Community
Annual Membership Meeting
- When
- July 27, 2026, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
- Where
- 705 Avenue G, Fort Madison
Annual Membership Meeting
What's happening
Events at the fort
Through the year the grounds come alive with living-history reenactments that put you inside the War of 1812, fundraisers that move the capital campaign forward, education days for students and families, and community gatherings on the riverfront. New dates are added through the season, so check back as the calendar fills in.
- Community
Tri-State Rodeo Parade
- When
- September 12, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Where
- Downtown Fort Madison
The Tri-State Rodeo parade through downtown Fort Madison.
- Community
Tour Old Fort Madison 11-4 pm after the Tri-State Rodeo Parade
- When
- September 12, 2026
- Fundraiser
Capital Campaign Kick-Off
- When
- September 25, 2026
- Where
- Old Fort Madison
The public kickoff of the campaign to raise up, rebuild, and reimagine Old Fort Madison. Join us to celebrate the start of the effort and learn how to be part of it.
- Community
Vendor Show
- When
- October 17, 2026
- Where
- To be announced
A vendor show. Time and place to be announced.
- Community
Fort Madison Beautification Foundation Wine Walk
- When
- November 20, 2026, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
- Where
- 705 Avenue G, Fort Madison
The Fort Madison Beautification Foundation's annual Wine Walk.
- Community
Lighted Holiday Parade
- When
- November 27, 2026, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
- Where
- Main Street and Avenue G, Fort Madison
Fort Madison's lighted holiday parade through downtown.
- Community
Mistletoe on Main Street
- When
- November 28, 2026, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Where
- 705 Avenue G, Fort Madison
A holiday shopping and community celebration on Main Street.
Looking back
Recently at the fort
A record of recent gatherings, fundraisers, and living-history days. The work here is ongoing, season after season.
- Charlie Korschgen Kiddie ParadeCommunity
- July 4th Old Fort Tour after Charlie Korschgen Kiddie Parade to 4 PmCommunity
- Love Lee County Road TourFundraiser
Stay close to the fort
Never miss a reenactment
Join the list for event invitations, campaign news, and a heads-up when new dates go on the calendar. A few emails a year, and nothing else.
Planning a trip? See hours, directions, and what to expect on the plan your visit page.