The Chamber has teamed up with the ISU Extension Office to whip up a feast of resources for families to discover all the cool summer shenanigans in town.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Washington Office Spaces Available(7/10/2025)-Office spaces available in the Washington Chamber & Welcome Center building, located in the heart of Washington’s downtown. Monthly rent includes utilities, high speed fiber internet, staffed reception, commercial printers, and use of additional shared meeting spaces including a conference room with advanced technology. Two office spaces are available and can be rented together or…
News Release: Leadership Washington County History Day, Final 2025-2026 Class(4/14/2025)-PRESS RELEASE Leadership Washington County History Day 4/10/25 Kara Booth – [email protected] | 319-653-2151 On Wednesday, April 9th the Leadership Washington Class hopped on a school bus and traveled the countryside and townships as part of County History Day. The day was led by retired teacher and local historian, Mike Zahs and Committee Member, Erika…
Discover Downtown Washington | April 2025(4/10/2025)-Discover Downtown Washington Spring is finally ‘springing’ and we couldn’t be happier! Discover all there is to do, learn how to apply to grants & find your dream office or shop space! Main Street Washington April 10, 2025 FARMERS MARKET OPENS MAY 15th! Vendors are encouraged to join the market meeting on April 19th, 9am,…
Heart of Main Street Awards(3/13/2025)-The Heart of Main Street winners were announced during the Annual Dinner & Awards on Monday, March 10th. We are proud to share the the Heart of Main Street Individual Awards went to TWO very deserving volunteers: Wilson Leppert & Jena Steele while the Heart of Main Street Business Award went to LUX Suites! Jena…
Our calendar of events shows you what’s happening in Washington, Iowa, and surrounding communities!
Be sure to check back often, because new events are being added all the time.
Area community events can be submitted to our online calendar as a free service the Chamber and Welcome Center offers for the community. IMPORTANT! Not only will your events be found online, but if you submit your event by the 15th of the month prior, your event will be featured in our printed monthly calendar, which is distributed around Washington County AND is printed in the Southeast Iowa Union newspaper on the last Thursday of each month.
Download step-by-step instructions to help submit your events online.
Want more exposure? The Chamber offers advertising opportunities in our newsletter to highlight events in our weekly newsletter that reaches approximately 4,000 area community members. This advertising opportunity is available for $100/occurrence (which includes ad creations, links, & images/videos) Chamber Members receive a 50% discount on all paid advertising. Please contact the Chamber at [email protected] with your information.
Businesses celebrating an anniversary, new ownership, added services, or anything your business may want to celebrate, let us know! We would love to set up an Alive After 5 and/or a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Interested in learning more? Contact us today!
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Kirkwood Washington Regional Center
2192 Lexington Blvd, Washington, IA, United States
Join us for a fun-filled Valentine's themed celebration designed for parents and children to enjoy quality time together! Our BOGO event will blend creativity and deliciousness, ensuring a heartwarming experience for all. Learn to arrange a heart-filled charcuterie board to indulge in. While enjoying your variety of snacks, you and your loved one will create…
Celebrate Fiber Arts February at the Dreamcatcher workshops at Studio on the Square. Participants will create their own dreamcatcher using a variety of materials - embroidery hoops, fabric, beads, buttons, ribbons, etc. All supplies will be provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own materials and embellishments to create a truly personal dreamcatcher. 10…
Celebrate Fiber Arts February at the Dreamcatcher workshops at Studio on the Square. Participants will create their own dreamcatcher using a variety of materials - embroidery hoops, fabric, beads, buttons, ribbons, etc. All supplies will be provided. Participants are also welcome to bring their own materials and embellishments to create a truly personal dreamcatcher. 10…
We’ll look at a variety of ways to bind a book with hand stitched pages. Participants will create two small blank books during the class using two of the decorative stitching methods. Examples of decorative stitching can be seen in the second floor display case between the front windows of the library. Limit 12. Register…
We will make Star Books, which appear to be a book when closed, but open to display 3-D scenes in the round. Participants will make a model book at the first class session, and then take the model and pre-cut final book pages home so they can add their own ideas to the pages before…
We will make Star Books, which appear to be a book when closed, but open to display 3-D scenes in the round. Participants will make a model book at the first class session, and then take the model and pre-cut final book pages home so they can add their own ideas to the pages before…
Central Park
107 West Washington St,, Washington, IA, United States
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CELEBRATE WASHINGTON'S CULTURAL & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT in Downtown Washington! Artists from Iowa will come to town to participate in the "En Plein Aire" event, sponsored by Art Domestique. The artists will be creating artwork around town which will be judged and sold at Art Domestique on Sunday, June 15th at 4:30 pm. Pn Saturday, June…
Central Park
107 West Washington St,, Washington, IA, United States
+2 more
CELEBRATE WASHINGTON'S CULTURAL & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT in Downtown Washington! Artists from Iowa will come to town to participate in the "En Plein Aire" event, sponsored by Art Domestique. The artists will be creating artwork around town which will be judged and sold at Art Domestique on Sunday, June 15th at 4:30 pm. Pn Saturday, June…
Central Park
107 West Washington St,, Washington, IA, United States
+2 more
CELEBRATE WASHINGTON'S CULTURAL & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT in Downtown Washington! Artists from Iowa will come to town to participate in the "En Plein Aire" event, sponsored by Art Domestique. The artists will be creating artwork around town which will be judged and sold at Art Domestique on Sunday, June 15th at 4:30 pm. Pn Saturday, June…
Central Park
107 West Washington St,, Washington, IA, United States
+2 more
CELEBRATE WASHINGTON'S CULTURAL & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT in Downtown Washington! Artists from Iowa will come to town to participate in the "En Plein Aire" event, sponsored by Art Domestique. The artists will be creating artwork around town which will be judged and sold at Art Domestique on Sunday, June 15th at 4:30 pm. Pn Saturday, June…
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