Every month I bring you the best things to do in Sioux City and Siouxland, from storytimes and crafts to music festivals, streaming concerts, and holidays from silly to serious. This month, some of the highlights include Fourth of July, Saturday in the Park, and tons of summer fun! You might also be interested in my posts about pools and splash pads in Siouxland or summer day camps in Siouxland. I hope these event listings help inspire you to go make some happy memories with your family this month!
*July 2026 update in progress!*
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Recommended Reads for July 2026
- Of Thee I Sing: Poems that Celebrate our American Spirit edited by Ryan G. Van Cleave (poetry and songs for all ages) In this treasure of an anthology, Van Cleave guides readers through classics of America's poetic literary tradition including Paul Revere's Ride, the Star Spangled-Banner (Defence of Fort M'Henry), Chicago by Carl Sandburg, The Negro Speaks of Rivers by Langston Hughes, and many more. Full review coming soon!
- Amazing Iowa (nonfiction guidebook for adults.) This new travel guide from Reedy Press shares a side of Iowa you might not know about yet. Check out my full review of Amazing Iowa here.
- Huck and Loona (picture book.) Kids will love the cute loon and bear pair of protagonists, and their relatable story about compromising and finding a way to play together despite your differences. Check out my full review of Huck and Loona for more on this adorable book.
Jump to a Week in July 2026
Things to do in Sioux City and Siouxland the First Week of July 2026
- Weds 7/1
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson.
- Thurs 7/2
- noon: Play at the Park at Little Sioux Park in Correctionville with Woodbury County Conservation
- 2 to 4pm: Happy Birthday, America! Celebration at the Sioux City Public Library downtown
- Fri 7/3
- Sat 7/4
- Happy Fourth of July/ Happy 250th Birthday, America!
- Saturday in the Park Music Festival at Grandview Park all day, with Kids Zone open from noon to 7pm. More details available in my Saturday in the Park guide.
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson.
Things to do in Sioux City and Siouxland the Second Week of July 2026
- Sun 7/5
- Mon 7/6
- 1pm: Monday Matinee at Morningside at the Morningside branch of the Sioux City Public Library
- 2pm: Legos at the Library at the downtown branch of the Sioux City Public Library
- Tues 7/7
- Weds 7/8
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 10am: Big Head Mask Making Workshop at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, for kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade, FREE
- 6:30pm: Yoga at the Nature Center at the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center, hosted by Sioux City Parks and Recreation
- Thurs 7/9
- 10am: Big Head Mask Making Workshop at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, for kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade, FREE
- 10am: Library Storytime at the Sloan Public Library Reading Garden
- 5:30pm: Sioux City Artwalk beginning at the Sioux City Art Center
- Fri 7/10
- 10am: Big Head Mask Making Workshop at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, for kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade, FREE
- 7pm: Top Gun Movie Night at the Mid America Air Museum
- Sat 7/11
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 10am: Animal Tracking kids workshop at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center
- 10:30am: Saturday Art Lessons: Mixed Media Beetles at the Sioux City Art Center, $7 per project, for ages 8+ or for younger artists with a parent or other adult helper
Things to do in Sioux City and Siouxland the Third Week of July 2026
- Sun 7/12
- 2pm: Then & Now Duo live musical performance at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Mon 7/13
- Tues 7/14
- Weds 7/15
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 10am: Lots of Critters Everywhere! Animal tracking workshop for kids, at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Thurs 7/16
- 10am: Library Storytime at Kluver Gardens in Sloan, IA hosted by the Sloan Public Library
- Fri 7/17
- 10am and 6pm: The Adventures of Krumplestiltskin live musical presented by LAMB Caravan Theatre at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center outdoor stage, FREE
- Sat 7/18
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 10am: Outdoor Water Games at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, recommended for kids up through 8th grade, FREE
- 10am: Water Wonders at Little Sioux Park in Correctionville, hosted by Woodbury County Conservation
- 10:30am: Saturday Art Lessons: Mixed Media Seascape at the Sioux City Art Center, $7 per project, for ages 8+ or for younger artists with a parent or other adult helper
- 8pm: Bug Night Out at Snyder Bend Park in Salix, IA with Woodbury County Conservation
Things to do in Sioux City and Siouxland the Fourth Week of July 2026
- Sun 7/19
- 2pm: Theresa Kay Orr live musical performance at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Mon 7/20
- Tues 7/21
- 10am: From Trash to Fashion upcycling workshop for 5th through 8th graders at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Weds 7/22
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 10am: From Trash to Fashion upcycling workshop for 5th through 8th graders at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Thurs 7/23
- 10am: Library Storytime at Sloan Park, hosted by the Sloan Public Library
- 10am: From Trash to Fashion upcycling workshop for 5th through 8th graders at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Fri 7/24
- 10am: From Trash to Fashion upcycling workshop for 5th through 8th graders at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Sat 7/25
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 8:30am: Siouxland Zen at the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center with Woodbury County Conservation
- 10am: From Trash to Fashion: Trashion Show at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center (awards and fashion show featuring the fun kid creations made throughout the week!)
- 10:30am: Saturday Art Lessons: Foam Sheet Monsters at the Sioux City Art Center, $7 per project, for ages 8+ or for younger artists with a parent or other adult helper
- 7pm: Swing Along with Michael Lyon swing music concert at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
Things to do in Sioux City and Siouxland the Fifth Week of July 2026
- Sun 7/26
- 2pm: Is this Your Card? magic show with Corey Fravel at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, FREE
- Mon 7/27
- Tues 7/28
- Weds 7/29
- 8am to 1pm: Sioux City Farmers Market in the Farmers Market lot west of the Tyson
- 6pm: Rivercade Parade
- Thurs 7/30
- 10am: Library Storytime at Uncommon Grounds, hosted by the Sloan Public Library
- Fri 7/31
I do not run any of these events and encourage you to call or visit the
websites and/or social media accounts of the hosting locations,
organizations, or stores with any questions and to confirm details. Many
paid events and some free events require tickets or
registration, and some may sell out or fill up quickly or very far
in advance. Age and other recommendations are general guidelines
provided by the event or activity organizer and should not be considered
legal or medical advice and may not apply well to all children.
Know of something fun I should add to this list? Email Me!
Is this for 2024? (:
ReplyDeletei update it each year, but if you have any questions about any specific event please feel free to leave a message or send me an email and I'm happy to answer anything I can
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