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Fall fun in Des Moines & Cedar Rapids–Iowa City: Best pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hayrides
Looking for fall activities in central and eastern Iowa? Check out these pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fall festivals near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City.
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Add apple-picking to your fall 2026 bucket list: 8 Iowa U-pick farms to check out
These Iowa orchards and U-pick farms offer apple picking and seasonal fun.
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Your fall 2026 guide to leaf peeping in Iowa
Planning a fall road trip? Here’s where to go leaf peeping in Iowa in 2026, from the Mississippi River corridor to scenic drives.
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15 fall events across eastern, northern, and central Iowa worth the drive in 2026
Plan a fall weekend with this 2026 guide to 15 Iowa festivals and events across eastern, northern, and central Iowa, including concerts, art fairs, pumpkin patches, and small-town traditions.
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2026 Oktoberfest celebrations happening across Iowa
With endless beer and brats, lawn games, costume contests, and live music, these are the best 2026 Oktoberfest celebrations in Iowa.
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See awe-inspiring autumn hues by hitting these Driftless Area trails
Drink in autumn leaf displays paired with dramatic limestone bluffs, ice caves, and more on these Driftless Area hikes.
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The best early-fall activities in Iowa (before peak season crowds)
Take advantage of late August and early September to get outside and enjoy some of the best seasonal activities in Iowa.
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11 fun (and free!) Labor Day events in Iowa
Looking for something to do over Labor Day weekend without spending a fortune? Here are free concerts, festivals, parades and more happening across Iowa.
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It pays (literally) to be a poll worker in Iowa
Learn about poll worker requirements, eligibility, training, pay, and how to sign up to serve as a poll worker in Iowa.
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Primitive camping in Iowa: 7 scenic & serene spots to check out
Ready to unplug? Here are some of the best places to experience primitive camping in Iowa.
