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Embrace the changing of the seasons by treating yourself to a weekend getaway to Sioux City. Discover a variety of fall activities during the community’s fall festivals alongside scenic views, outdoor thrills, historical attractions and endless flavors. Here’s how to make the most of your adventure.
When temperatures start to cool off, mark your calendar for Sioux City’s fall events. Every year the community welcomes autumn with the Fall Fest, which is held the second weekend in October. The two-day city-wide celebration kicks off on Saturday with the Sioux City Farmers’ Market where, along with shopping local produce, visitors can participate in kids and pets costume contests, paint pumpkins, go trick-or-treating at the booths and more. The Market is held in the Tyson Events Center parking lot.
The fun continues into Sunday at area attractions throughout Sioux City. Head to the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center to participate in a scavenger hunt and pick out a pumpkin or gourd to take home. Enjoy free crafting sessions at the Art Center, Public Library and the Art SUX Gallery. Find even more activities and programming at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center.
For German-inspired fall fun, save the date for Sioux City’s Oktoberfest, hosted by Jackson Street Brewing. The 12-hour celebration is held the last weekend in September and features the best of German fare like bratwursts, potato salad, pretzels with Heidel-Brau beer cheese and, of course, German-style craft beers. Enjoy your food and drink while relaxing on the patio or challenge your friends to a variety of games.
Discover some of the area’s best outdoor thrills at Cone Park, a long-standing Sioux City staple. It’s new Mountain Bike Park consists of 10.5 miles of soft surface trails alongside a paved pump track and skill features designed for all skill levels. Bring your own bike or rent one, purchase your lift ticket to avoid a tiring uphill ride, then race along the trails to test your skills on rocky stretches, bridges, boardwalks, skinnies, wall-rides and more. Keep your eye on Cone Park’s event calendar to also catch guided trail rides, pro rider skills lessons, mountain bike demos and more.
For year-round fun, take advantage of the Public Museum’s free admission to learn everything there is to know about Sioux City’s history. Start your visit with a lively 12-minute Spirit of Sioux City film, then discover unusual Sioux City keepsakes, admire Native American artifacts and interactive exhibits, see how transportation has progressed, dive into the impact and innovation of agriculture, dig for fossils and more. Keep your eye on their calendar to catch special exhibits and family programs.
Referring to the two downtown city blocks between Virginia and Iowa Streets, Historic Fourth Street is known as one of Sioux City’s most popular entertainment and dining spots. The districts variety of restaurants ensure you can find something to satisfy your cravings.
Indulge in some of the state’s best craft beers and wood-fired pizzas, burgers and pastas at Marto Brewing Co. Pair a handcrafted cocktail with exceptional pub fare at The Diving Elk. Enjoy a delicious pizza inside a charming neighborhood bar atmosphere at Buffalo Alice.
Venture out a few extra blocks to sample Coney Island-style chili dogs at the family-owned Milwaukee Wiener House, try London and American fare at Main + Abbey or take your tastebuds on a Vietnamese adventure at Da Kao.
If you’re a history buff, you can also enjoy a self-guided walking tour to appreciate the district’s impressive architecture.
Located just a few blocks away, the Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center offers an urban lodge setting where you can relax after a day of exploring. Built on the old Palmer’s Candy Factory site, this charming hotel boasts 161 distinctly designed rooms that feature stone fireplaces, rustic wood and custom furnishings. Choose the room that best suits your needs, then spend your evening relaxing in the pool, on the patio or in the onsite Palmer’s Pub.
No matter the season, Iowa offers endless possibilities. Whether it’s a family getaway, an outdoor adventure, or anything in between, we know a place.
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