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Sip away a day in Waterloo

With over 40 vendors to sample, you’re bound to find a new favorite drink ...

Poke around the carnival in Pocahontas

Standing a whopping 25 feet tall, the Princess Statue on the eastern edge of Highway ...

Go with the flow in the Quad Cities

Go ahead, dance like nobody is watching at the Alternating Currents silent disco. Feel ...

Historic highlight: Visit a blacksmith shop in Haverhill

Matthew Edel built a blacksmith shop in Haverhill in the 1880s. Photo: State Historical Society ...

Dining destination: Indian street fusion at Delhicacy

Delhicacy’s best-selling Indian street tacos come in three tasty varieties: chicken tikka, mango chili chicken ...

Five spots to paddle in Des Moines

With plenty of places to rent gear, you’ll never be up a creek without a ...

Learn about Meskwaki culture during the annual powwow

The Meskwaki Nation hosts its 107th annual powwow near Tama. Photo: Meskwaki Media. Held on the ...

Good vibes and great times at Hinterland

Grab a spot to lounge on the hill or pack in close to the stage at ...

Sweet Corn Days are even sweeter in Elkader

They’re serving up the goods (for free!) during Elkader’s Sweet Corn Days. Photo: Elkader ...

Irish and Iowa-ish culture mix in Waterloo

Pouring the perfect pint is an art form. Learn how to get just the right amount ...