Events in Marshalltown, IA

The Newton Farmers' Market offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with vendors and activities for all ages. Browse produce from nearby farms, freshly baked treats, farm-to-table offerings, and distinctive handmade goods. A diverse lineup of food trucks serves plenty of options for a snack or a meal. Entertainment rotates each week, featuring live performances, games, and other fun for everyone. It showcases local flavors and craftsmanship in one lively setting.

The Tama County Historical Society hosts storyteller Darrin Crow at the Wieting Theatre for a program celebrating Americans who have helped improve the nation over the past 250 years. In honor of the bicentennial, he spotlights often overlooked individuals whose perseverance, compassion, and sacrifice made a difference, including Peter Francisco, nicknamed the "Incredible Hulk of the American Revolution", combat nurse Frances Slanger, and Joseph Medicine Crow. Crow is known for vivid, engaging performances that keep audiences absorbed in venues ranging from classrooms and museums to festivals, art fairs, and an ancient Greek amphitheater. These are stories of courage and hope suited for all ages. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.

This week’s market embraces a Cy-Hawk Tailgate theme that celebrates the ongoing in state rivalry. Enjoy live music at Bricktown Bakery, activities for kids on the Nevada Public Library lawn, and a wide variety of vendors to explore.

A monthly book sale takes place in the basement of the Nevada Public Library. Browse the selections and find a book to take home.

Part 2 of the Tama Truck and Tractor Pull brings a second pull to Tama with admission set at $15, including a special discount for frontline workers. Children 10 and under get in free. Personal coolers are allowed for a $10 fee, and attendees should bring their own chairs for seating.

Returning due to popular demand, The Feel Right Band is back for another performance.

This pancake breakfast fundraiser supports South Tama's Youth Sports Foundation football program. Every dollar raised helps the program.

The final Pack a Box of the year offers a straightforward deal. Select any four plant starters for $25 and take them home to grow.

This pre-harvest consignment auction brings together hay and agricultural equipment, with a dedicated segment featuring the Braymen Moving Liquidation, the Jeske Retirement, and the Ellingson Estate. Bidding is offered online as well as in person. The auction starts with hay and then moves directly into equipment after the final hay lot. Consignments are currently being accepted. Buyer’s premiums are 10 percent for all online winning bids, capped at $1,000, 5 percent on winning floor bids for equipment, and 0 percent on winning floor bids for hay.

A local farmers market takes place in Maxwell.

At Central Park for Tuesday Music at the Pavilion, Paparoni's food truck offers Italian cuisine prepared with a homestyle touch and the quality of a sit-down restaurant.

Celebrate classic automobiles at Grinnell Cruise Night during an evening of vintage car fun. For more information, check the event flyer.

The DETOUR Band performs dance tunes made popular by artists such as Luke Combs, the Eagles, Eric Church, Journey, Morgan Wallen, Alabama, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blake Shelton, Kid Rock, Chris Stapleton, Chicago, and the Doobie Brothers, with more in the mix. This live set is built for the dance floor.

Movie night at the museum features National Treasure along with special after-hours access to the museum buildings. Presented by the MACC Events Crew with the Community Historical Society, the film will be shown in the museum’s south building. Concessions will be available. For the first time, the museums will open for nighttime tours, offering a rare look inside the buildings in Maxwell, where extensive artifacts and collections are cared for by a board of dedicated volunteers. If weather is unfavorable, the event will move to the MACC.

The DETOUR Band delivers a dance-ready mix of country and classic rock. Hear songs made famous by Luke Combs, the Eagles, Eric Church, Journey, Morgan Wallen, Alabama, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blake Shelton, Kid Rock, Chris Stapleton, Chicago, the Doobie Brothers, and others.

Enjoy a biscuits and gravy breakfast featuring classic biscuits and gravy, fruit cups, and other refreshments. Contributions are accepted as a free will donation, and all proceeds support the Hardin County Historical Society.

Designed for students in grades 7 through 12, this monthly program features a different stand-alone roleplaying game each session. New players are welcome, and snacks and all necessary materials are provided.

This week's theme is Bee Kind, honoring Honeybee Month with a focus on local honey vendors. Live music at Bricktown Bakery and kids activities on the Nevada Public Library lawn accompany a diverse group of vendors. The event encourages support for local honey vendors.

A market at The Milford connected to the Central Iowa Junk Jaunt. The Milford location is closed on Sunday so the space can be refreshed for upcoming events and guests can check out of their suites without disruption. Additional announcements about this market are on the way.

A family-friendly walk and run at Hickory Grove County Park honors Remy, a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog remembered after a battle with bone cancer. Families are welcome to participate with their dogs on a fall walk around the trail at Hickory Grove lake. Afterward, Alley’s Sandwiches and Wraps food truck will be on site for lunch. All registration funds benefit the Chase Away K-9 Cancer Foundation.

Enjoy an event featuring the Egg Roll Ladies.

A monthly book sale takes place in the basement of the Nevada Public Library. Browse the selection and purchase books at your own pace.

Ballard alumni, former and current staff, teachers, and administrators are invited to an all-school reunion that brings the community together during Ballard Homecoming Weekend. Expect an evening of reminiscing, laughter, and celebration at Flight. The gathering welcomes Bombers from every era and also serves as an opportunity to raise funds and support for the Ballard Education Foundation. It is a chance to honor the past, reconnect with classmates and colleagues, support the future, and keep the Ballard spirit going strong.

Encore Legends returns to Meskwaki Bingo Casino & Hotel with a high-octane party rock show that blends styles and lights up the dance floor. Powered by musicians with years of experience, the band delivers a lively set made for celebrations at casinos, festivals, weddings, and corporate events. Count on a concert that raises the energy from start to finish and leaves the crowd buzzing. The group is represented by Beyond Media Entertainment (BME).

A powerhouse night of heavy rock arrives when STOIK takes the stage at Mom's Maxwell in Maxwell, Iowa. Expect thunderous guitar work, driving rhythms, and an electrifying live set that keeps the room buzzing. With cold drinks on hand and the focus squarely on live, loud rock, this show brings an energetic night out to a favorite local spot.

Encore Legends returns to Meskwaki Bingo Casino & Hotel with a high energy rock show built for dancing and sing alongs. This veteran group mixes styles to keep the music moving, featuring musicians who have refined their craft over many years. Known for transforming corporate events, casinos, weddings, and festivals into lively celebrations, they bring an electrifying stage presence and a set aimed at filling the dance floor. Represented by Beyond Media Entertainment, also known as BME, they deliver a performance that lives up to their name.

Celebrate Nevada Cub Pride at the downtown market, where community spirit sets the tone. Live music will be happening at Bricktown Bakery, and the Nevada Public Library lawn will host activities for kids. Explore a variety of vendors while taking in the lively atmosphere.

This fall gathering at Grinnell Elks Lodge #1266 is the annual Oktoberfest and Nutt Fry Friday celebration with tasty food, refreshing drinks, and a festive Oktoberfest atmosphere. Rocky Mountain Oysters take center stage and add a conversation starting twist to the evening. Further details and menu updates will be shared as the event approaches.

The Tama County Historical Society will showcase what is new at the Tama County Museum, highlighting added archival storage capacity and easier access to materials in the collection. The program includes tutorials on how to use these resources and guidance on researching with the society’s collection of newspapers available online. There is no cost to attend and everyone is welcome.

Enjoy barbecue and smoked side dishes prepared by General Lee’s Smoke Shack.

Main Street in Rhodes hosts the second evening of the Main Street Market, featuring local vendors such as Half Pint Pantry, Dirty Fuel, White Pickett Fence Painting, Leave No Stone Unturned Shoppe, and PRINTz ALL. The market pairs with a new Lantern Lit Trail for an added seasonal experience. Organizers also remind attendees to watch for fake accounts and suspicious links, and note that official updates will only be shared through their official page.

At Oak Ridge MX, The Moto Academy presents a five-day camp designed as a full rider reset, blending focused dirt bike training with personal development and a strong sense of community. Riders of all ages and skill levels are welcome, whether returning to the sport, aiming to level up, or seeking a safe and supportive environment for families. Each day includes about five hours of expert on-bike coaching, confidence and mindset work, group workouts and trail runs, plus film review with detailed rider analysis. Evenings feature activities, challenges, and mini races that build skills and camaraderie. Instruction is led by certified Moto Academy coaches with support from an experienced team. Camps typically bring together around 100 riders while maintaining a strong coach to rider ratio. Participants are organized into three to four smaller groups based on ability to promote safety and individualized attention, and extra off-track help is available when needed. Admission covers five days of riding instruction, daily coaching and group activities, in-depth video feedback, full access to evening programming, a comprehensive mental, physical, and technical training plan, and a limited edition camp shirt. Two ticket types are available. A non refundable option can be canceled at any time for store credit that never expires. A refundable option allows a full refund up to seven days before camp, with a 50 percent refund inside seven days.

Six Pack Jack returns to Meskwaki Bingo Casino & Hotel for the first of two back-to-back shows, bringing a high-energy set that keeps the dance floor moving. The band blends classic rock, pop favorites, today’s hits, and a touch of country, with covers from artists such as Journey, Van Halen, Big & Rich, Poison, Bon Jovi, Lady Gaga, Metallica, Shania Twain, Abba, Joan Jett, Steve Earl, Black Crows, Ozzy Osborne, Guns N’ Roses, B-52s, Night Ranger, Billy Joel, Kelly Clarkson, 3 Doors Down, Skid Row, AC/DC, ZZ Top, KISS, The Cranberries, The Killers, The Romantics, Great White, Bryan Adams, BLINK 182, Blonde, Prince, Jimmy Eats World, Chappel Roan, 4 Non-Blondes, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, and Def Leppard. A lively night of music and dancing awaits.

On the season's opening day for pheasant hunting, a hearty breakfast will be served featuring biscuits with gravy, fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, sausage, and toast for $10. There will also be prize drawings. All are welcome.

Enjoy seasonal fun with pumpkin archery, a craft activity, a hike with a scavenger hunt, and wagon hay rides. Hot dogs, smores, and popcorn will be available. This event is free and open to the public.

Six Pack Jack returns to Meskwaki Casino for another night of high-energy live music. Known for filling the dance floor, the band blends classic rock, pop favorites, current hits, and a dash of country for an evening of nonstop fun. Expect crowd-winning covers that stretch from Journey, Van Halen, and Bon Jovi to Lady Gaga, Shania Twain, Abba, Joan Jett, and Metallica, along with favorites by Billy Joel, AC/DC, ZZ Top, KISS, Prince, The Killers, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Def Leppard, and more. It is a lively night out with great music and plenty of dancing at Meskwaki Casino.

General Lee’s Smoke Shack is back, featuring barbecue and smoked side dishes.

A monthly book sale is held in the basement of the Nevada Public Library.

Enjoy an early Thanksgiving style supper featuring turkey and ham, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, green bean casserole, and a variety of pies and other desserts. Meals are $12, and children 10 and under are $6. This event is open to the public.