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 Hosts Economic Development & Finance Day(10/15/2024)-FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 10, 2024 Washington, Iowa – On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Leadership Washington participants engaged in a full day of learning and networking focused on economic development and finance. The day’s events were hosted by MaryAnn White and Jessica Yoder, offering attendees an in-depth look at the economic drivers of Washington County.…
Washington Golf and Country Club Celebrates 100 Years!(9/16/2024)-Washington, IA- Saturday, September 14, 2024 the Washington Chamber Ambassadors had the pleasure of celebrating a 100-Year Anniversary of our local Washington Golf and Country Club! Prior to the shotgun start, friends, family and, patrons gathered together for a ribbon cutting photo to celebrate this monumental occasion! Tournament was followed up by Live Music.…
Wonderland in Washington + Exciting News!(11/8/2024)-New & Exciting! Main Street Washington received a Branding Grant from MSI earlier this year and we’ve just completed the process! You’ll be seeing all kinds of new and beautiful logos for our organization, events and the downtown as a destination! There are only FIVE Lights of Love Memorial Trees left! Get yours today by…
July in Downtown Washington(7/12/2024)-What’s New Main Street Washington NEW OFFICE at Greiner Plaza! Just last week, we moved into our new home at Greiner Plaza, 120 E Main St, Suite 6A. We are thrilled to be on Main Street with some great ‘neighbors’ like Thrivent, WEDG & WCRF (and obviously, Greiner Buildings)! We will be celebrating with the whole building on Friday, August 2nd so mark your calendars…
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.
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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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Washington County Fairgrounds
611 IA-1, Washington, IA, United States
A Multi-Route Bike Ride through Southern Johnson and Washington Counties. Supports the Sarcoma Cancer Research Program at the University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. Courage Ride, an annual charity bike ride benefiting the University of Iowa’s sarcoma cancer research program. The ride will resume as both an in-person and virtual event. It also has added a…
Washington Fire Department
215 East Washington, Washington, IA, United States
In Person, Carry out’s availableServing Lunch 11am-1pm Serving Supper 5pm – 7pm Adults $10 Kids (6-10) – $8 5 & under eat free Can purchase in advance from any fireman or the day of at the door.
Cafe Dodici
122 S Iowa Ave., Washington, IA, United States
Enjoy lunch or dinner at one of our local favorites and give back to the holiday lights around the square.On Wednesday, January 19th dine in or carry-out lunch or dinner and Cafe Dodici will give 10% of your meal back toward the Washington Chamber of Commerce holiday lights project. Visit www.cafedodici.com to order carry-out or call 319-653-4012…
The Kalona Mennonite & Historical Societies are hosting a Drive Thru Soup Supper Friday March 18th 5-7:30 p.m. Free Will Donation Choose from – Chili, Cheesy Potato and Cheesy Broccoli. You will also receive crackers, roll, and dessertFor more information call 319-656-3232 or e-mail [email protected]
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].
Lebowski's Rock n Bowl
1601 E Washington St., Washington, IA, United States
$100 event ticket which includes One entry to the raffle, Dinner for up to 2 guests & Live entertainment. To Purchase ticket contact Tara Luers: 920-390-0232, Rachel Berdo: 319-461-1161, KCII Radio Station or Kim Farrell: [email protected]
Free will donation with proceeds going to the maintenance of the building. Serving: Pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, biscuits & gravy, coffee, milk & juice.
4 Mile run/walk 1 Mile Obstacle run. Race Day Registration – 8:00AM Race Time – 9AM. Proceeds fund WCSD Physical Education Departments and YMCA Youth Programs. For any questions contact Teri Hartzler at 319-653-2141 or e-mail [email protected]
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]
Sunset Park
911 West Main St., Washington, IA, United States
Saturday September 17thSunset Park/Kewash Trail Registration 8AM Race Begins at 9AM Registration $25-12 and under, $30- 13 and up Early Bird Registration $20- 12 and under, $25-13 & up
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]