Iowa’s last remaining rocket slides
The first rocket slide in the US was built in Miami, Florida, in 1967, and it was so popular that thousands of communities called and…
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19 CORNy places to visit in Iowa
Whether it’s sweet corn, field corn, or even popcorn – corn is king in Iowa. And because of that, we have some pretty corny places…
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Corn Festivals in Iowa
Corn in King in Iowa – and you would expect to see a few corn-related festivals. Here’s our list of the best-known corn festivals in…
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Big things in the little town of Clarence, Iowa
Demeter’s Market Address: 508 Lombard St., Clarence, Iowa Website | Facebook Page It’s a local small-town bakery featuring hand-crafted, long-fermented, naturally leavened breads and pastries….
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Iowa restaurants worth a one hour drive
We recently asked Iowa Road Trip followers this question: “Name an Iowa restaurant you would drive an hour to eat at.” We received about 1,600…
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Best free admission museums in Iowa
————————————————————- Central Iowa Museums with free admission State Historical Museum of Iowa, Des Moines What: Exhibits relating to the history of Iowa including: Civil War…
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When and where to see the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan in Iowa
During December, catch up with the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan, featuring the trademark bright red Coca-Cola semitrailer with holiday lights. They are parked at various businesses…
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See 600+ animated Christmas figurines at Manilla’s Christmas Animated Extravaganza (2025)
Sisters Pat Palmer, Ann Lockwood, and Mary Underwood have been collecting animated Christmas figurines for years. And now their collection, totaling over 600, is available…
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Dome for the Holidays (2025)
It’s the newest holiday lights tradition in Central Iowa, featuring lights in the tropical indoor gardens under the geodesic dome at the Greater Des Moines…
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Iowa’s Best Holiday Markets (2025)
November and early December are the season for holiday markets and here are the best holiday markets in Iowa. Des Moines Holiday Boutique WHEN: Nov…
