Charles City
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The All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club (AILTC) was established on the Mark and Denise Kuhn family farm near Charles City, IA in 2003. Building a grass tennis court was the dream of club founder Mark Kuhn since 1962. http://www.alliowalawntennisclub.com/index.html
The All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club
2667 240th StreetThe All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club (AILTC) was established on the Mark and Denise Kuhn family farm near Charles City, IA in 2003. Building a grass tennis court was the dream of club founder Mark Kuhn since 1962. http://www.alliowalawntennisclub.com/index.html
Located at 1304 Gilbert St, 641-228-1416. Open 1-9 pm Friday-Saturday, 1-8 pm Sunday-Thursday June through August.
Bayou Bend Mini-Golf
1304 Gilbert StreetLocated at 1304 Gilbert St, 641-228-1416. Open 1-9 pm Friday-Saturday, 1-8 pm Sunday-Thursday June through August.
18 hole course located at 2147 Underwood Ave., 641-228-6465. http://www.cedarridgegolfia.com/
Cedar Ridge Golf Course
2147 Underwood Ave18 hole course located at 2147 Underwood Ave., 641-228-6465. http://www.cedarridgegolfia.com/
In this Carnegie Library Building constructed in 1904 you will find a gallery of local and regional artwork. The annual Art-A-Fest takes place in August with over 40 exhibiting artists offering works for sale along with many children activities, food, and entertainment.
Charles City Art Center
301 N Jackson StIn this Carnegie Library Building constructed in 1904 you will find a gallery of local and regional artwork. The annual Art-A-Fest takes place in August with over 40 exhibiting artists offering works for sale along with many children activities, food, and entertainment.
Movies: 7 pm nightly
$3Adults/$2 Seniors & Children
Originally constructed in the 1930’s, this is just one of two art deco theatres in the state. This theatre is run through volunteer efforts & owned by the theCharles City Arts Council. For current shows call 641-228-3821.
Charles Theatre
409 N Main StMovies: 7 pm nightly
$3Adults/$2 Seniors & Children
Originally constructed in the 1930’s, this is just one of two art deco theatres in the state. This theatre is run through volunteer efforts & owned by the theCharles City Arts Council. For current shows call 641-228-3821.
Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park is located on the Cedar River in the heart of downtown Charles City. The multi-use project accommodates not only kayaks, but also inner tubes and stand-up paddle boarding. The one-quarter mile rodeo course is rated at Class II and III levels with three distinct features for paddlers of all levels. Additional elements of Riverfront Park include: boat launch; ravine play area; disc golf course; labyrinth; and stormwater fountain. http://ccwhitewater.com/
Charles City Whitewater
106 Chapel LnCharles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park is located on the Cedar River in the heart of downtown Charles City. The multi-use project accommodates not only kayaks, but also inner tubes and stand-up paddle boarding. The one-quarter mile rodeo course is rated at Class II and III levels with three distinct features for paddlers of all levels. Additional elements of Riverfront Park include: boat launch; ravine play area; disc golf course; labyrinth; and stormwater fountain. http://ccwhitewater.com/
Open bowling is available at the Comet Bowl, located at 1100 S. Grand Ave., 641-228-2115. Also available, arcade/fun center and billiards. Has full bar along with full menu.
Comet Bowl
1100 South Grand AvenueOpen bowling is available at the Comet Bowl, located at 1100 S. Grand Ave., 641-228-2115. Also available, arcade/fun center and billiards. Has full bar along with full menu.
Over 110,000 items can be seen in over 20,000 sq. feet of display area at the Floyd County Historical Museum. The proud keeper of Charles City ‘s tractor legacy, you can find not only Hart-Parr tractors on display, but also original tractor manuals and literature for sale. In addition to tractors, you’ll find an 1853 log cabin, period rooms, one room school house, and a fully restored drug store from the turn-of-the-century. https://floydcountymuseum.org/
Floyd County Historical Museum
500 Gilbert StOver 110,000 items can be seen in over 20,000 sq. feet of display area at the Floyd County Historical Museum. The proud keeper of Charles City ‘s tractor legacy, you can find not only Hart-Parr tractors on display, but also original tractor manuals and literature for sale. In addition to tractors, you’ll find an 1853 log cabin, period rooms, one room school house, and a fully restored drug store from the turn-of-the-century. https://floydcountymuseum.org/
Visit Springbrook Stock Farm, established in 1865 by Lucius Lane, father of national women’s rights leader Carrie Lane Chapman Catt. The double-brick home, completely restored by the National 19th Amendment Society, is of unique design. http://www.catt.org/
Carrie Chapman Catt Home
2379 Timber AvenueVisit Springbrook Stock Farm, established in 1865 by Lucius Lane, father of national women’s rights leader Carrie Lane Chapman Catt. The double-brick home, completely restored by the National 19th Amendment Society, is of unique design. http://www.catt.org/
The Mooney Collection, a large assortment of original paintings, engravings, etchings, drypoints, and woodcuts by such renown artists as Rembrandt, Picasso, Matisse, Salvador Dali and Grant Wood, is housed in the gallery located in the Charles City Public Library. The collection was bequeathed to the City of Charles City in 1941 by famous photographer, and native son Arthur Mooney. Viewing of these spectacular pieces is free during normal library hours.
Charles City Public Library
106 Milwaukee MallThe Mooney Collection, a large assortment of original paintings, engravings, etchings, drypoints, and woodcuts by such renown artists as Rembrandt, Picasso, Matisse, Salvador Dali and Grant Wood, is housed in the gallery located in the Charles City Public Library. The collection was bequeathed to the City of Charles City in 1941 by famous photographer, and native son Arthur Mooney. Viewing of these spectacular pieces is free during normal library hours.
The first golf course in Iowa to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Wildwood Park has a rich history dating back to 1912. The park was a POW camp for German WWII prisoners, and two stone bridges remain as reminders of that era. Three bridges were originally constructed by the prisoners, but one was destroyed during a storm.
Play a round of golf on this historic 9-hole golf course. For fees and hours click here or call 641-257-6322.
Wildwood Golf Course
1 Wildwood RdThe first golf course in Iowa to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Wildwood Park has a rich history dating back to 1912. The park was a POW camp for German WWII prisoners, and two stone bridges remain as reminders of that era. Three bridges were originally constructed by the prisoners, but one was destroyed during a storm.
Play a round of golf on this historic 9-hole golf course. For fees and hours click here or call 641-257-6322.
Located at 700 Riverside Dr, 641-228-2001. Billiards, Darts, Full Bar, Restaurant, Craft Beer, Dance Floor. Enjoy the outdoor River View Deck. Open Monday-Thursday at 4 pm, Friday & Saturday at 2 pm. Happy Hour, Monday-Friday 4-6 pm.
Hot Shots Billiards
700 Riverside DriveLocated at 700 Riverside Dr, 641-228-2001. Billiards, Darts, Full Bar, Restaurant, Craft Beer, Dance Floor. Enjoy the outdoor River View Deck. Open Monday-Thursday at 4 pm, Friday & Saturday at 2 pm. Happy Hour, Monday-Friday 4-6 pm.
Food scene
Aromas Coffee is a family-owned and operated coffee roasting business in Charles City, Iowa. Bryan and Cara choose exceptional beans offering a diverse selection. We roast our gourmet coffee beans in downtown Charles City. Our specialty beans and fresh roasting allows our coffee to maintain its natural flavors.
214 North Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-4773
http://aromascoffee.com/
Aromas
214 N Main StAromas Coffee is a family-owned and operated coffee roasting business in Charles City, Iowa. Bryan and Cara choose exceptional beans offering a diverse selection. We roast our gourmet coffee beans in downtown Charles City. Our specialty beans and fresh roasting allows our coffee to maintain its natural flavors.
214 North Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-4773
http://aromascoffee.com/
105 North Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-3590
http://www.cedarriverpizzaco.com/
Cedar River Pizza Co.
105 North Main Street105 North Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-3590
http://www.cedarriverpizzaco.com/
Dave's Restaurant
809 S Grand Ave809 South Grand Avenue
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-7162
101 North Jackson Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-3855
https://www.thepubonthecedar.com/
Pub On the Cedar
101 N Jackson St101 North Jackson Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-3855
https://www.thepubonthecedar.com/
100 S. Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-715-1157
https://www.saintcharlesbrewingcompany.com/
Tellurian Brewing
100 South Main Street100 S. Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-715-1157
https://www.saintcharlesbrewingcompany.com/
City advice
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Wednesday/Saturday Farmer's Market
Beginning May 6th hours will be Saturdays 9 am-noon and Wednesdays 3:30-6 pm. The Market is held at Central Park with a wide array of local produce, crafts and plants. Qualified vendors accept EBT, WIC, Debit and Credit. The last Farmer’s Market will take place on Saturday, October 14th.
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Charley Western Recreational Trail
Come enjoy the Charley Western Recreational Trail, featuring a scenic view from a bridge overlooking the Cedar River and the beautiful plantings in the Friends Garden. Expansion of the trail extends to other paved routes throughout our community totaling a trailway system of just over 5 miles. https://charlescitychamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Charles-City-trails-map.pdf
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Disc Golf Course
The Disc Golf Course is a short 9 hole course located at Riverfront Park along the Cedar River adjacent to the new whitewater kayak course. The course plays quick as you navigate around the park ringing the chains on PDGA approved Mach2 baskets. Enjoy the river views as the course takes you through a tough hole #3 “tunnel” and the wicked dog-leg hole #7.
If you are interested in a longer course go to Sportmen’s Park, it offers an 18 Hole Disc Golf Course, fun for the whole family.
MAP: https://www.dgcoursereview.com/course.php?id=3270&mode=ci
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Historic Homes
Take some time to stroll along our Historic Homes Walking Tour.
Brochure: https://charlescitychamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/TourofHistoricHomes2013.pdf
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Public Art Walking Tour
These unique pieces, accessible along the recreational trail, make a stunning addition to Charles City ‘s riverscape. Other unique public art sculptures are located in parks and by various buildings in town.
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Charles City Chamber of Commerce
For a listing of area events please check out the Chamber's website https://charlescitychamber.com/
You can located them at this address or feel free to give them a call with any questions.
401 N. Main Street
Charles City, IA 50616
641-228-4234