- Voice of Muscatine

Muscatine Area Farmers Market to Host Season Finale Oct. 25

Wednesday, October 22 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Area Farmers Market will close out its 2025 season with a family-friendly Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in downtown Muscatine at the corner of Third and Cedar streets. Visitors are encouraged to wear costumes and enjoy... Read More.

Muscatine Sets 2025 Trick-or-Treat Hours, Plus a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat Event

Thursday, October 16 by Tami Seitz

Get ready for some Halloween fun, Muscatine. The City has announced that official Trick-or-Treat hours will run from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. Mayor Brad Bark shared the news during the Muscatine City Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 7, inviting children... Read More.

iLLUMINATE by Crossroads Returns to Brighten Muscatine for a Third Year

Monday, October 13 by Tami Seitz

One of the area’s favorite holiday light displays is back. iLLUMINATE by Crossroads will once again transform historic Weed Park into a glowing wonderland this holiday season, continuing a beloved Muscatine Christmas tradition that combines festive fun with community giving. Since its debut, the drive-through... Read More.

The CPKC Holiday Train Pulls Into Muscatine with Music & Community Spirit

Friday, October 10 by Tami Seitz

As winter draws near, the gleaming, festively lit Canadian Pacific–Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train makes its seasonal journey across the U.S. and Canada — and Muscatine, Iowa, is one of its honored stops. This annual tradition brings together the magic of the holidays, live... Read More.

Big Trucks, Big Fun: Family Event at Coral Ridge Mall This Sunday

Friday, October 10 by Tami Seitz

Families are invited to get up close and explore some of the biggest and most exciting vehicles around at The Iowa Children’s Museum’s largest outdoor event of the year. The event, hosted in partnership with the City of Coralville, takes place Sunday, October 12,... Read More.

Trunk or Treat Magic Coming to Grace Lutheran Church

Monday, October 6 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine families are invited to dig out their costumes and enjoy a safe, fun-filled Halloween evening at the Faith Together Trunk or Treat, happening Wednesday, October 29, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the parking lot of Grace Lutheran Church in Muscatine. The event—organized... Read More.

Meet Your Local Heroes at Muscatine’s Public Safety Open House, October 5

Friday, October 3 by Tami Seitz

One of the community’s most popular annual events, the Muscatine Public Safety Open House, will be held on Sunday, October 5, from 12–3 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 312 East 5th Street. The event is hosted by the Muscatine Fire Department, Muscatine Police... Read More.

Boos & Bites: A Spooktacular Evening to Support Junior Achievement

Wednesday, October 1 by Tami Seitz

Get ready, Muscatine—ghosts, gourds, and gourmet bites are coming to town. On Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 5:30 PM, the elegant Merrill Hotel will transform into a Halloween-themed tasting experience, where spooky sips and savory samples come together for a cause. Hosted by Read More.

Step Off the Edge, Lift Up the Community: Muscatine’s Big Fundraiser Returns

Tuesday, September 30 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine, Iowa, will host its annual Over the Edge event Friday, October 3, offering a thrilling opportunity to rappel down the historic Laurel Building in downtown Muscatine. This unique fundraiser supports three local nonprofits: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Muscatine County, Special Olympics Iowa,... Read More.

Muscatine Fire Department Honors Three Retiring Heroes After Decades of Service

Monday, September 29 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Fire Department (MFD) will celebrate the retirement of three longtime members on Tuesday, Sept. 30, marking the end of more than 70 years of combined service. Battalion Chiefs Joe Timmsen and Ted Hillard are both retiring after decades of leadership and dedication to... Read More.