Buchanan County Tourism

10/13/2026

The benefits of RAGBRAI roll on in Independence!

🇺🇸🚴‍♂️ We’re happy to be able to present a check to the City of Independence tonight as a thank you for their support that helped make Independence’s RAGBRAI stop a success!

We are truly grateful for everyone who worked behind the scenes, went above and beyond, and helped create an awesome experience for our visitors.

It truly takes a community to pull off an event like this. Thank you for helping us celebrate “Freedom to Ride. Independence to Party.” and for making our RAGBRAI stop one to remember!

We couldn’t have done it without you! ❤️🤍💙

10/06/2026

Halloween is just around the corner! 🎃

10/06/2026

🎤 Strong leadership starts with a message people remember.

Meet Dr. Joseph VanderStel, a featured LEAD Summit speaker! He’ll share practical ways to communicate with confidence, engage your audience, and lead with calm and authority when the pressure is on.

Join us October 21–22. Save your seat: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lead-summit-community-leadership

10/06/2026

A spooky way to explore Rowley at their Fall Festival!

NEW event this year!
Have you ever driven by or walked through the Rowley Cemetery and wondered “If these souls could talk, what would they say?” Well, we’re telling a few of those stories during the Fall Festival IV on Saturday, October 17, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Rowley Cemetery, described by current family members and those who have researched these past residents of our town and the surrounding area. Spend a few minutes to learn about our roots and those who made this community such a special place. The cemetery walk is organized by members of the Rowley Historical Society.

10/01/2026

It's almost here and you can still get your swag bag! Better hurry, they are almost gone!

We still have 2 VIP Swag Bags available for the W**e & Chocolate Walk that starts at 5 PM!

If you’ve already purchased yours - it can be picked up at the Chamber office from 4:50-6:30 PM.

🛍 If you want to snag one of those last VIP Swag Bags we will drop the link to purchase in the comments below!

09/30/2026

The W**e & Chocolate Walk is THURSDAY, and 22 businesses are participating this year! 🍷🍫

🛍 15 VIP Swag Bags are still available!
Get the link to buy yours in the comments below!

✨ A VIP Swag Bag isn't required to participate in the W**e & Chocolate Walk -- it's just an added element of FUN! ✨

09/25/2026

Great speakers for a great Leadership opportunity!

🧛 What’s draining your energy as a leader?

Meet Marcie Van Note, a featured speaker at the LEAD Summit! She’ll share how to recognize workplace “energy vampires,” protect your focus, and lead with curiosity and purpose—with plenty of humor along the way.

Join us October 21–22. Save your seat: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lead-summit-community-leadership

09/25/2026

Sign up now for this great Leadership opportunity!

🎤 Strong leadership starts with a message people remember.

Meet Dr. Joseph VanderStel, a featured LEAD Summit speaker! He’ll share practical ways to communicate with confidence, engage your audience, and lead with calm and authority when the pressure is on.

Join us October 21–22. Save your seat: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lead-summit-community-leadership