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Meet Ottumwa

The official page for Meet Ottumwa, the Greater Ottumwa Convention & Visitors Bureau.

01/31/2025

February: a month filled with football, romance, and an awesome lineup of shows at the Bridge View Center! What are you going to see?

01/30/2025

With the recent buzz around them in the news, did you know that Wapello County has ties to the Tuskegee Airmen? Two of these legendary pilots were born and raised right here in Ottumwa. Today, we decided we wanted to take a moment to honor these local heroes and reflect on their incredible legacies and sacrifices.

01/29/2025

Want to truly experience a place? Dive into its live music scene! Ottumwa has a jam-packed weekend of incredible shows for you to check out. Don’t miss out on the tunes that bring the town to life! More details below ⬇️

01/23/2025

Just because it's winter, doesn't mean you can't enjoy a weekend getaway! Discover cozy spots, winter adventures, and unique experiences in Wapello County!

01/21/2025

We hosted another successful Wildlife Weekend this past Saturday! Thank you to our wonderful speakers and all of the organizations that helped make it a fun and educational day!

Blank Park Zoo Iowa Bird Rehabilitation Ottumwa Public Library Iowa Heartland History Connection - Museum Ottumwa Ymca Pioneer Ridge Nature Area - Wapello County Conservation Board Jefferson County Conservation

01/20/2025

To celebrate , Meet Ottumwa had the privilege of attending the Ottumwa Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration yesterday. A big thank you to Dr. Jeff Hendred and the planning committee for hosting such a wonderful event, highlighting the importance of positive change and unity in our world.

01/17/2025

Widlife, live music, and celebrations this weekend in Ottumwa! Visit meetottumwa.org/events for more details.

01/16/2025

Did you know geese will attack bald eagles? Learn more fun facts like this during Wildlife Weekend at Bridge View Center this Saturday!

* No animals were harmed during the taking of these photographs*

01/15/2025

Bring your little artists to Wildlife Weekend on January 18 at Bridge View Center and let them unleash their imagination and create a wildlife-inspired work of art!

01/13/2025

Looking for a fun-filled weekend? Join us for the Wapello County Wildlife Weekend this Saturday at Bridge View Center for a day packed with education, excitement, and nature! Mark your calendars and discover the beauty of wildlife that can be found right in your backyard!

01/10/2025

Another Wildlife Weekend Announcement! Our friends at the Ottumwa Public Library will be joining us to read some wonderful books about nature and wildlife, inspiring young minds to connect with the natural world. Don’t miss out on this fun and educational experience for the whole family next Saturday at Bridge View Center!

01/09/2025

Dinner theatre, cover bands, and cultural celebrations this weekend in Ottumwa! Visit meetottumwa.org/events for more details!

01/08/2025

Kick off Wildlife Weekend on January 18th with 2 hours of guided bird watching outside of Bridge View Center. Our friends from Jefferson County Conservation will be pointing out the different species that hangout along the Des Moines River from 8-10 AM. Binoculars will be available but feel free to bring your own and don't forget to dress warm!

01/07/2025

Looking for something fun and exciting to do in 2025? Whether you're a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or a fan of arts and culture, we’ve compiled a list of 25 must-try experiences that will make your visit unforgettable. Check out our blog at https://www.meetottumwa.org/stories/25_things_to_do_in_2025/

01/03/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce our next speaker for Wildlife Weekend: Iowa Bird Rehabilitation!

Join us as they share their incredible mission to help a wide variety of birds — from songbirds and waterfowl to gamebirds, shorebirds, and small raptors — all across Iowa.

Learn about their vital work in bird rescue, rehabilitation, and release, and discover how we can all play a role in protecting our feathered friends.

12/31/2024

Another year in the books! See you all in 2025!

12/30/2024

In 2024, more than 870 listings appeared on the Meet Ottumwa local events calendar. We featured everything from national performers and shows at Bridge View Center to major city and county events like Elks 347 Ottumwa Pro Balloon Races Charity Fundraiser and Ottumwa Oktoberfest to local music, family activities at the Ottumwa Public Library and special occasions at American Gothic House & Center. Just to name a few...

These events are then included in our social media promotions, email blasts, and other marketing efforts throughout the state and across the country. Our events calendar is far and away the most-viewed page of our website, and it's available for you and your organizations to use, free of charge! Just visit meetottumwa.org/events and click on Submit Your Event. Give us all the details, and we'll take it from there.

While you're there, make sure to subscribe to our events email, which comes straight to your inbox at the end of every month. It's your connection to everything that's happening in Ottumwa and across Wapello County, and you'll definitely want to be a part of it.

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115 E Main Street
Ottumwa, IA
52501

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Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

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https://www.meetottumwa.org/

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Just because it's winter, doesn't mean you can't enjoy a weekend getaway! Discover cozy spots, winter adventures, and unique experiences in Wapello County!

Widlife, live music, and celebrations this weekend in Ottumwa! Visit meetottumwa.org/events for more details.

Dinner theatre, cover bands, and cultural celebrations this weekend in Ottumwa! Visit meetottumwa.org/events for more details!

Meet Ottumwa 2024

Another year in the books! See you all in 2025! #MeetOttumwa #TravelIowa

Meet Ottumwa would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Meet David!

Meet David, the General Manager of the Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Center! David is here to introduce himself and share a progress update on the construction of the facility. We are just weeks away from work being complete!

Home for the Holidays

We hope you'll join us this Friday for Main Street Ottumwa's Home for the Holidays event! Support local businesses and find unique gifts for everyone on your list!

The holidays are officially in full swing this weekend in Ottumwa and Wapello County! From twinkling holiday lights to festive shopping and exciting shows, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Check out all the local events happening around town and make the most of the season! Visit meetottumwa.org/events for all the details.

The CPKC Holiday Train will be rolling into Ottumwa on Thanksgiving morning. The performance will take place at 10 AM at the Ottumwa CPKC station, 1300 Wildwood Dr. across I34 from Kohl’s and feature performances from New York-based pop-rock outfit American Authors and Grammy-nominated and Brit Award-winning musician KT Tunstall. Santa Claus will be there for photos and the event will conclude with a check presentation to the Food Bank of Iowa by CPKC. Kick off the holidays by helping make the season a little brighter for those facing food insecurity!

BaconTown

BaconTown is this Saturday at Bridge View Center from 11AM-5PM! Where else can you go and find: ✅ Bacon 🥓 ✅ Bacon 🥓 ✅ More bacon 🥓 ✅ Live music & kids activites 🎶 🎟

Meet Ottumwa's New Visitor Center

Meet Ottumwa's new visitor center is now open at 115 E. Main St. Stop in to check out the mini-museum, art gallery, gift shop, tourist information, and M*A*S*H exhibit, all housed in an historic downtown building. #meetottumwa #mainstreetottumwa

Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Center Walkthrough

Curious about the new Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Center going up over by the beach? Let Brian Morgan take you on a virtual tour of this state-of-the-art facility! We can’t wait for January to arrive and bring this amazing addition to our community. Check out the video and see what’s in store! 🎥🏀🏐