Boone Iowa River Valley Festival

May
22–24

Named one of TOP 10 BEST OUTDOOR FESTIVALS IN IOWA! Memorial Weekend.

FRIDAY
– Craft Time & walking tours held at the Iowa Arboretum (free/ all ages) – Diddy Pole Catfishing Tourney begin(One of the ONLY Diddy Pole Tourney in Iowa!)

– Official BRVF Kick Off Block Party + exclusive BRVF Brew untapping (free/ all ages)

– Family Fun Run 1 mile (all ages)

SATURDAY
– All ages I-spy Hunt hosted by the Boone County Family YMCA (all ages)

– Outdoor Photography Class with pro, Amanda Grout from AKG Designs

– Guided Hikes hosted by Ledges & Boone County Conservation (free/ all ages)

– Bags Tourney

– Craft & Story Time hosted by Ericson Public Library (free/ all ages)

– GATES OPEN! ROCK OUT to Grand Funk Railroad’s 50th Anniversary – 50 Years of Funk – Tour with special guest, Blue Oyster Cult in an outdoor amphitheater at Seven Oaks!

SUNDAY
– Pancake feed & Inter-denominational Outdoor Community- wide Church Service (free/ everyone welcome!)

– Arts in the Park: A community favorite! Join us for dozens of handcrafted artists & vintage + Live music & Kid’s Corner + The Market with fresh flowers & edibles. New this year: Men’s Cove featuring Garage Art Car Show! (free/ all ages)

– Family ride on the High Trestle Trail (free/ all ages)

MONDAY
– Annual Memorial Day Races at Boone Speedway! Featuring 50/50 Raffle to benefit our non-profit partner, Camp Hantesa with their program, Camp Brave- designed for kids impacted by crime. (all ages)

Dates, Location & Info

Dates
May 22 – May 24
Email
[email protected]
Website
boonerivervalleyfestival.com

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