Event Schedule
Join in on the Yum: June 16–18, 2022
Explore our event schedule for the 2022 Ice Cream Days celebration in Le Mars, IA. Whether you’re looking to join in on all the fun-filled family activities, stroll among the variety of vendors, or see how much ice cream you can consume (maybe all of the above), you'll see how we celebrate sweet firsthand.
Come browse a wide variety of cars! Featuring antiques, classics, customs, streetrods, corvettes, ratrods, street machines, muscle cars, shoeboxes, low-riders, pro-streets, hoppers, tuners, trucks, and more. As the Tri-State Cruisers say, "If it's a classic to you, it's a classic to us!" Also featuring food vendors.
Grab a chair or blanket and bring the whole family to Foster Park for a free concert from the Municipal Band. The Kiwanis & Aktion Club will be on site handing out free Blue Bunny treats.
Kick off Ice Cream Days at the Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor with food, refreshments, and of course, ICE CREAM!
The Browns Century Music Theater presents, “Oh, My Iowa!” An original musical tribute to all things Iowa. The Browns bring to life the songs and stories of the heartland. You’ll hear highlights from hit Broadway musicals like, “The Music Man” and “State Fair”. Learn about the Iowa musical ties to such a great as Andy Williams, Antonin Dvořak, Glenn Miller Orchestra, and Al Jarreau. The Brown brothers will have you convinced you’re listening to Iowa‘s favorite 50s radio sensations the Everly Brothers as well as songs from Buddy Holly and Frank Sinatra. Listen to the stories behind songs like, “Church in the Wildwood” and their family harmony on “The Little Brown Church in the Vale” and “Brighten The Corner Where You Are”. You’ll want to cheer for the rousing renditions of the “Iowa Corn Song” and “Sioux City Sue”
How do all these songs have ties in the great corn state? Come find out all the answers as The Browns share the stories and sing the songs of the heartland in their production of, “Oh, My Iowa!” For tickets, click here.
While shopping, eating or simply enjoying one of the many events in downtown Le Mars, participate in a family-friendly, self-paced scavenger hunt showcasing downtown buildings and locations significant in Le Mars history. Pick up the scavenger hunt sheets at the Wells Visitor Center, Chamber of Commerce, City Hall or Visitor’s Bureau. Return your completed sheets to the Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor by 2:00 pm Saturday when all correct sheets will be entered in a prize drawing. The winner will be announced at 4:00 pm Saturday at the Olson Cultural Event Center. The Downtown Scavenger Hunt is one of the projects created by the students in the Youth on Main Street program.
Tour the downtown alleys to view family-friendly artwork and historic murals. The public art project is coordinated by the Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce Main Street program. Artwork is installed on 42 buildings in 9 alleys. Brochures are available at the Chamber of Commerce, City Hall and the Visitor’s Bureau. Additional information can be found on the Chamber's website.
Starts at Olson Cultural Events Center and ends at Primebank in time for the Primebank Ice Cream Social.
Family tradition awaits at Le Mars's original drive-in theater location. Enjoy a family-friendly movie from lawn chairs and blankets or drive-in like the old days!
While shopping, eating or simply enjoying one of the many events in downtown Le Mars, participate in a family-friendly, self-paced scavenger hunt showcasing downtown buildings and locations significant in Le Mars history. Pick up the scavenger hunt sheets at the Wells Visitor Center, Chamber of Commerce, City Hall or Visitor’s Bureau. Return your completed sheets to the Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor by 2:00 pm Saturday when all correct sheets will be entered in a prize drawing. The winner will be announced at 4:00 pm Saturday at the Olson Cultural Event Center. The Downtown Scavenger Hunt is one of the projects created by the students in the Youth on Main Street program.
The Browns Century Music Theater presents, “Oh, My Iowa!” An original musical tribute to all things Iowa. The Browns bring to life the songs and stories of the heartland. You’ll hear highlights from hit Broadway musicals like, “The Music Man” and “State Fair”. Learn about the Iowa musical ties to such a great as Andy Williams, Antonin Dvořak, Glenn Miller Orchestra, and Al Jarreau. The Brown brothers will have you convinced you’re listening to Iowa‘s favorite 50s radio sensations the Everly Brothers as well as songs from Buddy Holly and Frank Sinatra. Listen to the stories behind songs like, “Church in the Wildwood” and their family harmony on “The Little Brown Church in the Vale” and “Brighten The Corner Where You Are”. You’ll want to cheer for the rousing renditions of the “Iowa Corn Song” and “Sioux City Sue”
How do all these songs have ties in the great corn state? Come find out all the answers as The Browns share the stories and sing the songs of the heartland in their production of, “Oh, My Iowa!” For tickets, click here.
Tour the downtown alleys to view family-friendly artwork and historic murals. The public art project is coordinated by the Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce Main Street program. Artwork is installed on 42 buildings in 9 alleys. Brochures are available at the Chamber of Commerce, City Hall and the Visitor’s Bureau. Additional information can be found on the Chamber's website.
Hosted by the Le Mars Public Library. Featuring the juggling and comedy of Jason Kollum at 2:30pm and interactive bubble stations at 3:30pm. Lawn chairs or blankets are recommended.
Enjoy the best Midwest Rides has to offer! From adult to kid carnival rides, you're sure to find one for your thrill level. Ticket purchase required to ride.
Ahead of the Omaha Circus Arts show, stop in front of the Olson Cultural Events Center for a FREE pony ride from Pixie's Pony Tales.
Watch as the sidewalk comes to life with 3D art by Kathleen Roling.
You may call it cornhole, but we call it "conehole" because of its ice cream twist. Stop by for free play!
Partake in a number of giant games, including Jenga, four-in-a-row, checkers, and even a cherry toss game!
Get in the circus spirit ahead of Friday evening's main stage entertainment by viewing and interacting with various street performers from Omaha Circus Arts!
Nationally recognized performers from Omaha, NE, Omaha Circus Arts brings a custom, ice-cream themed show that is sure to dazzle and entertain! This is a free show the family won't want to miss.
The parade begins at 12th St and Central Ave at 10am and concludes at 1st St NE and Central Ave. See you there!
Shop local handmade items from vendors throughout Le Mars and surrounding communities.
Featuring local eats from around Le Mars and Plymouth County.
While shopping, eating or simply enjoying one of the many events in downtown Le Mars, participate in a family-friendly, self-paced scavenger hunt showcasing downtown buildings and locations significant in Le Mars history. Pick up the scavenger hunt sheets at the Wells Visitor Center, Chamber of Commerce, City Hall or Visitor’s Bureau. Return your completed sheets to the Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor by 2:00 pm Saturday when all correct sheets will be entered in a prize drawing. The winner will be announced at 4:00 pm Saturday at the Olson Cultural Event Center. The Downtown Scavenger Hunt is one of the projects created by the students in the Youth on Main Street program.
The best way to learn about downtown Le Mars architecture is to take a guided tour. Follow trained tour guides who will provide an educational tour about the architectural elements that are displayed in downtown Le Mars. You’ll view inials, dentals, corinthyn and ionic columns, gables, lintels and pilasters.
Get a FREE temporary glitter tattoo in a design of your choosing!
Watch balloon artists create animals (and maybe even ice cream!) before your eyes.
Get a temporary airbrush tattoo in any style you'd like at this station!
Watch balloon artists create animals (and maybe even ice cream!) before your eyes.
Enjoy the best Midwest Rides has to offer! From adult to kid carnival rides, you're sure to find one for your thrill level. Ticket purchase required to ride.
Take simple bubbles to the next level at the bubble reaction station. Visitors of all ages will love creating bubbles big and small, while they learn more about the how and why.
Treat yourself to a FREE caricature drawing on the Olson Cultural Events Center grounds.
Tour the downtown alleys to view family-friendly artwork and historic murals. The public art project is coordinated by the Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce Main Street program. Artwork is installed on 42 buildings in 9 alleys. Brochures are available at the Chamber of Commerce, City Hall and the Visitor’s Bureau. Additional information can be found on the Chamber's website.
Take in some ice cream themed BINGO at the Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor! This event is fun and appropriate for all ages.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Le Mars Community Theater during this in-depth tour.
Put your golf skills to the test and partake in a number of giant games, including Jenga, four-in-a-row, checkers, and even a cherry toss game!
Take in an entertaining show from the area's premier Celtic dancers!
You may call it cornhole, but we call it "conehole" because of its ice cream twist. Stop by for free play!
Transform yourself into an animal of your choosing, or simply accentuate your features at the FREE face painting station.
Local dancers hailing from The Turn Around dance school will entertain and get all in the mood for some ice cream and movement!
Local dancers from Central Dance Academy take the main stage to bring you this one-of-a-kind performance.
Dressed in an antique conductor's uniform, Dr. Rudy Daniels, internationally known author and expert on railroads will discuss the railroads of Iowa.
Known as the Midwest's "Super Conductor" he will answer any questions about trains and railroading.
This show will leave all ages feeling like a kid again. Watch our exciting, educational show that will take ordinary bubbles into the realm of extreme and learn the science behind it all!
LeMars Community Theatre is excited to return for another Youth Theatre Workshop. This year they’ll present a one-act play, entitled The Internet is Distract-OH LOOK A KITTEN! Interested parties should visit https://www.lemarslive.org/childrens-theatre or leave a message at (712)546-5788 by May 23rd, 2022, to get involved!
The Browns are bringing their talent to the outdoor Olson Cultural Events Center stage with a FREE show to close out the festival. This is one performance you don't want to miss!