The Amana Colonies Wedding Showcase is your one stop for all your wedding planning. This annual event highlights all things wedding in the Amana Colonies from venues, caterers, photographers, dresses, florists, hair & make up, DJs, bands, and more. Brides & Grooms Register Here! Visit the Amana Colonies Wedding Showcase page for more information.
Find the perfect piece of Amana to take home! This is a special weekend to highlight all of Amana's amazing and unique antique shops, art galleries, and local artists. Join the Vintage Stroll through the antique shops for a chance to win an Amana Colonies gift certificate. Several antique shops will have special sales, and…
Celebrate spring at Maifest in the Amana Colonies. The Colonies come alive with the colors of spring as the villages celebrate May 4-5th. You’ll experience German food and music along with a Saturday morning parade. The Festhalle Barn area will be the home of diverse cultures as food trucks line the parking area with a…
Start the party off at the Market Barn with drinks, brats from the Amana Meat Shop, and tunes by Star Entertainment (5:00-6:00 pm). Enjoy the first ever "Wurst Friday" competition where five British-style brass bands from the Midwest compete by performing two marches each from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Bands will be rotating to play…
Come join us for our annual Amana Colonies Wurst Festival! The German tradition of making sausages is alive and well in the Colonies at the Market Barn in the village of Amana. You’ll find local sausage vendors, beer, drinks, desserts, and sides. Judges will select a “Judge’s Choice” winner, while YOU will select the people’s choice…
Join us for a day full of gardening culture in the Amana Colonies! From 9am-3pm on Saturday, June 29th several gardens at residences and businesses in the Amana Colonies will be open to the public for Colonies in Bloom. Each garden is unique and visitors will experience both modern and traditional gardens. This self-guided tour…
Saturday, July 13, 2024! Details below about this event dedicated to kids and families! All events are on Saturday. Pick up a brochure at the Amana Colonies Visitors Center for a full list of events (subject to change based on weather). Fun and Games at Market Barn 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Balloon Buffoon 11:00 am –…
A FREE BIKE RIDE ACROSS IOWA COUNTY The Annual Bike Ride of Iowa County, also known as “BRIC”, begins and ends in the village of Amana at the Amana Heritage Museum. The route travels through the northern portion of Iowa County and includes interesting stops on Marengo's beautiful town square at Ambie's and Lizzie's Dining…
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. Of course, Allen’s Orchard of Marion, IA will be on site at the Visitors Center to sell you fresh apples to take home.…
GIRL TIME IS THE BEST TIME It’s been a busy year and the holidays are just ahead; time to take a break and get away. We planned the first weekend in November as a perfect time for a Girls Getaway Weekend. Ladies, this is just for you; come to the Colonies and relax and rejuvenate.…
GIRL TIME IS THE BEST TIME It’s been a busy year and the holidays are just ahead; time to take a break and get away. We planned the first weekend in November as a perfect time for a Girls Getaway Weekend. Ladies, this is just for you; come to the Colonies and relax and rejuvenate.…
GIRL TIME IS THE BEST TIME It’s been a busy year and the holidays are just ahead; time to take a break and get away. We planned the first weekend in November as a perfect time for a Girls Getaway Weekend. Ladies, this is just for you; come to the Colonies and relax and rejuvenate.…
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