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Take an autumn adventure to one of these fall events.

Last Call Before Fall event is full of Fall themed seasonal activities, food, and fun for every member of the family Last Call Before Fall festival on Saturday, September 27, taking place on State Street in downtown Algona from 4 – 7 p.m. It is...

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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...

Kick off the Fall Season with over 75 vendors, family activities, 8-acre corn maze, food trucks, live music and more at the 5th Annual Fall Market! Purchase pumpkins, gourds, mums and unique fall décor to help make your home or business fall f...

Embrace the changing of the seasons by treating yourself to a weekend getaway to Sioux City.

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...

Get ready for Waverly’s Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 20th from 9 AM to 3 PM! Enjoy a day of shopping at local retailers featuring fall fashion, seasonal décor, and more. Family activities include Mini Hands on the Farm with the W-SR F...

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.

Harvest Festival – A Fall Celebration!Date: Sunday, September 7th ? Time: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 Pp.m. Location: Bella Terre Vineyard & Reception Hall Celebrate the beauty of fall with a fun-filled day for the whole family! Join us for our Har...

Known as a celebration of storytelling, the Cedar River Film Festival showcases films from both established and emerging filmmakers in the heart of Cedar Falls. Held annually at the historic Oster Regent Theatre, the festival brings together passiona...

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...

The Refocus Film Festival will include dozens of films, conversations, performances, and art inspired by the work of adaptation, transforming one art form into another. The festival will take place primarily in FilmScene's five theaters at the Ch...

Polka, Smiles, Laughter, Brats And yes, you read that correctly, it will be FOUR days this year to celebrate our 60th Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies! The countdown is on and preparations are underway! Parade, live music, great food, brews, dancing...

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.

The festival will take-over RiverLoop Expo Plaza and more, and will feature some of the best food truck vendors from throughout the region.

This list of autumn adventures will give you and your family hours of fall fun.

Join the African American Museum of Iowa as we commemorate Juneteenth with our annual festival! This year we will be at NewBo City Market from from 11-5 p.m. on Saturday, June 14. This highly anticipated festival will include: live music and performa...

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...

Dad’s Rock Festival will not be your typical Summer Night’s Live Concert—it will be a high experience celebration of everything that makes dads (and the people who love them) legendary. Held over Father’s Day weekend in Indian...

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...

The Interrobang Film Festival, presented by Des Moines Arts Festival, is a three-day IMDb-verified Festival. It is a juried show, including public showings and talkbacks with Directors. The Interrobang Film Festival will feature approximately 50 film...

Thirty plus balloons in races, plus a parade with a marching band contest, and competition after. You can also find a craft and flea market, Art Festival, balloon night glow, food booths and so much more.

Please join us for the 2025 Madison County Covered Bridge Festival, an annual celebration of Madison County's history, heritage and covered bridges, and our most popular event of the year! The two-day festival features old-time craft demonstratio...

Don't miss the inaugural Burlington Jazz Festival in historic downtown Burlington! With two unforgettable days of free, live jazz performances and community celebration, the Burlington Jazz Festival will feature a wide range of talent — fro...

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...

Oskaloosa Main Street's annual Sweet Corn Serenade brings over 3,000 people to downtown Oskaloosa for fresh-cooked sweet corn and live music. This year's festival will happen July 24th from 12 p.m. - 9 p.m., and will include a craft and vendo...

Join us for a long-time favorite community event! Oskaloosa Main Street’s annual Sweet Corn Serenade brings over 3,000 people to downtown Oskaloosa for fresh-cooked sweet corn and live music. This year’s festival will happen July 24, 2025...

Find your favorite tunes and genres with Iowa's best music festivals.

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...

Visit one of these six communities for a cultural vacation, right here in Iowa.

Make it a weekend to remember by exploring not one, not two, but three parks!

The Chamber and Development Council of Crawford County (CDC) and the Crawford County Women in Business Impact Organization (WIBIO) are excited to bring you another year of Hot Summer Nights. This year, the event will include TWO mini festivals held i...

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...

Every year, Webster City comes alive with the magic of the holiday season, as the entire community unites to create a festive celebration full of joy and warmth. Local organizations, families, and businesses come together, transforming the town into ...

They really will be dancing in the streets at the 8th annual Old Couch Music Fest at the Capitol! This epic night of outdoor music, food and fun is FREE for all ages; cold beer and delicious food available for purchase. Featuring: The Tap Root Wrangl...

From light displays to cultural festivities, embrace the holiday season and celebrate with these family activities happening across Iowa.

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 ...

Founded in 2007, the Iowa Independent Film Festival (IIFF) brings independent films, unique documentaries and student productions from local, national and international filmmakers as well as prominent actors, producers and directors. Each year's ...

Enjoy a kids day full of games, music and more.

Please join the Madison County Chamber of Commerce as it hosts the 3rd annual Paint Madison County (A Plein Air Festival). The public can visit over 24 curated artists as they artistically capture the gems of Madison County. Activities and locations ...

June 13 – 29, 2025 at Lower City Park - 7:30 p.m. All shows free – no ticket reservation required Synopsis: For our 40th production and our 25th year on the festival stage we will bring the story of… “Two households, both al...

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...

Held the first Friday and Saturday in December, the Glenwood Holiday Festival is a weekend of family, fun and getting in the spirit of the Holidays. There are numerous activities from a lighting ceremony Friday night on the Courthouse Lawn, Santa and...

Join us for the 2nd Annual Naval Air Station Ottumwa Armed Forces Celebration on Saturday, July 19 at the Naval Air Station Museum! This exciting event features a variety of festivities including a car show, fly-in, food trucks, local vendors, and li...

When the leaves begin to change colors and crisp autumn scents fill the air, it means one thing... It's time for our Villages of Van Buren Scenic Drive Festival and it's going to be a weekend to remember! Arts and crafts vendors, antique vend...

Get ready for an epic Father’s Day celebration where dads take center stage—but the whole family joins the fun. The fun will be vast, with Iowa’s Largest Man Cave, a Backyard BBQ, Lil’ Rock Stars Zone, and even a Dad Bod Parade! The Dads Rock Festiv...

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.

Celebrate Wurst Festival all weekend long at Millstream Brewing Co. We’ve hand crafted a special, limited release lager, Wurst Beer Ever! Join us Friday (6/13) 6-9 p.m. for the special Wurst Friday Brass Festival Parade! Saturday (6/14) talente...

Join us & other local food trucks & vendors for a great day of good eats, music, face painting & fun for the entire family! 10% of all sales will be donated to our local homeless shelters.

Rahlan Kay and The Ideal team up to present the Family & Friends 4th of July Festival!! Featuring multiple stages, DJs, live music and food trucks, this event is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Kids 12 and under get in free! Rahlan Kay and The...

Join Oskaloosa Main Street for Art on the Square, one of Iowa's oldest continuing art festivals. The 56th Annual Art on the Square event will take place Saturday, June 14, 2025, 9A a.m. - 3 p.m.

Save the dates! Join us for the 58th annual Nordic Fest July 24-26, 2025 in Decorah, IA. Nordic Fest, held annually the last full weekend of July, is a celebration of Scandinavian heritage, culture, and food. Since 1967, Nordic Fest has offered fun a...

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 ...

Begin the holiday season right and join us for a spirited and dazzling evening! Enjoy classic jazz standards surrounded in the Common Room. Or, choose to jingle your bells and dance the night away in the historic garage with our live party DJ! Michae...

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...

The Moonlight Chase is one of Eastern Iowa’s most unique road races. The fun run is held on the streets of Eldridge with the entire 4-mile course lined with luminaries. The evening includes 1/4 mile and 1-mile runs for kids, as well as the 4-mi...

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 ...

A festival celebrating German heritage, music and food in downtown Waterloo. Dress in your dirndls and lederhosen, grab your stein and your friends, and get your Prost on at Iowa Oktoberfest! The polka party happens around Anton’s German Bier G...

Lazy River BBQ, Beer & Wine Fest is a sampling festival located beside the Mississippi River in Marquette, Iowa. Tickets are $35 each and include unlimited wine and beer sampling from Iowa wineries and breweries and limited sampling from our BBQ rib ...

Bring a blanket, chair, and get ready for a weekend jazz extravaganza! Come downtown for three days of live performances on two stages showcasing a variety of well-known jazz musicians and up-and-coming talent alongside national and international art...

Join us for a vibrant celebration of liberty at the Junction Street Party! Revel in the spirit of independence with live music, savor a variety of culinary delights from local food trucks, and unwind in our refreshing beverage garden. Gather under th...

June 13th (evening only) & 14th, 2025 Come join us for our annual Amana Colonies Wurst Festival! The German tradition of making sausages is alive and well in the Colonies at the Market Barn in the village of Amana. You’ll find local sausage ven...

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...

Coralville's annual 4th of July celebration, 4thFest, is a community tradition that attracts thousands of visitors and residents. The multi-day, outdoor festival includes a 5K run / walk on June 28, a free concert on July 3 and the area's lar...

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 ready to roll up your sleeves and join the fun at Shuckfest, the exciting kickoff event for the annual West Point Sweet Corn Festival in West Point, Iowa! On August 6, 2025, the town will come together to tackle the delicious task of shucking a m...

AACTFest 2025 is the national community theatre festival hosted by the American Association of Community Theatre (AACT), bringing together theatre lovers from across the country for an unforgettable celebration of live theatre. Taking place June 25-2...

Join us in Winterset's courthouse retail district for a holiday experience like none other! At 5:00 pm, the whole family will enjoy food, live entertainment, live and lighted window displays, free horse-drawn carriage rides, and visits with Santa...

Good Egg Days is Stuart's annual celebration held on Father’s Day Weekend. Stuart's town motto is "1700 Good Eggs and A Few Stinkers". Good Egg Days will be celebrated both uptown and in Lawbaugh Park and consists of Friday ni...

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...

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.

Celebrate creativity at the MacNider Arts Festival on Saturday, June 14th from 9 AM to 5 PM! This year’s theme, “Art is for Everyone,” invites kids to use their imaginations while making fun and colorful projects all day long. Enjoy...

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.

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...

Nothing illustrates perseverance quite like Iowa's historic theaters.

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...

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.

Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars at the Lake Icaria 4th of July Fireworks Show on Saturday, July 5, 2025! The fireworks will begin around 10 p.m., lighting up the sky with brilliant colors reflected over the lake. The best viewing s...

The whole family will enjoy these holiday displays.

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.

Halloweenapalooza, the annual horror film festival, returns to Ottumwa on October 10 and 11 for an unforgettable weekend of thrills. This two-day celebration of all things spooky will showcase a variety of independent horror films, allowing fans to e...

Join us for Mount Vernon Heritage Days! This community festival is fun for the whole family on Friday evening, including a drone show at dark! Friday evening kicks off with a party at the Lester Buresh Family Community Wellness Center, 855 Palisades...

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...

DATES: Saturday, December 6 & Sunday, December 7: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. both days! Join us for our annual holiday fundraiser and design contest! Tour the 100 year old grand estate adorned in its holiday best as each room will be decorated by some of...

Nestled in the Little Sioux River Valley, Cherokee offers recreational fishing, canoeing and a beautiful park system. Cherokee's Historic Downtown features unique shopping and is a designated Cultural District. Live music and entertainment can be...

Must Do's Nestled in a valley on the Raccoon River and Historic U.S. Route 6, Adel offers a chance to experience Iowa's past. Explore the brick streets, historic courthouse, downtown turn-of-the-century architecture and distinctive shops thro...

Join Main Street Mason City and the Mason City Arena for an Epic Night of Music in Downtown Mason City! Two powerhouse bands are coming to the stage to make this a night to remember: Not Quite Brothers. Known as Central Iowa's fastest-growing cov...

Our costume concert returns with Superman, E.T., and Star Wars! Look up in the sky... It's a bird. It's a plane. It's....Maestro Bob McConnell! Treat your little ones to an afternoon of enchanting movie music by none other than the amazin...

Whether you're a beginner looking to get started in the hobby or an experienced birder seeking new spots, this list of birding spots and events offers a great check list as you explore Iowa.

Welcome to Mistletoe on Main, where the holiday spirit comes alive in the heart of historic downtown Fort Madison! Get ready to immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere that celebrates the joy of the season while supporting local businesses. As you s...