Bentonsport Calendar of Events

 ~ Year 2008 ~
Apr 5 Bentonsport Historic District Open House 
Shops open for the 2008 Season!  Food, prizes, and demonstrations.
May 23 - 25 Paranormal Women’s Conference 
Join us as we explore the role that women contribute to the field of paranormal research. Contact Jackie Carpenter at 515-387-1260 for details and reservations. Visit www.wispexpo.com
May 24 - 26
(Memorial Weekend)

Bentonsport Spring Fest 
Crafts, antiques, gifts, demonstrations and food

Jun 21 - 22

Buckskinner's Rendezvous 
Pre-1840’ rendezvous.  Traders, family camps, contests of skill.  Black powder shoot, food and Sat. night lighting of the historic iron bridge.  Contact: Doc Stogdill at jllinda@netins.net or 641-675-3220            
Jul 12 - 13 Canoe Van Buren
2-day Des Moines River float
Aug  Bike Van Buren
2-day bicycle ride
Aug 23 Country Music Show
Enjoy some country music and food at the shelterhouse alongside the Des Moines River.
Sept 13 - 14 Flea Market & Craft Show
Bentonsport Craft Show and Flea Market.  Crafts, flea market, antiques and food.
Oct 11 - 12 Bentonsport Riverfest
Music jamming, Art Show, Antique and Craft Show, Demonstrations, raffles and lots of good food!
Nov 8 Mystery Dinner Theater
Interactive show and dinner.  For reservations call: 319-592-3579
Dec 21 Shops close for the season but may be open by appointment or chance. B&B's remain open throughout the year.


Historic Presbyterian Church Building
9 a.m. Sunday services May - October

Ghost Hunting classes available at the Mason House Inn
call 319-592-3133 for dates and information.

Pottery Classes at Iron and Lace Monthly
contact (319) 592-3222 for more info

 

Business hours - 10 to 5 - April 15 through October 31
(most shops are open daily)
Weekends 10 to 5 in November thru December 23

More information can be obtained by contacting the Greef General Store at 319-592-3579.
The Bentonsport National Historic District was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972