| Description | Marshalltown, Iowa, boasts that there is "plenty to do 'round here." This Central Iowa community hosts over 14 annual events including Oktemberfest, Holiday Stroll, and the Central Iowa Music Festival. There are plenty of fun activities for families to choose from including bike trails, parks, go-karting, diverse golf courses, theater venues, music performances, aquatic parks, antiquing, shopping, and more. Restaurants abound as patrons can choose from Italian, Chinese, Mexican, American, or many other varieties. Governor Tom Vilsack recently proclaimed Marshalltown the "Barbeque Capital of Iowa" and visitors will enjoy the fine barbeque restaurants and festival held the last full weekend of June, the "Barbeque, Buggies, and Tunes" weekend. |
