Perry Chamber of Commerce

06/06/2026

Don’t miss Family Fest TODAY at the Perry Public Library!

TOMORROW!!!

Summer officially begins with the Perry Public Library FamilyFest! This exciting, family-friendly event will kick off our highly anticipated Summer Library Program. Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 6th, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, for this can’t-miss event. Bring your entire family to enjoy a variety of free activities, including the Foam Blaster, giant bubbles, inflatables, outdoor games, a gaming truck filled with a selection of consoles, balloon twisters, a dunk tank, and a petting zoo!

Plus, this year, history will come alive at FamilyFest as Live History pays a visit to Perry! Live History, an international touring theater company, specializes in bringing your local history to life. FamilyFest participants will experience Live History’s interactive theatrical experience by joining in missions, tasks, and puzzle-based interactions with live performers – all based on Perry’s unique and rich history! “In Time” is the perfect free, immersive experience to kick off our Summer Library Program, celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with the theme “Read, White, and Blue.”

The Perry Volunteer Fire Department and the Friends of the Perry Public Library will also offer a $2.00 meal of either a hot dog or pork loin as a fundraiser. Thank you to our collaborative partners and sponsors who make this event possible: City of Perry, Friends of the Perry Public Library, Perry Public Library Foundation, Bock Family Foundation, Dallas County Public Health, Hispanics United for Perry, Iowa PBS, Perry Volunteer Fire Department, Rotary Club of Perry, Fareway, Raccoon Valley Radio, HyVee, and Rhonda Olson’s Popcorn Stand. For more information, go to www.perry.lib.ia.us, visit the library, or call the library at 515-465-3569.

06/03/2026

RAGBRAI Route Inspection crew came through town earlier today, riding the official route, day-by-day to visit each town and connect with organizers, as well as get a taste of what is to come in July! Hotel Pattee / Courtyard Cafe tested out their pasta bar (it was fantastic!) and riders got to see City of Perry, Iowa / RAGBRAI Perry 2026 as a Meet-up Town with Support Vehicles for Day 3 in between Guthrie Center and Boone.
We’ll see you all again soon on Tuesday, July 21st!

06/02/2026

Downtown Construction Update – Starting June 3

More parts of Warford Street will close for construction. Workers will fix pipes underground and start paving the road. This helps us stay on track for RAGBRAI on July 21.

What’s Closing:
• The corner of 2nd & Warford
• Warford from 2nd to 3rd

What Stays Open:
• Raccoon Valley Bank drive‑thru
• Walking paths to Farm Store & Bakery, Mary Rose Collective, and La Poste
• All downtown businesses

Parking:
• City lots at 1st & Warford, Caboose Park, and 2nd & Pattee
• La Poste back lot (Mon–Fri)

Trail Detour:
• High Trestle Trail downtown route will move to 3rd Street for now.

Please follow signs and stay out of construction zones for safety.
More updates at perryia.org.

06/01/2026

A Member Monday WELCOME to new Chamber Member Pink Dyamond Travel!

06/01/2026

05/29/2026

Tune in to today's Let's Talk Dallas County program on KDLS Raccoon Valley Radio or catch the recording online:
https://www.raccoonvalleyradio.com/2026/05/29/lets-talk-dallas-county-5-29-2026-with-perry-chamber-director-lynsi-pasutti/

Listen in for a quick recap of the Perry POWER Hour May Luncheon earlier this week, as well as lots of details on the Perry Farmers' Market, starting next Thursday, June 4th in downtown Perry on 2nd Street - between Willis Ave & Otley St (new location!).

Don't forget about the Perry Business Support Grant - applications are due June 1st: https://forms.gle/ncGuGMicH6mynxzH8

Also: Save the Date for Friday Fest w/ RUKKUS on June 12th, Perry's 4th of July Celebration w/Stranger than Fiction, Perry Chamber Block Party w/TOAST3R, and RAGBRAI Perry 2026 on Tuesday, July 21st!

05/29/2026

Local Vendors wanted for RAGBRAI Perry 2026!

🚴‍♂️ Calling All Vendors! 🚴‍♀️

Vendor applications for RAGBRAI are now LIVE.

Perry is gearing up to welcome an incredible crowd for RAGBRAI on July 21st, and we’re looking for local vendors who want to be part of the action!

Local businesses and organizations are strongly encouraged to apply, with priority given to our local applicants.

If you're interested in setting up in Perry for the Day 3 RAGBRAI Meet-Up, please apply now on our website: perryia.org/ragbrai

05/28/2026

Get ready for seasonal produce, fresh baked goods, local honey, farm fresh eggs, handcrafted items, and so much more at the Perry Farmers Market! We are one week out from our first market: Thursday June 4th! Join us on 2nd Street between Willis Avenue and Otley Street 4-7PM every Thursday starting next week. 💚💛🌽🍯

05/28/2026