Upcoming Events
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
River & Rail Weekend
Watch 60-80 trains pass by Fort Madison, Iowa and watch the beautiful Mississippi River roll alongside these trains.
PORT Group Ride
FMHS Parking Lot at Pat's Alley, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned cyclist, all levels of riders are welcome! We’ll be utilizing the PORT Trail system for a fun 10–20 mile ride and wrapping up the evening at a local restaurant or bar. We meet every other Thursday.
Please follow all bike safety rules and help us promote safe riding habits. Helmets and bike lights are strongly encouraged.
Bring a friend, enjoy the trails, and spend the evening with fellow riders. We hope to see you there!
Live music with The Boys at Tena's Tap
The Boys are BACK
We are bringing you your absolute favorite local band for an evening packed with massive, high-energy anthems and non-stop crowd favorites!
This is the music you know by heart and can’t help but sing along to at the top of your lungs.
Bring your biggest energy, grab a cold drink, and get ready to rock the night away!
Fort Madison Fire Department Kickball Tournament
Get your teams together and ready to help firefighter help the Muscular Dystrophy Association! Please join us for a day full of fun, competition, and prizes! All proceeds go directly towards charity.
September 26th @8:00 AM
Baxter Sport Complex
Fort Madison, Iowa
Porchstock 2026
This free music event will take place on Saturday, September 20th from 4-7 pm on various porches and yards in the Historic District of Fort Madison. Be sure to come hungry and stop by one of the awesome food vendors. Bring your lawn chair to sit and enjoy one of your favorites or stroll through town and catch them all.
Classic Reason with DJ Aaron at Tena's Tap
Classic Reason taking the outdoor stage fro me 4-7 then DJ Aaron takes over with karaoke and all your favorite song requests!!
Porchstock Afterparty with Bryce Nelson
PORCHSTOCK AFTERPARTY
LIVE MUSIC BY BRYCE NELSON
Saturday, September 26 • 8 PM
The Railyard Sports Bar
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Shannon Shepard is unable to join us — but the music isn’t stopping! Bryce Nelson is stepping in and taking the stage at 8 PM. Come keep Porchstock going with cold drinks, live country music, no cover and a Saturday night at The Railyard.
Porchstock after party at Vinnie’s with PIRATED.mp3
Batten down the hatches and blow the man down with the final cannonfire of Fort Madison's Porchstock 2026 event with PIRATED.mp3 at Vinnie's Longbranch. Bring yer dancin' boots, because we're bringing the biggest hits we could pillage from file sharing ports of ill-repute to play LIVE for you!
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Line Dancing at Turnwater
Tri-State Line Dancing x Turnwater
Join us at Turnwater and have more fun with the Tri-State Line Dancing in the event center! Whether you’re new or a pro their setup fit everyone of all ages and dance levels
Line dancing, Instruction, All Ages
Every other Tuesday September - October
6:00-8:00pm, $5.00 entry, meals & drinks by Turnwater available
LaMoine Valley Tri-State Motorcycle Rally
This year the rally will held at Tena’s Tap II!
Thursday night: DJ
Friday night: Head First
Saturday night: TBA
More details to come!
Bike Nights at Tena's Tap II
Summertime Bike Nights at Tena’s Tap II! Food, music and drinks all summer long!
Head First at Tena's Tap
Head First taking the stage for the Lamoine Valley ABATE Tri State Motorcycle Rally !!
Packard Perry Project and No Wake at Tena's Tap
Come enjoy a fun filled day with motorcycles games cold drinks and killer music with Packard Perry Project starting off at 4pm Then Rocking the stage is No Wake At 8pm!!
Spazm at Vinnie's
Spazm is party rock turned all the way up
Bringing the hits from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, Y2K, and today, Spazm delivers loud guitars, sing-along anthems, and nonstop energy that keeps the dance floor packed and the bar buzzing.
If you’re ready to drink, shout the words, and rock all night — Spazm is your band
Fort Madison Fall Fun
October is a great time to visit Fort Madison and it’s amazing farms!
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Run on the River! Barrel Race
Run on the River is BACK for the 3rd year in a row! This is a great added money speed event put on by the Fort Madison Saddle Club and ran in the big Tri-State Rodeo arena Stay tuned for more details
Rock n' Roll Fun Run
Lace up, grab your family & friends, and join us for a non timed 5K at Rodeo Park!
Scavenger hunt along the route
Pool 19 spinning records at the finish line
Free-will donation lunch after
The J.A.M. Project at Vinnie's
The J.A.M. Project is pure Rock N Roll band from from Albia Iowa
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Line Dancing at Turnwater
Tri-State Line Dancing x Turnwater
Join us at Turnwater and have more fun with the Tri-State Line Dancing in the event center! Whether you’re new or a pro their setup fit everyone of all ages and dance levels
Line dancing, Instruction, All Ages
Every other Tuesday September - October
6:00-8:00pm, $5.00 entry, meals & drinks by Turnwater available
Party Plan at Vinnie’s
Party Plan brings their hard-rocking and fun-loving show to Vinnie's!
Party Plan is a power trio from Cedar Rapids IA. With songs from the 90s through today - Green Day, Metallica, Bel Biv Devoe, Blur, Depeche Mode, Rob Zombie, and more - our goal is to get your feet moving!
Party Plan at Vinnie's
Party Plan brings their hard-rocking and fun-loving show to Vinnie's!
Party Plan is a power trio from Cedar Rapids IA. With songs from the 90s through today - Green Day, Metallica, Bel Biv Devoe, Blur, Depeche Mode, Rob Zombie, and more - our goal is to get your feet moving!
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Unbalanced at Vinnie's
Ft Madison, you asked & we are happy to answer- yes, we're back & we have got some new bangers for you!
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Line Dancing at Turnwater
Tri-State Line Dancing x Turnwater
Join us at Turnwater and have more fun with the Tri-State Line Dancing in the event center! Whether you’re new or a pro their setup fit everyone of all ages and dance levels
Line dancing, Instruction, All Ages
Every other Tuesday September - October
6:00-8:00pm, $5.00 entry, meals & drinks by Turnwater available
Denmark Iowa Renaissance Faire
Step into a world of knights, pirates and royal pageantry at the Second Annual Denmark Iowa Renaissance Faire, held October 31 and November 1, 2026, in Denmark, Iowa. This immersive event brings the 16th century to life with colorful costumes, live performances, and hands-on fun for all ages. Set in scenic wooded grounds, the faire features three performance stages, interactive encampments, and over 40 artisan vendors offering handcrafted goods, jewelry, clothing, and fantasy items. Visitors can cheer on the Highland games, watch sword fighting and live demonstrations, or join themed activities like archery and crafts; Children can take part in quests and knighting ceremonies, while adults enjoy hearty food, craft beverages, and entertainment ranging from comedy acts to traditional music and dance. The Denmark Iowa Renaissance Faire is Iowas only privately owned permanent Renaissance faire site and the only event of its kind within a 90-mile radius. Guests are encouraged to wear costumes whether Renaissance, fantasy, or pirate-themed and fully join in the fun. With its authentic atmosphere, engaging entertainment, and family-friendly appeal, the Denmark Iowa Renaissance Faire offers an unforgettable weekend of history, fantasy and adventure in the heart of Southeast Iowa.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Fort Madison Wine and Beer Walk
Stroll along Avenue G in our Historic Downtown while sipping and sampling some local tastes.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Parade of Lights
Fort Madison’s kick off to Christmas! Lighted floats travel down Avenue G towards Central Park where they will remain lit throughout the holiday season.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Full Circle Is Back and Ready to rock Vinnies
We're itching to party with our good friends at Vinnie's again! As our fans already know, we play killer tunes from the 1970's through the 1990's that you will rarely (if ever) hear other bands cover. And we do authentic renditions that you just can't resist dancing to while grabbing a tambourine and joining in the fun! Get ready for some Blondie, Bruce Springsteen, Katrina and the Waves, Talking Heads, Midnight Oil, Madonna, DNCE, Duran Duran, The Ronettes, The Cure, A Taste Of Honey, Rick Springfield, Tommy Tutone, Loverboy, Journey, LaBelle, REO Speedwagon, INXS, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, No Doubt, Pat Benetar, Grand Funk Railroad, Huey Lewis And The News, and many other great artists expertly performed by your favorite band, Full Circle! Let's do this!
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Chromedome live at Vinnie's
LIVE AT VINNIE’S LONGBRANCH!
Get ready, Fort Madison…
CHROMEDOME is rolling into Vinnie’s!
Straight out of Burlington, Iowa, this up-and-coming alternative rock band is bringing the riffs, the energy, and the kind of show that leaves your voice gone and your beer empty.
No cover. No excuses.
Come find out why people are starting to talk about Chromedome before everyone else does.
Cold drinks
Live music
Dive bar vibes
Rock On
Sunset on the Pasture
Enjoy a relaxing evening of cheese, cows, and peaceful moments! Indulge in a delightful cheeseboard featuring all of our cheeses and other local pairings. Relax under the wide open hinterland sky as the cows graze and the sun sets and casts its golden hue on the fields. Tickets are limited to provide a quaint tasting experience for all guests. Reserve yours today on our website, at our farm store, or by phone.
https://hinterlanddairy.com/.../sunset-on-the-pasture.../
Bike Nights at Tena's Tap II
Summertime Bike Nights at Tena’s Tap II! Food, music and drinks all summer long!
Alejandro Benavides lecture at the CB&Q Depot
Please plan to attend this exciting opportunity to learn about Fort Madison’s early Mexican settlements in Iowa’s oldest community. You won't want to miss it!
Mexican Fiesta
Mark your calendars! The 105th Fort Madison Mexican Fiesta is September 17, 18, and 19 2026! The countdown is on! The Mexican Village on Avenue Q will be ready to greet family, share great food and beverages, host lots of kids events, live music, performances by by La Fiesta Dance Troupe, crowning of the Queen and Princess Court, it goes on and on for three great days! Gotcha Games will be back, even bigger and better! YES! We ARE excited!
Mexican Fiesta Pre-Party at Tena’s Tap
We are going to SPICE IT UP at our MEXICAN FIESTA PRE-PARTY
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th starting at 5 pm
DJ Aaron will be playing all your favorite requests!
WALKING TACO BAR with all the fixings and
Margaritas
GIVEAWAYS
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Fort Madison Farmers Market
New in 2026 - Fort Madison Farmers Market will be held at the Santa Fe Depot Complex! Veggies, Fruit, Pastry, Crafts, Plants, Food Trucks and more!
Heathers & Co at Turnwater Bar & Grill
Heathers & Co at Turnwater is a total VIBE! Get ready to hear a fantastic group play to Funday up your Sunday!!!
Bluff Sessions at 1884 on the Bluff
An evening of live music, good food, and relaxed gathering at 1884 On The Bluff.
Small crowd.
Good food.
Live music.
An easy night for your soul.
More information and tickets available on the Events tab of our website at:
www.1884onthebluff.com
Rodeo Finale: Tri-State Rodeo + Brantley Gilbert
SULLIVAN AUCTIONEERS & CINCH PRESENT
TSR RODEO
BRANTLEY BILBERT
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Rodeo begins at 7 PM / Gates Open 5 PM
All tickets include the rodeo performance, concert on the Great River Health Stage (immediately following the rodeo), and access to the Bud Light Stockyard After-Party.
Children 6 and under are free (upper bleacher only) on Thursday and discounted (upper bleacher only) on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday! Children two and under (lap child) are free (no ticket needed) on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Nights.
Please have a look at our website's FAQ page for our bag and other venue policies.
For more information on all the events during Rodeo Week, please visit www.tristaterodeo.org!
Post Rodeo Parade River Cruise
Join us for a Mississippi River cruise after the Tri-State Rodeo parade on Saturday, September 12, 2026!
Military NIght: Tri-State Rodeo + Parker McCollum
JOSH DENNING & ASSOCIATES AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL PRESENTS
TSR RODEO
MILITARY NIGHT
PARKER MCCOLLUM
Friday, September 11, 2026
Rodeo begins at 7 PM / Gates Open at 5 PM
Military Night is Friday, September 11, this year. Any past or present military personnel can obtain a free ticket (bleacher rows 11-25) or a discounted bleacher ticket for rows below 11. All armed forces members (active duty and retirees) get a FREE ticket to the rodeo (Friday only)! Get yours by stopping out at the ticket office, OR verify your military status through VerifyPass (LNK COMING SOON) and get a "passcode" to claim your FREE Friday Night Rodeo ticket online!
How do you get a ticket once you have a passcode from VerifyPass? Vist our FAQ page to for help on claiming tickets.
All tickets include the rodeo performance, concert on the Great River Health Stage (immediately following the rodeo), and access to the Bud Light Stockyard After-Party.
Children 6 and under are free (upper bleacher only) on Thursday and discounted (upper bleacher only) on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday! Children two and under (lap child) are free (no ticket needed) on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Nights.
Please have a look at our website's FAQ page for our bag and other venue policies.
For more information on all the events during Rodeo Week, please visit www.tristaterodeo.org!
Family Night: Tri-State Rodeo + Wynonna Judd
CONNECTION BANK & TSR RODEO PRESENT
FAMILY NIGHT &
TOUGH ENOUGH TO WEAR PINK NIGHT
TSR RODEO
WYNONNA JUDD
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Rodeo begins at 7 PM / Gates Open at 5 PM
"It's Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night" Wear pink to support the fight against cancer.
Tri-State Rodeo - Jim Baier Chute Out + Niko Moon
JIM BAIER & TRI-STATE RODEO PRESENT
JIM BAIER CHUTE OUT
NIKO MOON
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Rodeo begins at 7 PM / Gates Open at 5 PM
All tickets include the rodeo performance, concert on the Great River Health Stage (immediately following the rodeo), and access to the Bud Light Stockyard After-Party.
Children 6 and under are free (upper bleacher only) on Thursday and discounted (upper bleacher only) on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday! Children two and under (lap child) are free (no ticket needed) on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Nights.
Please have a look at our website's FAQ page for our bag and other venue policies.
For more information on all the events during Rodeo Week, please visit www.tristaterodeo.org!
Great River Health's Stage Lineup:
WED, SEPT 9: NIKO MOON
THUR, SEPT 10: WYNONNA
FRI, SEPT 11: PARKER MCCOLLUM
SAT, SEPT 12: BRANTLEY GILBERT
Bud Light Stockyard Lineup:
WED, SEPT 9: THE BOYS
THUR, SEPT 10: BRODY VANCIL & THE BURNERS
FRI, SEPT 11: THE BOBBY FORD BAND
SAT, SEPT 12: THE BOBBY FORD BAND
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Fort Madison Farmers Market
New in 2026 - Fort Madison Farmers Market will be held at the Santa Fe Depot Complex! Veggies, Fruit, Pastry, Crafts, Plants, Food Trucks and more!
Head First at Turnwater
Rock out the final days of summer HEADFIRST is taking on Turnwater and celebrating Labor Day!!!
SUNDAY, September 6th, 6:00-9:00pm!!!
Harvestville Farm Balloon Glow
The ballon glow will be included in our general admission price of $15 per person (two years and younger free) which includes over 40 fun fall family activities including our 12 acre corn maze! Food, drinks and a cash bar will all be available for purchase throughout the evening. Balloons typically begin inflating right before sunset with the evening concluding following the balloon glow.
90 Proof Stu at Tena's Tap
90PS returns to Tena’s to do that STU thing that only we can do
Nauvoo Grape Festival
The Nauvoo Grape Festival is an annual celebration of our community and it's fruitful crops...held every Labor Day Weekend in the Nauvoo State Park.
Midwest Old Threshers Reunion
Old Threshers Reunion, as an event, attracts visitors from around the world, attracted by both the permanent exhibits on the reunion grounds and by the collections of antique and steam powered equipment brought to the show by other visitors.
Music Monday at the LULAC
Music, food, drink specials and free pool every Monday at the LULAC.
Fort Madison Farmers Market
New in 2026 - Fort Madison Farmers Market will be held at the Santa Fe Depot Complex! Veggies, Fruit, Pastry, Crafts, Plants, Food Trucks and more!