Fall Events + Festivals to Experience
Autumn in Amana, you’ll remember it for a long time to come
Autumn is a special time of year in the Amana Colonies. As the weather turns just a little cooler and the leaves begin to change the landscape transforms into a painter’s palette of multiple shades of yellow, red, green, and brown. The farmers are in the fields harvesting and the villages are decorated with mums, straw bales, and corn stocks as September turns into October. If you arrive at this point in the year you’ll be tempted to take a walk on our nature trail or a stroll down our streets. There may be no more beautiful time of year in the Amana Colonies than autumn.
- Fresh Paint
Fresh Paint brings 40 some artist to the seven villages to paint original creations of Amana landscapes. Painters dot the villages and roadways capturing the beauty of the Colonies for several days and then exhibit and sell their works at a gala dinner. If you love regional art this is a must attend.. - Apfelfest
Mid-September sees one of our mini-festivals, Apfelfest (German for Applefest). This is a relaxing event that features a sampling stroll of apple-inspired treats to taste and one lucky visitor will receive some gift certificates just for tasting the offerings. Fresh apples are available for sale and apple dishes are featured at the local restaurants. Remember how good a caramel apple tastes? Come to the Colonies for Apfelfest and you can have a bite for yourself. - Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is the largest festival in the Amana Colonies and for many visitors, it means an annual trip to Amana to experience the authentic German culture like few cities can offer. A century-old barn is re-purposed as a festival hall and classic German music plays well into the night. The brats are frying on the grill and the beer is flowing from the taps as locals and visitors party together in a great atmosphere. The official keg tapping really starts the event on Friday afternoon and the local Colony talent takes the stage that night. Bands from around the Midwest perform the next two days and everyone has that German Beer Garden spirit. You won’t find this many people wearing lederhosen and dirndls outside of Bavaria. So if you have them, wear them, you’ll feel right at home. We believe to get any more authentic you’ll have to hop a plane to Munich. - Girls Getaway Weekend
Before the fall gives way to the holiday season one final event is held the first weekend in November; Girls Getaway Weekend. It’s a time for the ladies to get away to relax, shop, taste wines, and rejuvenate before the craziness of the holiday season. Many of the shops have specials. Food tastings and live theater are on the list of activities. It’s the perfect time to unwind and it’s not just for the ladies, men are welcomed too.
HAPPY HOUR AT ACKERMAN WINERY
Ackerman Winery 4406 220th Trail, Amana, IA, United StatesHey, hey, hey! Everybody DANCE! Come make your Friday even better! Join us at Ackerman Winery and enjoy half off glasses of wine and cider during our happy hour from…
Happiest Hour
Ox Yoke Inn 4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA, United States
Seinfeld Trivia
Ox Yoke Inn 4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA, United States
🎶 Brau Haus Friday Night Live Music: Ramblin’ Ryne & the Jones
Millstream Brau Haus 741 47th Ave, Amana, IA, United States☀️ The forecast: warm breeze, cool drinks and great music! Join us as Ramblin' Ryne & the Jones make the most of one of our last summer nights. 🎶
Pump Boys and Dinettes: A Musical Comedy
Amana Performing Arts Center 39 38th Ave, Amana, IA, United StatesJoin us August 22-24 for PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES: A Musical Comedy by John Foley, Mark Hardwick, Debra Monk, Cass Morgan, John Schimmel & Jim Wann A smash hit on…
National Beagle Club- National Specialty
For the first time ever the National Beagle Club will be hosting The 2025 National Specialty here in at the Amana RV Park and Event Center! There will be tons…
Happiest Hour
Ox Yoke Inn 4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA, United States
WHITE COLLAR FUNK LIVE AT MILLSTREAM BREWING CO.
MIllstream Brewing Co. 835 48th Ave, Amana, United StatesWhite Collar Funk hits the Millstream Brewing Co. summer concert stage for the first time! Don't miss this awesome 6-piece band that plays everything from 80s and 90s pop/rock to…
Elton & Billy Live at Fireside Winery
Fireside Winery 1755 P. Ave, Marengo, IA, United StatesLive Music ’25 at Fireside: Elton & Billy The Tribute Join us Saturday, August 23rd 7-10 p.m. to experience all your favorite Elton John & Billy Joel songs with live music by…
Pump Boys and Dinettes: A Musical Comedy
Amana Performing Arts Center 39 38th Ave, Amana, IA, United StatesJoin us August 22-24 for PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES: A Musical Comedy by John Foley, Mark Hardwick, Debra Monk, Cass Morgan, John Schimmel & Jim Wann A smash hit on…
Gypsy Live at Fireside Winery
Fireside Winery 1755 P. Ave, Marengo, IA, United StatesJoin us out at Fireside for our weekly Sunday live music afternoons from 1-4 p.m. Enjoy the local music, wine, appetizers, and community with us! We are open 12-5 p.m.…
JOHNSON CLAY LIVE AT MILLSTREAM BREWING CO.
MIllstream Brewing Co. 835 48th Ave, Amana, United StatesJohnson Clay takes the Millstream Brewing Co. Party Porch for the first time! James McAtee and Kinsey Collins deliver a sound that feels invigorating and authentic playing your favorite covers.…
