Buchanan County Tourism

Buchanan County Tourism Discover everything you can do in Buchanan County, Iowa! Explore snowshoeing, trails, ice fishing, food, and fun for the whole family.

Our Visitor Center is located in the Historic Illinois Central Railroad Depot. In 1994 a small group of volunteers purchased and began the restoration process on the depot. Some major accomplishments have been rebuilding the canopy, adding a geothermal heating system, completion of a parking lot and new sidewalks.

06/01/2026

Cedar Rock's Annual Strawberry Moon Evening ~ A Night of Mid-Century Magic and Music

Experience the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Walter Estate at Cedar Rock in a whole new light. Join us for a special twilight evening, where you can:

Enjoy live music on the original Steinway piano by guest artist Jackie Murphy.

Stroll through the beautiful grounds and surrounding forest at your own leisure.

Soak in the cool vibes and great sights of a true design landmark.

Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

05/14/2026

This is gonna be an epic night at the Buchanan County Fair ! Get your tickets now!!
Tickets are available now for Eli Young Band, with special guest Chayce Beckham. Concert is Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Buchanan County Fair.

Ticket pricing:
Grandstand - $25
Trackside - $55

To purchase: www.buchanancountyfair.org and click the Grandstand Entertainment Tickets button and follow the link to purchase your tickets TODAY!

05/12/2026

🎶LIVE MUSIC ALERT – RAGBRAI JESUP!🎶

We’re excited to announce that **GTP** will be bringing the energy to Jesup for RAGBRAI 2026! 🙌

🎸 **Live from 2:00–5:00 PM**
Get ready for a great mix of music, good vibes, and a perfect afternoon stop as you ride through town 🚴‍♀️

Whether you’re taking a break, grabbing a drink, or just soaking it all in—this is the place to be!

Come hang out, cool off, and enjoy some **udderly awesome live music** 🎶🐄

GTP

Something exciting is coming to the riverfront. ✨We’re kicking off the Light the Dam fundraiser to help transform one of...
05/11/2026

Something exciting is coming to the riverfront. ✨

We’re kicking off the Light the Dam fundraiser to help transform one of Independence’s most iconic views into a nighttime landmark our whole community can be proud of.

This project is about more than lights. It’s about community pride, tourism, downtown energy, and creating something memorable for generations to come.

Every donation, sponsorship, and share helps bring the vision to life.

💡 Join us in lighting up the Wapsi.

https://www.cfneia.org/donations/light-the-dam-fund/

05/04/2026

Small towns, big plans! It’s National Travel & Tourism Week, and there’s plenty to explore 👀 🤩⛳️☀️

05/01/2026

From fresh baked treats, to crisp salads, to fun drinks, Indeelicious has you covered🧁🧋🥗

Stop by their NEW storefront in Downtown Independence!

04/29/2026

We are ready for May! Big things planned!

Address

112 First Street E
Independence, IA
50644

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+13193343439

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