom Rock, a breathtaking Arlington Veterans Park, downtow...
Brunch with Santa Saturdays & Sundays, November 29 – December 21 and Monday & Tuesday, December 22 & 23 Gather family and friends for a festive morning filled with laughter, good food, and time with Santa himself. Enjoy a hearty brunch buffet o...
Make holiday magic this season at Center Grove Orchard’s Winter Wonderland — where Christmas lights glow, cocoa warms your hands, and every visit feels like stepping into a festive postcard. Celebrate the season with enchanting experiences for all a...
This FREE event features films from all over the world. Short and feature length films on a wide variety of subjects, not just farming. Just like the film pioneers that came before us, the mission of the Farm to Film Fest (F2F) is to engage and enter...
Celebrate the season with Orchestra Iowa’s Holiday Spectacular—a grand tradition filled with joyful music and festive cheer! Carefully and creatively crafted by Maestro Hankewich, this heartwarming concert features the full symphony, chorus, and yout...
Holiday Spectacular Celebrate the season with Orchestra Iowa’s Holiday Spectacular—a grand tradition filled with joyful music and festive cheer! Carefully and creatively crafted by Maestro Hankewich, this heartwarming concert features the full symph...
On the second weekend in June, visitors and entertainers from around the world will converge in Clarinda, Iowa, the Birthplace of Glenn Miller, to celebrate the music and memory of Alton Glenn Miller- American bandleader, trombonist, composer and arr...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Holiday Spectacular Celebrate the season with Orchestra Iowa’s Holiday Spectacular—a grand tradition filled with joyful music and festive cheer! Carefully and creatively crafted by Maestro Hankewich, this heartwarming concert features the full symph...
Dome for the Holidays returns in 2025 bigger and better, showcased throughout our transformed tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House. Bring the whole family to our lush oasis and enjoy a dynamic display of thousands of twinkling lights, festi...
Celebrate the season with Orchestra Iowa’s Holiday Spectacular—a grand tradition filled with joyful music and festive cheer! Carefully and creatively crafted by Maestro Hankewich, this heartwarming concert features the full symphony, chorus, and yout...
Enjoy this annual, free concert of favorite Christmas carols played by 40+ tuba and euphoniums. Tuba and euphonium players are encouraged to participate. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. at St. John Auditorium with rehearsal at 2 p.m. Dress festively...
Experience the adrenaline of your feet lifting off the ground and admire Iowa's beauty from breath-taking heights.
Some pretty awesome stuff, made by some pretty awesome people from Jewell, IA. We offer over 70 different bath and body care products, a full line of home décor and apparel. We proudly sell our products online, in our brick and mortar shop and...
Designated as one of Iowa's "Great Places," Perry boasts a combination of arts, history, culture, commerce and recreation, unmatched to any other of its size! Perry's walkable downtown is home to more than 30 buildings on the Nation...
Whether you’re on a girlfriends' getaway, shopping for a special gift, or just wanting to sample some local color, you’ll find that these shopping districts are tourist destinations in their own right.
Enjoy unique vendors, delicious food, and cultural festivities while you shop for the perfect gift at Iowa's best holiday markets happening this winter season.
Loaded with nostalgia, charm, comedy, music, and magic, A Magical Cirque Christmas showcases the world’s top cirque talent and takes audiences on a dazzling, winter wonderland journey, immersing them in the spirit of the season with a feel-good...
Holiday Craft Series: Dried Orange Ornaments Join ALMA Mercantile on Thursday – December 18th from 5 PM to 6:30 PM for another cozy evening of late night shopping and holiday crafting! This week, you’ll be making dried orange ornaments, a...
Bloomsbury Farm is an Agritourism destination located in Atkins, IA. We host seasonal festivals throughout the year, corporate events, field trips, and more! We strive to provide a family farm for the community to feel connected to, and a place for f...
Iowa communities celebrate their multicultural heritage with festivals throughout the year.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is ... painting and beers! Join us for a holiday bar crawl with a creative twist — we’re kicking things off at the Art Center with an elf-themed paint-by-number project before making our way to five ...
Rocky Mountain High Experience®, A John Denver Christmas starring Rick Schuler, America’s Top John Denver Tribute, is an intimate experience that will take you back to the ’70s when John Denver’s music permeated the radio airways. Rick's enchanting ...
Nothing illustrates perseverance quite like Iowa's historic theaters.
If you like to hike and want an incredible view, you have to see this cabin! Perched atop a loess bluff, the front porch of the cabin overlooks the Big Sioux River and Missouri River valleys. This one-room cabin with a lofted bed and futon, sleeps 3...