If you are planning a visit to Ottumwa, there is always something to do. From balloon races to nationally renowned performers to local music, community markets and more, Ottumwa is the center for events in southeast Iowa. Check out what's happening during your visit on our events calendar. Subscribe to our events email so you don't miss out on anything that's happening in Wapello County.
Indian Hills Community College Arts and Sciences Bldg | April 14, 2025 - June 2, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ottumwa Old School Arcade | May 3, 2025
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Southern Iowa Mental Health Center | May 15, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Virtual | May 20, 2025
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Zoom | May 21, 2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am
American Gothic House Center | May 31, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cedar Creek Golf Course | June 7, 2025
8:00 am
Bridge View Center | June 14, 2025
7:30 pm
Virtual | June 17, 2025
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Zoom | June 18, 2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am
American Gothic House Center | June 21, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Greater Ottumwa Park | July 4, 2025 - July 5, 2025
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Virtual | July 15, 2025
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
American Gothic House Center | July 19, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 am
American Gothic House Center | August 9, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual | August 19, 2025
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Wapello County Expo | September 4, 2025
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
American Gothic House | September 25, 2025
6:00 pm
American Gothic House | October 23, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Wapello County Fair Grounds | October 25, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Bridge View Center | November 1, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Stay up-to-date on what's happening in Ottumwa!