Events - Meet Ottumwa - Where Iowa Meets the World

If you are planning a visit to Ottumwa, there is always something to do. From balloon races to nationally renowned performers to local music, community markets and more, Ottumwa is the center for events in southeast Iowa. Check out what's happening during your visit on our events calendar. Subscribe to our events email so you don't miss out on anything that's happening in Wapello County.

Events for July 2025

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Greater Ottumwa Rodeo
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Greater Ottumwa Park

July 5

Greater Ottumwa Rodeo
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Greater Ottumwa Park

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July 12

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach Bizarre Bazaar
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Ballingall Park

July 13

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach

July 14

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach

July 15

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach Awakening Grace - 2025 Free Virtual Support Groups for pregnancy and infant loss
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Virtual

July 16

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach

July 17

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach

July 18

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach

July 19

Wapello County Expo
Wapello County Extension and Outreach Youth Summer Activity at the American Gothic House Center- Moths and Butterflies
9:00 am - 11:00 am
American Gothic House Center

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