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  - - - Dec 2
        
        9:00 am - 5:30 pm
        
        Christmas in Kalona
        
        Dec 2
        
        10:00 am - 1:00 pm
        
        Santa & Mrs Paws Photoshoot
        
        Dec 2
        
        11:00 am - 12:30 pm
        
        FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
        
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    - - Need an electric charging station while visiting our community? Visit this link to learn where we can power you up.
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  - - - A Taste of Washington
        
        Whether you’re on the lookout for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks, in Washington, you can find flavorful fare from morning ’til night.
        
        While you’re here, grab your morning coffee, sit down for a food experience, or indulge in a sweet treat!
        
        Washington welcomes visitors to taste what our city has to offer!
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    Find unique gift, home and wardrobe items throughout Washington, Iowa! Quaint shops offer up candles, sewing supplies, repurposed vintage items, home goods, books and gifts.
- Places to Stay
  - Stay in Washington, IA
    
    If you’re traveling to Washington for the day, why not spend the night here, too? Hospitality includes motels, unique suites, camping and lodging for groups.
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  - - - Experience True Natural Beauty
        
        Explore the outdoors in Washington, Iowa! Bikers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts are welcome here, where we are surrounded by the beauty of nature at every turn.
- Art, Music + Theatre
  - Immerse Yourself in the Arts
    
    Performances, movies, visual arts and hands-on creativity take center stage in Washington! Come for the World’s Oldest Continually Operating Movie Theater and stay for the incredible performing arts spaces, art galleries and places to create!
- History + Museums
  - Where History Happens
    
    Steeped in history, Washington offers museums, historic buildings and homes and barn quilts for those who like to reminisce about the old days.
    
    Barn Quilt County Capital
- Barn Quilt County Capital
  - - - Mini Barn Quilt T-Shirt Fundraiser
        
        Purchase a shirt to help us restore our beautiful historic Barn Quilts! All proceeds go to the repairs of the barn quilts.
        
        Sizes S-XL available. $20 (tax included)
        
        To purchase, please click on the T-Shirt Photo
- Washington State Theatre
  - - - World’s Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre
        
        Continually running since 1897! Be sure to check out this historical site while enjoying a relaxing movie and devouring that delicious popcorn.
News + Stories
Businesses + Resources
- - - Start your Business!
      
      Businesses are choosing Washington for our business-friendly environment, low cost of living, and growing economy.
      
      Creating a robust economic development strategy often takes a concerted effort of multiple partners coming together around a common goal.
  - - Resources
    - Building Grants
  - - Economic Development
City Government
Economic Partners
- Chamber of Commerce
  - - - Chamber of Commerce
        
        Ghosts of Washington (9/20/2023) - WASHINGTON, IA – The Washington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a brand-new event unlike any other they have hosted in the past. On October 28 we are inviting…
        Leadership Washington Class Begins (9/18/2023) - On Wednesday, Sept 13th the Washington Leadership Class of 23-24 met for the first time to start their year off. They started the morning with an icebreaker welcoming all the…
- Main Street Washington
  - - - Main Street Washington
        
        SNOW – ceremony & parade (11/25/2023) - We can’t wait for the 28th Annual Lighted Parade tonight! Please park off the square so our floats can make it around safely Join us in front of the Washington…
        SNOW this Saturday! (11/21/2023) - Main Street Washington is getting ready for lots of SNOW in Washington THIS Saturday! Start your day off with the Jingle Bell Fun Run 2023 downtown and/or Breakfast with Santa…
- WEDG

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Welcome to Washington
Experience Our Town
- Community Calendar
  - - - Dec 2
        
        9:00 am - 5:30 pm
        
        Christmas in Kalona
        
        Dec 2
        
        10:00 am - 1:00 pm
        
        Santa & Mrs Paws Photoshoot
        
        Dec 2
        
        11:00 am - 12:30 pm
        
        FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
        
        View Calendar
    - - Need an electric charging station while visiting our community? Visit this link to learn where we can power you up.
- Special Events + Festivals
- Itineraries for Exploring
- Places to Eat + Drink
  - - - A Taste of Washington
        
        Whether you’re on the lookout for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks, in Washington, you can find flavorful fare from morning ’til night.
        
        While you’re here, grab your morning coffee, sit down for a food experience, or indulge in a sweet treat!
        
        Washington welcomes visitors to taste what our city has to offer!
- Stores to Shop
  - Retail Therapy in Washington
    
    Find unique gift, home and wardrobe items throughout Washington, Iowa! Quaint shops offer up candles, sewing supplies, repurposed vintage items, home goods, books and gifts.
- Places to Stay
  - Stay in Washington, IA
    
    If you’re traveling to Washington for the day, why not spend the night here, too? Hospitality includes motels, unique suites, camping and lodging for groups.
- Welcome To The Great Outdoors
  - - - Experience True Natural Beauty
        
        Explore the outdoors in Washington, Iowa! Bikers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts are welcome here, where we are surrounded by the beauty of nature at every turn.
- Art, Music + Theatre
  - Immerse Yourself in the Arts
    
    Performances, movies, visual arts and hands-on creativity take center stage in Washington! Come for the World’s Oldest Continually Operating Movie Theater and stay for the incredible performing arts spaces, art galleries and places to create!
- History + Museums
  - Where History Happens
    
    Steeped in history, Washington offers museums, historic buildings and homes and barn quilts for those who like to reminisce about the old days.
    
    Barn Quilt County Capital
- Barn Quilt County Capital
  - - - Mini Barn Quilt T-Shirt Fundraiser
        
        Purchase a shirt to help us restore our beautiful historic Barn Quilts! All proceeds go to the repairs of the barn quilts.
        
        Sizes S-XL available. $20 (tax included)
        
        To purchase, please click on the T-Shirt Photo
- Washington State Theatre
  - - - World’s Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre
        
        Continually running since 1897! Be sure to check out this historical site while enjoying a relaxing movie and devouring that delicious popcorn.
News + Stories
Businesses + Resources
- - - Start your Business!
      
      Businesses are choosing Washington for our business-friendly environment, low cost of living, and growing economy.
      
      Creating a robust economic development strategy often takes a concerted effort of multiple partners coming together around a common goal.
  - - Resources
    - Building Grants
  - - Economic Development
City Government
Economic Partners
- Chamber of Commerce
  - - - Chamber of Commerce
        
        Ghosts of Washington (9/20/2023) - WASHINGTON, IA – The Washington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a brand-new event unlike any other they have hosted in the past. On October 28 we are inviting…
        Leadership Washington Class Begins (9/18/2023) - On Wednesday, Sept 13th the Washington Leadership Class of 23-24 met for the first time to start their year off. They started the morning with an icebreaker welcoming all the…
- Main Street Washington
  - - - Main Street Washington
        
        SNOW – ceremony & parade (11/25/2023) - We can’t wait for the 28th Annual Lighted Parade tonight! Please park off the square so our floats can make it around safely Join us in front of the Washington…
        SNOW this Saturday! (11/21/2023) - Main Street Washington is getting ready for lots of SNOW in Washington THIS Saturday! Start your day off with the Jingle Bell Fun Run 2023 downtown and/or Breakfast with Santa…
- WEDG

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Sat 2

December 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Christmas in Kalona

Kalona Historical Village 715 D Ave., Kalona, IA, United States

Visit Kalona for live nativity, music, walking stockings, kids activites, photos with Santa, lighted golf cart parade, carriage rides, caroling, drinks & treats! See full details here.

Sat 2

December 2 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Santa & Mrs Paws Photoshoot

The Laundro-Mutt Grooming Salon LLC 225 W Main St., Washington, IA, United States

please join us and get some holiday photos taken of your pets! dogs, cats and others are all welcome! there will be some goodies provided. dogs and cats must be…

Sat 2

December 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sat 2

December 2 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sat 2

December 2 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Brighton Tree Lighting and Cookies with Santa

Brighton Central Park and City Hall Brighton

Tree Lighting in Central Park @ 5:00 p.m. Cookies & Cocoa for Santa in Brighton City Hall @ 6:00 p.m.

Sun 3

December 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sat 9

December 9 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: TMNT

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sat 9

December 9 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: TMNT

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sun 10

December 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: TMNT

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sat 16

December 16 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

Sat 16

December 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Holiday Meal Kit Giveaway

Mills Seed Company 212 North Iowa Ave,, Washington, IA, United States

December 16: Holiday meal kit giveaway at 11am, Mills Seed Building, 212 N. Iowa Ave. Free while supplies last. Cash or check donations to: Washington For Justice, 110 W Main…

Sat 16

December 16 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm FREE Merchant Movies

FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse

State Theatre 123 W Washington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States

FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023

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