Events in Winnebago & Worth Counties

Winnebago & Worth Counties offer a wide variety of events throughout the year and attractions to visit including historical museums and points of interest. Entertainment and recreational opportunities abound, such as theaters, bowling alleys, breweries and tap houses, aquatic centers, 9 hole and 18 hole golf courses, and of course Diamond Jo Casino.

If you’re into nature and hunting, this is the place for you! With miles of trails, multiple campgrounds, and acres of wildlife areas and parks, you can bag that trophy buck or turkey and also take a break at a picnic table for lunch. If being on the water is more to your liking, there are multiple rivers and lakes for fishing and canoeing/kayaking, and boating.

With many choices for lodging and dining, you will be happy with a burger or a wood-fired grilled pizza before sleeping soundly in your rental cabin or hotel/motel room. There are also a variety of local shopping opportunities that will provide you with unique locally made or Iowa made products. See your two-county brochure below for all of this information and MORE!Winnebago & Worth Counties offer a wide variety of events throughout the year and attractions to visit including historical museums and points of interest. Entertainment and recreational opportunities abound, such as theaters, bowling alleys, breweries and tap houses, aquatic centers, 9 hole and 18 hole golf courses, and of course Diamond Jo Casino.

March

Lake Mills Community Blood Drive

March 21 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Salem Lutheran Church 401 S Lake Street Lake Mills, IA 50450

Set up your appointment to donate blood today!

Venture School – University of Iowa Spring Cohort

March 21 5:30 PM NIACC and Zoom

Orientation Night – February 15th at 5:30 PM on the NIACC CampusClasses - Thursday nights 5:30-9 via Zoom (February 22nd to April 4th)Pitch Night – April 11th at 5:30 PM...

Easter at the Lake - A 100th Anniversary Event!

March 23 1:00 PM Pilot Knob State Park Forest City, IA 50436

Participants MUST REGISTER ONLINE for this event.Join us as we continue to celebrate Pilot Knob State Park's 100th Anniversary with Easter at the Lake.Participants will do a craft, receive an...

Soup & Sandwich Supper

March 23 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Scarville Fire Hall 102 E 2nd St. Scarville, IA 50473

Eat-in or take-out! Pulled pork sandwich, fireman's and regular chili, oyster stew, wild rice and ham.Free-will donation. Money raised will go toward remodeling and new equipment for the Scarville Fire...

Small Business Credit Card Processing Seminar

March 26 7:30 AM Clear Lake Wellness Center

This will be aimed at equipping you with valuable insights on reducing card fees and safeguarding your business from chargebacks and other potential pitfalls in credit processing.This event will feature...

Venture School – University of Iowa Spring Cohort

March 28 5:30 PM NIACC and Zoom

Orientation Night – February 15th at 5:30 PM on the NIACC CampusClasses - Thursday nights 5:30-9 via Zoom (February 22nd to April 4th)Pitch Night – April 11th at 5:30 PM...

Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt

March 30 10:00 AM Lake Mills Community School Foyer 102 S 4th Ave. E Lake Mills, IA 50450

Doors open at 10 a.m. | Hunt starts at 10:20 a.m.Ages 0-4 in HS gym, 5-8 in MS gym and 8-12 in aux gymMake sure to come in time to...

April

★ Heartland Hustle: How to Raise Venture Capital for Your Startup

April 03 1:00 PM NIACC Pappajohn Center, Room #117 500 College Dr Mason City, IA 50401

Calling all visionary founders and entrepreneurs in Iowa’s heartland: are you ready to take your startup to new heights? Join InnoVenture Iowa for an exciting and informative workshop - “Heartland...

Venture School – University of Iowa Spring Cohort

April 04 5:30 PM NIACC and Zoom

Orientation Night – February 15th at 5:30 PM on the NIACC CampusClasses - Thursday nights 5:30-9 via Zoom (February 22nd to April 4th)Pitch Night – April 11th at 5:30 PM...

Venture School – University of Iowa Spring Cohort

April 11 5:30 PM NIACC and Zoom

Orientation Night – February 15th at 5:30 PM on the NIACC CampusClasses - Thursday nights 5:30-9 via Zoom (February 22nd to April 4th)Pitch Night – April 11th at 5:30 PM...

Lazy Acre Winery Reopening

April 30 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Lazy Acre Vineyard 4776 Bluebill Ave. Lake Mills, IA 50450

SAVE THE DATE! Lazy Acre reopens fully stocked with your favorite wines (Schoolhouse Red, Semi Sweet Lou, Frontenac gris, Porch Swing, Firefly & First Kiss)! Celebrate the reopening of Lazy...

Lazy Acre Winery Reopening

April 30 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Lazy Acre Vineyard 4776 Bluebill Ave. Lake Mills, IA 50450

SAVE THE DATE! Lazy Acre reopens fully stocked with your favorite wines (Schoolhouse Red, Semi Sweet Lou, Frontenac gris, Porch Swing, Firefly & First Kiss)! Celebrate the reopening of Lazy...

May

Spring Fling Craft & Vendor Show

May 04 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Kensett Community Center 300 Willow St. Kensett, IA 50448

Come enjoy the day with crafters, home business vendors, flea market and swap meet. There will be breakfast and lunch available. Proceeds are going to the completion of a memorial...

June

22nd Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Fundraiser

June 07 1:00 PM Bear Creek Golf Course 145 Country Club Road Forest City, IA 50436

9-hole, 4-person best shot | $250 per team (4) | dinner includedDon't want to golf? Join us after the tournament for a member social and awards! Dinner fee of $10.Register...