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The countdown is on—just 7 days until the National Balloon Classic takes flight! Get ready for 9 unforgettable days of sky-high magic as 100+ hot air balloons fill the skies over Indianola with brilliant color and breathtaking views. 🌅🎆 Make your plans now—you won’t want to miss it! #ExperienceIndianola #NationalBalloonClassic #SkyParade #FlightsBitesSights #TheSkysTheLimit #DigitalPassport #TravelIowa #SummerInIndianola

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Don't miss your chance to see Wagner's The Flying Dutchman! Secure your tickets to one of the remaining performances before the Des Moines Metro Opera 2025 Festival Season comes to an end. Tap the link in the comments to get your tickets. #ExperienceIndianola #DesMoinesMetroOpera #TheFlyingDutchman #IndianolaIA #OperaSeason #SummerInIowa #WagnerLive #CulturalTravel

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🎨 Mark your calendars for a weekend of creativity and community! The Summer Art Festival returns to Buxton Park on July 26–27 from 10 AM–4 PM—just in time to pair with the National Balloon Classic, Warren County Fair, and Celebrate Warren County Parade! 🖼️ Stroll through booths featuring 30+ artists🎶 Enjoy live music from singers, flutists & pianists🌮 Grab bites from local food trucks🎉 Play yard games and take in the festive atmosphere🎈 Bonus: The Celebrate Warren County Parade passes by Buxton Park at 10:30 AM Saturday! It’s the perfect weekend to experience Indianola’s art, culture, and small-town charm. 🎭 #ExperienceIndianola #SummerArtFestival #IndianolaIA #LiveArtfully #WarrenCountyFair #NationalBalloonClassic #IowaEvents #ExploreIowa #TravelIowa #TheSkyIsTheLimit

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🎉 It’s here! The Wander Warren County Family Fun Pass has officially launched as part of the Digital Passport program! Round up the kids and experience Indianola and explore Warren County with a passport designed just for families—featuring stops that are perfect for little adventurers and memory-makers alike. ✅ Check in at family-friendly attractions🎁 Earn points for prizes📱 All from your phone—no app needed! Start your family’s next adventure today: https://experienceindianola.com/passports/ #ExperienceIndianola #FamilyFunPass #DigitalPassport #TravelIowa #FamilyAdventures #SmallTownBigCharm #ExploreIowa #TheSkyIsTheLimit

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🎡 Mark your calendars: The Warren County Fair hits Indianola July 23–28! Celebrate 150 + years of county fair fun with free admission and parking, carnival rides, livestock shows, tasty fair food, live music, 4‑H exhibits, grandstand races, and more. 🎠🐄🍦 It’s summertime at its best—perfect for families, friends, and fair lovers of all ages. See you on the midway! #ExperienceIndianola #WarrenCountyFair #CountyFairFun #ExploreIowa #SmallTownBigCharm #FamilyFun #TravelIowa

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Experience these events happening in Indianola this week! Des Moines Metro Opera's The Flying DutchmanJuly 15 | 7:30-10:30PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Indianola Farmers MarketJuly 16 | 4:00-7:00PM | Warren County Fairgrounds Des Moines Metro Opera's The Flying DutchmanJuly 17 | 7:30-10:30PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Des Moines Metro Opera's The Rakes ProgressJuly 18 | 7:30-10:15PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Indianola Farmers MarketJuly 19 | 8:00-12:00PM | Warren County Fairgrounds Funky Zebra's Fist BirthdayJuly 19 | 10:00AM-3:00PM | The Funky Zebras Boutique Des Moines Metro Opera's The Cunning Little VixenJuly 19 | 7:30-9:00PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Des Moines Metro Opera's The Flying DutchmanJuly 20 | 2:00-5:00PM | Blank Performing Arts Center #UpcomingEvents #ExperienceIndianola #DesMoinesMetroOpera #Shopping #ShopLocal

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Last night’s Sky Parade has us counting down to the National Balloon Classic—and the excitement is taking off! Grab your tickets now and mark your calendar for 7/25-8/2. Make it a full Indianola experience by grabbing your FREE Flights, Bites & Sights Digital Passport. From great eats to local stops and sky-high views, it’s the ultimate way to explore during balloon season! Links in comments. #ExperienceIndianola #NationalBalloonClassic #SkyParade #FlightsBitesSights #TheSkysTheLimit #DigitalPassport #TravelIowa #SummerInIndianola

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There’s no better time to visit than when the skies are full of hot air balloons and the streets are buzzing with live music, shopping, and local flavor. Tonight from 5–8pm, experience the Sky Parade in beautiful downtown Indianola — the perfect kickoff to Iowa’s famous balloon season! ✨ Stroll our charming downtown shops✨ Savor delicious local eats and drinks✨ Listen to live music by Jess Howe in Sunshine Alley✨ Watch colorful hot air balloons drift across the evening sky Proudly presented by the National Balloon Classic and downtown’s Lula Belle, this one-of-a-kind evening is your invitation to fall in love with Indianola. Just south of Des Moines — come see why visitors return year after year to shop, dine, and experience the skies here. #ExperienceIndianola #VisitIndianola

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Just 2 days until the Sky Parade takes flight! Head to Downtown Indianola this Thursday from 5–8 PM for live music, tasty eats, local deals—and dozens of hot air balloons drifting overhead in celebration of the National Balloon Classic. It’s the perfect way to kick off balloon season! #ExperienceIndianola #SkyParade #NationalBalloonClassic #FlyOverFun #SummerInIndianola #TravelIowa #HotAirBalloonMagic #TheSkysTheLimit

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Experience these events in Indianola this week! Trivia at The Groggy DogJuly 8 | 7:00-9:00PM | The Groggy Dog Des Moines Metro Opera's The Cunning Little VixenJuly 8 | 7:30-9:00PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Indianola Farmers MarketJuly 9 | 4:00-7:00PM | Warren County Fairgrounds Trivia Night at West Hill BrewingJuly 9 | 7:00-9:00PM | West Hill Brewing 2025 Sky ParadeJuly 10 | 5:00-8:00PM | Indianola Downtown Des Moines Metro Opera's The Rake's ProgressJuly 10 | 7:30-10:15PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Des Moines Metro Opera's The Cunning Little VixenJuly 11 | 7:30-9:00PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Indianola Downtown Farmers MarketJuly 12 | 8:00AM-12:00PM | Indianola Downtown Indianola Farmers MarketJuly 12 | 8:00AM-12:00PM | Warren County Fairgrounds Indianola Public Arts Commission Framed Art SaleJuly 12 | 8:00-12:00PM | Former Regions Bank Building Yoga in the ParkJuly 12 | 9:00-10:00AM | Buxton Park Begin Again Yoga's 2025 Yoga on the Flower FarmJuly 12 | 9:00AM | Bochner Farms Des Moines Metro Opera's The Flying DutchmanJuly 12 | 7:30-10:30PM | Blank Performing Arts Center Mug Day at West Hill BrewingJuly 13 | 2:00-8:00PM | West Hill Brewing Des Moines Metro Opera's The Rake's ProgressJuly 13 | 2:00-5:15PM | Blank Performing Arts Center

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