Madison County Covered Bridge Festival
About this event
The Madison County Covered Bridge Festival is a seasonal festival in Winterset, Iowa, at Winterset courthouse square. The 2026 event takes place Oct 10–11, 2026. A fall festival on the Winterset courthouse square celebrating the historic covered bridges of Madison County, with 150-plus food and craft vendors, old-time demonstrations, and live music. Held the second full weekend of October.
Annual, second full weekend of October
Location & directions
Winterset courthouse square, Winterset, IA 50273
Frequently asked questions
When is Madison County Covered Bridge Festival 2026?
Madison County Covered Bridge Festival takes place Oct 10–11, 2026 in Winterset, Iowa. Annual, second full weekend of October
Where is Madison County Covered Bridge Festival held?
Madison County Covered Bridge Festival is held in Winterset, Iowa, at Winterset courthouse square, Winterset, IA 50273.
What is Madison County Covered Bridge Festival?
A fall festival on the Winterset courthouse square celebrating the historic covered bridges of Madison County, with 150-plus food and craft vendors, old-time demonstrations, and live music.
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