10 TOP Things to Do in Iowa September 2026

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Things to do

Great Plains Zoo

฿553

per adult

Astounding Art Walk in Des Moines Experience

฿492

per adult

An Epic Scavenger Hunt : Adventures in Des Moines

฿492

per adult

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Rock and Roll Through Sioux Falls

฿404

per adult

Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature

฿404

per adult

Cedar Rapids Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest

฿328

per adult

Downtown Sioux Falls Food Tour

฿3,608

per adult

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Field of Dreams

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You can spend time exploring the galleries in Field of Dreams in Dyersville. Experience the area's entertainment choices and live music.

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Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Des Moines Civic Center or Science Center of Iowa might round out your trip.

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Downtown Dubuque

Travellers come to Downtown Dubuque for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Five Flags Center and Dubuque Museum of Art while you're in town.

Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.

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Downtown Davenport

If you're spending some time in Downtown Davenport, Adler Theatre and RiverCenter are top sights worth seeing.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.