Picture yourself strolling through picturesque fields, with the sun gently warming your skin and the sweet aroma of ripe blueberries filling the air. There’s something truly magical about picking your own blueberries. Not only do you get to indulge in nature’s bounty, but you also create lasting memories with family and friends. Join us on…
There’s something truly magical about hand-picking your own fresh flowers. The joy of strolling through vibrant fields, selecting your favorite blooms, and bringing them home to brighten your space is an experience like no other. Luckily, in the picturesque state of Iowa, you’ll find a treasure trove of you-pick flower farms ready to offer you…
Are there any strawberry festivals in Iowa? Yes, there are three strawberry festivals in Iowa. In fact, all three take place at the same time, which is the 2nd weekend in June. This is also the season for strawberry picking – and here’s our list of the best places in Iowa to pick strawberries. Strawberry…
We’ve compiled a list of you-pick strawberry locations in Iowa. Conditions can change and locations can close or have limited availability – so always check with each farm. If you are aware of additional pick locations, you’re welcome to send me an email at brian@iowaroadtrip.net and I’ll add them to the list. If you own…
2025 marks the 13th year for the Kites on the Green event in Johnston, Iowa. It’s being held on Saturday, May 3th at the Johnston Commons Park and features a day full of family fun activities. When: Saturday, May 3, 2025Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Where: Johnston Commons Park, 6050 Morningside Drive What kind of…
If you have a child who loves trains – then I highly encourage you to take them to the Union Pacific Railroad Museum in Council Bluffs, Iowa. It has a set of permanent and rotating exhibits and the cost is just right – FREE! The Union Pacific Railroad Museum, located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is…
In Council Bluffs, you can take your kids to jail. Even put them in a cell and close the gate. You can’t lock it up though and you can’t leave them overnight. However, you might find that your kids actually enjoy it. In fact, my experience has been that teenagers will love it. The Squirrel…
Ok, technically this isn’t in Iowa – it’s just across the bridge in Nebraska, but it’s a wonderful stop. And that’s exactly why Omar lives under the bridge. His job is to get you to visit him, take your photo with him, and share it with your friends to tell everyone that you’re visiting under…
Travis and Angela Campbell took an old Volkswagen Beetle, removed the wheels, and welded on 8 legs which hoisted it 10 feet in the air. And then placed it across the street from their dad’s house. It turns out welding is in their family, as their father Darwin owns Campbell Welding and Repair. In fact,…
Motorists along I-80 in western Iowa have been greeted by the large smiley face in Adair for decades. Their town’s water tower stands not far from the interstate and is painted yellow with a black smiley face. When was the smiley face painted on the water tower in Adair, Iowa? According to the previous mayor,…