Villages of Van Buren - Event Calendar

Ranch Horse Show Series - The fifth of the 2022 series. Jackpot sorting, roping, barrel racing, extreme trail course competition, wine tasting, dance, food concessions, and more. Camping is available on the grounds.  

Download the 2022 Ranch Horse Show Series Schedule.

Enjoy a fun-filled weekend while exploring all of the historic Villages of Van Buren. This is a casual, family-oriented bicycle ride through Van Buren County, Iowa. You'll enjoy some of the finest hospitality around with SAG support and food/drink stops along the route.

The routes wind through our historic Villages nestled amongst the rolling hillsides including the "Historic Hills Scenic Byway." Total weekend mileage is approximately 100-200 miles in two days. Although the majority of the route is on sparsely traveled paved county roads there are sections that include travel on state highway. 

>>Register Online<<
Release of Liability Waiver

Walk-up registrations are welcome!

Registration hours: 
Saturday: 7:00am-8:30am or Sunday 7:30am-8:00am
Keosauqua City Park, 100 Van Buren St.

No bike? No problem! 
Bike Rentals Available!
Bickels Cycling & Fitness 319-754-4410

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County, Iowa.

Classes are held in a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. 

• Getting a Likeness in Portraiture with Gin Lammert

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for August Classes

Cedar Valley Winery invites you to their 13th-year Anniversary Celebration to spend the evening under the stars! Enjoy music by Sez Who, BBQ by Sweet & Saucy and award-winning estate wines. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for an evening of entertainment and fun!

Bring your lawn chair or yard blankets and enjoy amazing bbq by Gothic Town Grillers and enjoy good music live from the front porch of the American Gothic House. 

2022 Porchfest line-up:

• 11:00am-12:00pm Tom Shadonix, Ottumwa
• 12:30-1:30pm Wild Bill Willie, Arkansas (originally from Eldon)
• 2:00-3:00pm Larsen Gardens, Seattle
• 3:30-4:30pm Days LIVE Music- Lauren Ashworth, Iowa

Enjoy a great weekend with the whole family! Pedal Pull, Parade, Games and so much more. Plus Food by Stockport Fire Dept. Friday and Saturday!

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County, Iowa.

Classes are held in a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. 

• Raku Pottery with Betty Printy
• Wild Edibles - Fill Your Pantry with Pat Crawford

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for September Classes

Come to the Birmingham Lions Building for some tenderloin sandwiches, potato salad, baked beans, various desserts and drinks. 

Cost of meal: TBD
Proceeds used for Lions projects.

Ranch Horse Show Series - The sixth of the 2022 series. Jackpot sorting, roping, barrel racing, extreme trail course competition, wine tasting, dance, food concessions, and more. Camping is available on the grounds.  

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County, Iowa.

Classes are held in a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. Pre-registration is required for classes.

• Blacksmithing: Beginning (Multi-Day) with Bill Printy & Mark Heisdorffer

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for September Classes

Yum! Enjoy a fish/chicken supper from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Serving: fish fillets, chicken strips, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw, baked beans, various desserts and drinks.

Cost of the meal: TBD
Proceeds will be used to finance 2023 Homecoming event.

Join River Valley Lodge for their annual Bentler Family Memorial Fall Ride. There will be a dance, trail rides, wine tasting, food and more. You don't want to miss this annual event!

Download the 2022 Schedule of Events