Villages of Van Buren - Event Calendar

Mark Your Calendar for 2023 

• April 28-30 ~ Villages of Van Buren Virtual Auction
• May 26th ~ Villages Folk School Memorial Day Weekend BBQ 
• May 28th ~ Rollin on the River
• May 27th-28th ~ Bentonsport Flea Market & Craft Show
• Jun 2nd-4th ~ Birmingham Homecoming
• Jun 9th-11th ~ Farmington Strawberry Festival
• Jun 10th ~ Fly Van Buren
• Jun 10th ~ Pearson House Heritage Day
• Jun 17th ~ Douds Field Day
• Jun 24th-25th ~ Iowa Barn Foundation Van Buren County Barn Tour
• Jun 24th ~ Bentonsport Heritage Day
• Jul 1st ~ Bonaparte Independence Day Celebration
• Jul 4th ~ Keosauqua 4th of July Celebration
• Jul 15th-24th ~ Van Buren County Fair
• Aug 12th ~ J40 Farm Crawl
• Aug 19th-20th ~ Bike Van Buren XXXVII
• Sep 1st-2nd ~ Stockport Lions BBQ Days
• Oct 13th-15th ~ Scenic Drive Festival
• Nov 3rd ~ Villages Folk School’s Bottomless Soup Supper
• Nov 25th-Dec 31st ~ Christmas in the Villages
• Dec 1st-3rd ~ Festival of Trees

Choose from a large selection of handmade bowls and enjoy all-you-can-eat homemade soups!  Homemade bread, dessert, and drink included.

$25 suggested donation for a handmade bowl to keep or a goodwill offering for a disposable bowl. 

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. 

• Goat Milk Soap Making with Heather Nelson
• Rug Weaving Class with Teri Showman

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

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. 

• Glass Blown Ornament Making with Tim Blair

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

Celebrate the season with Christmas in the Villages, beginning Nov. 25 and continuing throughout the month of December with a variety of special events happening! 

The spirit of the season will abound as you enjoy the ever-popular Holiday Lights, unique holiday shopping experiences, and special business open houses to find that perfect gift.

Request a Christmas in The Villages Brochure to be mailed to you.

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. 

• Leather Christmas Ornament with Stuart Holmes

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