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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Monticello Flea Market, Antique & Collectible Show
Jones County Fairgrounds, Monticello, IA
Status: Updated 2/23/2025
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Lisbon Sauerkraut Days
Downtown, Lisbon, IA
Status: Updated 7/9/2025
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Ski Bellevue Water Ski Show
Mississippi River, South of Lock & Dam #12, Bellevue, IA
Status: Updated 10/20/2024
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Prairie Homestead Antique Power Show
Art Center & Farmstead, Belmond, IA
Status: Updated 7/10/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Old Time Power Show
Antique Acres, Cedar Falls, IA
Status: Updated 7/5/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Onawa's Swap Meet and Flea Market
Monona County Fairgrounds, Onawa, IA
Status: Updated 7/11/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Art in the Park Fine Art Festival
Founder's Park, Elkader, IA
Status: Updated 7/11/2025
August 13 - 23, 2026
Iowa State Fair
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 11/4/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Turkey River Music Festival
Riverside Park/The Inwood Ballroom - Ludwig Stage, Spillville, IA
Status: Updated 2/5/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Boom-Fest
Downtown, Vinton, IA
Status: Updated 7/17/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Irish Hooley Music Festival
Dubuque Star Brewery, Dubuque, IA
Status: Updated 7/17/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Lincoln Highway Days
Various locations, Nevada, IA
Status: Updated 7/15/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Kalona Gospel Sing
Windmill Ridge Campground, Kalona, IA
Status: Updated 7/16/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
World Food & Music Festival
Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 2/17/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Quad City Air Show
Davenport Municipal Airport, Davenport, IA
Status: Updated 5/4/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Crafts in the Park
Central Park, Mount Pleasant, IA
Status: Updated 5/29/2025
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Red Neck Revival - Labor Day Weekend
Conesville Event Grounds, Conesville, IA
Status: Updated 1/6/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Midwest Old Threshers Reunion
Midwest Old Threshers Museum, Mount Pleasant, IA
Status: Updated 1/15/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Vick's Corner Labor Day Antique Show & Flea Market
Vick's Corner World, Spirit Lake, IA
Status: Updated 2/11/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Labor Day Weekend Flea Market Under the Bridge
City Park-Under the Bridge, Marquette, IA
Status: Updated 4/10/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Madrid Labor Day Celebration
Downtown, Madrid, IA
Status: Updated 7/18/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Pioneer Village Labor Day Celebration
Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, Long Grove, IA
Status: Updated 4/24/2025
August - September 2026 (dates not updated)
Bowlful of Blues
Maytag Bowl - Maytag Park, Newton, IA
Status: Updated 1/6/2025
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Sheldon Celebration Days
City Park, Sheldon, IA
Status: Updated 7/24/2025


























