When you think of adventurous summer travel assignments, Iowa may not be the first state that comes to mind. However, the summer months are packed with music and art festivals, food and drink gatherings, fairs, and much more! Take a look at this list of top events we compiled!
Charles City Challenge Whitewater Festival
Dive into summer by participating in the Charles City Challenge Whitewater Festival! There are three distinct courses with multiple river flows for people of all skill levels. The festival also includes the opportunity to kayak, paddleboard, or tube! Don’t miss out on the fun June 22nd to participate in the kayak competition!
Des Moines Arts Festival
This free, annual arts and cultural festival includes 180 invited professional artists, live music, performing arts, artist workshops and demonstrations, artisan food and beverages just to name a few! This festival attracts more than 200,000 people each year located in the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park!
National Balloon Classic
Located in Indianola, Iowa, you can experience the Iowa skies come alive with over 100 hot air balloons take flight at sunset. There is live music, food, Kids Land, and have your own chance to ride in your own hot air balloon! This is truly and experience of a lifetime.
Hinterland Music Festival
This 3-day music festival in Iowa is hosting artists of various genres from around the world! You also have the opportunity for “glamping” onsite, which includes an air-conditioned tent, free coffee in the morning and complimentary happy hours!
Fields of Yogis 2019
If you are looking for a relaxing weekend, head to Cedar Rapids for a 3-day yoga festival! There will be live music, 90-minute workshops, vendors, lunch and much more! Beyond yoga, you can chose from a variety of classes including paddle boarding, cooking and art for you to choose from! Students, active military or veterans will receive 50% off your three-day, weekend, or single day pass.
Iowa has so much to offer! So what are you waiting for, take your next assignment in the heart of the country! Call your Aureus Medical representative today to get started!
Mikayla Bankson is a Social Media Recruiter for the Nursing division of Aureus Medical Group.