# Christmas Markets & Holiday Fairs in Fort Dodge 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best Christmas markets in Fort Dodge during 2026. Shop handmade gifts, holiday crafts, festive treats, artisan goods, and seasonal decorations while enjoying Christmas fairs, holiday markets, live entertainment, and family-friendly festivities.
- **Category**: Christmas Markets & Fairs
- **Type**: other

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Celebrate the festive season at the best Christmas markets in Fort Dodge. Explore holiday markets, Christmas fairs, artisan craft shows, seasonal shopping events, Christmas villages, festive food stalls, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're searching for unique handmade gifts, holiday decorations, or festive experiences, discover the top Christmas markets and holiday fairs happening across Fort Dodge in [YEAR].

## Christmas Markets & Fairs Events in Fort Dodge

- **Event Name**: Operation Ornament presented by Swingin’ Fore Soldiers
  - **Description**: Our 3rd annual Operation Ornament presented by Swingin’ Fore Soldiers is taking place December 18-20 at The Laramar Ballroom in Fort Dodge lowa.

Hours to be announced soon
Friday December 18:
Saturday December 19:
ADULTS ONLY cocktail and snack hour: 7pm
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: The Laramar Ballroom
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  - **Categories**: Art, Nonprofit, Crafts, Kids

## Trending Events in Fort Dodge

- **Event Name**: Direct From Sweden - The Music of ABBA at Iowa Central Community College
  - **Venue**: Iowa Central Community College
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- **Event Name**: Midwest Madness Tour featuring Soulcage and Rapture at Eagles Hideout Lounge
  - **Description**: MIDWEST MADNESS TOUR FEATURING SOULCAGE AND RAPTURE, W/ SPECIAL GUESTS DEAD BONNIE

Venue: Eagles Hideout Lounge
Address: 1018 1st Ave N 2nd floor, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Date: Saturday, October 10th
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00 PM 
All Ages 
FREE SHOW 

Wha
  - **Venue**: 1018 1st Ave N 2nd floor, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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- **Event Name**: Annual Ken & Jane Rasch Chili Supper
  - **Description**: Webster County Republican Party Annual Ken & Jane Rasch Chili Supper
**Doors Open: 5:00PM**
Serving Begins: 5:30 PM
Program begins: 6:00 PM
*Free Will Offering

Scheduled to attend (this list will be updated as invitees confirm):
Senator Chuck Grassle
  - **Venue**: Cardiff Event Center at Fort Frenzy
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- **Event Name**: Apple Fest 2026
  - **Description**: 🍎 Apple Fest at The Community Orchard 🎃

Join us at The Community Orchard from 10:00-4:00 for a fun-filled weekend celebrating fall, family, and all things apples! Bring the whole family and enjoy a day packed with activities, great food, shopping, music,
  - **Venue**: 2237 160th St, Fort Dodge, IA, United States, Iowa 50501
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- **Event Name**: *Spooky* Paint & Sip at Soldier Creek Winery in Ft. Dodge!
  - **Description**: Join us for an evening of autumn painting fun with a glass of wine -- or two! -- at Soldier Creek Winery! We're painting "Frightful Forest Friends" on canvas. Registration includes two hours of instruction, all supplies, and a large 16x20-inch canvas to t
  - **Venue**: Soldier Creek Winery
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- **Event Name**: Pumpkin Painting Party
  - **Description**: Get creative with us at Smitty’s Garden Center during our Pumpkin Painting Party!

Spend the evening painting your own pumpkin and creating a festive fall design to take home. Whether you’re feeling spooky, classic, or completely creative, our instructor
  - **Venue**: 7 S 23rd St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501-4344, United States
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- **Event Name**: Sonny Boy & Money Blues Band
  - **Description**: Come join us for a night of blues with Fort Dodge Native, Millard Temple's band Sonny Boy & Money.
  - **Venue**: Eagles Hideout Lounge
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- **Event Name**: Hamilton Loomis LIVE at Shiny Top Brewing
  - **Description**: ​​​Born and raised in Galveston, Texas, Loomis is the son of musician parents who listened to blues, rock and soul. Music ran in his veins and, with instruments readily available around the house, he picked up drums, piano, guitar and harmonica, honing hi
  - **Venue**: 520 Central Avenue, Fort Dodge, IA, United States, Iowa 50501
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- **Event Name**: Farmers Market
  - **Description**: Farmers Market fresh produce, baked goods and a whole lot of fun!
  - **Venue**: 11 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Operation Ornament presented by Swingin’ Fore Soldiers (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Laramar Ballroom).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas Markets & Fairs 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 Christmas Markets & Fairs 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 Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Fort Dodge include The Laramar Ballroom.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas Markets & Fairs events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas Markets & Fairs 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 Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Fort Dodge?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas Markets & Fairs category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas Markets & Fairs events are listed in Fort Dodge.

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