Welcome to

Fairfield, Iowa

City Hall Closed

Juneteenth

Maharishi Open House

We always accommodate personal tours and visits when a family is unable to make any of our planned Open House dates.

1st Annual Walton Open Club Fundraiser 4 person Best Shot Open to Public

Welcome to the 1st Annual Walton Open. 4 Person Best Shot. Entry fee is $500 per team, with all proceeds benefiting the club. The top 2 teams in each flight with receive prizes. We're looking forward to a great event and a fun day for all! This event is open to the public.

Sign up in clubhouse or give us a call at 641-472-4909! See you at the lake!

Pilates: Beginners - Improvers

Three Strand Cord - Gallery Exhibition

THREE STRAND CORD
MA / MFA SHOW

JUNE 1 - JUNE 21, 2026

MA NAYIAH MCPHAUL / JULES LARSON
MFA COLE FISHBACK

EVENTS

ARTISTS’ RECEPTION
Friday, June 12, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 
Wege Gallery 

Pilates: Over 55's

Chamber Ribbon Cutting - Community Mural

 You're Invited to a Ribbon Cutting Celebration! 

Join the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the unveiling of a new community mural at Thai Deli!

This vibrant mural was made possible through the creativity and collaboration of the Fairfield High School GSA Club and the Leadership Fairfield Class of 2026. As one of this year’s Community Impact Projects, the mural reflects the spirit, inclusivity, and talent of our local youth.

We invite the public and local media to attend, meet the students and leaders behind the project, and help us celebrate this meaningful addition to our community.

 Friday, June 19
 11:30 AM
 Thai Deli – 2nd Street side of the building

Enjoy a brief ribbon cutting ceremony and take in this beautiful new piece of public art!

***Cancelled - Library Closed for Juneteenth***Shhh! We're Writing

Date & Time:  Fridays 2:00-2:30 writing 2:30 optional share time
Location: Fairfield Public Library Conference Room
Audience: Ages 8 and up

Aspiring writers ages 8 and up can come to the library for a quiet work session in the library conference room. Writers are provided a writing prompt or they can work on their own writing projects. The last 15 minutes writers can share if they so choose.

If you need assistance due to a disability to attend this event, contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, ext. 1. 

Casual Commander

Wander in and play some FNM Commander! Whether you play every week or have never played before there is always a place for you here!

Casual Commander

Wander in and play some FNM Commander! Whether you play every week or have never played before there is always a place for you here!

Kayak Loan Jefferson County Park

Want to kayak, but aren’t ready to purchase all of the equipment? Come try it out with us first!

The pond at Jefferson County Park is a great place to try kayaking for the first time. We will provide kayaks, paddles, and life jackets and have a safety kayak on the water. No experience or registration required!

Seats are limited, and time on the water will vary depending on the number of participants.

CPDH League

Wander in and get your Weekly CPDH Fix! Pods of 4 registered decks only. Ask at the counter about Joining the CPDH League and getting a chance for a piece of the $1000.00 Prize Pool!

Movies at Central Park: Over the Headge

Movies at Central Park: Over the Hedge

Friday, June 19th | Central Park, Fairfield, IA

Movie begins at dusk | Free & family-friendly

Movie: Over the Hedge (PG)

Description:

When a group of woodland animals wakes up from hibernation, they discover that a sprawling suburban neighborhood has appeared right outside their home. Led by a clever raccoon named RJ, the animals venture beyond the hedge in search of food and adventure, learning a few lessons about friendship and family along the way. A fast-paced animated comedy from DreamWorks featuring the voices of Bruce Willis, Steve Carell, and Wanda Sykes.

Trailer:

Over the Hedge Official Trailer (YouTube)

Runtime: 83 minutes

Rating: PG

More info: Fairfield Parks & Recreation | 641-472-6159

TENCO Foundation 40th Annual Golf Classic

 Gather your team and hit the course for the 40th Annual TENCO Foundation Golf Classic on June 20, 2026!

Enjoy a great day of golf while supporting programs and services that make a difference across southeast Iowa. Shotgun starts at 7:30am & 2:00pm — foursomes are encouraged to register now!

Hy-Vee will be serving hot dogs, brats, and chips from
8:00am -4:00pm.

Register your team online today at: https://firstresources.us/event#tenco-golf-classic

Thank you to our Sponsors:
N.A.P
South Ottumwa Savings Bank
Legacy Foundation
JBS/UFCW 

Fairfield Farmers Market - Outdoors

Weekly market with locally grown produce and hand made items.
Outdoor Market:
May-Oct. Sat. 8am-1pm at Howard Park
Wed. 3pm-6pm on the Square

Our Market at a Glance

First organized in 1975, we have become SE Iowa’s most well known farmer’s market. Customers are always pleased, and vendors can’t wait to bring their goods to such a vibrant community of buyers.

The market is intended to provide an opportunity for individuals to sell approved items, which are produced or manufactured by them in their garden, farm or home. Vendors may sell only those products that are approved items and that are grown or made by them.

We are organized as a 501c3 non-profit and manged by a Market Advisory Board. We have expanded to accept vendors from all surounded counties, plus three more counties.

Friendly  Local Merchants

All of our vendors are friendly and helpful.

Feel free to talk with them when you visit our market.

Join us in this happy event every week.

Become a Merchant

What Cheer Volunteer Fire Dept Car Shaw

 Location:
708 Maple St, What Cheer, Iowa

 Start Time:
8:00 AM

 Food & Drinks:
Beer Belly BBQ will be serving great food along with non-alcoholic drinks.

 Entry Info:
• $20 entry for show cars
• Free entry if you’re just coming to look

Come hang out, check out the rides, grab some food, and enjoy the day! 

Trophies for all winners!

Pilates: Foundations

Saturday Step

Kids Club - Grill Out With Dad

Antojitos N' Grill @ Hush & Co

Dorothy Bell Memorial Garden Tour

The Fairfield Art Association is hosting a "Dorothy Bell Memorial Garden Tour" on SATURDAY JUNE 20, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The inspiring Garden event honors a founding member and creator of the Original Garden Tour in this 60th FAA anniversary year.

This fundraiser features 5 gardens listed below and 2 BONUS Garden Center Stops - "Oakwood Nursery" at 1000 Oakwood Blvd. in Fairfield and

"Wolf Creek Farm" 3100 226th St. Lockridge - only open After 1PM.

You can sign up for a door prize at both locations, get more inspiration and see plants available for purchase.

Gardens will have a few plein air artists at work to watch, and some musicians playing music for your enjoyment. Gardens could be displaying a few art related works.

More info: https://www.fairfieldiowa.com/news/the_fairfield_art_association_to_host_a_dorothy_bell_memorial_garden_tour/

Mat Pilates: Classical Flow

Core 'N More

Shop with a Hero-Benefit Ride

Bring your bike or car and enjoy a fun ride for a great cause!

 Elks Lodge #1192 – Fairfield
 Check-In: 10:30 AM
 Ride Begins: 11:00 AM
 $15 Entry Fee Per Bike or Car

Route:
Peck’s → Chommy’s → Ottumwa Balloon Races → Elks Lodge #1192

Puppet Play

This Saturday, June 20th 11:00 AM in the FPL meeting room experience the magic of the Singing Cedars School puppet players!

Pilates: All Levels Flow

Singing Cedars Puppet Play - Twiggy

This Waldorf style puppet play is put on by the Singing Cedars Puppet Performers.  They are sharing a Ukrainian folk tale that tells the story of a little boy who is misled by a “false voice” and with the help of a goose is returned to his loving grandparents.

This program is a part of the Plant a Seed Read! Summer Reading Challenge and is supported in part by financial contributions by

***EVENT CANCELLED***Native Plant Garden Club

Join the Native Plant Garden Club for a lively discussion inspired by the work of Dr. Doug Tallamy, professor in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware and co-founder of Homegrown National Park, whose research highlights the critical role of native plants in restoring biodiversity. Participants will share their experiences transforming lawns and gardens into thriving habitats that support pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. Whether you're just getting started or well on your way, this is a great opportunity to connect and learn with fellow native plant enthusiasts. This event is co-sponsored by the Southeast Iowa Sierra Club.

Grow & Know!

Honey, Bees, and Consciousness: A Sweet Exploration of Nature's Wisdom

Jodeci "Hunny" Gonzalez is the founder of J.A.D.E., creator of an award-winning honey product line rooted in nature, wellness, and conscious living. Her work bridges people, pets, and the natural world through thoughtfully crafted honey blends, holistic lifestyle practices, and education centered on balance and vitality. As a Master’s student in Maharishi Ayurveda and a representative of MAPI in Fairfield, Jodeci brings together ancient wisdom, modern wellness, and a deep reverence for bees as teachers of harmony, intelligence, and interconnectedness. Her mission is to help others reconnect with nature’s rhythms and experience nourishment that supports body, mind, and spirit.

Join Jodeci "Hunny" for a buzzworthy gathering exploring honey, bees, and our relationship with nature. Through tasting Manuka, Local, and Vedic Honey, conversation about the wisdom of bees and their role in supporting life, and a guided honey meditation, guests will be invited into a moment of nourishmen

t and connection.

Jason Christensen Trio - Fairfield Elks

The Jason Christensen Trio is coming to town!You don’t want to miss this event! Mark your calendars! 

 Saturday, June 20th
 5:30 PM Lodge Opens
 6:00-8:00 PM with Outpost Catering Co.
 7:00-10:00 PM Jason Christensen Trio
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Jason Christensen has been performing professionally since the age of 15, touring nationally with his band Scarlet Runner and earning recognition through top finishes in the National Jimi Hendrix Guitar Competition and Guitar Center’s Battle of the Blues. With Scarlet Runner, he released music through Grooveyard Records, further establishing his reputation as a serious blues artist.

Today, The Jason Christensen Trio delivers a high-energy blues and roots show built on tight
musicianship, expressive guitar work, and strong, commanding vocals. Backed by seasoned Midwest players; including musicians inducted into the Iowa Blues Hall of Fame and the Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.