Search for great things to do
Browse through hundreds of events in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the rest of Eastern Iowa
Displaying
9
of
9
events in Eastern Iowa
-
Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies
<p>Polka, smiles, laughter, brats!</p><p>Join us for Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies on September 29th – October 1st, 2023! Enjoy beer, live music, games, German food, and so much more all through the Colonies during this festival weekend. Make your overnight accommodations now before everyone is booked; <a href="https://amanacolonies.com/places-to-stay/">check here for lodging options in the Amana Colonies</a>.</p><p><strong>Amana Colonies Festhalle</strong></p><p>At the official Amana Colonies Oktoberfest Grounds, enjoy Amana Colonies Meat Shop & Smokehouse brats, along with pork trotters, sides, and desserts. We’ll have live music from various bands and more, along with beer; lots of beer. We’ll host games during the day on Saturday between bands, and even our annual brat eating competition.</p><p>Admission is $10 for a one-day pass and $15 for a two-day pass. Tickets will go on sale for pre-order in August, so keep an eye out for an announcement!</p><p>We’ll post our schedule of live music and games soon.</p>
9/29/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies
<p>Polka, smiles, laughter, brats!</p><p>Join us for Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies on September 29th – October 1st, 2023! Enjoy beer, live music, games, German food, and so much more all through the Colonies during this festival weekend. Make your overnight accommodations now before everyone is booked; <a href="https://amanacolonies.com/places-to-stay/">check here for lodging options in the Amana Colonies</a>.</p><p><strong>Amana Colonies Festhalle</strong></p><p>At the official Amana Colonies Oktoberfest Grounds, enjoy Amana Colonies Meat Shop & Smokehouse brats, along with pork trotters, sides, and desserts. We’ll have live music from various bands and more, along with beer; lots of beer. We’ll host games during the day on Saturday between bands, and even our annual brat eating competition.</p><p>Admission is $10 for a one-day pass and $15 for a two-day pass. Tickets will go on sale for pre-order in August, so keep an eye out for an announcement!</p><p>We’ll post our schedule of live music and games soon.</p>
9/30/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies
<p>Polka, smiles, laughter, brats!</p><p>Join us for Oktoberfest in the Amana Colonies on September 29th – October 1st, 2023! Enjoy beer, live music, games, German food, and so much more all through the Colonies during this festival weekend. Make your overnight accommodations now before everyone is booked; <a href="https://amanacolonies.com/places-to-stay/">check here for lodging options in the Amana Colonies</a>.</p><p><strong>Amana Colonies Festhalle</strong></p><p>At the official Amana Colonies Oktoberfest Grounds, enjoy Amana Colonies Meat Shop & Smokehouse brats, along with pork trotters, sides, and desserts. We’ll have live music from various bands and more, along with beer; lots of beer. We’ll host games during the day on Saturday between bands, and even our annual brat eating competition.</p><p>Admission is $10 for a one-day pass and $15 for a two-day pass. Tickets will go on sale for pre-order in August, so keep an eye out for an announcement!</p><p>We’ll post our schedule of live music and games soon.</p>
10/01/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Arts and Antiques in Amana
<p>This special weekend is dedicated to our Arts & Antiques!</p><p>There will be some special events centered around both as our Amana Heritage Museum is planning a special exhibit,<em> Amana Art Through the Generations</em>. You’ll want to visit our art galleries to see the latest offerings.</p><p>Are you interested in antiques? The Amana Colonies have some of the finest Antique Shops in the Midwest. Six of our antique shops will be participating in a Vintage Stroll! Pick up a brochure at the Amana Visitor Center and visit at least 5 of the antique shops listed on the stroll. Get your card marked at the shops you visit and then return it to the Visitor Center to be entered in a drawing for a $100 Amana Colonies Gift Certificate, or a $50 Amana Colonies Gift Certificate.</p><p>While you’re in town, you’ll also find shopping specials, great food & drink, and several hands on art activities!</p> 2023-03-07 17:00:00 -0600
10/14/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Pumpkinfest in the Amana Colonies
<p>Join us for the annual Amana Colonies Pumpkinfest! We will have a pumpkin decorating and carving contest, pumpkin treats and specials in many of our local businesses, and a sampling stroll and scavenger hunt. Completing the sampling stroll and scavenger hunt will get you entered into drawings for prizes! More information will be available when our Pumpkinfest brochure is released. Keep an eye on social media and on the <a href="https://amanacolonies.com/things-to-do/festivals/autumn-in-amana/">Autumn in the Amana’s page on this website</a> for more information.</p> 2023-03-07 17:00:00 -0600
10/21/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Girls Getaway Weekend in the Amana Colonies
<p>Girl time is the best time!<br><br>It’s been a busy year and the holidays are just ahead; time to take a break and get away. We planned the first weekend in November as a perfect time for a Girls Getaway Weekend. Ladies, this is just for you; come to the Colonies and relax and rejuvenate. We have a variety of activities planned with you in mind.</p><p><strong>Fitness</strong></p><p>End your relaxing weekend with some stretching and mimosas. Sunday we have a yoga class planned to get you up and going in the right direction.</p><p><strong>Shopping</strong></p><p>Maybe a little shopping therapy is in order. Stroll the streets of the village at a leisurely pace and hit a few shops. Maybe find something for yourself or sample our award-winning wines. We have 5 wineries in a 4 block area in the village of Amana. Each gives samples so you’ll be able to find the perfect wine for you. Rather have beer? Our brewery, the oldest microbrewery in the state, also gives samples and in their restaurant that evening there’s live music so you can wind down.</p><p><strong>Foods</strong></p><p>In the mood to sample some specialty foods? From chocolate & cheese to sauerkraut & brats we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy.</p><p><strong>Antiques</strong></p><p>The Amana Colonies have some of the best antique shops in the state of Iowa. You’ll find old treasures and unique items from days gone by. A walk through these shops is sure to bring back memories of your childhood or your grandparents. There’s a special item with a great story around each corner.</p><p>At <a href="https://amanacolonies.com/places/united-states/iowa/amana/arts-and-culture/fern-hill-gifts-and-quilts/">Fern Hill</a> in South Amana, not only will you find antiques but much more. On the Saturday of Girls Getaway Weekend, they showcase new products and vendors that will make your home look beautiful. Talk to the designers and get some great tips.</p><p><strong>Arts</strong></p><p>Stroll through our galleries and find your new favorite artist. Saturday a number of stores will have local artisans in house demonstrating and selling their art. The Amana Heritage Museum will also have a special Generations of Amana Art exhibit on display.</p><p>Grab your girlfriends and meet in the Amana Colonies for a fantastic Girl’s Getaway before the holiday rush. <em>Oh, the guys are welcome too.</em></p> 2023-03-07 20:00:00 -0600
11/04/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies
<p>A magical weekend with special events and food/beverage sampling in the shops, carolers on the street, and the town decked out in Christmas finery that's Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies. The streets of Amana come alive with old world charm at no time more than Prelude to Christmas. The fences and store fronts sport pine boughs, there's red ribbons fluttering in the breeze, and an occasional melody from beloved Christmas Carols in the air.</p> 2023-03-10 17:00:00 -060012/01/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies
<p>A magical weekend with special events and food/beverage sampling in the shops, carolers on the street, and the town decked out in Christmas finery that's Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies. The streets of Amana come alive with old world charm at no time more than Prelude to Christmas. The fences and store fronts sport pine boughs, there's red ribbons fluttering in the breeze, and an occasional melody from beloved Christmas Carols in the air.</p> 2023-12-02 17:00:00 -060012/02/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies
<p>A magical weekend with special events and food/beverage sampling in the shops, carolers on the street, and the town decked out in Christmas finery that's Prelude to Christmas in the Amana Colonies. The streets of Amana come alive with old world charm at no time more than Prelude to Christmas. The fences and store fronts sport pine boughs, there's red ribbons fluttering in the breeze, and an occasional melody from beloved Christmas Carols in the air.</p> 2023-12-03 17:00:00 -060012/03/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana