The best things to do in Marshalltown

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Gladbrook Theater

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Old-fashioned movie theater offering concessions & newly released films in simple surroundings.

319 2nd St (Gladbrook)

Old-fashioned movie theater offering concessions & newly released films in simple surroundings.

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Rooted here since 1962 and still family-run, Collison Par 3 Golf Course is one of Iowa’s few 18-hole par-3 courses, with holes from 87 to…

1731 Taylor Ave

Rooted here since 1962 and still family-run, Collison Par 3 Golf Course is one of Iowa’s few 18-hole par-3 courses, with holes from 87 to 250 yards for all ages and skill levels, and no tee times, so you can roll up for nine or loop all eighteen.

From the Marshalltown newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Whether you’re chasing a quick round or dialing in your swing year round, Wandering Creek Golf Course pairs well kept greens and a fun,…

2436 233rd St

Whether you’re chasing a quick round or dialing in your swing year round, Wandering Creek Golf Course pairs well kept greens and a fun, creek-laced 9 with indoor Full Swing simulators. Finish at the laid back clubhouse, or roll over from the Linn Creek Trail for a cold one.

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Midnight Garden

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Midnight Garden blends decades of know-how with friendly, family-run service to pull off personal, community, and commercial events without…

1501 S 17th Ave

Midnight Garden blends decades of know-how with friendly, family-run service to pull off personal, community, and commercial events without the stress. With local roots and 20 years of experience around Marshalltown, they bring your vision to life while handling the details, start to finish.

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Oakwood Golf Course

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Oakwood Golf Course is the kind of no-fuss hometown track where you can sneak in a quick round after work, jump into a weekend tournament,…

130 Oakwood Dr (Conrad)

Oakwood Golf Course is the kind of no-fuss hometown track where you can sneak in a quick round after work, jump into a weekend tournament, or just collect a few birdie stories. Straightforward green fees and carts, memberships if you’re hooked, plus a clubhouse you can rent when the party shifts off the greens.

From the Marshalltown newsletter, September 11, 2026

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