Brews on the Beach in Clear Lake, Iowa, features Iowa craft breweries, live music, food trucks and lakefront views. Learn ticket details and how to plan your visit.
- Clear Lake Iowa Chamber
The Waterhawks Ski Team presents a free water ski show at City Beach in Clear Lake, Iowa, on Sunday, July 5 at 2:30 p.m., offering family-friendly July 4th weekend fun.
- Visit Mason City Iowa
NIACC’s 2026-2027 Performing Arts & Leadership Series brings Broadway tours, concerts, speakers, and family shows to Mason City’s North Iowa Community Auditorium.
- Clear Lake Iowa Chamber
Discover Clear Lake events June 3-9, 2026, including Free Fishing Weekend, city-wide garage sales, concerts, live music, farmers market, films, and family fun.
- Black Hawk County
Free Kids Fishing Day at Big Woods Lake on June 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. offers gear, worms, prizes and lessons, tied to Iowa’s 2026 free fishing weekend.
- Clear Lake Iowa Chamber
Plan a week in Clear Lake with live music, arts, markets, family activities, worship services and TRI training events scheduled May 27 through June 2, 2026.
- Clear Lake Iowa Chamber
Memorial Day week in Clear Lake features live music, art exhibits, farmers market, family activities and ceremonies honoring fallen service members.
Explore top patios in Clear Lake, Iowa, from lakefront bars and rooftop drinks to casual family-friendly spots for outdoor meals, snacks, and takeout by the water.
Browse Clear Lake, Iowa, events for May 14-20, 2026, including farmers market opening day, live music, art exhibits, workshops, and family activities.
Discover Clear Lake, Iowa’s Memorial Day tradition with lakefront and cemetery ceremonies, patriotic music, veterans tributes, and community remembrance.
Discover how the Clear Lake Farmers Market grew from a small City Hall stop into a bustling Surf Ballroom Saturday tradition with local vendors, music, and families.
Explore Thursdays on Main 2026 in downtown Clear Lake, Iowa, with weekly live music, classic cars, motorcycles, kids’ activities and free family fun all summer.
Plan a slow-paced book lover’s weekend in Clear Lake, Iowa with lakeside reading spots, local shops, coffee stops and themed reading recommendations.
Find concerts, family activities, art exhibits, movies, bowling and more around Clear Lake, Iowa, for Mother’s Day week events from May 7-13, 2026.
- Visit Mason City Iowa
The 87th North Iowa Band Festival in Mason City runs May 21–25, 2026, featuring the Midwest’s largest free marching band competition and a Saturday parade.
- Visit Mason City Iowa
Explore Mother’s Day brunch, coffee, and dining options in Mason City, including buffets, regular menus, and specials like free mimosas and margaritas for moms.
- North Iowa Area Community College
Preview the 2026-27 North Iowa Community Auditorium season on May 27, 2026, at 7 p.m. and build a discounted season ticket package for one night only.
- Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce
Abby Klostermann shares how the College Connections program turned a short-term internship in Mason City into a full-time career and an engaged community life.
- Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce
Kael Julseth reflects on Leadership North Iowa, highlighting hands-on learning, community service, and relationships that support long-term leadership growth.

