In 2026, America celebrates its 250th anniversary — and Lowden is planning a city-wide celebration to mark the occasion.
The City of Lowden Park Board is beginning planning for an America 250 community event, inspired by the former Park Days celebrations that many residents remember. Our goal is not only to celebrate this historic milestone, but to spark renewed interest in bringing Park Days back as an annual tradition in the years ahead.
Public Planning Meeting
Date: February 18
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: American Legion, Lowden
This first meeting is open to anyone who wants to be involved. No experience is required — just ideas, energy, and a willingness to help.
At this meeting, we will begin forming planning committees, including (but not limited to):
- Food & Drink – vendors, beer sales, BBQ competition.
- Music & Entertainment – bands, DJs, performances.
- Kids Activities – kids’ area, games, family engagement.
- Attractions & Special Events – car show, parade, other main activities.
- Marketing & Communications – social media, press, newsletters, signage; works with all committees to promote the event.
- Fundraising – sponsorships, donations, merchandise revenue, and budget tracking.
- Volunteers & Staffing – recruit, assign, and coordinate volunteers across committees.
- Safety & Security – crowd management, first aid, coordination with police/fire/medical.
- Logistics & Support – parking, trash, restrooms, permits, operational planning.
Each committee will help shape its portion of the event and delegate tasks among its members. You don’t have to commit to the full planning process — if you just want to join for the first meeting or help out on a single day, that’s completely fine too.
If you’ve ever wanted to help plan a major community event — or if you’d like to see Park Days return — this is your chance to get involved from the ground up.
Join us on February 18 and help make America 250 in Lowden something the whole community can be proud of!
Event Details
Organizer : Lowden Park Board
Start Date : February 18, 2026
Time : 6:00 PM
Event Venue
Venue : Lowden American Legion
Address : 606 Main Street, Lowden, IA 52255