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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Paws & More Animal Shelter
1004 West Madison St., Washington, IA, United States
Come join us in person to celebrate the holiday season at PAWS & More Open House. Our dogs and cats will have their stockings hung hoping for treats or that ultimate gift–adoption. Refreshments will be served. Dec 4, Noon to 4 PM.Stop in for a holiday treat and say hi to PAWS’ staff and all…
Your pets wanna tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what they want for Christmas this year! They have all been good ol boys and girls! Come join us for a photo and treats at Landro-Mutt Grooming Salon
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 current on vaccines for rabies and distemper. please be prepared to have full control over your animal as this is a small space and you…
Paws & More Animal Shelter
1004 West Madison St., Washington, IA, United States
Join us at the shelter as we host a week's worth of fun events to celebrate the spirit of volunteerism in our community! From Sunday, April 21st through Saturday, April 27th, we will have a new drop-in activity or project happening, and we'll have plenty of snacks and treats for you to enjoy! Experience a…