Next top Must-Attend Events in Iowa

Despite the state's large expanses of rural land, Iowa is home to plenty of attractions for people seeking urban adventure and experiences. During the year, Iowa residents and tourists enjoy a robust repertoire of seasonal festivals, theater productions, special events and much more. Visitors can also take advantage of the state's numerous outdoor destinations to see Iowa's natural beauty.

From the third week in June through July 4th, the community celebrates the country's freedom through this gala event that features everything from races and live entertainment to fireworks displays. See parades daily, attend car shows and live demonstrations in addition to movie night at the ball park. Feast on a good old-fashioned barbecue. The event promises over 70 activities geared for visitors of all ages.

The community gathers for an entire weekend in late September to commemorate their German heritage with this exciting event. Watch brat eating and yodeling contests, see the Wiener Dog Dash and hear live polka bands play while tasting a selection of authentic German beers. The location also regularly has arts and craft booths along with traditional foods and activities for the children.

Main cities in Iowa

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Des Moines, IA
532 events
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Davenport, IA
294 events
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Cedar Rapids, IA
246 events
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Dubuque, IA
176 events
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West Des Moines, IA
153 events
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Ames, IA
147 events
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Iowa City, IA
135 events
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Sioux City, IA
89 events
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Urbandale, IA
84 events
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Cedar Falls, IA
83 events
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Ankeny, IA
78 events
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Indianola, IA
76 events
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Maquoketa, IA
73 events
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Waterloo, IA
59 events
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Sioux Center, IA
57 events
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Waukee, IA
56 events
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Marion, IA
53 events
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Oskaloosa, IA
53 events
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Coralville, IA
48 events
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Decorah, IA
47 events
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Harpers Ferry, IA
44 events
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Knoxville, IA
43 events
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Bettendorf, IA
42 events
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Elkader, IA
42 events

Counties in Iowa

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ADAIR
1 cities
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APPANOOSE
8 cities
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BENTON
12 cities
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BLACK HAWK
10 cities
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BOONE
5 cities
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BREMER
6 cities
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BUCHANAN
2 cities
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BUENA VISTA
4 cities
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BUTLER
3 cities
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CALHOUN
2 cities
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CARROLL
6 cities
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CASS
1 cities
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CEDAR
5 cities
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CERRO GORDO
9 cities
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CHEROKEE
4 cities
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CHICKASAW
5 cities
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CLAY
8 cities
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CLAYTON
4 cities
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CLINTON
11 cities
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DALLAS
12 cities
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DELAWARE
8 cities
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DES MOINES
3 cities
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DICKINSON
8 cities
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DUBUQUE
16 cities
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FLOYD
6 cities
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FREMONT
3 cities
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GREENE
2 cities
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GRUNDY
7 cities
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GUTHRIE
2 cities
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HAMILTON
1 cities
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HANCOCK
8 cities
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HARRISON
2 cities
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HENRY
3 cities
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HOWARD
3 cities
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HUMBOLDT
1 cities
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IOWA
7 cities
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JACKSON
8 cities
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JASPER
12 cities
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JEFFERSON
5 cities
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JOHNSON
10 cities
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JONES
5 cities
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KEOKUK
2 cities
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LEE
4 cities
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LINN
16 cities
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LOUISA
2 cities
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LYON
4 cities
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MADISON
7 cities
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MAHASKA
8 cities
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MARION
8 cities
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MARSHALL
9 cities
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MILLS
4 cities
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MITCHELL
10 cities
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MONROE
2 cities
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MONTGOMERY
1 cities
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MUSCATINE
7 cities
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OBRIEN
3 cities
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OSCEOLA
2 cities
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PAGE
6 cities
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PLYMOUTH
1 cities
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POCAHONTAS
4 cities
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POLK
17 cities
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POTTAWATTAMIE
5 cities
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POWESHIEK
1 cities
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SAC
1 cities
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SCOTT
14 cities
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SIOUX
7 cities
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STORY
9 cities
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TAMA
7 cities
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TAYLOR
2 cities
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UNION
5 cities
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VAN BUREN
2 cities
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WAPELLO
7 cities
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WARREN
12 cities
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WASHINGTON
9 cities
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WEBSTER
11 cities
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WINNESHIEK
5 cities
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WOODBURY
5 cities
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WORTH
4 cities
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