Events in Clinton, IA

Trunk or Treat offers tricks and treats, games, and food in a family friendly setting. The event supports the Middle School Washington D.C. trip.

Enjoy a relaxed tour that delves into the building’s history. Hear how the Lamb Block dates back to 1886 and was completed in a matter of months. Tickets are $15, and purchasing in advance is requested.

Five Cities Brewing in Bettendorf, Iowa hosts a music bingo night that blends classic bingo with name that tune-style challenges and lively singalongs. There is no cost to participate, and winners earn free beer. Expect a fun, social spin on a familiar favorite.

David Koechner brings a live comedy show to DeWitt, Iowa at the DeWitt Operahouse Theatre. Famous for playing Todd Packer on The Office and Champ Kind in Anchorman, he offers an evening filled with laughs in a single performance.

Explore the Jacobsen Building, also known as the Old Lamb Block, on a guided paranormal tour that combines local history with opportunities to attempt communication with spirits said to remain inside. Tickets are $20, and pre-registration is recommended to reserve a spot. Half of all ticket proceeds support repairs, upkeep, and renovations for this historic building. For safety, all guests are required to sign a waiver. Wear closed-toed shoes, and guests may bring tools, flashlights, and masks if they wish. No children under 12, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

CrossFit Millstone hosts a Halloween morning of costumes and fitness, inviting participants to come dressed up for a friendly, community workout that keeps the focus on fun. After the workouts, the parking lot becomes a kid-friendly route where little ones visit decorated car trunks to collect candy and treats. Members can contribute by sprucing up their vehicles and bringing goodies to share. Families are welcome, and children are encouraged to wear costumes and bring their trick-or-treat bags. The aim is to fill the lot with festive displays and build a tradition for the CrossFit Millstone community.

Get into the Halloween spirit with the sixth annual SxS and all-vehicle ride held for Stead Children's Hospital. The ride will set out from the Downtown Pub, and the route will be announced. Activities include a 50/50, a silent auction, a live auction, and plenty of spooky fun.

Pumpkin Palooza 2026 brings Halloween fun to the Clinton Iowa Riverfront Bandshell in Clinton, IA with a family-friendly mix of activities. Explore a craft and vendor market, sample eats from food trucks, and enjoy music along with a variety of games and activities. Costumes are welcome for kids and adults who want to trick or treat. Expect free entertainment and plenty of chances to support local craft artists and vendors.

Tour a castle shaped by a love story, home to thousands of antiques, artwork, and historical objects. Set on a wooded hilltop in Savanna, Illinois near the Mississippi River and close to historic Galena, guests can move through the rooms on a self-guided route at their own pace. A free audio app narrated by the owner is included with admission, or visitors can simply follow the clearly marked signage. Tickets are available online or at the door, and VIP tours with the owner are also available.

Young children can discover a range of sensory stations that engage touch, sight, sound, smell, and movement. This play-focused program nurtures early development, sparks creativity, and builds social skills, with caregivers participating alongside their children. Designed for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers, the session takes place on the lower level.

Experience a VIP tour of Havencrest Castle led in person by owner and artist Alan St. George, who built this hilltop home as an expression of his decades-long love for his wife. Guests explore the first and second floors, continue up to the fifth-floor Crystal Tower, and stop in the Giant Chippendale Chair Room for a photo opportunity. The tour spans 29 rooms and is limited to 10 people.

Enjoy a free, family-friendly Haunted Garden at Rice's Pumpkin Patch & Vegetables in Savanna. Look for a towering 20-foot Frankenstein with his bride and other spooky characters, plus an outdoor screen playing Halloween music videos. Some features may depend on the weather. Bring a camera for a photo in Dracula’s coffin. Children receive a complimentary trick-or-treat bag with goodies. This is a drive-by experience with no parking available, and anyone on foot should remain behind the fence for safety. Have a safe and happy Halloween.

Tony Hoeppner & Friends appear at Tuggers, a burger-focused ale house and restaurant by the Mississippi River. Music is featured alongside beer and burgers in a relaxed riverfront setting.

Bingo takes place at Sabula-Miles VFW Post 5234. Games are played on paper and dobbers are required. Pricing is $10 for the first packet and $5 for the second, plus $2 warm ups, $1 specials, a $1 fish bowl, and $1 for u-pick um. Bloody Marys are available every day.

Enjoy a meal at Culver’s in LeClaire while supporting a club-wide X-Plosion fundraiser. Ten percent of all sales will go to X-Plosion to help cover uniforms for the entire club. Friends, family, co-workers, and ButterBurger fans are welcome, and every purchase helps make the night a success.

Order in person or through the app and apply the code JMGIVES at checkout. When this code is used, 50% of sales are directed back to SJA.

Gather a team for an adults-only trivia night. Bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy at your table. Choose to reserve an entire table for eight for $120 or purchase an individual seat for $15.

Celebrate the second anniversary of Josh and Amanda leading CrossFit Millstone with a partner workout and a welcoming community gathering. Coffee and cardio set the tone, and Kneaded Kindness will be on site offering coffee, energy drinks, and treats. There will be time afterward to connect with friends and enjoy the refreshments.

A welcoming chess club for all ages and abilities, offering a relaxed place to play, learn, and connect over the board. Children, teens, adults, and seniors can enjoy casual games or build skills in an inclusive, supportive environment. The gathering takes place on the lower level.

A favorite on the local scene, Jordan Danielsen performs live at Rawhide Saloon, delivering a set of music to enjoy.

Browse more than 100 tables at an aquatic swap set up like a farmers market, featuring live freshwater fish and plants. Discover new and used equipment, supplies, and decor, with options for aquarium hobbyists of every kind. A list of vendors will be shared a week before the swap.

Get ready to rock with Pat Jones Acoustic Assassin at Bears Showtown USA, INC.

This after-hours experience focuses on the new moon as a time for fresh beginnings, providing space to set intentions and plant the seeds of what you envision next. Participants can engage in manifestation practices and receive blessings if they wish. Children are welcome, and the experience is free.

Step into a dinosaur themed Storytime Squad where take home dinosaur fun awaits. Enjoy a dinosaur story, then get creative by crafting dino finger puppets that encourage imaginative play.

Novel Bloom Book Club returns with The River is Waiting as the featured read. Participation requires buying the book from The Novel Bloom. The bar will be open, and beverages can be purchased.

Enjoy a cozy, guided painting class held indoors at an arboretum building, with views of the gardens and changing leaves to inspire your work. Step by step, learn techniques for depicting fall foliage, smooth color transitions, and the season’s atmosphere, and choose a pre-traced canvas if you would like additional guidance. Please bring $25 for supplies. The experience is planned to take place regardless of the weather.

Rather than throwing worn or broken items away, learn simple ways to give them a second life at this community-focused workshop. Make, Mend, Repair offers hands-on guidance in basic sewing for patching, hemming, and mending, along with easy fixes using hand tools for tightening, gluing, and everyday repairs. Expect practical tips on reusing and repurposing to cut down on waste, plus a friendly space to trade skills, stories, and resources. Bring something to work on, such as a zipper that sticks, a shirt missing a button, or a well-loved toy in need of care, or come without an item and build your skills. Materials and support are provided, and no prior experience is needed. The goal is to help participants feel confident, save money, and practice sustainable habits one fix at a time. Assistance is offered, but outcomes are not guaranteed, since the helpers are librarians, not mechanics. Open to all ages, held in the makerspace on the second floor, and scheduled on the second Thursday of each month. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Korey Pepper makes his third appearance of the year at Rawhide.

Trade in eligible titles from Novel Bloom for store credit through this book buyback. Books must be in good condition, free of highlighting, page tears, and water damage. Only books originally purchased at Novel Bloom are considered, and acceptance is based on demand for each title and current inventory. Submissions are reviewed in the order they are received. Any credit issued can be used immediately or applied to a gift card for a future purchase.

The Kindness Market: Home for the Holidays marks its sixth annual vendor showcase at CrossFit Millstone, highlighting community spirit and the season’s warmth. More than 40 small businesses, including young vendors, offer an array of gift-ready finds. Entry is free, and the first ten adults receive complimentary goodie bags. Activities include a free vendor bingo game with prizes, door prizes, and permanent jewelry, with food and drink trucks on site. K9 Kindness Rescue is supported through raffles, and adoptable dogs and puppies will be present. Free photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus add to a family-friendly atmosphere centered on kindness.

Explore the tradition of tarot as a reflective tool in a beginner-friendly class at Clinton Community College IA. Learn how this practice developed over the centuries, what makes up the deck, and how the Major and Minor Arcana carry meaning. The session guides participants in crafting clear questions, interpreting individual cards and full spreads, and developing the confidence to start reading. Suitable for newcomers as well as those expanding their skills, it offers hands-on methods, historical background, and space to deepen intuitive rapport with the cards.

Deja Vu turns Pink Friday into a full weekend devoted to celebrating and supporting small businesses ahead of the Black Friday rush. Browse a wide selection that includes clothing and accessories, shoes and purses, home decor and furniture, plus holiday treasures and gift ideas. It is a convenient moment to start Christmas shopping or pick out something for yourself while supporting a locally owned shop. Enjoy a pink themed shopping experience throughout the weekend at Deja Vu.

Bring your best pirate attire for a themed night filled with costume contests, games, music, and specials on drinks. Richard Dean will be part of the festivities.

Kick off Thanksgiving with a family-friendly workout at CrossFit Millstone that blends movement, laughter, and community spirit. All fitness levels are welcome, and coaches will provide modifications so everyone can participate comfortably. The gathering celebrates the friendships, encouragement, and energy shared at Millstone. Reservations are available through PushPress.

Black Friday at Deja Vu offers a relaxed alternative to the big-box rush. Browse a shop filled with furniture, clothing, shoes, purses, jewelry, home décor, gifts, and other unique treasures. A special surprise is planned for the occasion, with more details to be shared closer to the event. Stay tuned for updates.

This 5k fun run and walk at Morrison Community Unit School District #6 supports the Morrison Food Pantry, with all proceeds dedicated to the cause. Participants may also bring items to donate, and a list of suggested contributions is available through the event’s registration page. Online registration is available.

Youth Mental Health First Aid offers a five-hour course that equips adults who work with young people to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges. The training focuses on children and teens ages 6 to 18, emphasizing how to provide initial help and connect them with appropriate care. Participants learn the ALGEE action plan, including checking for immediate safety risks such as suicide or harm, listening with empathy and without judgment, providing reassurance and clear information, encouraging professional support when needed, and promoting self-help and other supportive strategies.

At Poopy’s Saloon & Gaming Parlor, a 70s-themed music bingo night features classic favorites and friendly competition. Participants listen for disco, soft rock, funk, and soul hits, then mark their bingo cards as each track plays. It is free to play, with prizes awarded throughout the event. The Savanna Events Committee will be present for a fundraising effort that supports future community events in Savanna.

Kick off the season by crafting a natural wreath at Rock Creek Marina and Campground in Camanche, IA. A wreath base, hand tools, and a selection of fresh greens are supplied, and you are welcome to bring favorite ornaments or bows to personalize your piece. Gardening gloves are not provided, so consider bringing a pair to protect your hands, and you may also want to bring pruning shears or wire cutters if you have them. The program fee is $25 and registration is required. For questions, contact Hannah at 563-349-0956.

Celebrate Christmas in LeClaire at Cody Rose with a welcoming, multi-day event. It spans the weekend with several opportunities to visit and enjoy the spirit of the season.

Eric Whitlock performs live at Rawhide.

Novel Bloom Book Club 2026 returns for a December discussion centered on Theo of Golden. Participation requires purchasing the book from The Novel Bloom. A bar will be open during the event with drinks available for purchase.

At Clinton Community College IA in Clinton, this hands-on class focuses on turning your year’s highlights into a polished holiday or Christmas letter using Canva. Participants follow a guided, step-by-step process that includes selecting a template, tailoring layouts, placing photos, choosing fonts, and shaping a professional look that reflects personal milestones and memories. Whether you want a classic festive feel or a fresh, modern style, you will leave with a finished piece ready to share. To make the most of the session, bring a rough draft of your letter, have access to a Canva account, and gather favorite digital photos from the past year. A free Canva account is sufficient. Instruction covers how to pick and customize templates, organize your story and key moments, integrate images and design elements effectively, and prepare the file for print. By the end, you will have a completed letter and can print as many as 20 copies to send to family and friends. This class is beginner friendly and requires no prior design experience.

Exchange eligible books for store credit at this buy back event. Books must be in good condition with no highlighting, tears, or water damage. Only titles purchased at the Novel Bloom are eligible. Acceptance depends on current demand and stock levels, and books are evaluated in the order received. If any titles are not reviewed by the end of the event, they will be evaluated afterward. Store credit can be redeemed the same day or applied to a gift card for a future purchase.

Take a break from the holiday rush with an intimate night of Christmas music reimagined by City Limit Sax. Smooth saxophone leads are paired with custom, professionally produced backing tracks to create a rich, close-up concert atmosphere. From jazz-inspired standards to contemporary holiday selections, each arrangement is shaped to reflect the warmth and spirit of the season. Ideal for a relaxed evening with friends or a festive outing with family, this performance sets a graceful, feel-good soundtrack for the holidays.

Celebrate the season and soak up some festive cheer with a holiday-focused event that lifts spirits.

Get ready to rock and have a good time.

Explore the world of dice-based divination and see how chance can speak with meaning. This class introduces the history behind using dice and other chance methods, then moves into guided practice where you will roll, frame clear questions, and read the results. You will learn how numbers, symbols, and probability work together to shape messages. The approach blends method and intuition, making it a good fit for anyone drawn to systems, symbolism, or something a bit different. Expect to leave with a usable new skill and a deeper appreciation for this lesser-known form of divination.

A candlelit Yule Ball brings together tea, storytelling, and time-honored winter customs in a cozy setting. Attendees sample a thoughtfully arranged progression of Nordic-inspired teas, each poured in turn and accompanied by a tale rooted in Nordic folklore, seasonal rituals, and meaningful symbolism. Hands-on moments include crafting ornaments, receiving rune readings, and hearing Nordic winter narratives that encourage reflection on intention, protection, and renewal. A styled photo spot offers a place to capture the atmosphere and the spirit of the season. Sip, create, and honor the return of the light at this immersive celebration.

Attendees are encouraged to show off their most over-the-top holiday sweaters, with prizes up for grabs for the ugliest looks. Austin Karr Acoustics provides live music to fuel the festivities.

Book Club After Dark is a highly requested late night gathering for readers who enjoy stories that are spicy, scandalous, and swoon worthy. Every other month the group dives into a smut forward pick that sparks lively conversation, paired with cocktails, cozy vibes, and the after hours charm of The Novel Bloom, a combined book, coffee, and flower shop. The club meets for six months of the year, with a special Book Reveal Party that unveils the reading list for the year ahead. To participate, purchase the selected book from The Novel Bloom to support the small business and keep the club thriving.

Start the night early with music at the pub. It works for a pre-game to kick off the evening, or for an easy get-together with friends that wraps up early. Expect tunes to set the mood without a late night.