On Friday, thousands of cyclists from across the country—and around the world—will roll into Dyersville as the official Day 6 Overnight Host Community for RAGBRAI.
Residents and visitors are invited to join in the festivities throughout the day and evening. From live music and local food to shopping, attractions, and community celebrations, there is something for everyone. Riders will arrive throughout the day on Friday (influx between 2 to 4 pm, all in by 6 pm) and depart Saturday morning, with all participants out of town by 11 am Saturday.
Free Live Entertainment
Head to Legacy Square, the heart of the celebration, for a full afternoon and evening of live entertainment.
- DJ beginning at 1:30 pm
- Joie Wails – 3:30 pm
- The Ditch Lilies – 5 pm
- XOLEX – 7 pm
- The Spazmatics – 9 pm
Entertainment is free and open to the public. Bring a lawn chair, grab dinner, and enjoy an evening of live music in downtown Dyersville.
Great Food & Local Favorites
Come hungry! Food vendors begin serving at noon with a wide variety of options available throughout Legacy Square.
Looking for a sit-down meal? Support two local nonprofit organizations by attending one of Dyersville’s community pasta dinners:
St. Francis Xavier School Association Pasta Dinner
- 220 3rd Ave SW
- 4:00–7:00 p.m. (or until sold out)
- $15 per meal
Dyersville Commercial Club Park Pasta Dinner
- 225 11th St SE
- 4:00–7:00 p.m.
- $17 per meal
The Beverage Garden opens at 1:30 pm, with drink service continuing until 11 pm.
Ride the Free Shuttle
Parking in and around downtown will be extremely limited throughout the day. Visitors are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the free shuttle system to make getting around easier.
Shuttles begin running at 11 am and continue until midnight, with pick-up and drop-off located in front of the If You Build It Exhibit.
Two convenient shuttle routes will connect visitors to key locations throughout Dyersville:
Blue Route (Pick up at the pool)
- Commercial Club Park
- Dyersville Family Aquatic Center
Yellow Route (Pick up at south entrance of Beckman Football Field)
- National Farm Toy Museum
- Beckman High School
- Plaza Antique Mall
The shuttle is free, with a free-will donation appreciated. Whether you’re heading downtown for entertainment, exploring attractions, or returning to your vehicle or campground, the shuttle is the easiest way to experience everything Dyersville has to offer.
Cool Off at the Pool
Need a break from the summer heat?
The Dyersville Family Aquatic Center will be open on Friday from 11 am to 8 pm for both swimming and showers.
- Admission is $10 per two-hour time slot.
- Four swimming sessions are available throughout the day.
- Please bring your own towel, as towels will not be provided.
Explore Dyersville
Ride the shuttle to visit the National Farm Toy Museum, browse treasures at Plaza Antique Mall, shop local businesses, explore the If You Build It Exhibit, or simply enjoy the welcoming atmosphere throughout our community.
Don’t Miss the Headliner
The evening wraps up with one of the Midwest’s favorite party bands, The Spazmatics, taking the Legacy Square stage at 9 pm before festivities conclude at 11 pm.
Saturday Morning Departure
Riders begin departing as early as 5 am Saturday, with breakfast available at the Field of Dreams Movie Site before they continue their journey toward Dubuque. By approximately 11 am, the vast majority of riders and support crews will have departed town.
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