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.
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!
Leadership Washington Explores Local Ag Community(3/26/2025)-Washington, Iowa – The Washington Chamber of Commerce Leadership Washington program hosted Agriculture Day on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, providing local business professionals with an immersive, full-day experience into Washington County’s diverse agricultural industry. The event began at Dallmeyer Hall at the Washington County Extension Office, with attendees traveling by bus to various farms and…
Annual Dinner Recap and Chamber of Commerce Citizen & Business of the Year(3/10/2025)-FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner was held February 27, at the RiversideCasino and Golf Resort. The partnership includes the Washington Economic Development Group (WEDG), Main Street Washington and the Washington Chamber of Commerce. Almost 300 attendees gathered to enjoy a social hour, dinner and a program highlighting the organizational accomplishments…
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…
Reflecting on 2024 & Looking Ahead to 2025(1/24/2025)-Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth and Achievement Happy New Year! 2024 was a year full of growth and celebration across Downtown Washington, and we cannot express how grateful we are for our amazing community! We couldn’t have done it without YOU! 2024 Rundown for MSW: 700+ Volunteer Hours (Worth $21,000+)! 19 MSW Events…
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.
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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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Lebowski's Rock n Bowl
1601 E Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
Comedy Dinner Show featuring Scott Long and BBQ Dinner Menu: 3 Meat Platter, Mac & Cheese, Bacon Green Beans & Apple Pie Cake.Nationally touring comedian Scott Long has been seen on NBC, FOX, Bob & Tom and more! Scott also is a proud University of Iowa graduate. His “Flyover Comedy Tour ” show could only…
Local Wayland churches will once again host the Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner. For over 15 years, the free dinner has fed over 150 people annually. The churches from the local area make all the homemade fixings of a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Food is served from 11a-1p on Thanksgiving Day at WACO High School in Wayland,…
Wooden Wheel Vineyards, LLC
1179 Highway 92, Keota, IA, United States
Wooden Wheel Vineyards Presents: Small Business Christmas December 17th 5pm – 9 pm. A night to Wine & Dine your employees. Reservations required please call the winery at 641-636-2180Special Event Menu: Appetizer Buffet, Spring Green salad with Champagne Vinaigrette, Smoked Pork Chop or Airline Chicken Breast with Cranberry Glaze served with Garlic smashed red skin…
This event is hosted by Washington First Assembly of God. To receive a meal, call 319-653-3749 and leave your name, specify dine in, carryout or delivery, the number of meals you are requesting, your address, and phone number. You may also email your reservation at [email protected]. You will receive a confirmation call or email confirming…
You can be part of the celebration!Tickets are $70/person or $500/table Contact Angie Boyse at [email protected] to reserve your seat now! Or if you or you business would like to donate to the Silent Auction or Sponsor this event, please contact Angie Goodwin at [email protected].
United Presbyterian Church
209 East Main St., Washington, IA, United States
Rotary Turkey Dinner – Monday, September 12th 4:30 pm -7:00 pm at United Presbyterian Church. Ticket price $11.00 pre-ticket or $12 at the door. Kids menu $5 hotdog meal – under 5 Free (eat-in only). Carry-out available.
Cafe Dodici
122 S Iowa Ave., Washington, IA, United States
Support the Betterment Foundation and join us at Dodici’s on September 14th. 10% of sales will be donated to the mission of the Betterment Foundation. If you are an organization and would like to partner with Dodici’s for your organization’s tip night, please contact Isabella Santoro @ [email protected]
Support the Betterment Foundation and join us at Unc & Neph’s on September 20th. 10% of sales will be donated to the mission of the Betterment Foundation. If you are an organization and would like to partner with Unc & Neph’s for your organization’s tip night, please contact Kim Coleman @ [email protected]
Saturday, October 29, 2022 Doors open at 4:30 pm Show @ 5 pm – 7 pm $10 per person advance sale…$15 per person at the Door… (advance sales appreciated) Seating is limited so make your reservation and payment SOON.. Contact Sherrie or Jim at 319-657-3782 or [email protected] to make your reservation. Grab a meal from…