Fall Festivals 2025

C.R.’s Chill-est Fall Events!

Checkout this year’s line-up of can’t-miss fall festivals in and around the Cedar Rapids area. We’ll see you there!

September

Fall Festival, Bass Farms

Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), September & October
Join us for our annual Fall Festival in September and October! Bring the family to enjoy a hay rack ride, pick out your pumpkins, or shop our specialty food store for the best tasting apple butter or a scoop of Snap O' Lantern ice cream on a crunchy waffle cone! Admission entry fee required to play in our activity area, enjoy a hay rack ride and navigate the corn maze!

Triptych of fall in Cedar Rapids. From left to right: children play in front of a giant jack o lantern sculpture, women dance in colorful dresses, couple wearing lederhosen

BrewNost, National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

September 19, 2025
Enjoy food and beverage from some of the area’s finest restaurants, local breweries and distilleries, along with international beers, wine, and spirits. Supporting the educational and cultural mission of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, this festive outdoor celebration includes live music, live and silent auction prizes, and the drawing of the BrewNost raffle prize — a trip for two to Prague! (Need not be present to win.)

7th Annual Farm Fresh Reggae, Troy’s Farm - Springville, IA

September 19-20, 2025
We’re excited to welcome you back for the 7th Annual Farm Fresh Reggae Music + Arts Festival featuring live music, art, food camping and more!

Festival Latino, McGrath Amphitheatre

September 13th, 2025
We look forward to seeing you at the Festival Latino of Cedar Rapids on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the McGrath Amphitheatre. Join us for a day of culture, food, and music—everyone is welcome!

Apfelfest, Amana Colonies

September 13, 2025
Apfelfest is a festival dedicated to America’s favorite fruit! It’s a beautiful time to visit the Colonies and you’ll find apple treats, apple gifts, and apple desserts at many of the businesses.

Triptych of people enjoying fall in Cedar Rapids. From left to right: woman in traditional clothing at Brewnost, candied apples, and a beer sample at Oktoberfest

Marion Oktoberfest, Uptown Marion

September 20, 2025
Enjoy a fun afternoon sampling a wide variety of beer brands and styles at the 2025 Marion Oktoberfest. The event features the best breweries in Iowa and surrounding areas. Reps will be on hand to visit with and educate beer enthusiasts! The festival will take place on 7th Avenue in the heart of Marion's historic district, Uptown Marion. Each attendee will receive a commemorative tasting glass, access to samples, and complementary water. Music and games, traditional stein holding contest, hammerschlagen, and awards for best dressed!

11th Annual Asian Fest, NewBo City Market

September 20, 2025
Iowa Asian Alliance’s 11th Annual AsianFest is a FREE event celebrating the rich cultures and heritage of Asian communities across Eastern Iowa. This year’s festival holds special meaning as we honor the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugee resettlement in Iowa, including the Tai Dam community, who found their first home here in America. Dine, dance, and develop an appreciation for the vibrant Asian cultures that have enriched our region while fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Lincoln Highway Arts Festival, Mount Vernon Main Street

September 13, 2025
The Lincoln Highway Arts Festival has been a staple in Mount Vernon for over 15 years. Featuring artists booths and demonstrations, activities for kids, live music, food and more!

Ely 18th Annual Fall Fest, Ely

September 27, 2025

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 27 from 9am-4pm — Ely’s biggest and best event is back, and it’s packed with fun for everyone!

103rd Annual Czech Goulash Day, Saint Wenceslaus

September 28, 2025
The 4th Sunday of September, this century-long tradition provides live entertainment, tasty food (goulash, wenceburgers, kolaches and more!), tours of Saint Wenceslaus Church, bingo and a kid zone.

Triptych of people enjoying fall in Cedar Rapids. From left to right: woman serving food during a festival, children playing, and glass pumpkins

Uptown Fall Market, Uptown Marion

Saturday, September 27th, 2025
The Uptown Fall Market offers fresh fall produce, baked goods, flowers, Iowa wines, and a wide variety of artisan items – all from local vendors. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy live entertainment from some of the area’s finest musicians.

Ely Fall Festival, Downtown Ely

Saturday, September 27, 2025
Spend your day shopping at the vendor fair, check out the massive car show, eat delicious food and most importantly, don't miss Ely's best Kids Zone ever! The Fall Fest 5K will take place on Sunday, September 21st.

Fall Festival, Bloomsbury Farm

September 12 - November 2, 2025 Friday-Sundays
Bloomsbury Farm is the best place to be during the autumn season! You’ll find u-pick pumpkins, iconic fall-themed photos ops, our 10-acre corn maze, 30+ attractions.

October

Oktoberfest, Amana Colonies

October 2-5, 2025
At the official Amana Colonies Oktoberfest Grounds, enjoy Amana Colonies Meat Shop & Smokehouse brats, along with pork trotters, sides, and desserts. We’ll have live music from bands like Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen, the Colony Folksingers, Alpensterne, Die Freistadt Alte Kamerade, and more, along with beer – lots of beer. We’ll host games during the day on Saturday between bands, and even our annual brat eating competition.

Chocolate Walk & Shop, Uptown Marion

Friday, October 3rd, 2025 6-9 p.m.
​What could be more delightful than shopping and chocolate? Adding a fall night in Uptown Marion! Enjoy strolling historic Uptown Marion at this after hours, adult-only shopping event. Visit your favorite stores, discover what’s new just around the corner and savor a sweet treat from participating businesses.

Triptych of showcasing fall in Cedar Rapids. From left to right: close up of pumpkins, a hall of people watching a band, and boxed chocolates

Iowa Renaissance Festival, Middle Amana Community Park

October 11-13, 2025
The Iowa Renaissance Festival celebrates 32 years of family fun! Come experience live entertainment featuring comedy, swordplay, music, magic, and even horseback jousting. Explore a marketplace full of unique merchandise from around the land. Enjoy tasty treats and drinks in the royal food court (including adult libations like honey mead). The village awaits your visit!

Cider Stroll, The District

October 17th, 2025
Dive info fall with FREE Cider & Fall-Flavored food and drink samples as you explore participating locations through Czech Village and New Bohemia.

Triptych of people enjoying fall in Cedar Rapids. From left to right: People enter a corn maze, a field of large pumpkins, and a woman serving cider

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