Summer isn't over yet!

We put together a list of events happening across Eastern Iowa and beyond in August of 2025. Many of them are based here in the Corridor, but there are plenty of others, too! The events are sorted into the following categories:

• Linn County
• Johnson County
• Cedar Valley
• Dubuque
• Quad Cities
• Other Eastern Iowa Cities
• Des Moines Area

LINN COUNTY EVENTS

AirPower History Tour

• Eastern Iowa Airport, Cedar Rapids
• July 30th through August 3rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• "Don’t miss your opportunity to fly in the iconic B-29 Superfortress “FIFI” when she visits Cedar Rapids, Iowa or take a ride in another historic aircraft in attendance. Tour all the planes on the ground or take a ride in one or all of these historic aircraft!"
• Get more information and book a flight HERE

Music in the Park

• Guthridge Park, Hiawatha
• Fridays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 1st - 90's Kid
  • August 8th - Ruthless County
  • August 15th - The Drama Kings
  • August 22nd - Brass Pear
  • August 29th - Dogs on Skis
• Also featuring concessions and free kids' activities

Rock the Block

• NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids
• Fridays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 1st - River Glen & Band
  • August 8th - Evan Stock Band
  • August 15th - Betty Calling
  • August 22nd - Fresh Fighters
  • August 29th - The Detour Band
• No outside food/beverages allowed

Cedar Rapids 1st Annual Auto Show

• Revive Auto Care, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 2nd from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Featuring over $3,000 in raffle prizes, DJs, food trucks, and more
• Register your vehicle HERE

Bluesmore

• Brucemore, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 2nd from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• "Enjoy a powerhouse lineup featuring Buckmiller Schwager Band, Avey Grouws Band, and Ghost Town Blues Band. Bring your lawn chair for an evening filled with live music, delicious food, and cold drinks in the beautiful setting of Brucemore’s front lawn."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Movies on the Riverbank

• McGrath Amphitheatre, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 2nd from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Showing Moana 2
• Featuring face painting, balloon artists, inflatables, food vendors, and more

Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market

• Downtown Cedar Rapids
• Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • August 2nd
  • August 16th

Monday Movies

• Kingston Yard, Cedar Rapids
• Mondays at 6 p.m.
• Dates/Movies
  • August 4th - The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants
  • August 11th - Lilo & Stitch (original cartoon version)
  • August 18th - Little Giants

Summer in the Square Concert Series

• Greene Square Park, Cedar Rapids
• Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 7th - Large Midgets
  • August 21st - Crazy Delicious
• "No outside drinks allowed as beverages including alcohol will be available for purchase; however, food is permitted."
• $5 gate admission will be donated to local non-profit organizations

Jazz Under the Stars

• Noelridge Park, Cedar Rapids
• Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 7th - Daugherty, Davis, & McPartland and Griffin Bieber Quartet
  • August 14th - Funk Stop, FunkDaddies, and David Donald Trio
  • August 21st - Kings of ‘daBlues and 10th Street Rapids
  • August 28th - Al Naylor’s I-380 Express and Go Benesh Quartet
• Also featuring concessions

Marion Uptown Getdown

• City Square Park, Marion
• Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 7th - Wylde Nept
  • August 14th - New Trick
  • August 21st - Funk Daddies
  • August 28th - All Natural

Movie Under the Moon

• Guthridge Park, Hiawatha
• Friday, August 8th at 9 p.m.
• Showing A Minecraft Movie
• Also featuring free popcorn

Cedar Rapids Car Meet

• Marion Airport
• Friday, August 8th at 6 p.m.
• Cost is $5 per car -spectators are free

Springville Fun Days

• Springville, Iowa
• August 8th & 9th
• Featuring a truck & tractor pull, food & beverages, a pancake breakfast, live music, a bags tournament, a parade, a craft & vendor fair, and more
• Truck & tractor pull tickets are $25 for pit passes, $15 for general admission for ages 13+, and $5 for general admission for ages 6 to 12

Atkins Watermelon Days

• City of Atkins City Park Pavilion
• August 8th & 9th
• Featuring a 5k, free watermelon, a car show, a parade, karaoke, food, kids' rides, fireworks, and more
• Register for the 5k HERE

St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival

• St. Jude Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 8th from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 9th from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 10th from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Featuring food, raffles, live music, a carnival, a silent auction, games, sweet corn, and more
• Admission is $5 for ages 11-59 - Sunday admission is free with your wristband from Friday or Saturday

Cedar Rapids Healing and Psychic Fair

• The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 9th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• "AMAZING line ups for Reiki/Energy Healing, Psychic Readings, Essential Oils, Gemstones & Crystals, Jewelry, Natural and Organic, Metaphysical Items, Health Care Products, Holistic Workshops and Raffle Prizes"
• Admission is $5

Touch-A-Truck

• Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 9th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• "Get up close and personal with over 40 large vehicles including agricultural, construction, military, first responder, service and more all in one place!"
• Also featured food, music, and kids' activities
• Free will donations will be collected to support The Arc of East Central Iowa

Raptors Up Close

• Wickiup Hill Learning Center, Toddville
• Saturday, August 9th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• "This program will feature The RARE (Raptor Advocacy Rehabilitation and Education) Group’s live Raptor Ambassadors. In this live bird demonstration, you’ll gain an up-close view and an in-depth understanding of these majestic birds."
• Tickets are $3 - make a reservation HERE

Uptown Marion Market

• Uptown Marion
• Saturday, August 9th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience

• Lowe Park, Marion
• Saturday, August 9th at 7:30 p.m.
• "Paying tribute to one of the most iconic pop stars of the decade, 'Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience,' is a nationally touring, award-nominated Taylor Swift tribute band that recreates Taylor's record-breaking Eras Tour in a magical show complete with a live band, performances from EVERY era, all the costume changes and more!"
• Also featuring food & beverage vendors

Paws & Pistons Car Show

• Hawkeye Downs, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 9th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Featuring car awards/prizes, live music, and a DJ
• General admission is $5 - proceeds benefit UNleashed, Dogs Forever, and the Eastern Iowa Pet Expo

Mount Vernon Sidewalk Sales

• Downtown Mount Vernon
• Saturday, August 9th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Shops will be offering special discounts and markdowns. Weather permitting, businesses will set up outdoor racks and tables, but no matter what, the sales will be happening all day long. This is your LAST CHANCE to earn punches before we collect all the completed cards for the local gift certificate raffle—so shop big and make those punches count!"

Kernels Baseball

• Veterans Memorial Stadium, Cedar Rapids
• Home Game Dates/Times
  • Tuesday, August 12th at 6:35 p.m. (Bunnies Night)
  • Wednesday, August 13th at 12:05 p.m. (Doubleheader/KCRG Weather Academy)
  • Thursday, August 14th at 6:35 p.m.
  • Friday, August 15th at 6:35 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 16th at 6:35 p.m. (SpongeBob Night)
  • Sunday, August 17th at 12:05 p.m. (Jon Jon Figurine Giveaway)
  • Tuesday, August 26th at 6:35 p.m.
  • Wednesday, August 27th at 6:35 p.m. (Margaritaville Night)
  • Thursday, August 28th at 6:35 p.m. (Oat Milkers Night/Hall of Fame Night)
  • Friday, August 29th at 6:35 p.m. (Beat Cancer Night)
  • Saturday, August 30th at 6:35 p.m. (Kernels hat giveaway)
  • Sunday, August 31st at 6:35 p.m. (regular season home finale)
• Purchase tickets HERE

Foreigner Concert

• McGrath Amphitheatre, Cedar Rapids
• Sunday, August 11th at 7:30 p.m.
• With special guest Cage Willis
• Purchase tickets HERE

Moonlit Movie

• Lowe Park, Marion
• Friday, August 15th at 7 p.m.
• Showing Kung Fu Panda 4
• Also featuring inflatables, face painting, and food vendors

Palo Fun Days

• Zeller Memorial Park, Palo
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 15th from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 16th from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Featuring a 5k, a parade, live music, tournaments, a kids' zone, a craft fair, fireworks, a beer tent, food trucks, karaoke, and more

Kip Moore Concert

• McGrath Amphitheatre, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 16th at 7 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Barks & Brew

• Guthridge Park, Hiawatha
• Saturday, August 16th from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• "Barks & Brew features your favorite local breweries providing tasting samples plus beer concessions, food trucks, live music, silent auction items, and OH YEAH...lots of adoptable dogs (and cats, too)!! Don't miss this family friendly event!"
• Purchase tickets HERE

Coggon Harvest Home

• Coggon, Iowa
• Saturday, August 16th from 8 a.m. to midnight
• Featuring live music, food, a parade, vendors, inflatables, and more

Bounce Party

• Gill Park, Marion
• Wednesday, August 20th from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
• "There will be rides down the giant slide, climbing through the obstacle course, and jumping in the bouncy house. Other games and activities will be included as well."

Movies on the Move

• Hanna Park, Marion
• Friday, August 22nd at 8:30 p.m.
• Showing Wicked

Market After Dark

• Downtown Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, August 23rd from 6 p.m. to midnight
• "Celebrating its 10th year, Market After Dark is Cedar Rapid’s most popular, free, open-air event. Similar to our daytime markets, it features a wide variety of vendors and lively entertainment. The kicker? It’s at night. This event brings a unique atmosphere to the Downtown District with food, beer, wine, art, and creative placemaking displays."

4th Annual Pup Cup Drive-Thru Fundraiser

• Parking lot of the Geonetric Building, Cedar Rapids
• Sunday, August 24th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• "Donation based drive-thru with all proceeds coming back to the pups at Dogs Forever! Cash, Check, Venmo preferred, cards accepted too. Pup cups will be good ol' chilled whipped cream in a cup with a snacky snack treat on top."

Market by Moonlight

• NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids
• Tuesday, August 26th at 7:30 p.m.
• "Join us for an unforgettable evening of farm-to-table fare under the stars in the Market Yard. Enjoy one-of-a-kind dishes crafted by our Market Shopkeepers—and support local entrepreneurs with every bite."
• Tickets are not yet on sale

NewBo Art Festival

• NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids
• Sunday, August 31st from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.
• Featuring musical performances, art vendors, kids' activities, a sculpture show, and more

JOHNSON COUNTY EVENTS

Friday Night Concert Series

• Ped Mall Stage, Iowa City
• Fridays from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Bands/Dates
  • August 1st - Dandelion Stompers
  • August 8th - Carson Parker Trio and Kiersten Conway Quartet
  • August 15th - Big Begonias and The Feralings
  • August 22nd - Dodge Street Duo and Hard Luck & the Troubles
  • August 29th - Jumbies

Aaron Lewis & the Stateliners and Travis Tritt Concert

• Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, Riverside
• Saturday, August 2nd at 7 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings

• Riverfront Crossings Park, Iowa City
• Saturdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 2nd - Natty Nation
  • August 16th - James Tutson & the Rollback
  • August 30th - The Beaker Brothers
• Also featuring children’s activities and a beverage garden

Rock the Chalk

• S. Clinton Street, Downtown Iowa City
• Friday, August 8th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• "Stop by and see the artists' progress throughout the day and enjoy the live music. Then from 5:00-8:00 PM, we will host free community activities including face painting, crafts, caricatures, community chalk art and more along with a continuation of the live music!"

Drive-In Movies at the Hangar

• Iowa City Municipal Airport
• Friday, August 8th at 8:45 p.m.
• Showing Despicable Me 4
• Also featuring pre-movie entertainment and concessions for purchase

Friday Night Main Event Rodeo

• Auxiliary Fields, Tiffin
• Friday, August 8th at 7 p.m.
• Post-rodeo concert from Austin Williams
• Purchase tickets HERE

5th Street Social

• 5th Street between 6th Avenue & 12th Avenue, Coralville
• Saturday, August 9th from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Featuring live music, a kid zone, food/dessert vendors, yard games, face painting, a beverage garden, a car show, and more

FilmScene in the Park

• Chauncey Swan Park, Iowa City
• Dates/Movies
  • Saturday, August 9th at 8:15 p.m. - Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
  • Saturday, August 23rd at 8 p.m. - Shrek
• "FilmScene offers popcorn, movie candy, soda, beer and wine for sale at our outdoor concession stand beginning 30 minutes prior to the film’s start time. Beer and wine can only be purchased in closed containers from FilmScene for consumption in the park. No outside alcohol is allowed."

20th Anniversary Party

• Cedar Ridge Distillery, Swisher
• Saturday, August 16th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• "Cedar Ridge is turning 20 years old and we want you to celebrate with us! Join us for a day filled with great music, a very special anniversary bourbon release, distillery tours, library tastings, and more."

Iowa City Latino Fest

• Ped Mall, Iowa City
• Saturday, August 16th from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Featuring live music, DJs, folkloric dances, salsa lessons, food, and more

Street Dance

• Main Street, North Liberty
• Saturday, August 23rd from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• "A community block party with live music, dancing, food, drinks, and games. North Liberty's own Lily Schloss will open, followed by party band The Punching Pandas."

Taste of Iowa City

• 47 Iowa City bars & restaurants
• Wednesday, August 27th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• "The 17th Annual Taste of Iowa City celebrates the culinary diversity of Downtown and Northside restaurants and rewards the Iowa City community with sample portions from a diverse range of menus!"
• Tickets are $1/piece and will be sold in strips of 5 at 6 different ticket booths

FRYfest

• The Hyatt Regency, Coralville
• Friday, August 29th at 10 a.m.
• Featuring a trade show, kids' activities, a block party, games, a pep rally, a concert from the Pork Tornadoes, and more
• Get concert tickets HERE

CEDAR VALLEY EVENTS

Sidewalk Sales

• Cedar Falls Downtown District
• August 1st & 2nd
• "Join participating retailers in the Cedar Falls Downtown District and snag some summer sales! Downtown sidewalks will be lined with deals you won’t want to miss!"

Iowa Irish Fest

• Downtown Waterloo
• August 1st through 3rd
• Featuring live entertainment, food & beverages, demonstrations, games, contests, vendors, classes/workshops, a family fun area, and more
• Purchase tickets HERE

Friday Loo

• Lincoln Park, Waterloo
• Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Dates/Bands
  • August 8th - 3rd Offense
  • August 29th - Blake Jack & South 35

Comedian Rodney Carrington

• Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls
• Saturday, August 9th at 7 p.m.
• Ages 18+
• Purchase tickets HERE

Cedar Valley Stem & Stein: Beer & Wine Fest

• RiverLoop Expo Plaza, Waterloo
• Saturday, August 9th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• "This outdoor event will showcase an impressive selection of food, wine, craft and domestic beer, party cocktails, and distilled spirits by top local breweries, wineries, and distilleries in the Cedar Valley and beyond. Guests may also enjoy a wide selection of food samples expertly curated from local Hy-Vee kitchens."
• Proceeds benefit Friends of the Art Center
• Purchase tickets HERE

Elk Run Heights Creek Days

• Mayor's Park, Evansdale
• Saturday, August 9th from 9 a.m. to midnight
• Featuring live music, a car show, kids' activities, a beer tent, BINGO, and more

Moonlight Movie Night

• Kohlmann Park, Waverly
• Friday, August 15th at 7 p.m.
• Showing The Wild Robot

Bremer Brewing's Summer Bash

• Parking lot of Bremer Brewing Company, Waverly
• Saturday, August 16th from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Featuring live music, new beer releases, henna, face painting, live music, and more
• Admission is $10 for ages 21+ and $5 for ages 13 to 20

Cedar Valley Pridefest

• Downtown, Waterloo
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 22nd from 5:30 p.m. to midnight
  • Saturday, August 23rd from 12 p.m. to midnight
• Featuring live entertainment, drag shows, food, vendors, a kids' zone, art activities, and more
• Purchase tickets HERE

Gabby Barrett Concert

• Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls
• Sunday, August 24th at 7 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Waterloo Food Truck Festival

• RiverLoop Expo Plaza, Waterloo
• Saturday, August 30th from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• "The Downtown Waterloo Food Truck Festival is more than a foodies dream, it is a competition! Vendors will be competing to be named the best of the best! Each vendor will select a signature menu item that will be available in sample size. Attendees will be able to purchase the $5 samples and vote for their favorite."
• Featuring 25+ food vendors and a DJ
• General admission is $5 - purchase tickets HERE

DUBUQUE EVENTS

DBQfest

• Washington Park, Dubuque
• Dates/Times
  • Saturday, August 2nd from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 3rd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Featuring the Art & Makers Fair, live entertainment, food, kids' activities, and more

Taste of Summer

• National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque
• Thursday, August 7th from 5 p.m.to 9 p.m.
• Featuring live music, adult beverages, food trucks, a dunk tank and more

Lighted Boat Parade

• Port of Dubuque Marina
• Saturday, August 9th from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Also featuring live music, food trucks, inflatables, the Parks & Rec Rec & Roll Trailer, and more

Summer's Last Blast

• Back Waters Stage at Q Casino, Dubuque
• August 15th & 16th from 6 p.m. to midnight
• Featuring 7 live bands
• Admission is free - part of the proceeds go to the Children's Zoo, Dubuque County Fair Grounds, and Sertoma

Brothers Osborne Concert

• Back Waters Stage at Q Casino, Dubuque
• Friday, August 22nd at 8 p.m.
• Special guest TBA
• Purchase tickets HERE

2X Monster Trucks LIVE

• Dubuque County Fairgrounds
• Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
• "Catch the legendary lineup featuring Bounty Hunter, Jekyll & Hyde, Shark Bite, and Roarin’ Rex in a high-flying, car-crushing showdown! These world champion trucks will leave you on the edge of your seat with jaw-dropping stunts and power like you've never seen before."
• Purchase tickets HERE

QUAD CITIES EVENTS

Bix Jazz Festival

• Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport
• July 31st through August 2nd
• Purchase tickets HERE

Mississippi Valley Fair

• Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Davenport
• July 29th through August 3rd
• Concert Lineup (shows start at 8 p.m.)
  • Kane Brown
    • Tuesday, July 29th
  • Maddie & Tae and LOCASH
    • Wednesday, July 30th
  • TLC
    • Thursday, July 31st
    • With special guest 3OH!3
  • Third Eye Blind
    • Friday, August 1st
  • Pop Evil
    • Saturday, August 2nd
    • With special guest Lit
  • Jon Pardi
    • Sunday, August 3rd
• Also featuring a butter sculpture, live entertainment, a carnival, Sandyland, a tractor parade, skydivers, a sloth encounter, educational activities, and more
• Purchase Fun Cards HERE

Air Supply Concert

• Isle Casino Hotel, Bettendorf
• Friday, August 1st at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Party in the Park

• Credit Island Park, Davenport
• Thursday, August 7th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• "Party in the Park attendees can enjoy food, entertainment, and a variety of activities for the kids! These events are a great opportunity to meet fellow residents, learn more about surrounding neighborhoods, and engage with local elected officials. Members from city staff will be in attendance to discuss concerns and opportunities facing the community and how to can get involved in your neighborhood."

Movies in the Park

• Veterans Memorial Park, Bettendorf
• Saturday, August 9th from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Showing Despicable Me 4

Quad Cities Balloon Fest

• Rhythm City Casino, Davenport
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 8th at 4 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 9th at 3 p.m.
• Featuring food vendors, bounce houses, balloon glows, a car show, and more

Village of East Davenport Wine Walk

• Village of East Davenport
• Saturday, August 9th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• "Start at one of the wristband/glass tents to make or verify your prepaid donation, have your ID checked, receive a commemorative wine glass, and get a wristband. Visit participating businesses throughout the Village to enjoy a 1 oz. sample of wine. Local, domestic, and imported wine samples will be offered. Multiple bands will be located throughout the area."
• Ages 21+
• Purchase tickets HERE

Alternating Currents Festival

• Downtown Davenport, Bettendorf, and Rock Island (IL)
• August 14th through 17th
  • Made Indie Market - August 16th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Alternating Currents returns this August with 4 days of music, film, comedy, and art taking over 3 downtowns and 40+ venues across the Quad Cities. With over 200 performances and events and nearly all free, you’ll experience the creative heartbeat of our region in full force."

Tracy Lawrence Concert

• Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport
• Friday, August 15th at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Quad Cities Street Rod Nationals

• Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Davenport
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 15th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 16th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Featuring exhibitors, a swap meet, arts & crafts, games, live entertainment, a church service, and more
• Spectator admission is $20 for ages 13+, $6 for ages 6 to 12, and $45 for families (2 adults & 3 children under 12)

Quad City Air Show

• Davenport Municipal Airport
• August 23rd & 24th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Featuring the USAF Thunderbirds, the United States Army Parachute Team, Skip Stewart, the Jack Aces, vendors, kids' activities, static displays, and more
• Purchase tickets HERE

Farm Days in the Village

• Village of East Davenport
• Dates/Times
  • Saturday, August 23rd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 24th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Free family fun for all ages. Petting zoo, rope making, pedal tractors, tractor ride around, wagon rides, entertainment, kids "drive a tractor", working farm displays, kids tractor pull, rock crusher, arts and crafts, learn to milk a cow, and more."

Heart Concert

• Vibrant Arena, Moline (Quad Cities)
• Sunday, August 24th at 7 p.m.
• With special guest Todd Rundgren
• Purchase tickets HERE

August Flea Market

• Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Davenport
• Sunday, August 25th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• General admission is $3

OTHER EASTERN IOWA EVENTS

Iowa Flower Festival

• Bloomsbury Farm, Atkins
• July 25th through August 3rd
  • Fridays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Saturdays from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Sundays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Special Events
  • Flower & Fireflies Date Night - August 1st
  • Blooms & Kabooms - August 2nd
  • Blooms & Butterflies - August 2nd & 3rd
• Purchase tickets HERE

Bremer County Fair

• Bremer County Fairgrounds, Waverly
• July 27th through August 2nd
• Featuring a tractor pull, figure 8 races, a carnival, a demo derby, live music, Tough Truck Madness, and more
• Admission is free - purchase event tickets HERE

What Cheer Flea Market

• Keokuk County Fairgrounds, What Cheer
• July 31st through August 3rd at 7 a.m.
• "Come see one of the biggest flea markets in the Midwest!! We will have over 350 vendors taking up 750 spaces over 20 acres!!"
• Admission is $6 Thursday, $4 Friday & Saturday, and free on Sunday - ages 12 and under are free

Clayton County Fair

• Clayton County Fairgrounds, Garnavillo
• July 30th through August 3rd
• Featuring a beer garden, a carnival, motocross, a demolition derby, a movie night, live entertainment, a truck & tractor pull, and more
• Admission is $5 Wednesday, $15 Thursday through Saturday, and $10 Sunday

First Annual Street Dance

• W. State Street, Williamsburg
• Saturday, August 2nd from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• "The music begins at 6pm with DJ Rock N Team, continues from 7pm - 10pm with Unbalanced, then back into the bar from 10pm - 1am for KARAOKE with DJ Rock N Team! There will be food, drinks, and some of the best music this side of the Mississippi."
• Admission is free - proceeds benefit Williamsburg First Responders

Delaware County Pay It Forward Family Fest

• Delaware County Fairgrounds, Manchester
• Tuesday, August 5th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Featuring a silent auction, a raffle, a dunk tank, games, inflatables, a rock wall, food vendors and more
• Proceeds benefit Back the Blue, Christmas Hope, Hope Gap Program, and Pharmacy Program

Monti-Days

• Main Street, Monticello
• August 8th through 10th
• Featuring food, live music, tournaments & contests, a street dance, a farmers market, a kids' zone, and more

Tiffin REC Fest

• 1100 Andersen Pl, Tiffin
• Saturday, August 9th from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Featuring a 5k, yoga, Zumba, tournaments & contests, vendor booths, kids' activities, a beer tent, a dog show, food trucks, live music, and more
• Sign up for tournaments/contests HERE

Hawkeye 100

• Maquoketa Speedway
• August 15th & 16th
• "The World of Outlaws take on Iowa's Maquoketa Speedway for two nights once again in the Hawkeye 100!"
• Purchase tickets HERE

Boom-Fest & Boomtown

• Boom-Fest
  • Downtown Vinton
  • Saturday, August 23rd from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Featuring 80+ vendors
• Boomtown
  • Benton County Fairgrounds, Vinton
  • Gates open at 4 p.m. - fireworks at dusk
  • Featuring food, a beer tent, and live music
  • Parking is $20 per vehicle and Grandstand seating is $15 - lawn seating is free

August Bin Bash

• The General Store Pub, Anamosa
• Saturday, August 23rd from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• "Luke Thomas will play from 1-4 p.m.. The Bin Bar along with the Downstairs Bar and Deck will be open as well. Bring your friends and chairs. We may have burgers and brats available as well. No coolers allowed."

Independence BrewBQ

• Riverwalk Parks, Independence
• Saturday, August 23rd from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• "Experience the ultimate celebration of flavor and fun at the Independence BrewBQ – a single-day outdoor extravaganza featuring tantalizing BBQ vendors, live music, a Craft Brew Zone, a scenic bike ride, all while making a meaningful impact as a charity fundraiser!"
• Admission to the parks is free - purchase Craft Brew Zone tickets HERE

Midwest Old Threshers Reunion

• Midwest Old Threshers, Mount Pleasant
• August 28th through September 1st
• Concerts
  • August 28th - The Malpass Brothers
  • August 29th - Cooper Alan
  • August 30th - Priscilla Block
  • August 31st - Comedian Jeff Foxworthy
• Also featuring live entertainment, vendors, a parade, food, contests, exhibitors, and more
• Purchase tickets HERE

Good Makers Market

• Cedar County Fairgrounds, Tipton
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 29th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 30th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Shop the best hand picked vendors from all around the Midwest. Here you'll find handmade artisan goods, score some amazing vintage, shop our on trend mobile boutiques, eat from our delicious food trucks and listen to local live music."
• Admission is $10 for ages 15+

Tim McGraw Concert

• Field of Dreams, Dyersville
• Saturday, August 30th at 2 p.m.
• With special guests Hailey Whitters, Ty Myers, Timothy Wayne, Cody Lee, and Dani Rose
• Purchase tickets HERE

Downtown Dyersville Market of Dreams

• Legacy Square, Dyersville
• Saturday, August 30th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Featuring vendors, live music, Field of Dreams ghost players, live music, food trucks, and more

Velocity Music Festival

• Field of Dreams, Dyersville
• Sunday, August 31st
• Featuring Brantley Gilbert, Nickelback, Default, Buckcherry, Brett Scallions, Lakeview, Wayland, and No Fly List
• Purchase tickets HERE

Iowa Craft Beer Bash

• Millstream Brewing Co., Amana
• Sunday, August 31st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (12 p.m. entry with VIP tickets)
• "VIP & GA ticket purchase includes unlimited beer, spirits, cider & other beverage tastings from the best breweries in Iowa, souvenir glass plus live music by HomeBrewed and the DTKK Band. Food trucks will be there to including Beast & Bird, Comfort Food 154 & Millstream Brau Haus."
• Ages 21+
• Purchase tickets HERE

POPULAR DES MOINES AREA EVENTS

4th Annual Adult Recess

• Captain Roy's, Des Moines
• Friday, August 1st from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• "Throw it back to your schoolyard days with a night packed full of fun and nostalgia! We'll have endless schoolyard games to keep you entertained. This is a FREE adults-only event, so come let loose and play like a kid again! Enjoy delicious food and drink specials all night at Captain Roy's."
• Registration is required HERE

Hinterland Music Festival

• Saint Charles, Iowa
• August 1st through 3rd
  • Friday, August 1st
    • 'Tyler, The Creator,' Clairo, Remi Wolf, Royel Otis, Rebecca Black, Good Neighbours, INJI, Scowl
  • Saturday, August 2nd
    • Kacey Musgraves, The Marias, Still Woozy, Role Model, Glass Beams, Gigi Perez, Willow Avalon, 'hey, nothing'
  • Sunday, August 3rd
    • Lana Del Rey, Bleachers, Sierra Ferrell, Wyatt Flores, Michael Marcagi, Evan Honer, Orla Gartland, Sam Austins
• Purchase tickets HERE

AirPower History Tour

• 6213 SW 28th St, Des Moines
• August 6th through 10th
• "Don’t miss your opportunity to fly in the iconic B-29 Superfortress “FIFI” when she visits Des Moines, Iowa or take a ride in another historic aircraft in attendance including P-51 Mustang, PT-13 Stearman, AT-6 Texan and RC-45J SNB - The Big Oily Beast. Tour all the planes on the ground or take a ride in one or all of these historic aircrafts!"
• Get more information and book a flight HERE

Jessie Murph Concert

• Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park, Des Moines
• Thursday, August 7th at 7 p.m.
• With special guest Jorjiana
• Purchase tickets HERE

Iowa State Fair

• Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines
• Concert Lineup
  • Forrest Frank
    • Thursday, August 7th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Lecrae
  • Parker McCollum
    • Friday, August 8th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Josh Abbott Band
  • Megan Moroney
    • Saturday, August 9th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Kameron Marlowe
  • Pitbull
    • Sunday, August 10th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Neon Union
  • Lynyrd Skynyrd
    • Monday, August 11th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest��The Outlaws
  • Rascal Flatts
    • Tuesday, August 12th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Neal McCoy
  • Hairball
    • Wednesday, August 13th at 8 p.m.
  • Def Leppard
    • Thursday, August 14th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Phil X & The Drills
  • Hank Williams Jr.
    • Friday, August 15th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest Old Crow Medicine Show
  • T-Pain
    • Saturday, August 16th at 8 p.m.
    • With special guest charlieonnafriday
  • KIDZ BOP LIVE
    • Sunday, August 17th at 6 p.m.
• Purchase admission and concert/event tickets HERE

Summer Sip N’ Thrift

• Captain Roy's, Des Moines
• Sunday, August 3rd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Come sip on a cocktail or mocktail & shop local vendors all while enjoying the good vibes right next to the River."

Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge Concert

• Des Moines Civic Center, Des Moines
• Wednesday, August 20th at 7:30 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

World Food & Music Festival

• Western Gateway Park, Downtown Des Moines
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, August 22nd from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 23rd from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 24th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• "Featuring international cuisine, live performances, cultural activities, and global beverages, it offers a rich experience for all ages to celebrate diverse cultures through food, music and more in Greater Des Moines."

Heart Concert

• Des Moines Civic Center
• Saturday, August 23rd at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Iowa Wine & Cider Festival

• Jasper Winery, Des Moines
• Saturday, August 23rd from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Featuring tastings from 20+ Iowa wineries/cideries, cheese and meat sampling, live music, lawn games, vendors, apple cider donuts, and more
• Ages 21+
• Purchase tickets HERE

Des Moines Anime-Fest

• Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conference Center
• Sunday, August 24th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• "Come See & Meet Voice Actors, Vendors, Local Artists, and Attractions. Also Anime Trivia, Lip Sync & Cosplay Contests."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Alice Cooper Concert

• Vibrant Music Hall, Waukee
• Tuesday, August 26th at 7:30 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Sista Soul Fest

• Evelyn Davis Park, Des Moines
• Sunday, August 31st from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Featuring 50+ women-led vendors, live music/entertainment, a BBQ competition, the Kulture Kidz Zone, community resources, and more