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Upcoming Events in Council Bluffs Iowa


January

11 Winterfest Ice Fishing Derby - Ice fishing at Lake Manawa State Park. Prizes for tagged fish, biggest fish, the best decorated ice house and the best chili.

Ph: 712-366-0220 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.winterfestderby.com

February

30 - 31 Creative Gathering - Old-time music, acoustic jams, educational programs and a concert. At the Western Historic Trails Center.

Ph: 712-366-4900 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: kc.hummel@iowa.gov
Web: www.iowahistory.org

7 - 9 Council Bluffs Home Improvement and Landscaping Show - New Home Construction, Remodeling, Windows, Kitchens, Siding, Doors, Paving, Appliances, Sunrooms, Security, Granite, Real Estate, Water Systems, Building Supplies, Financing, Fencing, Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Flooring, Roofing, Foundation Repair, Lawn Care, Mowers, Garden Tractors, Landscaping, Retaining Walls, and More!

Address: Mid-America Center , Council Bluffs, Iowa
Ph: 319-232-0218 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@iowashows.com
Web: www.iowashows.com

July

4 Old-Fashioned Family Independence Day Celebration - Games, food, movies, fireworks. At the Western Historic Trails Center.

Ph: 712-366-4900 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: kc.hummel@iowa.gov
Web: www.iowahistory.org

5 - 6 Lewis & Clark White Catfish Camp Living History Weekend - Lewis & Clark programs, re-enactments, American Indian dance, children's activities, and authentic American Indian food. At the Western Historic Trails Center.

Ph: 712-366-4900 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: kc.hummel@iowa.gov
Web: www.iowahistory.org

November

18 Lewis Central High School Craft Fair - One of the largest fund-raisers for the Lewis Central Bands, craft booths will fill the Lewis Central High School with handmade items for the home, outdoor and seasonal gift-giving. Featured is a bake sale by the band parents, lunch by the Lewis Central Booster Club and an All day raffle of items donated by our crafters. All proceeds will benefit the Lewis Central Band Program. Admission is $2.00 per person. 9:00 AM -- 4:00 PM.

Address: LCHS, 3504 Harry Langdon Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA , Council Bluffs, Iowa
Ph: 712-366-8500 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.lewiscentral.org
Fee: 2.00

December

15 - 16 Holidays on the Trail - Holiday history programs, shopping, children's activities, and refreshments. At the Western Historic Trails Center.

Ph: 712-366-4900 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: kc.hummel@iowa.gov
Web: www.iowahistory.org

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Kanesville Tabernacle

Reconstructed log tabernacle, covered wagon, handcart, tools and artifacts near on the site where Brigham Young was sustained president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in 1847

Council Bluffs, IA Exhibits

Squirrel Cage Jail

One of three remaining examples of the rotary cell jails, this three-story brick structure was completed in 1885 and featured a cage that rotated to allow jailers a view of all cells from a single vantage point. Listed on National Register of Historic Places.

Council Bluffs, IA Jails

Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino and Hotel

Casino with more than 1,200 slots and 30 table games. Hotel, convention center, rooftop restaurant, buffet, diner, and lounge.

Council Bluffs, IA Casinos

Bluffs Run Casino and Greyhound Park

1,500 slot machines, live greyhound racing, simulcast racing, three restaurants, free live entertainment, RV park.

Council Bluffs, IA Casinos

Railswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad

This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroad, historic photos, dining car memorabilia,and uniforms. Also displayed on the grounds are two steam engines, a 1917 waycar, a club car, Railway Post Office car and caboose. Council Bluffs, IA Museums


Things to do near Council Bluffs, IA

Railswest Railroad Museum and HO Model Railroad

This 1899 Rock Island depot, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses an extensive operating model railroa...

Bank of Memories

Orient is located along the original Mormon Trail. A museum houses an original Mormon Trail sign, replica handcart, mural, Mo...

Monroe #8 One-Room Country Schoolhouse

Country schoolhouse is restored to its 1920s era, and is used as a working museum....

Swedish Heritage & Cultural Center

Artifacts, documents, photos and text depict the journey of Swedish immigrants to the United States and southwest Iowa. Six r...

Union County Visitors Center

This renovated 1931 Phillips 66 gas station was dedicated to Union County entrepreneur Frank Phillips and now serves as a vis...