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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City Wide | Washington, Iowa
Washington, IA, United States
Have you heard of the “Iowa Freedom Rocks”? “A unique 99-piece mural across Iowa”. These boulders, one for each county in Iowa is hand painted by Ray “Bubba” Sorensen ll. They are originally dedicated to all U.S. military veterans. Join us on a 6 county bus tour to visit a few of these beautifully painted…
$65 per person (includes TRANSPORTATION ON A CHARTER BUS) Please make checks out to ACT….and mail to ACT PO Box 35 Ainsworth, Iowa 52201Call 319-657-3782 to make reservations 9:00 am Meet and Depart from Ainsworth Opera House Community Center 284 N Railroad Street Ainsworth, Iowa 52201 9:15 am Hills Bank Nativity Presentation by Mike Zahs…
Bob and Janet Gerard “Bob Tales” of Marengo Iowa will be talking about living and working with mules. He will share his experiences with his teams, driving clinics he has given and much more.For more information call 319-656-3232 or [email protected]
Tour the historic Deere-Wiman House in Moline and enjoy a delicious 4-hour lunch cruise on the celebration Belle – a non-gaming boat. “Classic Oldies” Live entertainment included!Join us on Thursday, June 9th at 7:00 a.m. Cost: $118 per person (includes tour, lunch, cruise, chartered bus, and all taxes and tips) For reservations, contact Patty Roe…
A guided tour by Micheal Zahs… you are sure to learn something new and FUN from the past. We will tour sites of historical and scenic interest in Louisa County. Transportation will be provided by a modern charter bus with limited seating available. We will visit some known and unknown cemeteries in addition to other…
Downtown Washington
Central Park Fountain, Washington, IA, United States
Have you always wanted to see one of the beautiful second story apartments? Do you know who the knights of pythias are? Join Main Street’s historic walking tour to find out all of this and more! Get your ticket and your walking shoes on to learn about our history and get exclusive looks into businesses…
Downtown Washington
Central Park Fountain, Washington, IA, United States
Have you always wanted to see one of the beautiful second story apartments? Do you know who the knights of pythias are? Join Main Street’s historic walking tour to find out all of this and more! Get your ticket and your walking shoes on to learn about our history and get exclusive looks into businesses…