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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

Historic General Dodge House

Victorian house museum built by Grenville and Mrs. Dodge in 1869-70 is a National Historic Landmark. Dodge was a Civil War General, railroad builder, banker and politician. Holiday decorations include 25 Christmas trees in a variety of styles. Summer garden walk each July, annual fall tea.

Council Bluffs, IA Museums


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

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

Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Explore 140 years of American railroad history, from the origins of the nation's first transcontinental railroad in 1862 to the advanced technology of modern-day railroading. New permanent interactive exhibit "Working on the Railroad" offers a firsthand look at modern railroading.

Council Bluffs, IA Museums

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