eastern Iowa

Jousting, handmade goods, giant turkey legs, costumes, honey mead, live entertainment... you can enjoy all these things and more at several Iowa renaissance festivals in 2026!

This spring, Midwest Living put out a list of their picks for the best small towns in all 12 Midwest states for 2026. Here in Iowa, the 2026 winner is Decorah, located in the Northeast corner of the state!

In 2026, there are less than 300 drive-in movie theaters left in the United States. Four of them are here in the state of Iowa! Check out all of the Hawkeye State's drive-ins that are still open in 2026!

2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Iowa's iconic What Cheer Flea Market, and the first market of the year is coming up this weekend at the Keokuk County Fairgrounds!

We've put together a list of things to do in the Corridor & Cedar Valley, as well as other big events across Eastern Iowa... and beyond!

Whether you're looking for weekly lessons or special events, we've put together a list of places you can learn to line dance all over our half of the state!

BUCKLE UP: It's officially Girl Scout Cookie Season here in Eastern Iowa! Read more about this year's brand new cookie!

As part of our '12 Days of Questions,' we asked Iowans to share with us their favorite places they traveled to this year. Whether it was 20 minutes away or 20 hours away, we want to hear about it!

Who doesn't love a great piece of pizza? If you live in Iowa or are just passing through, you need to try this spot in Des Moines!

Always prioritize safety! While social media can be a fun way to share ideas, not everything that goes viral is accurate. One common misconception circulating online is that collecting and harvesting rainwater is illegal. Popular TikTok channels dedicated to rainwater collection often receive numerous comments claiming it's against the law—but is there any truth to these claims?