eastern iowa

Oktoberfests, renaissance fairs, scenic drives, art shows, horror movies... you have plenty of options when it comes to festivals in Eastern Iowa! Check out 25+ of the festivals happening between September 22nd and the end of October!

Lots of new bars & restaurants have opened in Eastern Iowa so far this year! Check out a list of the new eateries that have opened in 2026, as well as some of the places expected to open this year.

Fall is right around the corner! Here are some of the different apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and farms across Eastern Iowa that have some fun fall activities on the calendar in 2026!

From concerts to fairs to festivals, it's been a busy and delicious summer for Courtlin! Check out some of the best things that she ate and drank in Eastern Iowa between the end of June and the end of August 2026!

Summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn't mean the fun has to! Check out a huge list of events happening across Eastern Iowa and beyond in September of 2026!

Looking for the perfect photo opportunity? Check out one of these awesome local farms in Eastern Iowa that have thousands of gorgeous sunflowers in 2026!

Health officials are reminding Iowans to protect themselves from mosquito bites after the state's first confirmed West Nile virus case of 2026.

National Cheesecake Day is July 30th, and we're celebrating by sharing delicious places to get cheesecake in Eastern Iowa! Who serves your favorite?

You though July was busy? Wait until you see what August has in store! Check out a long list of August 2026 events in Eastern Iowa and beyond.

It's almost time for the 2026 Great Jones County Fair in Monticello, and this year's event is going to be PACKED with food, fun, and live music! Check out a rundown of everything you need to know!