

# Food Festivals 2026 In Fort Dodge | Food & Drinks Events In Fort Dodge

- **Subtitle**: Fort Dodge Food Festival. List of food, wine & beer festivals with cooking classes and food related events in Fort Dodge.
- **Category**: Food & Drinks
- **Display Name**: Food & Drink events
- **Type**: category

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<p>If you are a food stylist, food blogger, gourmet chef, caffeine junkie or just a keen foodie, you definitely are more worried about your salad being finely chopped than your appearance. To keep up with your food cravings there are these street food fairs, wine tasting events and food festivals in [CITY]. For all the foodies who are avid learners; there are cooking workshops, baking workshops, cake making classes in [CITY] and a lot more. You can also explore various food truck festivals happening in the [CITY].</p>
<p>Content your taste buds with sumptuous food. Craving for food already? Explore some amazing food events in [CITY].</p>

## Food & Drinks Events in Fort Dodge

- **Event Name**: Iowa Central Food festival
  - **Description**: Iowa Central Culinary/Hospitality is hosting a food festival with live music, vendors, demonstration shows, and our Iowa Central food truck.
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/iowa-central-food-festival/100001981792084473
  - **Venue**: 1788 Madison Ave
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  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Categories**: food-truck-festivals, food-drinks, festivals, music, live-music, entertainment, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Sips, Sparkle & Stems
  - **Description**: Come enjoy a beautiful morning at Ardys Mae ☕🌷

We’re hosting a flower pop-up bar with Flour &amp; Bloom Iowa and you can get linked with permanent jewelry by Tori K – Permanent Jewelry ✨

Flour &amp; Bloom will have everything you need to create your own
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/sips-sparkle-and-stems/200029752459812
  - **Venue**: 14 S 14th St, Fort Dodge, IA
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- **Event Name**: Almost Home's 16th Annual Furball
  - **Description**: Join us at the Laramar Ballroom for our 16th Annual Furball!

The night will consist of food, drinks, music and more! We will have tons of great silent auction items, as well as some exciting live auction items!

All proceeds benefit Almost Home Humane So
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/almost-homes-16th-annual-furball/200029714383855
  - **Venue**: 710 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-3820, United States
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Food Truck Friday
  - **Description**: Food Truck Friday is back! 🍰🥩

We’re excited to welcome Steak'd &amp; Caked, serving up mouthwatering eats and sweet treats you won’t want to miss. 
Whether you're craving something savory, something sweet, or both—there’s something for everyone!

Bring y
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 03 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri Apr 03 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/food-truck-friday/200029846945808
  - **Venue**: 7 S 23rd St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-4344, United States
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- **Event Name**: Taste of Kosovo
  - **Description**: Fundraiser meal for the Fort Dodge &amp; Gjakova Youth Exchange Program. Former Student Participants Share Their Stories!
Silent Auction &amp; More!About this EventTaste of KosovoGet ready to dive into
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:00 am – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/taste-of-kosovo/100001984203161068
  - **Venue**: Willow Ridge Restaurant
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  - **Price**: USD 55
  - **Categories**: nonprofit
- **Event Name**: The Art of Spring Mixology
  - **Description**: Embrace the vibrant flavors of the season at The Art of Spring Mixology, an exclusive masterclass led by award-winning bartender Ellie Rastetter. This April, join us for a hands-on journey into the craft of seasonal cocktail making, where you will learn p
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Apr 23 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-dodge/the-art-of-spring-mixology/200029600451217
  - **Venue**: 7 S 23rd St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-4344, United States
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  - **Categories**: art

## Trending Events in Fort Dodge

- **Event Name**: Travis Tritt
  - **Description**: Information90s Country music legend, Travis Tritt, will headline Country Jam 2026 in Fort Dodge on Saturday, August 8th. Following up on the success of 2025s first ever sold-out Downtown Country Jam featuring Trace Adkins, next summers
  - **Venue**: Rogers Sports Complex
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- **Event Name**: Fort Dodge Summer Fest
  - **Description**: 🎉 Fort Dodge Summerfest 2026 🎉
📍 Downtown Fort Dodge
📅 May 29th 2:30pm-11:00PM
📅 May 30th 9:00am-11:00PM

Get ready for Fort Dodge Summerfest, a brand new community celebration bringing two days of fun, music, food, and entertainment to the heart of downt
  - **Venue**: 1003 Central ave, Fort Dodge, IA, United States, Iowa 50501
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Frontier Days: Passport to the Past
  - **Description**: “Frontier Days returns June 5–7, 2026! 🎉 Step back in time at the Fort Museum &amp; Frontier Village and experience history, music, food, and fun for the whole family.”

🌟 Frontier Days 2026: Passport to the Past 🌟
📅 June 5–7, 2026
📍 Fort Museum &amp; Fro
  - **Venue**: 1  Museum Rd, Fort Dodge, IA
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- **Event Name**: 10th Birthaversary Celebration!
  - **Description**: 🎉🍻 Shiny Top Brewing’s 10th Birthaversary Bash! 🍻🎉

Ten years ago we poured our first pint… and what a ride it’s been! 🍺 From those early days of figuring things out to a decade packed with laughter, friendships, music, and unforgettable nights, YOU have
  - **Venue**: 520 Central Avenue, Fort Dodge, IA
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- **Event Name**: Sip, Sparkle, Stem & Shop
  - **Description**: ✨ Grab your girls… this is your sign. ✨
We’re turning Fort Dodge into the ultimate girls day out and you’re invited 💐

Join us for Sip, Sparkle, Stem and Shop on Saturday, April 25th — where shopping turns into an experience.

Here’s the fun part 👇
With e
  - **Venue**: 318 S 25th St, Fort Dodge, IA, United States, Iowa 50501
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- **Event Name**: Community Health Center Fundraiser and Celebration
  - **Description**: Join us as we celebrate 20 years of service at Community Health Center of Fort Dodge!

Our annual fundraiser will be held Saturday, April 11 at 5:30 PM at The Laramar, featuring dinner, live and silent auctions, and music by Scott Kirkhart.

This year’s e
  - **Venue**: The Laramar Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Triton Visit Day
  - **Description**: 🕗 Check-In &amp; Expo

Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Hodges Fieldhouse

Kick off the day with a free grab-and-go breakfast while exploring our expo. You'll have the chance to connect with:

Academic departments 📚
Athletic coaches 🏀⚽
Activity coordinators &amp;
  - **Venue**: One Triton Circle, Fort Dodge, IA, United States, Iowa 50501
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- **Event Name**: Friends of Saint Edmond Ball
  - **Description**: Join Co-Chairs JB &amp; Laura Bunda and Jake &amp; Jen Crimmins for the 43rd Annual Friends of Saint Edmond Ball. The doors open at 6:00 PM. Buffet dinner will be served from 6:00 to 7:30. There will be a silent and live auction along with music and enter
  - **Venue**: Laramar Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: 7th Annual Fruit Cup
  - **Description**: The 7th Annual Fruit Cup Saturday, Sept 26, 2026
MORE DETAILS TO COME! 

September 26th Registration @ 9:30 am
Shotgun Start @ 10:30 am
2 person Teams 
Cap at 54 teams or 108 golfers
Fruit Cut Style - 18 Holes Best Shot Where Both Players Play From The Be
  - **Venue**: Fort Dodge Country Club
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Iowa Central Food festival (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 1788 Madison Ave), Sips, Sparkle & Stems (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am at 14 S 14th St, Fort Dodge, IA), Almost Home's 16th Annual Furball (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:30 pm at 710 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-3820, United States), Food Truck Friday (Fri Apr 03 2026 at 11:00 am at 7 S 23rd St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-4344, United States), Taste of Kosovo (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:00 am at Willow Ridge Restaurant).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Fort Dodge in April 2026?
  - **A:** Sips, Sparkle & Stems (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am at 14 S 14th St, Fort Dodge, IA), Almost Home's 16th Annual Furball (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:30 pm at 710 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-3820, United States), Food Truck Friday (Fri Apr 03 2026 at 11:00 am at 7 S 23rd St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-4344, United States), Taste of Kosovo (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:00 am at Willow Ridge Restaurant), The Art of Spring Mixology (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at 7 S 23rd St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-4344, United States).
- **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge include 1788 Madison Ave, 14 S 14th St, Fort Dodge, IA, 710 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-3820, United States.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge range from USD 20 to USD 55. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge include Iowa Central Culinary Program, Ardys Mae Coffee and Dessert, Almost Home Iowa.
- **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Fort Dodge.

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