Iowa is the only state bordered by two navigable rivers and two National Scenic Byways. In between, there’s the world’s largest bull, cornstalk and strawberry! President Herbert Hoover, John Wayne and Glenn Miller were born here. And, it’s home to the world’s oldest ice cream parlour! Everything from frozen confections to farmland abundance is celebrated at 297 yearly events. Three of the largest are: Iowa State Fair, Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival and Art Barn at the Clay County Fair. From colossal to quirky, everything you need to know about Iowa’s Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows is right here!
Shepherds Market
March 7, 2026
shepherds-market-iowa.net
(319) 415-4001
Johnson County Fairgrounds - Iowa City, IA
Fiber festival featuring local and regional vendors with yarn, fiber, fleeces, fiber art creations, spinning and knitting accessories and tools, demonstrations, and a friendly drop-in crafting circle. Classes AM/PM in spinning, knitting, needle felting, and more.
Beaux Arts Spring Fair
May 9 - 10, 2026
Beauxartsfair.com
(309) 706-1434
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds - Davenport, IA
Beaux Arts Spring Fair is located at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Davenport, IA. Free admission, lots of free parking, Friday set-up, convenient loading and unloading. Beaux Spring Fair has been a Mother's Day Tradition in the Quad Cities for 73 years. Generations of art lovers and loyal patrons from IA and IL come together to see their favorite artist and what's new at the fair every year. All proceeds go to the Figge Art Museum for educational programs.
Marion Arts Festival
May 16, 2026
Marion Arts Festival
(319) 929-6687
7th Avenue festival street between 10th & 12th Street and Marion Square Park - Marion, IA
The Marion Arts Festival is a one-day event that brings together 50 of the nation's most respected artists to an audience of over 10,000 enthusiastic art lovers. Known for its intimate and purposeful atmosphere, the festival aims to create a thriving environment for both artists and art enthusiasts. In addition to the juried art fair, the event features live music, activities for all ages, food vendors, and a popular half-marathon and 5K race. It's a key cultural event for the community and a highlight of the year for art lovers in Eastern Iowa.
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Oktemberfest
Downtown, Marshalltown, IA
Status: Updated 9/8/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Des Moines Arts & Crafts Show - September
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 2/23/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Market at Beckman Heritage Farms
Beckman Heritage Farms, Burlington, IA
Status: Updated 9/9/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
The Octagon Art Festival
Main Street Cultural District, Ames, IA
Status: Updated 8/31/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Fairfield First Fridays Art Walk - October
Fairfield Historic Town Square, Fairfield, IA
Status: Updated 2/5/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Coralville Fall Arts & Crafts Show
Hyatt Regency Conference Center, Coralville, IA
Status: Updated 2/23/2025
September - October 2026 (dates not updated)
Greater Quad Cities Renaissance Faire
Credit Island Park, Davenport, IA
Status: Updated 1/15/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
What Cheer Flea Market - October
Fairgrounds, What Cheer, IA
Status: Updated 6/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Oktoberfest
Amana Colonies Festhalle Barn, Amana, IA
Status: Updated 3/4/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Country Bridges Market
Avenue of the Saints Event Center, Saint Charles, IA
Status: Updated 10/8/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Flea Market Under the Bridge in Marquette
City Park-Under the Bridge, Mcgregor, IA
Status: Updated 4/10/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
FREE Iowa Home Expo
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 6/25/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Festival
Downtown Keosauqua, Keosauqua, IA
Status: Updated 2/11/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Scenic Drive Festival
Villages of Van Buren, Keosauqua, IA
Status: Updated 3/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Madison County Covered Bridge Festival
Town Square, Winterset, IA
Status: Updated 10/7/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Bentonsport Riverfest
Bentonsport Historic District, Bentonsport, IA
Status: Updated 10/5/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Mid-America Fall Arts & Crafts Show
Mid-America Center, Council Bluffs, IA
Status: Updated 2/23/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Arts and Crafts Festival
Turner Park, Mcgregor, IA
Status: Updated 4/10/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Westside Fortnightly Craft Show & Flea Market
Downtown, Westside, IA
Status: Updated 10/9/2025
October 16 - 18, 2026
Great Iowa Pet Expo
Horizon Events Center, Clive, IA
Status: Updated 10/17/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Clarinda Chamber Craft Carnival
Page County Fairgrounds, Clarinda, IA
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
May - October 2026 (dates not updated)
Grinnell Farmers Market
Central Park, Grinnell, IA
Status: Updated 4/22/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Iowa Renaissance Festival - Fall
Middle Amana Park, Amana, IA
Status: Updated 1/15/2025
October 2026 (dates not updated)
FREE Cedar Rapids Lifestyle & Home Expo
Doubletree By Hilton - Cedar Rapids, Cedar Rapids, IA
Status: Updated 6/25/2025

























