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Deere Days at the Museum
Tractor Show, 5K Run/Walk and More
Join us for a two-day tractor show honoring more than a century of tractor manufacturing in Waterloo.
Friday, June 12: Noon-7pm
Saturday, June 13: 7:30am-3pm
Vintage to Modern Tractors
Live Blacksmith Demonstrations
Family Fun Activities
STEAM on Wheels - arts and science for students
Or any Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm to check out the Museum itself for interactive exhibits and historic tractors.

Looking for an easy outdoor adventure the whole family will love? Say hello to fishing — a simple way to soak up sunshine, get kids off screens, and maybe even land a story worth telling all summer long. Iowa: June 5-7, 2026

Even better? Every U.S. state offers at least one Free Fishing Day each year, meaning you can fish without buying a license. That’s right — totally free, no strings (or worms?) attached.

Free fishing days are special dates when states allow residents and visitors to fish without purchasing a license. They’re designed to introduce families and kids to fishing and make it easy to give it a try without the upfront cost.

It’s one of the easiest “why not?” family activities of the year

Before You Go: 3 Quick Things to Know
Before you grab your rods and race to the water, keep this in mind:

Size limits, catch limits, and gear rules still apply —
( this isn’t a free-for-all)
Some states may require a free permit or have different rules for residents vs. non-residents
We’ve done our best to make sure these dates are accurate, but always double-check your state’s rules before heading out.
Iowa: June 5-7, 2026