Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce

With a location that fully experiences the four seasons, Dubuque and its surrounding area have plenty of occasions to celebrate each of them. Country lakes and streams that are explored by swimmers and boaters in the summer play host to skaters and ice fishers in the winter. Beautiful trails traversed by hikers and bikers in the spring explode into fiery color collages in the fall as the foliage changes and marks harvest time. Year round, there is a lively mix of festivals, concerts, theatre, and holiday celebrations in the streets, on the riverfront, in the parks, at the fairgrounds, and in other venues. Choosing from so many options is the hard part.

The year kicks off in January with Ice Fest held at the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. A winter music festival follows, and in the bloom of spring, a weekend of arts comes alive in historic downtown. Events heat up along with the temperature, as summer brings outdoor concerts, a toy show, a river festival, Independence Day, food competitions, and the county fair. The crisp air of fall welcomes arts and crafts fairs, a chili cookoff, a dragonboat festival, farmer's harvests, and changing of the colors tours. Farmers continue to sell their goods throughout the winter while an abundance of events mark the Christmas season, with holiday light tours, nativity scenes, concerts, pageants, and plays.

Event Listings

7/9/2010 - 8/1/2010

"The Most Beautiful Place" Art Exhibition

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Great River Gallery, 116 N Riverview, Bellevue Art exhibition featuring the work of Grant Wood, Pattee Hipschen, Patrick Costello and Tom Hipschen. Every Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Free admission. For more information, visit http://www.bellevueia.com

7/9/2010 - 8/8/2010

Beauty and the Beast

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Center for the Arts, UW-Platteville Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic! Based on the Academy-Award winning animated feature, the stage version of Disney's Beauty And The Beast includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. When Maurice becomes lost in the woods on the way to the fair, he seeks shelter in an old castle, but the master of the castle is a horrible beast that takes him captive. Maruice's daughter, Belle, must then give up her freedom to save his life. Belle's taming of the unfortunate Beast and his ultimate transformation back into a handsome prince enthralled Broadway audiences for over 13 years Admission charged. For more information, visit theheartlandfestival.com

7/12/2010 - 8/9/2010

Yoga Flow Classes (requires basic Yoga experience or teacher's approval)

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Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St., Dubuque, IA Deb May, Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead a series of 5 classes on Monday mornings July 12 - Aug. 9, 9:30 - 11:00am, in the peaceful, inspiring atmosphere of Shalom Retreat Center. Classes will focus on breathing, alignment, and inner harmony. Mats and props provided. The cost for the 5-session series is $45. To register, call 563-582-3592. Admission charged. For more information, visit http://www.shalomretreats.org/yoga.html

7/15/2010 - 8/2/2010

Celebrating 1 Year Anniversary

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County Line in Lamotte, IA The County Line Bar & Grill is celebrating there 1 year anniversary on Sunday August 1st. Come join the celebration with live music from Shun Cavanaughn from 4 to 8 pm. Free admission. For more information, visit visit our facebook page for upcoming events

7/16/2010 - 7/31/2010

Chicago

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Grand Opera House In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap...until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another Merry Murderess, Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the American Dream: fame, fortune and acquittal. This sharp edged satire features a dazzling score that sparked immortal staging by Bob Fosse. Premiering in 1975 and the hit of the 1997 Broadway season, Chicago won six Tony Awards including Best Revival. Admission charged. For more information, visit http://www.thegrandoperahouse.com

7/17/2010 - 9/11/2010

Art Market

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Starting July 17, 2010 through September 11, 2010 Dubuque will feature its first Art Market on Saturdays from 1 - 6pm along the Riverwalk in the Port of Dubuque. Regionally renowned artists will display various art pieces that include, photography, hand crafted sculptures, paintings, jewelry and many other artistic features. Other activities involve, theater performances, strolling musicians, art demonstrations and a kids art tent. Musical genres of blues, jazz and other classical musicians will complete the ambiance on July 17, July 24, August 14 & September 11 at the Alliant Amphitheater as you enjoy one Dubuque's newest outdoor events. For more information, contact the Iowa Welcome Center at 800.798.8844

7/21/2010 - 8/18/2010

Mixed Level Yoga - beginners welcome! (5-session series - Wednesday evenings)

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Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St., Dubuque, IA Deb May, Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead a series of 5 classes on Wednesday evenings July 21 - August 18 from 6:00 - 7:10pm, in the peaceful, inspiring atmosphere of Shalom Retreat Center. Classes will focus on breathing, alignment, and inner harmony. Mats and props provided. The cost for the 5-session series is $40. To register, call 563-582-3592 by July 19. Admission charged. For more information, visit http://www.shalomretreats.org/yoga.html

7/22/2010 - 8/19/2010

Mixed Level Yoga - beginners welcome! (5-session series - Thursday mornings)

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Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St., Dubuque, IA Deb May, Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead a series of 5 classes on Thursday mornings July 22, 29, August 5, 12, and 19 from 9:30 - 10:30am, in the peaceful, inspiring atmosphere of Shalom Retreat Center. Classes will focus on breathing, alignment, and inner harmony. Mats and props provided. The cost for the 5-session series is $35. To register, call 563-582-3592 by July 20. Admission charged. For more information, visit http://www.shalomretreats.org/yoga.html

7/25/2010 - 7/31/2010

Write Your Own Icon

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Sinsinawa Mound The process of creating an icon is called writing. Call for information. Admission charged. For more information, visit http://www.sinsinawa.org

7/27/2010 - 8/1/2010

Dubuque County Fair

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Dubuque County Fairgrounds The Dubuque County Fair is rich with tradition. As one of the oldest and most successful events in our county. Don't miss all the activity happening this year! Admission Charged. For more information call, 563.588.1406 or visit http://www.dbqfair.com

7/27/2010 - 8/1/2010

Skin Cancer Screening at the Fair

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Dubuque County Fairgrounds Tuesday - Sunday, July 27 - August 1, 2 - 7 p.m. daily. Wondering about spots or patches on your skin? Don't miss this private, confidential, free screening conducted by Medical Associates Clinic Dermatologists. Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday: Allen Harves, MD Wednesday: Charles Weber, MD Thursday & Friday: David Stabenow, MD Commercial Exhibit Building, Dubuque County Fair. Admission is charged to get into the fair, but is free till 3 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Free admission. For more information, visit http://www.mercydubuque.com

7/28/2010 - 7/31/2010

Wrestling Camp

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Five Flags Center Father, Son and Team Wrestling Camp Admission charged. For more information, visit www.worldwrestlingcamps.com

7/29/2010

Dubuque Public Transit ReBranding

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Prescott Elementary School's Neighborhood Resource Center A public brainstorming session to determine the top 10 ideas for a new name, logo and color schemes is scheduled from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 29, at the Prescott Elementary School's Neighborhood Resource Center, 1151 White St. All are invited. Free admission.

7/30/2010

Biography of the life of artist, Frank Licciardi release

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It's coming! The long awaited, definitive biography of the life of artist, Frank Licciardi by his wife, Phyllis Licciardi. Phyllis will be coming to River Lights for a book release celebration and signing Friday, July 30th from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Books will be available for purchase ($29.99) and a few of Frank's pieces will be on display that evening.

7/30/2010

Free Friday Crafts

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Multicultural Family Center Make your favorite animal into a life-size painted sculpture! Have fun with paint, paper, and 3D art! 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. No pre-registration, drop-ins welcome. Free admission. For more information, visit http://dbqartcenter.org

7/30/2010

RAGBRAI

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Admission charged. For more information, visit http://www.dubuqueragbrai.com/

7/31/2010

Nature Day for Kids: Learn About Insects

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The Mines of Spain will be holding a nature day for kids about insects. The event will take pla e on July 31st from 10:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Children will be investigating insect habitat under logs and along the trail. Because the program will be outside please wear weather appropriate clothing, shoes for hiking, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring a water bottle. For more information about this program, other programs, or the Mines of Spain Recreation Area please call the E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center at 563.556.0620. Additional program schedules can be found at the parks website, www.minesofspain.org.

7/31/2010

Rock n Soul on the River

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Alliant Amphitheater FREE music event conducted annually by the Dubuque Rotary Club. Food and beverages available with proceeds from those sales going to the many local charities supported by Rotary. Gates open at 5 PM with music starting at 6 PM. Free admission. For more information, visit www.dubuquerotary.org

7/31/2010

Summer Art at Carnegie Stout

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Carnegie Stout Public Library MAGAZINE BEADS - Saturday, July 31 Learn how to make your own recycled jewelry! The art of magazine beads is fun, easy, and a beautiful way to show you love our earth. Free admission. For more information, visit http://dbqartcenter.org

PLEASE NOTE: Events are subject to change. Please contact the Iowa Welcome Center at 563.556.4372 or 800.798.8844. To avoid disappointment, please call to confirm details.