08/14/2026
What to See in JC Saturday, August 15th & Sunday, August 16th 2026:
Saturday-
Market 113 on Main Fall Open House- 116 E Main St. Anamosa, Ia- Open 10am-2pm- Stop out and shop all the fun things Vi has in her shop. This is such a fun space to walk through and find some hidden gems, unique treasurers and some items you didn't know you even needed! She also does some fun and quirky decorating things. She has an eclectic eye and I love it!
Monticello Iowa Farmers Market-Willow Pavilion -511 E Oak St. Monticello, IA- Open from 8am-11am with a variety of vendors, local artisans, veggies, baked goods, cards, coffee, sweets and so much more!
Anamosa Market On Main- Next to Caseys on Main St. Anamosa- From 8am-12 – Variety of flowers, goatmilk soap, breads, baked items, vegetables, sourdough bread & butters, sweet treats, dried fruits, jewelry and more!
Illuminating the Dark- 12515 Central Park Rd. @ Nature Center- starting at 6:30pm- Join us as Faith Hansen shares fascinating discoveries about the bats of Central Park! Come learn about these remarkable nocturnal animals and the important role they play in our local ecosystem! Jones County Conservation
Cascade Hometown Days- See picture for event info or page for up to date information.
Lemonade Stand @ library 301 1st Ave W, Cascade, IA - From Noon-5pm
Classic Car show immediately following the parade- 104 1st Ave W, Cascade, IA
The Ditch Lillies Live- 101 Pierce St. SW Cascade, IA- 8pm-11pm
UTV Jeep Ride- 10am
Tri-County Historic Society- 608 2nd Ave. SW Cascade, Ia- Open from 12-3pm
Annie's Treasures- 202 Grant St. SW Cascade- From 10am-4pm- This beautiful old 1800’s brick church has the best little treasurers and is fun to walk through. Variety of items to stop and shop on your way to the fair.
Trilogy Challenge 2026-Disc Golf-500 Maple St. Olin, IA-
18 hole event layout at the Olin disc golf course
Glow round!
stickers will be provided and lights will be on the baskets!
CTPs and prize pack to the winner!
special deal on all dynamic discs in stock
early start for players trying to miss the late night rain
6 pm can grab players pack and begin play
Boondocks- 130 E Main St. Anamosa, IA- Open from 8am-12am- Renovations are happening on the outside, but they are open for business and ready to serve you a great experience! From the food, drinks, customer service and atmosphere you will want to come back for more!
Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum- 406 N High St. Anamosa, IA- Open 12-4pm- Stop out and tour this old barn & cheese factory building made out of Stone City Stone. Small museum but worth the tour that includes an old cell, infamous inmates wall, items inmates have created over the years, history or wardens, video of how it came to be and the building of the prison and so much more! Great $3 donation and it even has a souvenir shop.
Two Scoops - 207 E Main St. Anamosa- Open 12pm-10pm- Stop out and experience some of the best ice cream in Jones county! They offer Frappuccino's with fresh expresso, Alani floats, root beer floats, shakes, dish ice cream, waffle cones, drink choices to go and more! This is a great ice shop in downtown Anamosa!
Whiffle Tree - 116 S Cedar St, Monticello, IA- Open 10am-5pm- Stop out at the Mercantile where you can get everything from taffy, throwback candy, TikTok candy & items, antiques, clothes, jewelry, pet accessories, bags, canned items, bottled pop & more!
Anything Country - 110 S. Main in Onslow, IA- Open from 9am-1pm- Stop out and shop the variety of hand painted and created items for your home, office & yard. Cash or check only
Harlequin Home- 216 E Main St. Anamosa, IA- Open 11am-4pm- Stop in and find high end loved items at a fraction of the price. She also carries jewelry, greeting cards under $5, Chapstick or lipstick holders and more! New items come in regularly so stop in and see what she has to offer!
Beringer Family Farm Store - 28031 Goose Hill Rd Cascade Open from 9am-1pm- What a great place to stop and support a local farmer, other local businesses and bring home some farm to table goodies and staples. From eggs, milk, beef, pork, bacon, frozen cookie dough, maple syrup, veggies and so much more!
Five Silo Farm Stand- 3361 Ia-38 Olin, Ia- Stop out at the local farm stand for your farm to table produce such as muskmelon, watermelon, tomatoes, zucchini, peppers and more!
Back to School Farm Stand and Goodies- 507 Resident ST. Olin, Ia- 9am-8pm- Stop out and enjoy some goodies and shop some back to school items that they are offering such as clothes and such.
The Martelle Market, LLC- 24326 South Street, Martelle, IA Grilling from 11am-1pm- Burgers, Pork Burgers, Street corn salad, cherry tomato salad, baked beans and of course they also have your local Farm to Table items along with some local artists creative work through goat mile soaps, lemonades, Dan & Debbie’s ice cream, freshly made bread, cinnamon rolls, teas, simmer pot items and more!
Martelle, IA Public Library and Historical Museum- 202 South Street, Martelle, IA, Open from 10am-2pm-
Sunday:
Whiffle Tree Mercantile- 116 S Cedar St, Monticello, IA- Open 10-4pm- Stop out at the Mercantile where you can get everything from taffy, throwback candy, TikTok candy & items, antiques, clothes, jewelry, pet accessories, bags, canned items, bottled pop & more!
Anamosa Penitentiary Museum- 406 N High St. Anamosa, IA- Open 12-4pm- Stop out and tour this old barn & cheese factory building made out of Stone City Stone. Small museum but worth the tour that includes an old cell, infamous inmates wall, items inmates have created over the years, history or wardens, video of how it came to be and the building of the prison and so much more! Great $3 donation and it even has a souvenir shop.
Brushfire Bandits Live at Lubben Vineyards & Wines 13504 Hwy 151, Anamosa, IA- From 2-5pm- Come out and enjoy some live music that will be sure to lift your spirits while you enjoy some spirits inside along with the weekend flatbread special.
Anything Country- 110 S. Main in Onslow, IA- Open from 9am-1pm- Stop out and shop the variety of hand painted and created items for your home, office & yard. Cash or Check only
Jones County, IA Historical Society & Edinburgh Pioneer Village- 13838 Edinburgh Road, Scotch Grove, IA- Open 1-4pm-
Stop out and explore buildings from across Jones County, variety of collections and items from across Jones County. There are some really neat things to see including an old Blacksmith Shop, Dentist, Beds you would never think people slept on, Old Railroad Buildings, Farm Tools and so much more! Beautiful piece of Jones County History here for the community to enjoy.
Molly Shannon- Singer/Musician @ Hillside Sports Bar & Grill - 21592 Business Hwy 151 Monticello, IA- From 3-6pm- Stop out and enjoy some good tunes, food, drinks and play a few games while you enjoy this beautiful location with some even better food!
Patrick The Gathering at The Grove Bar & Grill-11668 CR-E17, Monticello, IA - From 3-6pm- Stop out and enjoy some good tunes, food and booze as Patrick plays a long list of timeless classic songs by Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, The Beatles and many more!
