The One Spring Festival In Iowa That's Worthy Of Your Bucket List Every Year
Raymond Goldfield
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The charming town of Elk Horn, Iowa is always known for its rich Danish heritage. You can find authentic stores and restaurants as you walk the peaceful streets. But every Memorial Day weekend, that heritage kicks into overdrive for TivoliFest in Elk Horn, a two-day street festival and parade that brings the tiny Scandinavian country to Iowa in a big way. Hosted by the town’s Danish museum, it’s back in force in 2024, and it’s not an event to be missed. We think it’s one of the best spring festivals in Iowa, and this year’s event is scheduled to take place on May 24th and 25th. Come and join the fun!
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Have you visited TivoliFest in Elk Horn or any of the town’s iconic Danish-themed attractions? Let us know your must-visit spots in the comments section, and also tell us your favorite spring festivals in Iowa!
If you’re planning a visit to the upcoming TivoliFest, make sure to keep a close eye on the Tivoli Fest in Elk Horn Facebook page to find all the updates and visit the official website of Elk Horn to fill your visit with the best the town has to offer.
Elk Horn is one of those charming small towns that feels like a European getaway, and if you’re here as part of a road trip, it’s a short drive to Atlantic where you’ll find the Rock Island Inn and Suites, one of Iowa’s best budget hotels.
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- Tulip Time in Pella is by far the most famous spring festival in Iowa, and this dazzling display of the town's favorite flowers is to Pella what Tivoli Fest is to Elk Horn. Pella is Iowa's Dutch town, and the entire town is covered with fields of multi-colored tulips. That's just the start of the event's joys, too. You'll want to make sure to stick around the festival for the colorful parade, traditional dances, and delicious pastries on offer!
- Maifest is just one of the many festivals that takes over the Amana Colonies during the year - the German town is home to some of the state's best events, including one heck of an Oktoberfest! Like all of them, Maifest involves traditional dancing and street music, a charming street fair filled with delicious German food and visiting food trucks, and, of course, the beer will be flowing freely at this May event each year!
- The Maple Sugar Festival at Indian Creek Nature Center is the perfect spring event for those who love nature. Taking place one weekend in March during maple sugaring season, this is a great opportunity to learn about this age-old and delicious craft. Experts will be on hand for demonstrations, guests will get to try their hand at helping to tap a tree, and all the visitors come together for a massive pancake and sausage breakfast with fresh maple syrup for topping!