Bass Pro Shop's Santa’s Wonderland featuring Free Photos with Santa
November 6 - December 24, 2021
Bass Pro Shops
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Santa will be cruising into Council Bluffs this Saturday, November 6 to officially kick off Santa’s Wonderland, the ultimate free family Christmas event, at Bass Pro Shops. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s plans to deliver free photos with Santa to more than two million kids and families this holiday season with a “Contactless Claus” experience. Photos with Santa will start on November 7 with free advance reservations, which can be made beginning November 1. To learn more and make a reservation, visit www.basspro.com/santa. Santa will arrive at Bass Pro on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. Contactless visits with Santa will start on Nov. 7 and continue through Friday, Dec. 24, 2021.
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39th Annual Walnut Christmas Walk
November 26 - 28, 2021
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Downtown Walnut
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
It's never too early to gear up in Walnut Iowa for Christmas!! Iowas antique city is open daily with many antique and specialty shops for your buying or browsing!! Our 39th Annual Christmas Antique Walk runs November 26 and 27th 9 - 5 and November 28th 9-4, get away from the crowds and malls and shop our streets. Yep, all roads lead to Walnut and parking is everywhere!! All Indoor shopping with food and family fun!! See our Christmas lights and tree judging contest.
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Council Bluffs Kennel Club Dog Show
November 27 - 28, 2021
Mid-America Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Council Bluffs Kennel Club is a 501c3 organization that was established in 1962 for the betterment of our canine friends through public education, community activities, and various canine-related events involving all breed conformation and other community related activities.
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#GivingTuesday, powered by SHARE Omaha
November 30, 2021
to 11:45PM
Council Bluffs, Iowa
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
As we count the blessings of this past year, we celebrate the power of coming together. We are grateful for one another and energized by what we can do when we rally together and give. Giving Tuesday will happen across the globe on November 30 this year. In our corner of the world, this is our day to prove the power of our region. We declare November 30th as #GivingTuesday402 in the Omaha metro and #GivingTuesday712 in Southwest Iowa. It is time to give what we can and do what is needed. Join SHARE Omaha on November 30 and be a part of hearts and hands giving to hundreds of local nonprofits across the metro. You can easily make needed donations, find volunteer opportunities and be counted on this powerful day of giving in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro. Give on November 30, all in one stop, at SHAREomaha.org. Giving Tuesday in the metro is powered by SHARE Omaha, with #GivingTuesday402 presented by Core Bank and #GivingTuesday712 presented by TS Bank.
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#GivingTuesday712, Live from Council Bluffs!
November 30, 2021
1:00 to 2:00PM
Facebook
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Tune in on Facebook as SHARE Omaha brings you Giving Tuesday LIVE with an hour-long celebration of your local giving and a few surprises as we unlock giving goals together and help propel Southwest Iowa nonprofits to an even better 2022!
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Prairie Seed Processing & Uses of Native Plants
November 30, 2021
6:30 to 8:00PM
Dodge Hall - Iowa Western Community College
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Celebrate Giving Tuesday by volunteering to help process prairie seed harvested this fall. We'll also discuss some of the practical uses of native plants, such as fibers, dyes, & pollinator nests, and have books & resources about native plants. Free and open to the public. No experience is needed. No registration is required.
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28th Annual Christmas in Carson Community Celebration
December 1, 2021
4:30 to 7:30PM
Historic Downtown Carson, Dreamland Theatre, & Carson Community Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
You won’t want to miss the 28th Annual Carson Christmas Celebration on Wednesday, December 1. We’re going to light up the streets of Broadway with our traditional milk jug luminaries. The Luminaries will lead you to all of the events. Over 600 luminaries will line Commercial Street and Broadway.
-Concert at the Dreamland Theatre: 5:30 PM $2/person admission. “Paul Hart & Jacki Akers”
-Santa Arrives at the Theatre at 7 PM (Bring your camera)
-Business Open Houses from 5-8 PM. Sign up for prizes at each location.
-Wine Tasting at the Country Store
-Free Christmas Fire Truck Rides from 5-8 PM at the Fire Station
-Community Center Attractions 5-7:30 PM : Soup Supper (hosted by CVFD)
-Craft & Vendor Fair, Kids Activities (sponsored by Eckles Library), Selfie Station, Bake Sale, Quilt Raffle, and Reindeer Run (poker run style-$5 to play-50/50 prize)
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FAMILY, Inc. Holiday Photo Event
December 2, 2021
5:30 to 7:30PM
Council Bluffs Public Library
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
FAMILY, Inc. will be celebrating the holidays by hosting free professional photos with Santa! Come enjoy crafts, holiday games, and cookies & cocoa while capturing precious memories to share. Families receive their photo via email with full rights to print and post wherever you like. You must reserve your photo time slot in advance.
There is also a link for registration in Spanish available here.
The registration deadline is Monday, November 29th.
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Christmas in Macedonia
December 3 - 5, 2021
Main Street
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Check out Christmas in Macedonia! Visit the Museums, visit Santa on Saturday, get a Christmas gift at the Painted Camel! And then go see our Grist Mill McCready Theater group present Dashing Through the Snow. A hilarious romp written by writers from The Golden Girls tv series. Enjoy the laughs from the lobby of the Snowflake Inn B&B in Tinsel, Texas, where every day is Christmas.
For the full schedule of events, view our poster or visit us on Facebook!
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Holiday Model Trains at the Union Pacific Museum
December 3 - 18, 2021
12:00 to 6:00PM
Union Pacific Museum
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Carrying on a heart-warming tradition, the Union Pacific Railroad Museum will once again host the N-Trak model train club’s holiday model train display beginning Dec. 3, 2021. The museum will have a fully operational tabletop N-scale train and HO layout available through December 18, 2021. Visitors will even be encouraged to operate the HO layout themselves. The model trains will be available from 12 to 6 p.m. on the following Fridays and Saturdays:
- Dec. 3 and 4
- Dec. 10 and 11
- Dec. 17 and 18
Visitors will need to reserve their time to visit online at www.uprrmuseum.org. Appointments are plentiful but schedule ahead to avoid missing out. Walk-ins will be accommodated if possible.
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PACE Art Class | Craft a Holiday Fairyhouse
December 3, 2021
5:00 to 7:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Come solo or bring the whole family and create a small whimsical dwelling for fairies to live in. You will build your Fairyhouse around a candle and various materials that are all provided. This is a great craft that will warm the heart of any person who loves a miniature project and a sweet scent.
$20 members & $25 non-members | Ages 13+
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PACE Art Exhibit | Miniature Holiday Village
December 3, 2021
6:00 to 9:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Welcome to a winter wonderland of over 35 miniature holiday displays. As you browse this exhibit, you will see a medieval tavern, Santa’s workshop, a victorian home, and so much more. Don’t miss the free opening of our miniature holiday village in our third-floor lounge!
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Friday Nite Lights
December 3, 2021
8:00 to 10:30PM
The Hub CB
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
The Hub Trampoline Park's Friday Nite Lights is an awesome family event at The Hub. The event lasts from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM. During this time the lights go down, music comes up, and the fog gets released! Don't miss out on this weekly event!
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Callahan Craft Fair
December 4 - 5, 2021
Mid-America Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Exhibitors presenting and selling thousands of unique, handmade products. Among the various products being sold at the show are leather goods, oak, pine and wine barrel furniture, paintings and prints, ceramics, kids teepees, wall hangings, toys, blankets, jewelry, metal art sculptures, pet products, etched and stained glass, yard and garden art, pottery, candles, clothing, quilts, aprons, pillows, doll clothes, baskets, rugs, placemats, table runners, purses, floral arrangements and wreaths, wood and metal signs, soap and lotions, emu oils and many more original products. Exhibitors will also be selling coffee cakes, dips, salsa, barbeque sauce, soups, jams, jellies, cheese and sausage, wines, fudge, honey, food mixes, and roasted nuts. All items offered for sale to the public are handmade by the exhibitor.
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Light Up The Holidays
December 4, 2021
11:30AM to 3:00PM
Shelby, Iowa Firehall
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Join the Shelby Fire and Rescue Hotspots at Light Up The Holidays! Activities include make & take crafts, photos with Santa, wagon rides, and more.
Santa will arrive at 1:00 with a special gift for each child.
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PACE Art Exhibit | Miniature Holiday Village
December 4, 2021
12:00 to 4:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Welcome to a winter wonderland of over 35 miniature holiday displays. As you browse this exhibit, you will see a medieval tavern, Santa’s workshop, a victorian home, and so much more. Don’t miss the free opening of our miniature holiday village in our third-floor lounge!
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Saturday Glow Night
December 4, 2021
9:00PM to 12:00AM
The Hub CB
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Saturday Glow Night is a special event that occurs one time a month! It is the first Saturday of every month. During this, the lights go down and the music gets turned up for a night of family-friendly fun! Don't miss out on our trampolines, ninja warrior course, arcade, and delicious food options!
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Historic Homes for the Holidays Tour
December 5, 2021
12:00 to 4:30PM
Various Locations in Council Bluffs
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Kick off the festive season by visiting eight of Council Bluffs' historic homes decked out in holiday splendor. The tour starts at the Bregant House, 517 South 4th Street in Council Bluffs. You will be given a map and directions to the other houses on the tour; you can see them in any order. The Bregant House will open at 11:30 am to pick up prepaid tickets, the rest of the homes are open from noon until 4:30 pm. Your ticket also gets you half price that day to see tour the Dodge House decorated in Victorian holiday style. The Dodge House will be open for tours until 5 pm. The Homes for the Holidays Tour is $20 per person.
Buy tickets online using this link.
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Chanticleer Community Theater | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
December 10, 2021
7:30 to 10:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Joseph is one of the most enduring musical comedies of all time and reimagines the rags-to-riches biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers, and the coat of many colours. Tickets are on sale now! Call 712.890.5601 or visit PACEartsIowa.org
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Friday Nite Lights
December 10, 2021
8:00 to 10:30PM
The Hub CB
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
The Hub Trampoline Park's Friday Nite Lights is an awesome family event at The Hub. The event lasts from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM. During this time the lights go down, music comes up, and the fog gets released! Don't miss out on this weekly event!
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Breakfast With Santa
December 11, 2021
10:00AM to 12:45PM
Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Bring your kids and your own inner child, and let Santa know what you want for Christmas. All will enjoy a tasty breakfast made by The General's Ladies of the Historic General Dodge House and Santa will read 'Twas The Night Before Christmas. The children will delight in doing Christmas crafts and having their pictures taken with Santa! After breakfast, we invite all guests to the Dodge House to enjoy the tradition of the House all dressed up for Christmas. $15.00 per person. Children 2 and under are free. Pre-registration is required.
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PACE Art Class | Kids Costuiming w/ Chanticleer
December 11, 2021
12:00 to 2:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Kids, come join in the holiday fun here at PACE. Jason DeLong and Denise Putman will lead a costume workshop on December 11th from 12:00-2:00. Participants will be making their choice from the following list: Angel, Reindeer, Santa, Elf, or Snowman. Just think of the fun you can have showing off your costume during the holiday season and maybe even help family and friends also design a holiday figure costume. The deadline for size and character is December 4th.
$20 members & $25 non-members | Ages 8-13
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Year End Holiday Party - Steam into Saturday Virtual Happy Hour
December 11, 2021
5:30PM
Online
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Celebrate the season and the closing of another year. We'll play some games, do a little trivia and talk holiday trains.
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Christmas by Candlelight Tours
December 11, 2021
6:00 to 10:00PM
Historic General Dodge House
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Experience Christmas as it was in the last quarter of the 19th century. Enjoy the General Dodge and Beresheim Houses with all the lights off illuminated only by (artificial) candlelight and over twenty beautifully decorated and lighted trees. Refreshments will be served in the Ballroom on the third floor.
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Chanticleer Community Theater | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
December 11, 2021
7:30 to 10:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Joseph is one of the most enduring musical comedies of all time and reimagines the rags-to-riches biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers, and the coat of many colours. Tickets on sale now! Call 712.890.5601 or visit PACEartsIowa.org
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Chanticleer Community Theater | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
December 12, 2021
2:00 to 4:30PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Joseph is one of the most enduring musical comedies of all time and reimagines the rags-to-riches biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers, and the coat of many colours. Tickets are on sale now! Call 712.890.5601 or visit PACEartsIowa.org
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Chanticleer Community Theater | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
December 17, 2021
7:30 to 10:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Joseph is one of the most enduring musical comedies of all time and reimagines the rags-to-riches biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Tickets on sale now! Call 712.890.5601 or visit PACEartsIowa.org
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Friday Nite Lights
December 17, 2021
8:00 to 10:30PM
The Hub CB
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
The Hub Trampoline Park's Friday Nite Lights is an awesome family event at The Hub. The event lasts from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM. During this time the lights go down, music comes up, and the fog gets released! Don't miss out on this weekly event!
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Chanticleer Community Theater | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
December 18, 2021
7:30 to 10:00PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Joseph is one of the most enduring musical comedies of all time and reimagines the rags-to-riches biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Tickets on sale now! Call 712.890.5601 or visit PACEartsIowa.org
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Chanticleer Community Theater | Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
December 19, 2021
2:00 to 4:30PM
The Hoff Family Art & Culture Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Joseph is one of the most enduring musical comedies of all time and reimagines the rags-to-riches biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. Tickets on sale now! Call 712.890.5601 or visit PACEartsIowa.org
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Beers & Carols: A Sing-A-Long
December 19, 2021
4:00 to 6:00PM
Full Fledged Brewing Co.
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Come on in to Full Fledged Brewing Co for a Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long Event! This is a family-friendly event, so bring the kiddos and come listen and/or sing to some amazing Christmas music!
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Friday Nite Lights
December 24, 2021
8:00 to 10:30PM
The Hub CB
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
The Hub Trampoline Park's Friday Nite Lights is an awesome family event at The Hub. The event lasts from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM. During this time the lights go down, music comes up, and the fog gets released! Don't miss out on this weekly event!
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Hoosier Arenacross Nationals
December 31 - January 1, 2021
7:00PM
Mid-America Center
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
Come down to the Mid-America Center for two days of exciting arenacross racing! The event will be held on December 31 and January 1. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m., and the racing starts at 7:00.
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New Years Party
December 31, 2021
9:00PM to 1:00AM
The Hub CB
2901 Bass Pro Dr.
Council Bluffs, IA
The Hub is proud to present our annual New Years Party! The lights will go down and music will get turned up as we celebrate the new year of 2022!
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