Events from June 22, 2024 – June 26, 2024 – Visit Altoona

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  • Venardos Circus

    Venardos Circus
    Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, IA, United States

    Altoona friends, welcome Venardos Circus to the Outlets of Des Moines—your go-to spot for a fun night out close to home. The Venardos Circus runs May 28 - June 7. This isn’t a huge, impersonal big-top; it’s an intimate, story-driven circus where every feat feels close enough to touch, blending daring artistry with heartfelt humor.…

  • Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show

    Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show
    Adventureland 3300 Adventureland Dr., Altoona, IA, United States

    Adventureland’s midways come alive as a crew of larger-than-life lumberjacks brings big laughs and even bigger skills to the park. Watch as these flannel-clad pros put their unique logging talents on full display with high-energy competitions, playful banter and a humorous twist that’s fun for the whole family.

  • Venardos Circus

    Venardos Circus
    Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, IA, United States

    Altoona friends, welcome Venardos Circus to the Outlets of Des Moines—your go-to spot for a fun night out close to home. The Venardos Circus runs May 28 - June 7. This isn’t a huge, impersonal big-top; it’s an intimate, story-driven circus where every feat feels close enough to touch, blending daring artistry with heartfelt humor.…

  • Venardos Circus

    Venardos Circus
    Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, IA, United States

    Altoona friends, welcome Venardos Circus to the Outlets of Des Moines—your go-to spot for a fun night out close to home. The Venardos Circus runs May 28 - June 7. This isn’t a huge, impersonal big-top; it’s an intimate, story-driven circus where every feat feels close enough to touch, blending daring artistry with heartfelt humor.…

  • Belmont Stakes

    Prairie Meadows 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA, United States

    Simulcast live from Laurel Park in Laurel, Maryland, featuring $2 million in purses. Watch and wager at Prairie Meadows on Level 4.

  • Live Racing

    Live Racing
    Prairie Meadows 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA, United States

    Experience the excitement of live racing all summer from May 2 to September 26.

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    Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.

    Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.
    CAP Theatre 201 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA, United States

    Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self-discovery. This 60-minute stage adaptation of the classic Disney animated film and the Lewis Carroll stories makes a triumphant return to the Broadway Junior® catalogue, with an updated script and score made specifically for today’s young…

  • Live Music: Drew Fry

    Hawk Heaven Tavern 805 17th Ave SW, Altoona, IA, United States

    Join us for live music with Drew Fry!

  • The Savage Freds

    Live Music: The Savage Freds

    Live Music: The Savage Freds
    Prairie Meadows 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA, United States

    Nostalgic for the 90s? Alt-grunge cover band The Savage Freds is bringing them back. If you love Pearl Jam, The Verve, and Matchbox 20, don't miss this Des Moines-based act. Must be 21+ to attend this free show.

  • Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show

    Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show
    Adventureland 3300 Adventureland Dr., Altoona, IA, United States

    Adventureland’s midways come alive as a crew of larger-than-life lumberjacks brings big laughs and even bigger skills to the park. Watch as these flannel-clad pros put their unique logging talents on full display with high-energy competitions, playful banter and a humorous twist that’s fun for the whole family.

  • alice in wonderland

    Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.

    Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.
    CAP Theatre 201 1st Ave S, Altoona, IA, United States

    Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self-discovery. This 60-minute stage adaptation of the classic Disney animated film and the Lewis Carroll stories makes a triumphant return to the Broadway Junior® catalogue, with an updated script and score made specifically for today’s young…

  • Venardos Circus

    Venardos Circus
    Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, IA, United States

    Altoona friends, welcome Venardos Circus to the Outlets of Des Moines—your go-to spot for a fun night out close to home. The Venardos Circus runs May 28 - June 7. This isn’t a huge, impersonal big-top; it’s an intimate, story-driven circus where every feat feels close enough to touch, blending daring artistry with heartfelt humor.…