Unleash Council Bluffs

06/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Pottawattamie Arts, Culture & Entertainment (PACE)!

PACE has been honored with a 2026 Arts, Culture & Heritage Tourism Award from Iowa Travel Industry Partners for its contributions to arts, culture, and heritage tourism in western Iowa. They will be formally recognized at the 2026 iTIP Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony on June 9 in Amana.

Join us in celebrating this well-deserved recognition! 👏

Read more: https://uncb.link/pace_itp2026

06/07/2026

The College World Series is back in Omaha June 12–22 ⚾ and Council Bluffs is your perfect home base just minutes from the action! Fuel up at local favorites like Guy Fieri’s Kitchen + Bar or catch the game-day energy at spots like Barley's Bar! When you’re not at the stadium, explore nearby attractions like the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, Lake Manawa State Park, or try your luck at local casinos and entertainment spots!

Baseball fans, the 2026 NCAA Men’s College World Series returns June 12–22 at Charles Schwab Field in downtown Omaha—and Council Bluffs is your perfect home base just minutes away.

06/06/2026

Hit the trails, CB 🌿🚴‍♀️ Celebrate National Trails Day by exploring your favorite paths!
📸 Tag your journey with +
https://uncb.link/trailsday

06/05/2026

Tonight’s the night! ☀️🎶 Head to Summerfest at Tom Hanafan River’s Edge Park from 6–10 PM for live music, food trucks, family activities, a pop-up market, and an unforgettable drone show finale! ✨
https://uncb.link/summerfestjune

06/05/2026

🌾 Explore Pottawattamie County! 🍎 Farmers markets, scenic orchards, historic farmsteads & farm-to-table feasts await. Pick your own apples, ride a hay wagon, and taste the best of rural Iowa! 🚜
https://uncb.link/agritourismblog
Farmers Market Council Bluffs Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard Avoca Main Street, Inc.

Discover the heart of rural Iowa in Pottawattamie County, where agritourism adventures await around every corner. Explore bustling farmers markets, wander scenic orchards, and step back in time at historic farmsteads while experiencing the flavors, traditions, and charm that make this region unforge...

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Tonight's the night! 🎭 UnShakeable takes the stage at 7 PM, bringing a powerful story of memory, connection, and Shakespeare to life at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center!
https://www.unleashcb.com/events/unshakeable/2026-06-05/

06/05/2026

Some people spend their careers building things that outlast them.

For nearly 40 years, Mark Eckman has helped shape Iowa tourism through the destinations he has served, the organizations he has strengthened, and the people he has mentored along the way. His impact extends far beyond any single role, reflected in the communities, partnerships, and tourism professionals he has helped support throughout his career.

Congratulations to Mark Eckman of Unleash Council Bluffs, recipient of the 2026 Joe Taylor Vision Award! 🎉

From helping build iTIP and serving as the inaugural president of the iTIP Foundation to creating programs that continue to benefit tourism professionals today, Mark's contributions have left a lasting imprint on the industry. While he rarely seeks the spotlight, his collaborative spirit, steady leadership, and commitment to serving others have helped strengthen Iowa tourism for generations.

The Joe Taylor Vision Award is sponsored by Visit Quad Cities.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026