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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November 2026 (dates not updated)
A Dickens of a Christmas at the Fort!
The Fort Museum and Frontier Village and Opera House, Fort Dodge, IA
Status: Updated 11/9/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Des Moines Fall Arts & Crafts Show - November
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 2/23/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Jingle Bell Holiday
Downtown, Grinnell, IA
Status: Updated 11/12/2025
February - November 2026 (dates not updated)
Davenport Fairgrounds Flea Market
Mississippi Valley fairgrounds, Davenport, IA
Status: Updated 2/11/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Holiday Collections Craft Fair
Tyson Events Center, Sioux City, IA
Status: Updated 11/19/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Makers Market
Jester Park Nature Center, Granger, IA
Status: Updated 11/21/2025
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Christmas Market at Southbridge Mall
Southbridge Mall, Mason City, IA
Status: Updated 11/24/2025
November 2025 (dates not updated)
German Christmas Market & Parade
Guttenberg Municipal Building, Guttenberg, IA
Status: Updated 10/5/2023
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Christmas Walk
Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, Long Grove, IA
Status: Updated 4/24/2025
