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Antique Airfield Blakesburg Fly-in
This historic airfield, located at 22001 Bluegrass Rd. in Ottumwa, is home of the Antique Airplane Association and the Airpower Museum. The annual AAA / APM Invitation Fly-in is held each September over Labor Day Weekend, and is a“ by-the-members-forthe-members” convention and reunion. This year marks the 72nd event and will be from Aug. 27-Sept. 1. For more information on the airfield, museum and fly-in, visit antiqueairfieldia27. com.
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Autumn Acres
This fall destination at Stam Greenhouse in Oskaloosa offers hayrides, a giant pirate ship, a super slide, corn cannon, corn box, slingshot, pumpkin painting, corn maze, train rides, concessions and more. Check the Autumn Acres Facebook page for dates and times
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101 Things To Do 2025
FALL
September through November
for the 2025 Fall season.
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BaconTown
This is a festival for all things bacon. This annual event brings individual cooks, restaurants and grocery stores to Bridge View Center in Ottumwa. In the past, the event has featured free admission with samples available for a slight fee. The event features live music and a kids’ area.
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Blakesburg Corn Carnival
The festival will celebrate 120 years this year, with the first one taking place in 1905. The festival is scheduled for Sept. 19-20, and traditional activities include a vendor fair, carnival rides, a talent show, kiddie parade, pie auction, tractor pulls, bathtub races, the big parade and more. For more information, visit the Blakesburg Corn Carnival Facebook page.