Friends of Musser Public Library Book Sale Event

Musser Public Library 408 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Hey book lovers and collectors: You can pick up some fresh, unique and classic titles during a three-day sale event from Oct. 18-20 at the Musser Public Library. The first day is dedicated to Friends members, but we will accept on-the-spot membership purchases to let you in the door. There will be thousands of titles... Read More →

Free

Muskie Band Trunk or Treat

Muscatine Community College 152 Colorado St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Trunk or Treat for Pre-K through 2nd graders at the MCC student center parking lot.

Elf Trivia

Contrary Brewing 411 West Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

Open Mic Night hosted by Frankie Joe

Contrary Brewing 411 West Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

Join us for Contrary Open Mic Night, hosted by Frankie Joe! Open Mic Nights are Friday Oct 18th, Friday November 15th, and Friday, December 13th. Bring your friends, see you soon!

Mirari Brass Quintet

Wesley United Methodist Church 400 Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, United States

Engaging and eclectic, the Mirari Brass Quintet performs music spanning many centuries and genres, balancing intensity with levity and refined virtuosity with pure fun.

Free

Muscatine Area Farmers Market

Parking Lot at 3rd St & Cedar St 3rd St & Cedar St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Join us every Saturday from May through October, 7:30 am to 11:30 am, for a delightful experience! Discover fresh produce, delectable baked goods, and one-of-a-kind handcrafted items. See you there!

Free Artist Workshop for Kids – Faith Ringgold

Muscatine Art Center 1314 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA

Faith Ringgold was an American painter, author, mixed media sculptor, performance artist, and activist, perhaps best known for her narrative quilts. She was the author of 17 children’s books, including ‘Tar Beach ‘ based on her quilt story by the same name. Celebrate Faith’s artistic legacy by creating a story project of your own. Saturday,... Read More →

Free

Halloween at Saulsbury

Saulsbury Recreation Area 2007 Saulsbury Rd, Muscatine, IA, United States

A fun, entertaining, and safe Halloween event. Visitors will follow a drive through the campground at Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area where the campsites and other areas will be decorated with a Halloween theme (not scary) by campers.A suggested $10 per vehicle donation will be collected to support the Muscatine County Conservation Foundation. The first 300... Read More →

Friends of Musser Public Library Book Sale Event

Musser Public Library 408 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Hey book lovers and collectors: You can pick up some fresh, unique and classic titles during a three-day sale event from Oct. 18-20 at the Musser Public Library. The first day is dedicated to Friends members, but we will accept on-the-spot membership purchases to let you in the door. There will be hundreds of titles... Read More →

Free

Haunt with Heart – Halloween for Habitat

Tony Sturms and Mike Snyder are opening up their home to the public to tour inside and out to see all of their Halloween decorations highlighted with a Dept. 56 Village, and many more other Halloween displays - inside and out. There will be candy and refreshments available.

Red Barn Studio with Vada Baker – Hay Harvest

Muscatine Art Center 1314 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA

Artist Vada Baker leads this adult studio class where participants use watercolors to create a scenic barn as the season changes. All supplies included. No experience necessary. Sunday, October 20, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. $15/$13.50 for Friends members. Register by October 18.

$15

GMCCI Ribbon Cutting – Pearl City Thrift Store

Pearl City Thrift Store 1608 Grandview Avenue, Muscatine, IA, United States

If you haven't stopped by this veteran owned store on Muscatine's Southend, you have NO IDEA what you're missing! Carefully curated through donations from the community, Pearl City Thrift offers a wide selection of consignment and secondhand home goods, gifts, apparel, accessories and MORE! Join us as we officially cut the ribbon on October 21st.... Read More →

Teen Game Night

Musser Public Library 408 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA, United States

What’s about the same size as a cell phone, a lot cheaper, and can create interaction with people in the same room as you? A deck of cards. If you do not know card games – or if you know you like them – drop by the library on Oct. 21 to attend Teen Card... Read More →

Free

Discovery Lab

Musser Public Library 408 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Discovery Lab is a monthly meeting geared for ages 8-12 with an interest in hands-on learning and interactivity such as dissection, engineering, and STEM activities. On Tuesday, Oct. 22, science teacher Andi Martinez – who often led our former and similar program, Skeleton Key Club – will lead the group in a dissection project.

Free

GMCCI Ribbon Cutting – Fairport Fish Hatchery Educational Pavilion

Fairport Fish Hatchery 3390 IA-22, Muscatine, IA, United States

Did you know that mussels can filter up to 15 gallons of water per day?!?  These little guys play a huge part in keeping our water clean and the Friends of the Fishport Hatchery have made it their mission to educate the public on the important history of this research station and the work being... Read More →

Halloween Music BINGO

Contrary Brewing 411 West Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

It's close to midnightAnd something evil's lurking in the dark..... Trick OR Treating for ADULTS!(Win beer for adults, and candy for kids!) HALLOWEEN Music BingoWednesday, October 23rd @ 6pmContrary Brewing (Muscatine, IA) FREE To PlayWin FREE stuff!ALL AGES B-I-N-G-O +Name That Tune +Sing-a-longs-----------------------Think & Drink Music Bingo

GMCCI Ribbon Cutting – Iowa Memorial Granite Company

Iowa Memorial Granite Company 2016 CEDAR PLAZA DR, Muscatine, IA, United States

Since 1943, Iowa Memorial Granite Company has served the Muscatine community and honored the members of its families through the design, creation, service and maintenance of expertly carved markers, monuments and mausoleums. They are now THRILLED to announce their recent relocation and the opening of their brand new showroom! Please come help us cut the... Read More →

GMCCI Ribbon Cutting – Quality Cobbler

Qualtiy Cobbler 1903 Park Avenue, Muscatine, IA, United States

Along with our heartfelt gratitude and well wishes, there was a sense of sadness in the air when Larry and Nancy decided to hang up their proverbial boots and retire after decades of owning and operating Quality Cobbler in the Muscatine Mall. What were we supposed to do without this local institution? Well, worry no... Read More →

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT TASTE OF ACHIEVEMENT BOOS & BITES

The Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel 119 West Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

Join Junior Achievement of the Heartland for a scarily fun evening of tasty bites and specialty boos from local vendors! All proceeds support JA learning experiences offered in Cedar, Des Moines, Henderson, Lee, Louisa, Mercer, Muscatine, Warren, and Washington counties. Boos & Bites from: The Honest Skillet Hy-Vee Geo Johnz Maxwell’s on the River Skinny's... Read More →

$30

Trunk or Treat at Addington Place

Addington Place of Muscatine 3515 Diana Queen Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

Join us for a Spook-Tacular Trunk-or-Treat event. Bring the whole family—and wear your masks and costumes—as we celebrate Halloween with candy and goodies from our team members. While you are here, take a tour of our beautiful senior living community and meet our wonderful team members!

Movimiento: A Celebration of Art and Identity Featuring Ballet Des Moines

The Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel 119 West Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

Movimiento, A Celebration of Art & Identify featuring Ballet Des Moines Friday, October 25, 6 PM at The Merrill Hotel Ballroom The performance is free and open to the public, but please RSVP to reserve seats. Movimiento includes ballet excerpts, an audience dialogue, and live music from Colombian musician Juan Sebastian Ramirez Espinosa.

Monster Trivia

Musser Public Library 408 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA, United States

For some people, THIS is the most wonderful time of the year! If you prefer spooky, scary Halloween Monster movies to the sweeter films that dominate the rest of the calendar year, come show off your knowledge and vie for the prize at Carrie's Monster Trivia Night on Friday, Oct. 25! Come early before the... Read More →

Free

Halloween Party at Missipi Brew

Missipi Brew 107 Iowa Avenue, Muscatine, IA, United States

Join us for our annual Halloween Party! Hosted by DJ Drew MinderCostume contest with prizesDrink specials

Halloween at the Market

Parking Lot at 3rd St & Cedar St 3rd St & Cedar St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Come join us on our last day of the season for some sweet treats and some Halloween fun for the kids. Your little ones can Trick-or-Treat from vendor to vendor and visit all the animals in the petting zoo.

Free Day of the Dead Family Celebration

Muscatine Art Center 1314 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA

Spend the afternoon at the Muscatine Art Center to commemorate Dia de los Muertos or, Day of the Dead, the Mexican holiday where families come together to honor their loved ones who have passed. Drop in between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. for Dia de los Muertos crafts and activities to celebrate the holiday. From 2:00... Read More →

Free

Pumpkin Patch Festival

Muscatine Church of Christ 3603 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA, United States

Join us for an exciting afternoon at the Pumpkin Patch Festival. Plan on having lots of fun with pumpkin decorating, riding a mechanical bull, exploring trunkloads of activities, and more! We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, October 26, from 3 -5 pm. Don't forget your camera!

Free

Stepping Stones Learning Center Trunk or Treat Event

Stepping Stones Learning Center is thrilled to share the exciting news of our 3rd annual Trunk or Treat event! We can't wait to welcome local businesses and community members to join us in this thrilling and fun-filled celebration. This year, we encourage everyone to unleash their creativity by adorning their car trunks with spooktacular and... Read More →

Free

Casino Fright Night

The Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel 119 West Mississippi Drive, Muscatine, IA, United States

Welcome to Casino Fright Night! Get ready for a spooky and thrilling evening filled with casino games, costumes, and fun. Join us on Sat, Oct 26, 2024 at The Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel starting at 5:30 PM. Put on your scariest costume and come enjoy a night of exciting fun and entertainment.... Read More →

$25.00

Trunk or Treat Muscatine Parks & Recreation

Muscatine Soccer Complex 401 S. Houser St, Muscatine, IA, United States

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor a scary good time this Halloween season as children will have the opportunity to gather goodies and show off their costumes under a spook-tacular light show. Festivities will take place from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, at Kent Stein Park.   Decorated vehicles will be lined... Read More →

Stinky’s House of Horrors

Stinky's House of Horrors 911 E 11th St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Stinky's House of Horrors haunted house is an annual fundraiser for the Muscatine, Iowa, Salvation Army food pantry. This year, food donations are discontinued. General Admission $3 or Axe-Press allowing you to skip the line $10 per person. Message if interested in purchasing Axe-Press tickets in advance or pay at the door. Saturday, October 26th,... Read More →

Fall Bash Community Block Party

Faith United Church of Christ 3307 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA, United States

All are welcome to join in fun and fellowship at Faith UCC on October 27th from 1-5 pm! Fun for the whole family will be provided! Bring a lawn chair if you have one  The Guadalajara Food Truck will be here3 Guys with Soule will sing, followed by a concert from local group Banjoy!We will... Read More →

Meineke Car Trunk or Treat

Meineke Car Care 1503 Park Ave, Muscatine, IA, United States

Stop by the shop Oct 27th for some Food Drinks and Candy. Thank you Muscatine for the continued support, we absolutely adore our community.

Halloween Trick or Treat

Lutheran Living Senior Campus 2421 Lutheran Dr, Muscatine, IA, United States

Lutheran Living! All participating residents will be ready and waiting in their doorways. Trick or treating will start in our Event Center where our friendly team members will help direct you to the treats. Please direct questions to Lanna: 563-272-2136. We hope to see you for a SPOOKtacular time!

Voices of the Past: Halloween Hijinks

Musser Public Library 408 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA, United States

Emma and Jenny have again combed our archives to bring you another interesting chapter of Voices of the Past. This time, they look into records of spooky, scary shenanigans pulled off by people who lived in Muscatine a long time ago. Join them for a wild look into the past!

Free

2024 Trunk or Treat

Grace Lutheran Church 2107 Cedar Street, Muscatine, IA, United States

Dig out those spooky costumes and come to a safe and magical Trunk or Treat event hosted by Faith Together, Muscatine. The event will be held in Grace Lutheran Church’s parking on Wednesday, October 30th from 6pm to 7:15 pm. If you would like to sponsor a trunk, please go to Trunks are needed! If... Read More →

Free

Trick-Or-Treat at the Muscatine Art Center

Muscatine Art Center 1314 Mulberry Ave, Muscatine, IA

Celebrate the end of spooky season by stopping by the Muscatine Art Center on your trick-or-treating route on Halloween night. Miss Katy will be on the front porch of the historic Musser-McColm mansion and will have Halloween Take & Makes (while supplies last), some treats, and maybe some tricks! Registration not required.

Free

Indoor Trick or Treat

Indoor Trick or Treat 700 Kindler Ave, Muscatine Thursday, October 31st from 5:30-7:30pm Free supper provided

Free

GMCCI Ribbon Cutting – Travelin’ Sips Mobile Bar

Pearl City Station 100 Harbor Dr, Muscatine, IA, United States

If you haven't seen the Travelin' Sips Mobile Bar at a festival or market this fall, then you clearly haven't been looking because they have been EVERYWHERE! Their schedule is so busy, in fact, that we are squeezing in a ceremonial ribbon cutting on Muscatine's riverfront right before they head down to Grandview for R7... Read More →

Death by Fruitcake Advance Screening

The Palms Theater 3611 Palms Dr, Muscatine, IA, United States

New Film from Muscatine authors Max and Barbara Collins Advance Screening at the Palms Nov. 1 and 2 The new film by Road to Perdition’s creator brings to life the mother-and-daughter detective duo from the award-winning Trash ‘n’ Treasures mystery series (Antiques Roadkill) by Muscatine residents Barbara and Max Allan Collins. Local theater diva Vivian... Read More →

Robert Nicholls, organ improvisation during silent movie Nosferatu

Wesley United Methodist Church 400 Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, United States

This renowned organist returns for another silent night at the movies. Robert will be accompanying F.W. Murnau’s gothic legend “Nosferatu” (1922), which is the first version of Count Dracula.

Free

Death by Fruitcake Advance Screening

The Palms Theater 3611 Palms Dr, Muscatine, IA, United States

New Film from Muscatine authors Max and Barbara Collins Advance Screening at the Palms Nov. 1 and 2 The new film by Road to Perdition’s creator brings to life the mother-and-daughter detective duo from the award-winning Trash ‘n’ Treasures mystery series (Antiques Roadkill) by Muscatine residents Barbara and Max Allan Collins. Local theater diva Vivian... Read More →