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Meet Ottumwa: Where Iowa Meets the World

We invite you to join us for diverse menus, historic accommodations, world-class conference facilities, and a calendar full of Iowa's most eclectic events. Our residents represent more than 40 nationalities, and we can't wait to introduce you to our mix of culture and heritage. Plan your trip to Ottumwa and Wapello County today!

Radar O'Reilly - Ottumwa's "Hometown Boy"

Explore Our M*A*S*H Ties at the Meet Ottumwa Visitor Center.

American Gothic House 95th Anniversary Celebration

Come be inspired just like Grant Wood was in 1930.

Visit the Iowa Heartland History Connection

Take a look back in time in Wapello County

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Stories: Ottumwa Stories: Celebrating 95 Years of American Gothic

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Event: Wings & Wheels: 2nd Annual NASO Armed Forces Celebration

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Event: Live After Five with Fast Henry, 2Bobs & Tom Blew

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Stories: Ottumwa Stories: The World Famous American Gothic House

What's New

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Event: Cracktastic PlastiCon (Aug 16)

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Event: Hideaway Honey (Jul 12)

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Event: The Crushers (Aug 2)

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Event: Midwest Ford Fest (Aug 16)

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Event: 21+ BYOB Night (Jul 12)

Check out our Visitor Guide!

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Featured Events List Calendar

American Gothic Performing Arts Festival

| June 6, 2025 - June 29, 2025

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Greater Ottumwa Rodeo

Greater Ottumwa Park | July 4, 2025 - July 5, 2025
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Bizarre Bazaar

Ballingall Park | July 12, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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