Things To Do

Courtyard | 100 S Main St | Osceola | IA

• Rent a bike on the courthouse lawn! Tour the town and enjoy the trails.
• Our courtyard features benches, an ample bandstand, Veterans' Memorial, refurbished bell tower, and plenty of trees welcoming visitors to our busy town square.

Courtyard | 100 S Main St | Osceola | IA   641.342.4200

• Beginning late May through early September, Thursday Night in the Park, hosted by various groups offering a variety of activities and vendors.
• Check out our Calendar of Events for the Thursday Night in the Park schedule!

• Tuesdays and Saturdays, the Farmers' Market begins in late Spring and continues through October.
• Tuesdays, 3pm-6pm
• Saturdays, 8am-12pm (Saturday Fall Hours begin Sept 21, 9am-12pm)

• You will find this beautifully restored Art Deco theater in the Osceola Commercial Historic District.
• Tickets are only $5, making one of the best bargains for entertainment in town!

• Our Carnegie Library was dedicated June 15, 1911 and is among 101 public libraries that were awarded grants by The Carnegie Corporation of New York. 
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Hosts many activities for all ages throughout the year.

• Security cameras over look the well lit parking lot.
• Located in our Main Street district for quick access to local eateries and shopping.
• Restored to it's original glory our Historic Depot is a stop on the Amtrak route and is recognized in the "Great American Stations".

• Two dining options: Heartland Buffet and West Lake Bar & Grill.
• Live music and special events are hosted at their outdoor amphitheater that can accommodate over 1,200 people.
• Now offering sports betting at their William Hill Sports Book.
• Stay at their RV park or hotel which offers an indoor pool, fitness center and more!

• Open by appointment May through September. Free will donation.
• Established in 1971 to preserve and collect Clarke County historical articles.

• A beautiful and challenging 9 hole golf course that offers 9 and 18 hole green fees.  
• Golf cart rentals available.
• Club house is available to rent for special events. 

• The park includes half pipe, quarter pipe, cow catcher, various grind rails and more.
• Was made possible with the assistance of the Clarke County Development Corporation and very generous donation from Mrs. Becky Persels.

• 196 gallon facility with 0 depth entry that features a 4 lane lap swim area, diving board, and water slide.
• Offers a space for every age and ability
• Other included amenities: geysers, arc jet, 20' umbrellas, lounge chairs and more!

• Connects southern and northern recreation facilities.
• Provides a safe walking route for children to the ball fields.
• .6 miles long and is great for biking, walking and enjoying the outdoors.

• Features two regulation size fields.

• Features 4 youth fields (200' fence) and 2 adult fields (280' fence).

South of County Yard off Highway 69 North

• Sponsored holes allowing for a great long course.
• Features Innova Disc Catchers and paved tee pads.
• This course starts and ends at the ball fields as it weaves its way through the complex to the soccer fields and back

• Features playground equipment with ground rubber for fall protection and a full length basketball court with 2 adjustable goals.
• There is also a shelter for family use.

• Features a playground, half size basketball court and shelter.

• Small neighborhood park that features a playground with rubber for fall protection, a gazebo and small basketball court.

• Enjoy hiking, fishing and bird watching.
• Walk along Thomas Trail which connects Lake Shore Dr to Grade Lake Dr.  The total walking distance around the lake is approximately 1.5 miles.

• Features multiple shelters that can accommodate 15 to 50 people.
• Boat access available for fishing.
• Contains playground equipment and the first half of Q Pond Trail Loop.  Work is ongoing to complete the trail loop and connect to Hembry Path.

• Two paved boat paths available to enjoy the great fishing along with nice restroom facilities. 

• A county park featuring a picnic shelter, playground, horse shoe court, and volleyball court.
• Perfect for community gatherings and family reunions!

• Enjoy this beautiful 160 acre park featuring a 15 acre lake.
• It includes 6 picnic shelters, gazebo, flush-able restrooms, playgrounds, 2 volleyball courts, a basketball court, a horse shoe court and more!
• Perfect spot to enjoy fishing, hiking and bird watching!
• A semi modern camping area is available by reservation.
• During the summer months check out the great nature camps that are held here!

• 68 acres that provides habitat to abundance of wildlife.
• Open to hunting, hiking, mushrooming and berry picking.

• 287 public use acre area that is open to hunting, hiking, mushrooming and berry picking.

• 40 acres home to an amazing evergreen timber that is open to public hunting.
• It includes a 3 acre pond stocked with bluegill, catfish and crappie perfect for fishing.
• Features a picnic area at the main entrance.
• The trails located here allow for hiking, bird watching, mushrooming, berry picking and cross country skiing.

• 200 acre area featuring 2 ponds and is open to hunting, fishing, hiking, mushrooming, and berry picking.