Upcoming Events
Taste of the Hinterland
You're invited for an evening of sampling our farmstead cheeses as well as appetizers, dips and desserts. Join us to kick off the holiday season with some good cheer-and test some sweet and savory recipes that will be perfect for your holiday gatherings!
Fort Madison Wine and Beer Walk
The Fort Madison Wine & Beer Walk is a community favorite that takes place each November in Fort Madison's Downtown Historic District. Over 1,000 individuals from near and far hit our downtown to shop, sip and visit with friends.
Happy Holiday Craft and Vendor Show
Holiday craft and vendor show at the Central Lee High School. Both gyms full of amazing wares by local vendors! Food trucks and coffee stand as well! Your one stop shop for all your holiday shopping!
Turkey Bingo
5:00 to close-food will be served including roast beef and BBQ pork sandwiches, chili, vegetable, and potato soups, pies, brownies, cookies, and pumpkin bars.
Bingo starts at 7:00 with 21 games. Each game winner gets a turkey.
There will be a 50/50 raffle, raffle tickets for a smoked turkey, adult prizes, and kid prizes. Do Not Need to be Present to Win smoked turkey or 50/50.
Captain Geech at Turnwater Bar & Grill
Come join us at Turnwater Bar and Grill and enjoy Captain Geech and The Shrimp Shack Shooters on Thanksgiving Eve!
Wednesday, 11/27 7-10 PM.
YMCA Turkey Trot
Wobble before you Gobble....YMCA's 2nd Annual Turkey Trot 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk!
Keokuk City of Lights
Three decades of memories have been shared by visitors to the City of Christmas, with nearly 20,000 vehicles passing through Rand Park each year. It now features over 150 light displays and over one million Christmas lights, so take your time, make as many trips as you like and enjoy it all!
Fort Madison Parade Of Lights
Every year on the Friday after Thanksgiving, enjoy a lighted parade down Fort Madison's Main Street. View over 40 hand crafted lighted sculptures on Avenue G at 6:30PM
Packard Perry Project at Boozy Rae's
Join us for the Parade of Lights and Packard Perry Project! Drinks to go!
Mistletoe on Main
The holiday spirit comes alive in the heart of historic downtown Fort Madison during Mistletoe on Main! Get ready to immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere that celebrates the joy of the season while supporting local businesses. As you stroll through our charming streets adorned with twinkling lights and adorned storefronts, you'll feel the magic of the holidays all around you.
Sample Saturday at Appleberry Orchard
Join us for Sampling Saturday at Appleberry Orchard on Saturday, November 30th, from 10am-3pm, and discover a delicious variety of flavors to enjoy and share this holiday season! Sample all the best products, from dips, salsas, dressings, BBQ sauces, wine and drink mixes to hard cider!
JIVE RADIO Anniversary Celebration
Jive Radio will be here to help us celebrate our one year anniversary!!!
Mystical Yule Market
Shop for unique gifts for the season. Get a reading to see what 2025 may have in store for you! All these fun things under one roof!
$5 entrance fee (Vendors set their own prices)
Holiday Crafting
Join us for a morning of festive fun and creativity on Saturday, December 7th at 10 AM at the Lee County Conservation Center. Guided by our talented Naturalist Lia, you’ll paint your very own holiday-themed mini barn quilt—perfect for adding a cozy, handcrafted touch to your seasonal decor!
Elvis Christmas Tribute
Junior Talley is back for his fantastic show!! We love this Christmas music filled show! Junior along with his beautiful wife Alisa Talley do a great job entertaining everyone. $5.00 admission for this show. Complimentary coffee and popcorn. Bar will also be open
Keokuk City of Lights
Three decades of memories have been shared by visitors to the City of Christmas, with nearly 20,000 vehicles passing through Rand Park each year. It now features over 150 light displays and over one million Christmas lights, so take your time, make as many trips as you like and enjoy it all!
Keokuk City of Lights
Three decades of memories have been shared by visitors to the City of Christmas, with nearly 20,000 vehicles passing through Rand Park each year. It now features over 150 light displays and over one million Christmas lights, so take your time, make as many trips as you like and enjoy it all!
Ugly Sweater Party with Drunken photos with Mr & Mrs Clause
Wear your ugliest sweater, and get your party photos done with santa!! KARAOKE with AMANDA starting at 9pm!!!
Santa & the Mean One at Appleberry Orchard
Get ready for a festive and fun holiday experience at Appleberry Orchard on Saturday, December 21st, from 1-4pm! Bring your cameras and wish lists as Santa and The Mean One make their appearance! Snap free photos, share your holiday wishes with Santa and keep an eye out for some mischievous antics from The Mean One!
While you're here, explore our store filled with Christmas decor, candy, homemade fudge, gift baskets and other holiday goodies.
Don’t miss Santa & The Mean One on December 21st from 1-4pm!
Monica Austin at Tena's Tap
Monica Austin is a Country Music artist from the Quad City Area. Her slice-of-life writing style and swing for the fences stage show earned not only the titles of 2022 Midwest Country Music Organization Entertainer of the Year and 2023 Iowa Music Awards Country Artist of the Year, but also opening performances for National Artists like Wynonna Judd, Travis Tritt, Carly Pearce and Mitchell Tenpenny. Monica's 2023 "Midwest Mama" Tour spanned from Southern Texas to Minnesota, marking her transition from Regional to National performing artist. She is currently touring smaller venues across the Midwest testing new material for her 2025 Tour Season and Sophomore album, "By the Way".
Christmas Eve At The Barn
15th annual traditional non-denominational Christmas Eve Service held in a historic 1857 barn in Fort Madison, Iowa on Christmas Eve.
Keokuk City of Lights - Christmas Eve
Three decades of memories have been shared by visitors to the City of Christmas, with nearly 20,000 vehicles passing through Rand Park each year. It now features over 150 light displays and over one million Christmas lights, so take your time, make as many trips as you like and enjoy it all!
Keokuk City of Lights
Three decades of memories have been shared by visitors to the City of Christmas, with nearly 20,000 vehicles passing through Rand Park each year. It now features over 150 light displays and over one million Christmas lights, so take your time, make as many trips as you like and enjoy it all!
WILDFIRE at Vinnie’s
Wildfire - An up and coming local band playing multiple genres including country, alternative, and rock.
Poinsettia Tours by TNT Greenhouses
We can't wait to host you at TNT Greenhouses for our first guided tour event! Please join us for a stroll through our beautiful Poinsettias.
Winter Holiday Market at the Moose Lodge
Come check out our amazing vendors and their handmade wares! This is event is free to the public.
Fitsgiving
Your admission to this PiYo class by Fit Lee County and Soul Studio is a non-perishable food donation. Bring a dish to share after class- bring your friends or make some new ones! We are so grateful for this community and the opportunity to give back!
Fort Madison Wine & Beer Walk Pre-Sale Event
The Fort Madison Wine & Beer Walk is a community favorite that takes place each November in Fort Madison's Downtown Historic District. Over 1,000 individuals from near and far hit our downtown to shop, sip and visit with friends. Participants can purchase a commemorate glass and sample top selections from local wineries, breweries and distilleries. Glass pre-sale takes place the week prior to the event.
Sweater Weather Sip & Shop
Come sip & shop at The Stumble Inn on November 14th at the Stumble Inn in Donnellson, Iowa.
Southern Rail & Wilson Bros. BBQ
Super excited to have this awesome band at the barn for the very 1st time!! Free show, bar will be open. Wilson Bros food truck will be on site from 6-9 serving their delicious food! Come join the fun!!
Deck The Halls
Deck the Halls with this fall into Christmas craft vendor market! Enjoy a fall inspired mimosa as you shop for gifts or yourself! Great vendors and giveaways! You don't want miss this!!
David Kroll & Heartland
David Kroll & HEARTLAND are back!!! Get ready for Country Line Dancing and PURE Country Music! See all you Heartlanders November 8th at Turnwater Bar and Grill!
Annual Ladies Night in The Girls Side
We're kicking off the Holiday Season with our Annual Ladies Night in The Girl's Side at Kempker's True Value & Rental. Come enjoy an evening of shopping!
Scary Movie Trivia
Spooky Times coming to Buffalo 61! Bring your scary movie experts and prepare for a scary time!!
Spooky Escape Room Adventure
Step into the eerie world of our Mad Scientist's Lab this Halloween! Can you uncover his secrets before time runs out?
Cider Run Car Show at Appleberry Orchard
Join us for our 11th annual Cider Run Car Show in the orchard at Appleberry! Plus, trick-or-treat around the orchard, too.
Halloween Party At Vinnies with Ghost of Judas
Come dressed in your best spooky or funny attire for our annual Halloween party Ghost of Judas will be playing. There will be prizes, drink specials and lots of fun.
Nauvoo Pumpkin Walk
Hundreds of hand carved and lit pumpkins line Mulholland street for one of Nauvoo’s favorite family friendly events!
Escape Rodeo Park
Iowa 2x4s for Hope is hosting an apocoliptic style game of tag. runners must navigate tenvsafe zones without getting tag by the zombies.
YMCA Trunk or Treat
Join us for this FREE, FUN, and SAFE Trick or Treating in the parking lot at the Fort Madison Family YMCA!
Featuring decorated trunks by a host of local businesses and organizations that will be lined on the outskirts of the parking lot where trick or treaters will be able to stroll through and visit each vendor to collect treats.