Events

Come join the fun in Appanoose County!

We can't wait to see you at one of our upcoming events in Centerville and the surrounding communities. There are great things in store for you, no matter your age! Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter... we're ready to enjoy what life has to offer in Appanoose County.

Drake Hall Headstones on the Lawn Contest

Drake Hall 519 Drake Ave, Centerville, IA, United States

Create a part of Drake Hall's Annual Halloween Display for a chance to win $100! Sign up to participate here: https://drakehallbradleygardens.org/entry-form This contest is open to all ages, groups, businesses and organizations! Sign up by October 20th at 5pm. There is a $10 participation fee. Winners will be announced on Halloween! For more information, visit https://drakehallbradleygardens.org/halloween or reach out on…

$10

NAMI Family Support Group – Hybrid

Optimae Life Services 209 E Maple St #9, Centerville, IA, United States

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) hosts bi-weekly Family Support Group. NAMI Family Support Group is for loved ones of those with mental health concerns and meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month via Zoom and in person in Centerville at the Optimae Building (209 East Maple St.) from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Family Support…

Free

Sip and Solve with Seniors October 15th

Hy-Vee 609 N 18th St, Centerville, IA, United States

Our first Sip and Solve with Seniors event is October 15th at the Centerville Hy-Vee! Join us for a special community engagement event hosted by PACT (Promoting Appanoose & Centerville), designed to give seniors 65+ in Appanoose County a voice in shaping the future of our community. This event is your opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, and discuss how…

Free

2024 Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition

Multiple Locations 128 N 12th St, CENTERVILLE, IA, United States

Head to southern Iowa for some amazing finds October 18th-20th for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition! The Southern Iowa Junk Journey Fall Edition is set to take place from October 18th to 20th, 2024, offering a unique road trip experience for vintage lovers, antique hunters, and fans of repurposed treasures. This 150-mile loop covers several small towns in…

Free

Kids Craft Club at the YMCA

Rathbun Lake Area YMCA 708 S Main St, Centerville, IA, United States

Kids Craft Club will be hosted monthly at the Rathbun Lake Area YMCA! Join in the fun and get creative in Kids Craft Club! Led by artist, educator, and Y staff Jane, kids will learn to collaborate in the creation of unique art installations around the Y. There will also have a healthy snack and do a make-and-take project. On…

Free ā€“ $10

YMCA Kids Craft Club

Rathbun Lake Area YMCA 708 S Main St, Centerville, IA, United States

2024 Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition

Multiple Locations 128 N 12th St, CENTERVILLE, IA, United States

Head to southern Iowa for some amazing finds October 18th-20th for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition! The Southern Iowa Junk Journey Fall Edition is set to take place from October 18th to 20th, 2024, offering a unique road trip experience for vintage lovers, antique hunters, and fans of repurposed treasures. This 150-mile loop covers several small towns in…

Free

Civil War Presentation Oct 19

Moravia Public Library

Join the Moravia Public Library for their Civil War Presentation on October 19th! Bring a lawn chair and join the Moravia Public Library for a trip back in time as Diane Deal, Ruth Shoup, and Vicki Williams will present an onstage fashion show from the Victorian era. These ladies will be featuring: the Ball Gown, The Mourning Dress, the entire…

Free

2024 Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition

Multiple Locations 128 N 12th St, CENTERVILLE, IA, United States

Head to southern Iowa for some amazing finds October 18th-20th for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition! The Southern Iowa Junk Journey Fall Edition is set to take place from October 18th to 20th, 2024, offering a unique road trip experience for vintage lovers, antique hunters, and fans of repurposed treasures. This 150-mile loop covers several small towns in…

Free

St. Mary’s Harvest Dinner

St. Mary's Catholic Church 828 S 18th St, Centerville, United States

Details to come!

Business Before Hours October 23rd

PACT Board Room 128 N 12th Street, Centerville, IA, United States

Join us for Business Before Hours October 23rd at 8am! Every other month, PACT will be hosting a meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at 8am. This is an open meeting for any Appanoose County business owners or employees to attend, not just retailers! We will be reviewing upcoming promotional events, funding opportunities and more. We'll be meeting…

Free

MercyOne Auxiliary Bake Sale October 23rd

MercyOne Hospital Gift Shop One St. Joseph's Drive, Centerville, IA, United States

MercyOne Auxiliary Bake Sale October 23rd beginning at 9am! Each month, visit the MercyOne Hospital Gift Shop for the Auxiliary Bake Sale! Purchase an assortment of homemade goodies like pies, cookies, fudge, breads, cinnamon rolls and more all benefiting the MercyOne Centerville Auxiliary. For more details on the Auxiliary Bake Sales & the MercyOne Centerville Auxiliary, check out their Facebook…

Miss Pancake Day Queen Committee Interest Meeting

PACT Board Room 128 N 12th Street, Centerville, IA, United States

We're looking to expand the Pancake Day Queen Committee as we head into planning for the 76th Annual Pancake Day! Join us for this informational meeting to learn more about opportunities to get involved in planning the Miss Pancake Day pageant! Wednesday October 23rd beginning at 5pm at the PACT office (128 N 12th Street). Questions? Email director@pactiowa.org or call…

Free

Canvas at the Coffee Shop (Spooky Castle Edition) 10/24

Tangleberries 102 W Jackson Street, Centerville, IA, United States

Mark your calendar for Canvas at the Coffee Shop (Spooky Castle Edition) on October 24th! Get ready for a hauntingly good time at Tangleberries! Join them for their THIRD Canvas at the Coffee Shop, where ghoulish creativity comes to life every 4th Thursday of the month. This October, immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit with a spooky castle paintingā€”perfect for…

$30

Haden Family Medicine Ribbon Cutting and Open House 10/25

Haden Family Medicine 1111 North Haynes Ave, Centerville, IA, United States

Haden Family Medicine Ribbon Cutting and Open House October 25th! Join us for the Ribbon Cutting and Open House at Haden Family Medicine on October 25, 2024! We are excited to welcome this new business to the community and invite everyone to celebrate their opening from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 3 PM.…

Free

Spooky Family Fun Nights at Honey Creek Resort Oct 25

Honey Creek Resort 12633 Resort Drive, Moravia, IA, United States

Spooky Family Fun Nights at Honey Creek Resort Oct 25 & 26! Honey Creek Resort invites families to its Spooky Family Fun Nights on October 25th and 26th, 2024! This festive event is designed for all ages, offering a mix of thrilling and family-friendly Halloween activities. Held from 5 PM to 9 PM each night, the event has two sessions:…

$10 ā€“ $15

2024 Lakeview Fall Festival

Lakeview Elementary Francis Ave, Centerville, IA, United States

Lakeview PTO will be hosting the Lakeview Fall Festival on October 25th! Get ready for a fun-filled evening at the Lakeview PTO's annual Fall Festival on October 25th at Lakeview Elementary! This beloved community event, open to all, offers a safe and festive environment for families to enjoy Halloween-themed activities. Running for an hour and a half, the festival features…

Free

Lelah Bradley Trick-Or-Treat October 25th

Lelah Bradley Park 210th Ave, Centerville, Iowa

Lelah Bradley Trick-Or-Treat in the Campgrounds October 25th! On Friday, October 25th from 6:00 - 8:00pm, head out to the Lelah Bradley campgrounds for trick or treating! Get into the spirit of Halloween at our Trick-or-Treat event. Campers at the park are invited to decorate their sites and hand out candy. The best decorated site will win a prize. Kids…

Free

Papo’s Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze 10/25

Papo's Pumpkin Patch 22433 490th St, Centerville, IA, United States

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

$10

Moulton’s House of Horrors

Moulton Crosslines Center

The Moulton Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Moulton's House of Horror October 25th & 26th! Head to the Moulton Crossline Center for a night of scares around every turn, two stories of horror mania! The House of Horrors will be open 7pm-11:30pm on both October 25th & 26th! Tickets are $10/each first entry and if you want to go…

$5 ā€“ $10

Centerville Faith Church Trick or Trunk October 26th

Centerville Faith Church

Centerville Faith Church will be hosting their Trick or Trunk event October 26th 5-7pm! Dress up, bring the whole family, and come on out for this FREE fall event! Centerville Faith Church will be providing a safe trick-or-treat experience for kids, tons of candy, a hot dog roast, games, and much more. The best part is, it's all FREE. That's…

Free

Spooky Family Fun Nights at Honey Creek Resort Oct 26

Honey Creek Resort 12633 Resort Drive, Moravia, IA, United States

Spooky Family Fun Nights at Honey Creek Resort Oct 25 & 26! Honey Creek Resort invites families to its Spooky Family Fun Nights on October 25th and 26th, 2024! This festive event is designed for all ages, offering a mix of thrilling and family-friendly Halloween activities. Held from 5 PM to 9 PM each night, the event has two sessions:…

$10 ā€“ $15

Papo’s Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze 10/26

Papo's Pumpkin Patch 22433 490th St, Centerville, IA, United States

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

$10

Moulton’s House of Horrors

Moulton Crosslines Center

The Moulton Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Moulton's House of Horror October 25th & 26th! Head to the Moulton Crossline Center for a night of scares around every turn, two stories of horror mania! The House of Horrors will be open 7pm-11:30pm on both October 25th & 26th! Tickets are $10/each first entry and if you want to go…

$5 ā€“ $10

Frostbite Open The Preserve at Honey Creek Oct 27

The Preserve on Rathbun Lake 12633 Resort Drive, Moravia, United States

Frostbite Open at The Preserve at Honey Creek Resort Sunday October 27th! Call the clubhouse (641-724-1400) or email thepreserveonrathbun@gmail.com to learn more or register! Entry for members is $40/each and non-members are $70/each. Entry includes golfing, golf cart, lunch, big prizes and a free round of golf! To learn more about Honey Creek Resort & The Preserve at Honey Creek…

$40 ā€“ $70

Appanoose County Haunted History Tour Oct 27

Oakland Cemetery 911 E. State Street, Centerville, IA, United States

The Appanoose County Historical Society presents their Appanoose County Haunted History Tour Sunday October 27th! The Appanoose County Historical Society invites you to step back in time at the Haunted History Tour on Sunday, October 27, at Oakland Cemetery. Discover the rich and eerie past of Appanoose County through stories of eight remarkable individuals who shaped the community. This guided…

$7

NAMI Family Support Group – Hybrid

Optimae Life Services 209 E Maple St #9, Centerville, IA, United States

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) hosts bi-weekly Family Support Group. NAMI Family Support Group is for loved ones of those with mental health concerns and meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month via Zoom and in person in Centerville at the Optimae Building (209 East Maple St.) from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Family Support…

Free

Ghouls & Goodies Trick or Treating on the Centerville Square 2024

Centerville Square Centerville, IA, United States

Join us for a fang-tastic evening of spooky fun, treat and ghoulish surprises on the Centerville Square at Ghouls and Goodies! Trick or treat your way through Centerville's Historic Square-- if you dare! Enjoy trick or treating at local businesses (these business purchase all the candy themselves, thank them by shopping local!), meet our spook-tacular 2024 Miss Pancake Day, Noelle…

Free

Papo’s Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze 11/1

Papo's Pumpkin Patch 22433 490th St, Centerville, IA, United States

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

$10

Memorial Service and Reception

Thomas Funeral Home 501 N. 18th Street, Centerville, IOWA

Hosted by EveryStep Hospice & Thomas Funeral Home. This is an event open to the public to honor those who have passed on in the last year. There will be live music, a short memorial ceremony, and lightĀ hors dā€™oeuvres.

Papo’s Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze 11/2

Papo's Pumpkin Patch 22433 490th St, Centerville, IA, United States

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

$10

November Kaffee Klatch

The 2nd Baptist Church 422 S 18th Street, Centerville, IA, United States

Join us for the November edition of Kaffee Klatch where organizations share information about all the the happenings of Appanoose County! This months meeting is sponsored and hosted by the Historic Preservation Corporation.    

Free

Pajama Night in Centerville 2024

Centerville Square Centerville, IA, United States

Pajama Night in Centerville 2024 is November 8th! Shop in your slippers at Pajama Night in Centerville! Enjoy extended hours at some of your favorite local businesses and one night only doorbusters, discounts, giveaways and more! Check back for more details & a list of participating businesses.

Free

November Shop 2nd Saturday

Appanoose County

Shop 2nd Saturday is our monthly shopping event highlighting participating Appanoose County businesses! Check back for event themes and details! November Shop 2nd Saturday Facebook page šŸ‘‰šŸ»Ā  https://fb.me/e/4IeZJXEFt

Free

Centerville Concert Association: Jared Frieburg & The Vagabonds November 9th

Simon Estes Auditorium 612 S 12th St, Centerville, IA, United States

Centerville Concert Association: Jared Frieburg & The Vagabonds November 9th The Centerville Concert Association promotes affordable, family-friendly live entertainment for southern Iowa and northern Missouri. Attendees can purchase a ticket for one show for $15/person, or you can get a season ticket for $35. The season ticket also includes additional shows in Fairfield, Washington, Indianola and Ottumwa. About the Performance:…

$15

NAMI Family Support Group – Hybrid

Optimae Life Services 209 E Maple St #9, Centerville, IA, United States

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) hosts bi-weekly Family Support Group. NAMI Family Support Group is for loved ones of those with mental health concerns and meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month via Zoom and in person in Centerville at the Optimae Building (209 East Maple St.) from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Family Support…

Free

HPC Drive Thru Dinner November 14

The 2nd Baptist Church 422 S 18th Street, Centerville, IA, United States

HPC Drive Thru Dinner November 14 Follow theĀ Historic Preservation CorporationĀ on Facebook for more details! For a full list of upcoming events & activities in Appanoose County, check out ourĀ Events Calendar!

$12

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