Christkindlmarket
Principal Park 1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA, United StatesWhen the weather turns colder, the desire to go holiday shopping and listen to Christmas music grows like snow on the ground. Thankfully, Christkindlmarket in Des Moines will let you do both, and so much more. Visit Des Moines the first weekend of December to experience all of the fun. […]
Holiday Promenade
Downtown Des MoinesRing in the holidays and celebrate the snow at the 21st annual Holiday Promenade. Beginning on Friday, Nov. 18 and continuing each Friday through Dec. 16, there will be various activities in store each week, including an inaugural tree lighting and horse-drawn carriage rides through the downtown. This outdoor festival […]
The Nutcracker
Englert Theatre 221 E Washington Street, Iowa City, IA, United StatesThe Nutcracker is being presented with festive pride by the Nolte Academy and the Englert Theatre in honor of the holiday season. From Friday, Dec. 2 through Sunday, Dec. 4, five performances will be held, so be sure to see a show while you have the chance! Music and dancing […]
Holiday Promenade
Downtown Des MoinesRing in the holidays and celebrate the snow at the 21st annual Holiday Promenade. Beginning on Friday, Nov. 18 and continuing each Friday through Dec. 16, there will be various activities in store each week, including an inaugural tree lighting and horse-drawn carriage rides through the downtown. This outdoor festival […]
Elf The Musical
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts 1301 5th Street, Coralville, IA, United StatesBased on the beloved Christmas movie, Elf The Musical is certain to make you giggle and smile this Christmas season. Bring the entire family to Coraville Center for the Performing Arts to enjoy a showing of the merry musical on Dec. 9-11 and Dec. 16-18. Buddy the Elf will help […]
Holiday Promenade
Downtown Des MoinesRing in the holidays and celebrate the snow at the 21st annual Holiday Promenade. Beginning on Friday, Nov. 18 and continuing each Friday through Dec. 16, there will be various activities in store each week, including an inaugural tree lighting and horse-drawn carriage rides through the downtown. This outdoor festival […]
Elf The Musical
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts 1301 5th Street, Coralville, IA, United StatesBased on the beloved Christmas movie, Elf The Musical is certain to make you giggle and smile this Christmas season. Bring the entire family to Coraville Center for the Performing Arts to enjoy a showing of the merry musical on Dec. 9-11 and Dec. 16-18. Buddy the Elf will help […]
Holiday Market
Robert A. Lee Recreation Center 220 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA, United StatesLooking to do some Christmas shopping? Look no further than the Holiday Market at Robert A. Lee Recreation Center on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The annual Holiday Market offers a great chance to buy thoughtful handcrafted presents for your friends and family while supporting local […]
CATS the Musical
Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesAndrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical extravaganza CATS, which has enthralled audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages, is coming to the Des Moines Civic Center on multiple occasions throughout the first week of January. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including best musical, CATS recounts the tale of one enchanted […]
Icestravaganza
Freight House Farmers' Market 421 W River Dr, Davenport, IA, United StatesIf you’ve been waiting all year for the Icestravaganza to make its anticipated return to downtown Davenport, then you’re in for a treat. On the weekend of January 13–15, LeClaire Park will once again become home to the beautiful ice sculptures that you know and love. This fun, safe and […]
Winterfest
Downtown Amana 622 46th Avenue, Amana, IA, United StatesEmbracing the winter season and enjoying indoor and outdoor activities at Winterfest is the perfect way to leave the house and cure your winter blues. Visit Amana Colonies on Saturday, Jan. 21, for an all-day event that honors the winter wonderland that is Iowa. First, guests can anticipate the Winterfest […]
BrrrFest
The City of Coralville Coralville, IA, United StatesEnjoy winter beers and the brewers that produce them. Breweries from across the Midwest will display their craft beers, which guests can sample and buy at BrrrFest on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. Some of last year's participating breweries were Iowa’s beloved Textile Brewing Company, Backpocket Brewing, […]