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Cannonball 457
East Park, State St. (641) 423-5328 • www.friendsofthe457.org
Built in 1912, this last remaining Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway steam locomotive — No. 457, the “Cannonball” — has been restored to reflect its appearance in the late 1940s. Hours: May–Oct.: Sat. & Sun., 1 p.m.–5 p.m. 5
Charles H. MacNider Art Museum
303 2nd St. SE, Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 421-3666 • www.macniderart.org
A North Iowa cultural treasure, the museum includes a permanent collection of American art, the famous Bil Baird puppets, and an impressive range of ceramics. Genuinely an active center for the Arts, the museum offers changing exhibits, films, studio classes, special events, and a museum gift shop. Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thurs. 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Admission: Free; $3 per person for scheduled guided tour. 8
Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Hotel/Bank – The Historic Park Inn Hotel
15 West State Street, Mason City, IA 50401 Tour Information: (641) 423-0689 www.wrightonthepark.org
Built in 1910 for two Mason City attorneys, The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank building is the last remaining hotel designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. This classic example of Prairie School Architecture has been completely restored to its original appearance serving as an exquisite hotel. Explore the restored public places of the hotel on a guided tour of the facility. Visit the mezzanine balcony overlooking the lobby and dining room, the Skylight Room with its fully restored sky-lit art glass ceiling, the Ladies Parlor with art-glass French Doors, the Gentlemen’s Lounge and the Billiards Room and Mercury statues designed by Richard Bock. Hours: Thurs. & Fri. 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.; Sun. 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. or by appointment any day 11 a.m.–3 p.m. for groups 10 or more. Admission: $5 per person
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Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House & Architectural Interpretive Center
530 1st St. NE, Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 421-3666 / (641) 423-1923 www.stockmanhouse.org / www.mcarchitecture.org
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the Prairie School style, constructed in 1908, the Stockman House presents a revolutionary challenge to the very common four-square house of that time. Its open floor plan led to the floor plan of the modern American home. The restored home is furnished with Arts & Crafts and Wright designs of its period. It is the first and only Prairie School house designed in Iowa by Wright. Tours begin at the adjacent Architectural Interpretive Center offering visitors an unique look at Mason City’s Prairie Homes in Rock Crest / Rock Glen Historic District. Stockman House Tours: Third weekend in May through August: Tours begin hourly, on the hour — 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Thurs.–Sat., Sun. 1–3 p.m. (last tour begins at 3 p.m.), Sept. & Oct. Open Sat. & Sun. only, 1–3 p.m. Admission: $10 adults 18 and older, $5 ages 12–17, $2 ages 11 and under. Architectural Interpretive Center open year-round. Check website for hours. www.mcarchitecture.org. 22
I-35 Speedway
North Iowa Events Center • 3700 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W. (641) 424-6515 / (515) 295-5555 www.I-35speedway.com
North Central Iowa’s fastest 0.5-mile dirt track running IMCA modifieds, IMCA stock cars, IMCA sportmods, hobbies, and hornets. Hours: April–September, Sunday nights 6 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $5 children 6–12, under 5 free 10
Kinney Pioneer Museum
Municipal Airport; Hwy. 122 West • Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 423-1258
Experience life on the Iowa frontier through the vintage exhibits and living history at the museum. Visit a pioneer village with a one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, old jail, blacksmith shop. Demonstrations of pioneer crafts and trades during special event days. Call ahead for schedule. Hours: May–September Tues.–Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m.; other times by appointment Admission: $3 adults; $1 children under 12 11
Lime Creek Nature Center
3501 Lime Creek Rd.; Hwy. 65 N • Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 423-5309 • www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us
Nestled atop the limestone bluffs of the Winnebago River, the center is a prime destination for nature lovers featuring a variety of captivating displays and unique wildlife mounts that highlight the natural resources of North Iowa. The nature center is located on 440 acres of diverse natural habitat with over nine miles of trails. Virtual geocaching is available, for landmark coordinates call or visit the website. Hours: Mon.–Fri. 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m.; winter weekends close at 4 p.m.; closed holidays. Admission: Free
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Mason City Aquatic Center
901 Birch Dr. • (641) 421-3678 / (641) 421-3673
This outdoor pool includes two zero-depth entries, a drop slide, a tunnel & open slide, several water toys, 50-meter racing lanes, and a concession area. Hours: Memorial Day through August: Mon.–Sun., 1–8 p.m. Admission: $4 Adults; $3 ages 3–18 and senior citizens; $1 ages 2 and under. Coupon books available. 3
Mason City Veterans Monument
Central Park, State St.
Honoring over 3,300 veterans with Mason City connections, featuring 12 Black India Granite stones, each standing 8 feet high and weighing 4,000 lbs. 19
Meredith Willson Music Man Footbridge
Connects River Heights Drive and South Connecticut Avenue
Named in honor of Meredith Willson, Mason City native and internationally renowned composer, this bridge spans Willow Creek and is featured on the historical walking tour on page 20. 30 18
The Music Man Square and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home
314 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Mason City, IA 50401 (641) 424-2852 / (866) 228-6262 www.themusicmansquare.org
The Music Man Square features a 1912 streetscape with an ice cream parlor and gift shop, all in set designs recreated from the Warner Bros. motion picture The Music Man. There’s also an interactive museum highlighting Meredith Willson memorabilia and music-related exhibits and exploratorium. Plus, visit the restored 1895 modified Queen Anne house that was Meredith Willson’s birthplace and boyhood home. Hours: Tues.–Sun. 1–5 p.m. Other times by appointment. Closed holidays. Admission: $6 adults, $3 students. Admission includes both The Music Man Square and the Meredith Willson Boyhood Home. 22
North Iowa Bulls Hockey Team (NA3HL, Junior)
North Iowa Events Center 3700 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W & Eisenhower (641) 423-4625 • www.northiowabulls.com
Enjoy exciting hockey action with the North Iowa Bulls, members of the North American 3 Hockey League. Home games are played at the North Iowa Ice Arena, located at the North Iowa Events Center. Regular season starts in September and concludes in March. Hours: See website or call for game dates and times. Admission: $10 adults, $6 seniors & children under 18. 6
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North Iowa Events Center
3700 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W & Eisenhower (641) 423-3811 • www.northiowafair.org
Home of the Annual North Iowa Fair, Recreational Arena, and I-35 Speedway auto races. Year-round indoor and outdoor events include horse, dog and other competitive shows; home, sport and ag shows; auctions; flea markets; craft shows; ice hockey; figure skating; roller derby; motocross; camping and more. 23
North Iowa Miniature Golf
4450 4th SW, Hwy. 122 W. (641) 424-2244 • www.northiowagolf.com
This outdoor 18-hole miniature golf course provides fun for all ages. Hours: June–Sept. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun. 12–7 p.m. Admission: $6 Adults, $4 children 12 & under.
Off Season Indoor Golf 1104 N. Federal Ave. • (641) 423-4653
Bring your own clubs and play virtual golf with 27 championship courses to choose from, such as Pebble Beach, Torrey Pines, and more. Four screens are available, and up to eight people can play on a course. Now in hi-definition. Hours: Nov.–March: Daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Call for tee time. Admission: $26 per hour per screen; additional time is prorated. Limited clubs available for $5 rental fee. 7
Prairie Playground
East Park, State St.
Enjoy the largest outdoor play area in Mason City, including a wooden maze and shelter areas.
Prairie School Architectural Tour/ Historical Walking Tour Prairie School tour encompasses 14 blocks and Historical tour additional 13 blocks beginning at 303 2nd St. SE (641) 421-3666
This is a self-guided tour of the largest group of Prairie School designed homes on a unified site, Rock Crest & Rock Glen area, including a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. A walking tour guidebook is available for $5 at the Charles MacNider Art Museum, The Music Man Square, Mason City Visitor Information Center, or the Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House. Overview of the tour can also be found on page 20.
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Attractions
Central Gardens of North Iowa N. 8th St. & 2nd Ave. N, Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-0700 • www.central-gardens.org
This 2.75-acre space is home to 22 theme gardens including Victorian, Wetland, Butterfly, Shade, and more. Also included are water features, terraces, a pavilion, and the Moongate Theatre Steps. Hours: April–Dec. dawn to dusk Admission: Free for self-guided tour; scheduled guided tour $1 per person.
Cerro Gordo County Wind Farm 10586 Balsam Ave./S14 South, Ventura, IA 50482
FPL Energy’s Cerro Gordo wind farm consists of 55 wind energy turbines. The wind farm outdoor viewing area is located 5 miles south of Ventura, Iowa on S14. Hours: Outdoor viewing area open to public, escort notes available. Admission: Free
Clear Lake Clear Lake, IA 50428
A popular site for boating, skiing, swimming, and fishing; this spring-fed lake is 7 miles long and 2.5 miles wide with an average depth of 12 ft.
Clear Lake Arts Center 17 S. 4th St., Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-1998 • www.clartscenter.com
The gallery showcases regional artists, changing exhibits, and artrelated gifts. Hours: Tues.–Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: Free
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Diamond Jo Casino 777 Diamond Jo Lane, Northwood, IA 50459 (641) 323-7777 / (877) 323-5566 www.diamondjo.com
Located at Iowa Exit 214 on I-35, the casino features over 960 reel and video slot machines, craps, black jack, roulette, pai gow poker, and more. Hours: Open 24 hours Admission: Free
Fort Custer Maze 2501 Main Ave., Clear Lake, Iowa 50428 (641) 357-6102 • www.fortcustermaze.com
One-of-a-kind wooden maze, replicating an 1850 western fort, covering almost two acres with approximately two miles of zigzagging and adventurous paths. The maze features bridges, a lookout tower, and eight stations to help guests find their way out and conquer the maze. Hours: Memorial Day–Labor Day, Mon.–Fri. 9:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Open weekends only in May & September, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Other times by appointment Admission: $6 adults, $5 adults over 55, $4 children 4 to 11, children 3 and under free. Group rates available.
Lady of the Lake City Seawall, Downtown Clear Lake (641) 357-2243 • www.cruiseclearlake.com
Come aboard and cruise beautiful Clear Lake on a picturesque paddlewheel. Catering is available. Hours: Mid-May through September. Check website for up-to-date cruise schedule, special events, and private charter information. Admission: $12 adults; $6 children under 12.
Surf Ballroom & Museum 460 N. Shore Dr., Clear Lake, IA 50428 (641) 357-6151 • www.surfballroom.com
“The day the music died” — This is the final concert site of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson. Hours: Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Memorial Day–Labor Day: Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Admission: $5 suggested donation
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Downtown Mason City
Variety of stores offering clothing, gifts, home décor, collectibles, and more! Plus numerous restaurants and coffeehouses. NEW streetscape design incorporates cultural influences including Frank Lloyd Wright and the prairie school architectural style. 24
Plaza West Strip Mall
2560 4th SW/Highway 122 W
Featuring a discount store, grocery store, restaurants, fast food, card/gift shop, and home décor/craft store.
Prairie West Plaza 4700 4th SW/Highway 122 W
Includes sports store and jewelry store. 27
Regency Square Strip Mall
461 S. Illinois/Highway 122 E
Includes a grocery store, art gallery, and dining.
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Southbridge Mall
100 South Federal Ave. (641) 423-6688 www.southbridgemall.net
Mason City’s largest indoor mall offers excellent shopping with many men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel stores; specialty shops; card and gift stores; nutrition store; jewelry shops; book store; department stores; shoes; and restaurants and food/ snack center. Over 40 shops. Hours: Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; and Sun., 12 p.m.–6 p.m. 29
Southport Strip Mall
1720 S. Federal/Highway 65 S
Includes a department store and fabric store. 32 Willow Creek Crossing & Indianhead Square
Features discount store; electronic equipment stores; grocery store; department store; shoe store; men’s, women’s, and girls’ apparel; restaurants; video game store; pet supply store; and sports store. 31
Willowbrook Mall
1631 4th SW/Highway 122 W • (641) 424-4002
Indoor mall includes gift stores, women’s apparel, shoe store, health foods store, scrapbook store, beauty products, a thrift shoppe, and restaurants. Hours: Mon.–Fri., 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; and Sun., 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
For a detailed listing of all shops in the City, visit www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com and click on THINGS TO DO or request a Mason City shopping brochure by contacting the Visit Mason City office at 800-423-5724.
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B Ashley Inn
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24 5th SW; Intersection Hwy. 122 & Hwy. 65 (641) 424-2910 • (800) 206-2036 www.americanbestinnmc.com
Recreation E = Exercise Room
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C Clarion Inn
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2101 4th St. SW; Hwy. 122 W (641) 423-1640 • (877) 424-6423 www.clarionhotels.com/hotel/ia187
R = Recreation Room W = Whirlpool
D Country Inn & Suites
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Group Tour Services
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L = Luggage Handling G = Group Rates
F Historic Park Inn Hotel
Comp. Policy
Parking
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15 W. State St. (641) 422-0015 • (800) 659-2220 www.historicparkinn.com
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M = Motorcoach
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2301 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W (641) 424-0210 • (800) 329-7466 www.daysinn.com
G Holiday Inn Express & Suites
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3041 4th St. SW, Hwy. 122 W (641) 424-1200 • (800) 465-4329 www.hiexpress.com
H Quality Inn & Suites
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410 5th Street SW; Hwy. 122 W (641) 423-4444 • (877) 424-6423 www.qualityinn.com
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J Willow Inn K The Decker House B&B
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2781 4th Street SW; Hwy. 122 W (641) 423-8221
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3010 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W (641) 423-8855 • (800) 800-8000 www.super8.com
B = Blow Dryer
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119 2nd St. SE (641) 423-4700 www.thedeckerhousemc.com
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Dump Station
Camping
parks & camping
Mason City Parks............................................................
KEY Camping: M = Modern P = Primitive
Central Park 1st NW & State
East Park 800 Block E. State
S
Frederick Hanford 23rd SW
Georgia Hanford
Fishing:
824 22nd SE
L = Lake
Lester Milligan/Ray Rorick
S = Stream
15th SW & Pierce
MacNider Campgrounds
Recreation: B = Ball Diamond BB = Basketball C = Cross-Country Skiing DG = Disc Golf H = Hockey HS = Horseshoes HT = Hunting I = Ice Skating S = Snowmobiling T = Tennis V = Volleyball
Swimming: L = Lake P = Pool S = Supervised U = Unsupervised
Trails: B = Bike BR = Bridle H = Hiking N = Nature
901 N. Birch Drive
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River City Greenbelt Trail System
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Winnebago Trail
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N. Jackson & 1st St. NW
N. of 14th NE
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Lime Creek Conservation Area
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Linn Grove
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Shell Rock River
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Wilkinson Pioneer Park
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203 Ash St. E SE Hwy. 107, Thornton
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3501 Lime Creek Road Mason City
SE Hwy. 65, Rockwell
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Greenbelt & Preserve Co. Road S-56
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21425 Vine Ave. Co. Road B-20, Rock Falls
State of Iowa Parks........................(641) 357-4212..............
Clear Lake State Park
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McIntosh Woods
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2730 S. Lakeview Drive Clear Lake
1200 E. Lake St. Ventura
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Swimming
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Shower
Rest Rooms
Recreation
Playground
Picnic Area
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Prairie School/Historical Architectural Walking Tour North Iowa Area Community College
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Recreation
Mileage information located on page 31.
Produced by: Visit Mason City
Areas of Interest 1. Airport........................................................pg. 22 2. Aquatic Center..................................... pgs. 6, 34 3. Central Park......................................... pgs. 6, 14 4. Cerro Gordo County Courthouse.................pg. 21 5. Charles H. MacNider Art Museum.................pg. 4 6. City Hall.....................................................pg. 21
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7. East Park......................................... pgs. 4, 7, 14 8. Frank Lloyd Wright Hotel/Bank.....................pg. 4 9. Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House.............pg. 5 10. Kinney Pioneer Museum.............................pg. 5 11. Lime Creek Nature Center..........................pg. 5 12. Margaret MacNider Campground....pgs. 14–15, 32
1 3. Mason City Chamber of Commerce / North Iowa Corridor EDC / Main Street Mason City....pg. 21 14. Mason City Community Theater................pg. 34 15. Mason City High School...........................pg. 33 16. Mercy Medical Center..............................pg. 22 17. Mercy Medical Center West Campus 18. Meredith Willson Boyhood Home................pg. 6 19. Meredith Willson/ “Music Man” Footbridge............................pg. 6
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20. Newman High School...............................pg. 33 21. North Iowa Area Community College.........pg. 33 22. North Iowa Events Center/ Ice Arena/I-35 Speedway..........pgs. 5, 6, 32–33 23. North Iowa Miniature Golf Course..............pg. 7 24. Plaza West Strip Mall...............................pg. 10 25. Post Office...............................................pg. 21 26. Public Library...........................................pg. 21 27. Regency Square Strip Mall.......................pg. 10
A. American Best Inn & Suites B. Ashley Inn C. Clarion Inn D. Country Inn & Suites E. Days Inn F. Historic Park Inn Hotel G. Holiday Inn Express & Suites H. Quality Inn & Suites I. Super 8 J. Willow Inn K. The Decker House B&B
28. Southbridge Mall.....................................pg. 11 29. Southport Strip Mall................................pg. 11 30. The Music Man Square...............................pg. 6 31. Willowbrook Mall.....................................pg. 11 32. Willow Creek Crossing & Indianhead Square..................................pg. 11 33. YMCA............................................... pgs. 32, 34 34. Visitor Information – Visit Mason City.......pg. 21
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Visit Mason City
2021 4th Street SW (641) 422-1663 • (800) 423-5724 www.VisitMasonCityIowa.com
Regional Chamber of Commerce Mason City Chamber of Commerce / North Iowa Corridor EDC / Main Street Mason City 30
9 North Federal (641) 423-5724 www.masoncityia.com
Mason City Hall
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10 1st St. NW (641) 421-3600 www.masoncity.net
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Public Library
225 2nd St. SE (641) 421-3668 www.mcpl.org
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse 4
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Post Office
Mason City............................................................... 28,079 Cerro Gordo County.................................................. 44,151
Climate Average Winter Temperature............................ 18.2 degrees Average Summer Temperature......................... 70.7 degrees Average Annual Rainfall......................................31.4 inches Average Annual Snowfall....................................37.8 inches Mason City, Iowa
phone numbers
Transportation Airline Services Mason City Municipal Airport......................................................(641) 421-3680 North Iowa Air Service................................................................(641) 424-9366 Delta Airlines................................................. (641) 423-6901 • (800) 225-2525 Great Lakes Airlines....................................................................(641) 421-3680
Bus/Charter Services Cerro Gordo Public Transit (county bus system/charter service).......... (641) 423-2262 Jefferson Bus Lines (depot at airport)............................................. (641) 423-8341 Mason City Transit (city bus system)............................................... (641) 423-3616 N orth Iowa Bus Service (motor coach charter service).............................(641) 424-2600 • (800) 553-5416 W indstar Lines (motor coach charter service). ...........................(641) 423-6400 • (800) 274-7435
Automobile Rental Enterprise.......................................................(641) 423-8300 • (800) 736-8222 Hertz Rent-A-Car (at airport)...........................(641) 423-6536 • (800) 654-3131
Taxi Services A-1 Taxi River City Inc. ............................................................... (641) 424-4265 Call-A-Cab.................................................................................. (641) 210-5088 K.C. Cab..................................................................................... (641) 423-4167
211 N. Delaware Ave.
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Limousine & Party Bus Services Atlantis Limousine & Party Bus Service....................................... (641) 420-1018 HPI Limousine Service................................................................ (641) 422-0015 Odyssey Limousine..................................................................... (641) 423-4644 Rumorz Fun Bus........................................................................ (641) 425-2574
Emergency Numbers Police • Fire • Ambulance............................................................................ 911 Police.........................................................................................(641) 421-3636 Mercy Medical Center - North Iowa.............................................(641) 428-7000 Iowa Road Condition Information................................................(800) 288-1047 Iowa State Patrol........................................................................(800) 525-5555
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annual events
Ongoing Events EVENT
DESCRIPTION
I-35 Speedway
North Central Iowa’s fastest ½-mile dirt track, running IMCA modified, IMCA stock cars, IMCA sportmods, hobbys, and hornets. Races start at 6 p.m. www.I-35speedway.com
Sunday evenings, April–September Location: I-35 Speedway – North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
North Iowa Farmers Market Every Tuesday & Friday, May–September Location: Kmart Parking Lot – 2006 4th Street SW, Mason City
Lady of the Lake Public Cruises May–September Location: City Seawall, across from City Park in Clear Lake
Mason City Municipal Band Concert Sunday evenings, June–July Location: East Park, Mason City
Friday Night Live Third Friday of the month, June–August Location: Central Park, Downtown Mason City
Thursdays on Main Thursday evening, mid-June–mid-August Location: Downtown Clear Lake
Mason City Market Every Saturday, June–September Location: Central Park, Downtown Mason City
North Iowa Bulls Hockey Team September–March Location: North Iowa Ice Arena – North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Performing Arts & Leadership Series September–May Location: North Iowa Auditorium, Mason City
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Offering locally grown produce, plants, flowers, and fresh baked goods. 3–6 p.m
Rates: $12 adults, $6 children 12 and under. No charge for children 2 and under. Check website for up-to-date cruise schedule, special event information, and private charter information. www.cruiseclearlake.com Come enjoy a great collection of music in beautiful East Park. Performance begins at 7:30 p.m.
Live music performed by local amateur and professional musicians as well as food vendors on site. www.mainstreetmasoncity.org
Live music, feature entertainment, classic cars, bounce house, kiddie train rides, trolley rides, retail stores open late, vendor street market, & free movie in City Park.
Local fruit, vegetables and artisan goods for sale. 9 a.m.–noon. www.mainstreetmasoncity.org Enjoy exciting hockey action with North Iowa Bulls, members of the North American 3 Hockey League. Visit website for game dates, times and ticket pricing. www.northiowabulls.com National and award-winning musicians, theatrical productions, comedy, and youth performances that will stir your sense, awaken your imagination, and enlighten your soul. Leadership series features a diverse offering of speakers from around the globe. www.niacc.edu/calevents
annual Events EVENT
DESCRIPTION
A Day of Thunder on Syrup
Indoor Syrup Racing open to go karts, motorcycles, quads, 3-wheelers, and outlaw golf carts. Admission: $10 adults, $5 children 7 & under. Pit Passes: $20. Practice Fri., Jan. 6th Pit Passes $15. www.northiowafair.org
January: First Saturday Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
In-side Walk Sale January: Second Thursday–Sunday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Peewee A & Squirt A youth hockey tournament. www.niisa.org
january
Collins Memorial Youth Hockey Tournament
Warm up with hot deals from all merchants during this annual indoor sale event you can’t afford to miss! www.southbridgemall.net
January: Second Friday–Sunday Location: North Iowa Events Center – North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
In-side Walk Sale January: Third Friday–Sunday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Iowa LeMans Snowmobile Championship Jack Helgren Memorial Race January: Third Friday–Sunday Location: McIntosh Woods State Park, Clear Lake
Winter Dance Party February: First Weekend Location: Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake
Winter Extravaganza February: First Saturday Location: Lime Creek Nature Center, Mason City
February: First Saturday Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Winterfest Youth Hockey Tournament February: Third Friday–Sunday Location: North Iowa Ice Arena – North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
ValenWine February: Third Friday Location: Music Man Square, Mason City
Color the Wind Kite Festival February: Third Saturday Location: City Seawall, Downtown Clear Lake
Spring Arts & Crafts Show March: First Friday–Sunday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
March: First Friday–Sunday Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Indoor Amateur 3-D Archery Shootout March: Second Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Annual tribute to the lives & legacies of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, & JP “The Big Bopper” Richardson, who played their last concert at the Surf Ballroom on February 2, 1959. The event features nationally known as well as local entertainers and attracts visitors from all over the world. www.surfballroom.com Enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoe hikes, a winter scavenger hunt, crafts, games, woodcarving demonstrations, and marshmallow/hot dog roasting over a campfire. 1–4 p.m. $3, children under 12 free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required Indoor Syrup Racing open to go karts, motorcycles, quads, 3-wheelers, and outlaw golf carts. Admission: $10 adults, $5 children 7 & under. Pit Passes: $20. Practice Fri., Jan. 6th – Pit Passes $15. www.northiowafair.org Bantam B, Peewee B, and Squirt B youth hockey tournament. www.niisa.org
Live entertainment, a silent/live auction and also sample wine from numerous Iowa wineries and breweries. 6–10 p.m. Admission: $15 individual. www.mainstreetmasoncity.org Annual kite-flying festival over the frozen waters of Clear Lake, featuring huge show kites and choreographed sport kite flying demonstrations Crafters from a 5-state area attend North Iowa’s finest craft show, located in the heart of historic downtown Mason City. www.southbridgemall.net
march
North Iowa Home Show
Event includes guided snowmobile cruise around the lake, snowmobile racing including Lemans style and Radar Runs, vintage snowmobile show, food tent, raffle, vintage ice drags, and more!
february
A Day of Thunder on Syrup
Warm up with hot deals from all merchants during this annual indoor sale event you can’t afford to miss! www.southbridgemall.net
Home improvement and landscaping displays and seminars. www.northiowafair.org Archers compete in this indoor archery tournament. www.mohawkarchery.org
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DESCRIPTION
River City Street Rods
Local street rod enthusiasts show off their souped-up hot rods, including Corvettes, muscle cars, and more! www.southbridgemall.net
march
March: Third Saturday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Motor Sports Show March: Fourth Saturday & Sunday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
North Iowa Bike Show & Swap Meet March: Last Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
North Iowa Concert Band Spring Concert April: First Tuesday Location: North Iowa Auditorium, Mason City
North Iowa Symphony Spring Concert April: Second Tuesday Location: North Iowa Auditorium, Mason City
River City Chorus Spring Show April: Second Saturday Location: North Iowa Auditorium, Mason City
april
River City Remote Control Club April: Second Saturday–Sunday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Gold Wing Road Riders April: Third Saturday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
North Iowa Farm Toy Show April: Third Sunday Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Quodlibet April: Fourth Thursday–Sunday Location: North Iowa Auditorium, Mason City
Muskie Tournament April: Fourth Saturday Location: Clear Lake
Midstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show May: First Wednesday–Sunday Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Homemade Ice Cream Social May: First Sunday Location: Kinney Pioneer Museum, Mason City
may
Walleye Classic May: Third Saturday & Sunday Location: Clear Lake
North Iowa Band Festival May: Memorial Day Weekend (Thurs.–Sat.) Location: Festival held in Mason City’s East Park. Parade held on Saturday, along State Street, between Pennsylvania Avenue & Illinois Avenue
Dressage Horse Show May: Memorial Day Weekend (Fri.–Sun.) Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
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Local motor sports car drivers will bring their race cars into the Mall for display and a meet-and-greet with the public. www.southbridgemall.net 24 motorcycle classes, leather, tattoo, clothing, 30+ vendors. Iowa’s largest bike show / swap meet. www.northiowafair.org North Iowa Area Community College concert band features college students and many musicians from surrounding North Iowa communities. www.niacc.edu/calevents North Iowa Area Community College Symphony Orchestra features college students and many musicians from surrounding North Iowa communities. www.niacc.edu/calevents Annual showcase of barbershop choruses and quartets. www.rivercitychorus.org
A display of remote control airplanes. www.southbridgemall.net
A display of motorcycles and trailers presented by the Gold Wing Road Riders Association. www.southbridgemall.net Farm toys and collectibles on display and available for purchase. www.northiowafair.org
Annual variety show presented by the North Iowa Area Community College Choir and NIACC Singers will showcase quality choirs, couples, quartets, and quintets crafting compositions that are quick, colorful, cunning, crafty and sometimes even a little quirky. www.niacc.edu/calevents Muskie fishing tournament organized by the Heartland Chapter of Muskies, Inc.
Nationally recognized hunter jumper horse show and competition. Plus, exhibitors from around the nation attend and showcase a variety of equestrian products. www.northiowafair.org Homemade ice cream will be made and served along with music and special displays.
Catch & release tournament involves teams competing for the largest amount of walleye by weight. 7 a.m. start both days. Public weigh-ins and award ceremony held at 3 p.m. in City Park both days. This annual music festival opens the summer season for North Iowa. Featuring free music, entertainment, and various types of events for young and young at heart. Plus, the event includes a carnival, market, car show and plenty of food for the whole family. www.nibandfest.com
Talented horse and rider teams perform intricate patterns.
EVENT
DESCRIPTION
Ponys of the Americas
Young riders on smaller horses compete in conformation, performance, games, and jumping.
June: First Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
MotoFest June: First Weekend Location: City Park, Clear Lake
Vintage Car Day June: First Sunday Location: Kinney Pioneer Museum, Mason City
Midstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show June: Second & Third Weekends, Wed.–Sun. Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
June: Second Saturday Location: Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, Mason City
Father’s Day BBQ Cruise June: Third Sunday Location: Lady of the Lake – City Seawall, Clear Lake
Dressage Horse Show June: Fourth Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Greek Festival June: Fourth Saturday Location: Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, Mason City
Cannonball Day June: Fifth Saturday Location: Prairie Playground in East Park, Mason City
Fourth of July Celebration July: Week of July 4th Location: Downtown Clear Lake
Fireworks on July 3rd July 3rd Location: Mason City High School Football Stadium
Fireworks Party Cruise July 4th Location: Lady of the Lake – City Seawall, Clear Lake
July: First Weekend Location: City Park, Clear Lake
Conestoga Cookout July: Second Sunday Location: Kinney Pioneer Museum, Mason City
North Iowa Fair July: Second Wednesday–Sunday Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Ridiculous Days July: Second Weekend Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Nationally recognized hunter jumper horse show and competition. Plus, exhibitors from around the nation attend and showcase a variety of equestrian products. www.northiowafair.org A fun-filled day of family entertainment includes musicians, storytellers, and numerous art activities for kids on the lawn of the Museum and Public Library. Art market features over 50 artists. www.macniderart.org Father’s Day BBQ cruise will feature live entertainment, food and special door prizes (just for dads). www.cruiseclearlake.com
Talented horse and rider teams perform intricate patterns.
A taste of Greece with a village atmosphere. Greek food, music and dancing.
Fun and entertainment throughout the day includes kids fun ride, pedal tractor pull, Bill Riley talent search, food and live music. www.friendsofthe457.org Annual celebration includes a carnival, amusement rides, bingo, craft show, live music nightly at the bandshell, and a traditional Independence Day parade down Main Avenue. Plus, the biggest and best fireworks show in North Iowa! An annual fireworks display featuring musical entertainment and musically choreographed fireworks. Enjoy the area’s best fireworks display aboard the Lady of the Lake. Cruise includes lives entertainment, food and drawings for door prizes. www.cruiseclearlake.com Bicyclists of all ages & abilities are invited to combine their love of bicycling with this annual weekend event that includes bike rides, cycling competition, great food, and blues music. www.bicyclebluesbbq.com
july
Bicycles, Blues & BBQ Festival
Items will be for sale out of trunks of vintage cars on the front lawn, as well as refreshments, music and activities.
june
MacNider Museum Arts Festival
Weekend of family fun! Events include motorcycle stunt shows, ride challenges, judged bike show, vintage bike and scooter display, rally ride, live bands and contests.
Old fashioned barbeque with music and craftsmen exhibiting their arts.
Traditional regional Iowa fair featuring fun for the whole family! www.northiowafair.org Mall merchants bring out their sale items with ridiculous prices into the halls and have a huge sale. www.southbridgemall.net
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EVENT
DESCRIPTION
Iowa Independent Film Festival
Mix of feature-length, documentary, short art films, & student productions from across the country. Festival hosts a number of filmmakers and personalities from Hollywood and around the U.S. www.iowaindie.org
July: Second Weekend Location: Clear Lake Arts Center, Downtown Clear Lake
july
Antique & Classic Wooden Boat Show July: Third Saturday Location: City Seawall, Downtown Clear Lake
Up In Smoke BBQ Bash July: Fourth Friday & Saturday Location: East Park, Mason City
LakeFest July: Fourth Saturday & Sunday Location: City Park, Downtown Clear Lake
Tax Free Weekend August: First Friday & Saturday
Dressage Horse Show August: First Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Summer Dance Cruise August: First Weekend Location: City Park, Downtown Clear Lake
august
Iowa-Minnesota Pirate Festival August: Second Weekend Location: PM Park, South Shore Clear Lake
Back-to-School Style Show August: Second Saturday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Pirate Party Cruise August: Second Saturday Location: Lady of the Lake – City Seawall, Clear Lake
Kids Day August: Third Sunday Location: Kinney Pioneer Museum, Mason City
Ponys of the Americas August: Fourth Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Clear Lake Beach Party September: First Saturday Location: City Beach, Downtown Clear Lake
september
Antiques in the Square September: First Sunday Location: City Park, Downtown Clear Lake
Civil War Battle & Encampment September: Second Weekend Location: East Park, Mason City
Regional Dressage Horse Show September: Second Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
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Featuring wooden, aluminum & fiberglass boats built from the 1920s–1960s on display on land and in the water. Barbecue competition with cash prizes, entertainment and beer garden. www.upinsmokebbqbash.com Spend a weekend on the shore of Clear Lake enjoying three arts-related festivals including the Iowa Storytelling festival, featuring professional storytellers of regional and national reputation, and the Lakeside DixieFest, showcasing Dixieland Jazz, as well as an Art ‘Sail’ with over 75 artists selling their works at this juried show. Two days of tax-free shopping on clothes and school supplies.
Talented horse and rider teams perform intricate patterns.
Drivers and their cars from all years, makes and models are invited to strut their stuff during the “Cruise Around the Lake” on Friday night. A car show is featured on Saturday afternoon and a ’50s-’60s dance is held at City Park on Saturday night Family fun festival with both historical and fantasy characters, stage shows, contests, hands-on activities, food & beverages, treasure hunt and various craft merchants. Mall tenants will sponsor a back-to-school style show featuring all of the latest styles for back to school. www.southbridgemall.net Adults-only cruise aboard the Lady of the Lake includes pizza and a cash bar. Costumes encouraged but not required. www.cruiseclearlake.com Special day dedicated to pioneer type children activities including indoor and outdoor games, prizes, hands-on activities, face painting, music, magic show & more!
Young riders on smaller horses compete in conformation, performance, games, and jumping.
Family fun on the beach – sand castle building, bean bag toss, bingo, tug of war, concert on the beach, followed by a movie in the park. Featuring over 60 antique dealers selling primitives, pottery, glass, furniture and collectibles. Held rain or shine. Discover the experience of a Civil War soldier in Mason City’s East Park. Offering live entertainment and re-enactments of battles in which Iowa troops participated. Mounted cavalry demonstrations bring the past to life. Regional championship event that attracts competitors from approximately 8 to 10 Midwestern states. The event features riders from training level to the highest level of the sport.
EVENT
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Fall Festival
Activities include canoeing, air rifles, archery, scavenger hunt, trail tram rides, pond fishing, live critter presentation, monarch butterfly tagging, and more! Registration required.
September: Second Weekend Location: Lime Creek Nature Center, Mason City
September: Second Week Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
Great River City Festival September: Third Weekend Location: Downtown Mason City
Homemade Apple Cider & Donut Day September: Last Sunday Location: Kinney Pioneer Museum, Mason City
Fall Arts & Crafts Show October: First Weekend Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
Harvest Fest October: First Saturday Location: Downtown Clear Lake
Mason City Kennel Club AKC Show October: Second Weekend Location: North Iowa Events Center, Mason City
ArtoberFest
Haunted Hike at D&D Ranch October: Every weekend, beginning second weekend through last day of October Location: D&D Ranch located off of I-35 in Clear Lake
On the Road for Education Marathon & Races October: Third Sunday Location: Newman Catholic School, Mason City
Halloween Hike October: Fourth Thursday Location: Lime Creek Nature Center, Mason City
November: Third Thursday Location: Downtown Mason City
Christmas by the Lake December: First Weekend Location: Downtown Clear Lake
December: First Thursday & Friday Location: North Iowa Auditorium, Mason City
TubaChristmas December: Second Saturday Location: Southbridge Mall, Mason City
North Iowa’s finest arts and crafts show featuring crafters from a 5-state area. www.southbridgemall.net Enjoy live music, wine & beer tasting, craft vendors, grape stomp, trolley tours, and browse through the downtown shops, art gallery and farmers market. Dogs of many breeds compete in conformation and obedience competition.
Celebrate the fall season with fabulous food, exotic beer and wine sampling, and live music. www.macniderart.org
Both classic and current horror figures come to life in this award-winning Halloween attraction.
5K and 10K run through the Mason City trail system and cultural/downtown areas, through rural areas and ends at Newman Catholic School. Certified by the United States Track and Field in 2002, this race attracts runners wanting to qualify for the Boston Marathon. www.ontheroad4edu.org It’s almost Halloween, and the woods at Lime Creek will come alive with all kinds of interesting creatures with environmental messages to tell. Registration required. Get into the holiday spirit with an assortment of festive activities, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy a sleigh ride, decorate holiday cookies and much, much more! www.mainstreetmasoncity.org Catch the Christmas spirit with a Tour of Homes, Festival of Trees, free trolley or horse-drawn carriage rides. Enjoy the lighted parade at night as strolling Dickens characters bring Christmas past to life, ending the evening with fireworks reflecting off a frozen Clear Lake and a special holiday concert at the Surf Ballroom. Enjoy the warm sounds of the season as the North Iowa Area Community College Concert Choir, NIACC Singers, North Iowa Choral Society, and the River City Chorus perform with over 150 musicians filling the stage with holiday favorites.
december
Candlelight Christmas Festival
Homemade cider is made with 100-year old apple press, served hot or cold, with homemade donuts. Enjoy special exhibits, demonstrations and an apple product bake sale.
nov.
Home for the Holidays
Multi-Ethnic Lunch, Friday Night Live, Expanded Main Street Market, Dillinger Bank Robbery Re-enactment, Art Crawl. 11 a.m. Friday– 8 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free www.mainstreetmasoncity.org
october
October: Second Saturday Location: Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, Mason City
Nationally recognized hunter jumper horse show and competition. Plus, exhibitors from around the nation attend and showcase a variety of equestrian products. www.northiowafair.org
september
Midstates Hunter/Jumper Horse Show
Annual performance of favorite Christmas carols with over 800 tuba, baritone, saxophone and euphonium musicians from across the state. www.southbridgemall.net
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conveniently located
FARGO 365
135 ST. PAUL
MINNEAPOLIS
I-90
I-35
SIOUX FALLS 207
MILWAUKEE 371 SIOUX CITY 197
I-35 I-80
DUBUQUE 164
DES MOINES 120
CHICAGO 337
QUAD CITIES 223 SPRINGFIELD 462
KANSAS CITY 312
ST. LOUIS 436
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Proud member of: Information correct at date of printing (01/2012) and is subject to change. For your convenience, please call to confirm before traveling.
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recreation & entertainment
Ball Diamonds (see Parks, pages 14–15)
Fitness Centers
Frederick Hanford
(641) 423-3779
360 Fitness
23rd St. SW (641) 421-3673
Anytime Fitness
Holcim Park Baseball Complex
Curves for Women
16th St. NW (641) 423-8558
Norris Youth Softball Complex
2nd St. NE & N. Tennessee Ave. (641) 421-3673
Bowling
(641) 424-2121 (641) 424-1844
Ironhouse Gym (641) 424-8050
N.I.P. Fitness Center (641) 420-0371
YMCA
(641) 422-5999
Mystic Lanes (641) 423-4375
Rose Bowl Lanes (641) 423-8083
Camping (see Parks, pages 14–15) Gracious Estates (641) 424-6222
Golf
MacNider Campgrounds
Disc Golf
901 Birch Drive (641) 421-3673 (641) 421-3679
Open mid-April–mid-October.
North Iowa Events Center 3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 423-3811
Camping available for special events.
Extreme Sports Ramp Lester Milligan/Ray Rorick 15th SW & Pierce (641) 421-3673
Biking, rollerblading, and skateboarding. 32
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East Park, State St. (641) 421-3673
Highland Park Municipal Golf Course (641) 423-9693
Mason City Country Club (641) 424-3014
North Iowa Golf Center/ Miniature Golf/ Driving Range (641) 424-2244
Off Season Indoor Golf (641) 423-4653
Pine Creek Golf Course (641) 423-6831
Hunting/Fishing (see Parks, pages 14–15)
Youth hockey and family ice skating in an indoor ice rink. Open public skate times: Sun., 2:30–4:30 p.m.; Mon., Thurs., Fri., 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Admission: $3 (skate rental available for $2).
There are 18 county-owned public areas and numerous state-owned public areas in Cerro Gordo County. For more information, contact:
Ray Rourick Park
Cerro Gordo County
River City Dames of Anarchy
(641) 423-5309 www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
15th SW & Pierce Ave. (641) 421-3673
Outdoor ice rink
North Iowa Events Center 3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 529-0285
(641) 357-3517 www.iowadnr.com
Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby team
Racing
600 2nd St. NW (641) 423-2000 www.myrollercity.com
I-35 Speedway
(North Iowa Events Center) (641) 424-6515
Motocross Track
(North Iowa Events Center) (641) 422-0000
Roller City Skating Rink
Indoor roller skating rink, open yearround. Visit website for hours and admission.
Spas
Recreation Rental
Aesthetic Touch Day Spa
Bennetts Bikes & Fitness
Custom Therapeutic Massage
(641) 424-4151
(641) 423-1811 • All services
Bikes
(641) 423-5791 • Massage
Wayne’s Ski & Cycle
Debbie Friedrichs LMT
(641) 423-2851
(641) 423-5415 • Massage
Cross-country and downhill skis
Diamond Nails & Spa
School Sports Mason City Community Schools
1700 4th St. SE, Highway 122 E (641) 421-4400
Newman Catholic Schools
(641) 423-1212
Manicures & pedicures
Hands On Massage & Body (641) 423-2886 • Massage
Kathy's Therapeutic Touch (641) 696-3345 • Massage
2445 19th St. SW (641) 423-6939
Kush Spa & Salon
North Iowa Area Community College
La'James College of Hairstyling
500 College Drive, Highway 122 E (641) 423-1264
Skating/Hockey (see Parks, pages 14–15) North Iowa Bulls North Iowa Ice Arena 3700 4th SW; Hwy. 122 W & Eisenhower (641) 423-4625 www.northiowabulls.com
(641) 421-8468 • All services
(641) 424-2161 • All services
L&D Nails
(641) 423-3329
Manicures & pedicures
Massage Therapy by Jo (641) 422-1260 • Massage
Much Kneaded Massage (641) 424-3730 • Massage
Natural Nails (641) 422-0206
NA3HL, Junior Hockey Team
Manicures & pedicures
North Iowa Ice Arena
Regal Nails
North Iowa Events Center 3700 4th SW, Highway 122 W (641) 423-3811 (641) 424-3547
(641) 424-6545
Manicures & pedicures
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River City Massage & Styles
North Iowa Auditorium
Salon 220 Spa
Stebens Children’s Theater
Swimming Pools
Performances Sept.–June.
Mason City Aquatic Center 901 Birch Drive (641) 421-3678 (641) 421-3673
Trails (see Parks, pages 14–15 & All-Purpose Trail on Map, pages 18–20)
Outdoor pool – open Memorial Day–mid-August.
River City Greenbelt & Trail System
(641) 421-7787 • All services (641) 423-7220 • All services
(641) 422-4188 (641) 424-9802
(641) 421-3673
YMCA
1840 S. Monroe (641) 422-5999
Indoor pool.
Tennis (see Parks, pages 14-15) Mason City Parks & Recreation 22 N. Georgia (641) 421-3673
Begins at Coolidge Ave. and continues to Winnebago Trail, leading to the Lime Creek Nature Center.
Trolley Trail
(641) 357-7433
Runs between Mason City and Clear Lake, parallel to County Road B35.
Winnebago Trail (641) 421-3673
Theaters
North of 14th St., leading to Lime Creek Nature Center.
Cinema West Theaters
Winnebago Water Trails
Mason City Community Theater
Public access noted on map on pages 18–20. Great for kayaking, canoeing, and tubing.
(641) 424-0436
(641) 424-6424
(641) 423-5309
Performances Sept.–July.
quality inn and suites
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dining in mason city
l o c at i o n k e y D - Downtown | N - North | S - South | E - East |
Bar / Grill Alley Katz (N) (641) 424-1700
Buffalo Wild Wings (W) (641) 421-9464
Burke’s Bar & Grill (N) (641) 423-9610
Champion’s Bar & Grill (N) (641) 424-5929
Dillinger’s Bar & Grill (S) (641) 421-1888
W - West
Mulligan’s Bar & Grill (E)
Papa’s American Cafe (W)
(641) 422-9888
(641) 424-1593
Patrick’s Sport Bar & Grill (S)
Perkins Restaurant (W)
(641) 423-5721
(641) 423-2360
Rose Bowl (S)
Pies & More (W)
(641) 423-8083
(641) 424-2166
Spike’s Tap & Grill (S)
Pro’s Sandwich Shop (S)
(641) 424-3082
(641) 424-2662
Tailgaters (S) (641) 424-1310
Ralph’s Garden Café (D)
The Other Place (D)
Rib Crib (W)
(641) 422-9902
(641) 424-4507
(641) 424-3794
(641) 201-1010
Wise Guys (W)
Frank’s Drink & Eatery (D)
River City Bar & Grill (W)
Casual Dining
Eleven (D)
(641) 201-3556
Homer’s (S) (641) 423-9830
LD’s Filling Station Bar & Grill (N) (641) 494-2313
Lorados (D) (641) 424-8060
Mugshotz Bar & Grill (N) (641) 421-1756
(641) 420-1872
(641) 423-1640
Ruby Tuesday (W)
Applebee’s (W)
(641) 424-9990
(641) 424-0026
Suzie-Q-Cafe (D)
Bill’s Bar-B-Q (W)
(641) 423-5021
(641) 424-4944
Village Court Family Restaurant (W)
Bonanza (W) (641) 423-3750
(641) 424-5065
Hy-Vee East (E)
Coffee & Sweets
(641) 424-9741
Hy-Vee West (W) (641) 424-2605
Bagel Depot (D) (641) 424-0100
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l o c at i o n k e y D - Downtown | N - North | S - South | E - East |
W - West
Pete’s Kitchen (W) (641) 423-2666
Pita Pit (W) (641) 424-3370
State Street Deli (D) (641) 201-1002
Subway Birdsall’s Ice Cream (D)
Dairy Queen Brazier (W)
(641) 423-5365 (641) 424-5445
(641) 422-0174
Ice Cream Parlor The Music Man Square (D)
Borealis Station (E) (641) 422-9901
(641) 424-2852
Bumbleberry Bakery (D) (641) 530-0255
(641) 423-6502
Coffee Cat (D) Cookies Etc. (D) (641) 424-2009
(641) 423-8335
Wal-Mart Supercenter (W) (641) 423-6767
(641) 424-4880
Fast Food
(641) 423-1998
Arby’s (W)
Deli
Burger King (W)
Hungry Mind (D)
(641) 424-4377
(W) (D) (E) (W) (W)
Super Target (W)
Jitters (D) Pretzelmaker (D)
Cabin Coffee Co. (E)
(641) 424-8339 (641) 423-6090 (641) 423-3265 (641) 421-0413 (641) 423-6767
(641) 423-0121
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches (W)
(641) 423-2264 (641) 423-8540
Culver’s (W) (641) 423-3565
Hardee’s (E) (641) 424-5395
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Kentucky Fried Chicken (W)
Hunan Chinese Restaurant (W)
Northwestern Steak House (N)
(641) 424-1132
(641) 423-9099
(641) 423-5075
McDonald’s South (S)
The Lantern: Japanese & Chinese Restaurant (S)
Prime ‘N Wine (W)
(641) 423-6710
McDonald’s West (W) (641) 423-0417
Wendy’s (W)
(641) 421-0075
Wok -n- Roll (D)
Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill (W)
(641) 423-1558
Pizza & Italian
Mexican
Domino’s Pizza Delivery (D)
(641) 423-1807
Carlos O’Kelly’s (W) (641) 423-9332
Las Palmas (W) (641) 424-3166
Maria’s Kitchen (N) (641) 423-8226
Pancheros Mexican Grill (W) Pastime Gardens (W)
Cabin Coffee Co. (E)
(641) 424-5133
(641) 423-6502
Italian Garden & Pizza Restaurant (W)
Carlos O’Kellys (W)
(641) 423-3590
Hungry Mind (D)
Little Caesars (D) (641) 423-5000
Little Chicago (D) (641) 424-1215
Papa Murphy’s Take-n-Bake (W) Pizza Hut (W)
(641) 423-4900
(641) 423-1732
Taco Bell (W)
Pizza Ranch (S)
(641) 424-9403
(641) 423-3100
Taco John’s (S)
Steak & Seafood
Oriental
Butcher’s Steakhouse (D) (641) 423-1110
Chop (D)
China Buffet (W) (641) 424-1100
Hasey Asian Fast Food (D) (641) 424-2457
Bagel Depot (D) (641) 424-0100
Plaza Mexico (W)
(641) 423-6014
Caterers
Godfather’s (E)
(641) 424-3011
Taco Tico (W)
(641) 423-4000
(641) 423-2330
(641) 423-8896
(641) 423-8503
The Quarry (D)
(641) 424-1500
(641) 423-8037
Cancun Mexican Restaurant (W)
(641) 424-8153
(641) 201-1010
Historic Park Inn Restaurant (D) (641) 422-0015
Mason City Country Club (S) (641) 424-3014
(641) 423-9332 (641) 423-0121
Hy-Vee East (E) (641) 424-9741
Hy-Vee West (W) (641) 424-2605
Mason City Country Club (S) (641) 424-3014
Pies & More (W) (641) 424-2166
Perkins Restaurant (W) (641) 423-2360
Prime ‘N Wine (W) (641) 424-8153
The Quarry (D) (641) 421-0075
Rib Crib (W) (641) 424-3794
Ruby Tuesday (W) (641) 424-9990
Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill (W) (641) 423-4000
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