State Center Rose Festival

May
28–31

Family weekend event beginning on Thursday night with Rose Queen Talent Competition and Rose Queen Reception. Carnival opens on Thursday evening. Carnival, Chili Cookoff, Iowa Wine Tasting, Kansas City BBQ Contest and crowning of the Rose Queen Friday evening. Rose Parade at 10 a.m. on Saturday followed by events all day. Street dance and open bar on Main Street Saturday evening. Concert and fireworks on Sunday evening.

Dates, Location & Info

Dates
May 28 – May 31
Admission
Most events are free
Address
Downtown
Phone
641-483-3402
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.statecenterrosefestival.com

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