Dubuque Convention and Visitor's Bureau

Port of Dubuque Marina Received Largest Boating Infrastructure Grant in History

On June 1, 2013 the city of Dubuque unveiled its freshly completed Port of Dubuque Marina Project with a public ribbon cutting event. The Port of Dubuque Marina features 70 transient slips for boats of greater than 26 ft. along the shores of the Mississippi River. The ribbon cutting ceremony was also hosted by the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium to celebrate the opening of the Museum?s Mississippi Plaza in conjunction with the grand-opening of the marina.

MISSISSIPPI MOON BAR ANNOUNCES NEW ACTS TO THE LINEUP

June 4, 2013 — (Dubuque, IA)- June 3, 2013 - Mississippi Moon Bar announced Gregg Allman, of The Allman Brothers Band, and returning comedian Steve Moris.

8.14 Miles in Dubuque, Iowa

May 28, 2013 — I've had the opportunity to travel the United States and Europe pretty extensively, but landing on my short list of cities to visit for quite some time has been one of my home state's treasures ? Dubuque, Iowa. I?ve heard nothing but praise about this Mississippi River community, so the Good family finally packed up the car for a quick trek to "The Masterpiece on the Mississippi" over Memorial Day weekend.

MISSISSIPPI MOON BAR ANNOUNCES PETER FRAMPTON WITH SPECIAL GUEST STEVE LUKATHER

April 23, 2013 — (Dubuque, IA)- April 23, 2013 - Mississippi Moon Bar announced Peter Frampton in his Guitar Circus Tour with special guest Steve Lukather, of the band Toto, appearing on Saturday, July 20, 2013.

Woodfire Grille Congratulates Chef Jason Culbertson on his Culinary Win!

April 26, 2013 — Diamond Jo Casino?s Woodfire Grille Chef, Jason Culbertson, competed in the 4th Annual Riverside Culinary Classic at the Riverside Casino on Sunday, April 21, 2013, and took home two first place medals.

DIAMOND JO ANNOUNCES ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP

April 29, 2013 — The Diamond Jo Casino announces their lineup which includes live comedy, music, and more!

GO THE DISTANCE BASEBALL TO MAKE EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT AT HOSPITALITY BREAKFAST

May 2, 2013 — Go the Distance Baseball will make a special announcement about the summer season at the Field of Dreams Movie Site on Thursday, May 9 at 7:50 am at Hotel Julien Dubuque. Denise Stillman, President & CEO of Go the Distance Baseball will unveil their latest news with the help of a few very special guests at the Dubuque Convention & Visitors Bureau?s Annual Hospitality Breakfast.

GHOST PLAYERS TAKE TO THE FIELD THIS SUMMER AT THE FIELD OF DREAMS

May 17, 2013 — Go the Distance Baseball made the announcement May 9 that the Ghost Players will hold events at the Field of Dreams Movie Site this summer. During the Dubuque Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) Annual Hospitality Breakfast on Thursday, May 9, Denise Stillman, President & CEO of Go the Distance Baseball unveiled the series of events to over 100 attendees.

LEGO Competition

January 18, 2013 — Matter Creative Center is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the LEGO? Building Competition, sponsored by US Bank. The competition is a fundraiser to support Matter Creative Center?s innovative community programs. Interested persons should register prior to the event, either in person at Matter Creative Center or online at http://mattercreative.org/LEGO.

HISTORIC HOTEL JULIEN DUBUQUE WELCOMED INTO REWARDS PROGRAM FOR INDEPENDENT HOTELS

March 25, 2013 — If you live in the Midwest and favor independent hotels for your road trip getaways, then this news is for you. Hotel Julien Dubuque in downtown Dubuque, Iowa, already the darling of TripAdvisor reviewers, has just been welcomed into the Stash Hotel Rewards? network, the largest loyalty program for independent hotels in the United States. The hotel joins nearly 200 other one-of-a-kind properties offering five points for each dollar spent on eligible room rates.

MODERN FASHION, HISTORIC HOTEL PAIR BEAUTIFULLY AT APRIL 14 FASHION SHOW BRUNCH TO BENEFIT DUBUQUE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER

March 26, 2013 — DUBUQUE, Iowa (March 26, 2013) - It?s easy to picture a time in the mid 1800s when very fashionable women arrived and dined at the Waples House hotel in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. After all, it was the place to see and be seen, furnished extravagantly and known far and wide for its gourmet cuisine. After fire destroyed the hotel in 1913, it was rebuilt and renamed Hotel Julien Dubuque in honor of the city?s founder.

MISSISSIPPI MOON BAR ANNOUNCES TWO NEW ACTS!

April 4, 2013 — (Dubuque, IA)- April 3, 2013- Mississippi Moon Bar added two new acts to their spring entertainment lineup; comedian Carlos Mencia and entertainer Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses.

The Historic Hotel Julien Dubuque

April 9, 2013 — Just across the Illinois state line and the ?river?, the mighty Mississippi River that is, sits Dubuque, Iowa?s distinguished Hotel Julien Dubuque. Named for Julien Dubuque, one of the area?s first settlers, the hotel has a central and prominent position in the city?s downtown area and in its tourism base.

DIAMOND JO ANNOUNCES ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP

April 16, 2013 — The Diamond Jo Casino announces their lineup which includes live comedy, music, and more!

Sky Tours at YMCA Union Park Camp expands zipline course

January 28, 2013 — Dubuque, IA The premier zipline canopy tour in Iowa just got bigger. Sky Tours at YMCA Union Park Camp, a zipline canopy tour owned by the Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA, has expanded its zipline course located on the north edge of Dubuque, IA.

Dubuque Increases Tourism Impact to State of Iowa & Receives Award

October 23, 2012 — Altoona, IA | The annual Iowa Tourism Conference was held October 17-19, 2012 at the Prairie Meadows Hotel & Conference Center in Altoona, IA.

The Dubuque Museum of Art announces 38th Annual Art Auction & Holiday Party

October 25, 2012 — he Dubuque Museum of Art is proud to announce that the Museum?s 38th Annual Art Auction & Holiday Party will be held on Friday, November 2nd, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. at the historic Hotel Julien. This year?s auction is generously sponsored by Dubuque Bank & Trust and Heartland Financial.

2013 Great Race to stop in Dubuque on June 23

November 9, 2012 — Dubuque, Iowa, will host a lunch stop on the 2013 Hemmings Motor News Great Race presented by Hagerty on Sunday, June 23, race promoters have announced. The Great Race, the world?s premiere old car rally, is expected to bring up to 100 antique automobiles to Veterans Drive at the Grand River Center for the $150,000 event. Participants will eat lunch on the Riverwalk levee overlooking the Mississippi River.

HOTEL JULIEN DUBUQUE REACHES MILESTONE MUCH SOONER THAN EXPECTED, CELEBRATES 100,000TH RESERVATION

January 2, 2013 — DUBUQUE, Iowa (January 2, 2013) ? Hotel Julien Dubuque in downtown Dubuque, Iowa reached a significant milestone sooner than expected, welcoming its 100,000th reservation Sunday, December 23, 2012. This is no small feat when you consider this historic independent hotel has a total of 133 guest rooms and suites and has been counting only since 2009 when a $34 million restoration of the hotel was completed.

Cabela's King Kat Tournament Results For the Mississippi River at the City of Dubuque, Iowa

September 11, 2012 — This past Saturday September 8th, the Cabela?s King Kat Tournament Trail hit the waters of the Mississippi River at the City of Dubuque, Iowa. In the event over 70 top anglers from 6 different states were competing not only for cash and prizes, but the opportunity to qualify for the 2012 Cabela?s King Kat Classic. This year's Cabela?s King Kat Classic will be held on the Alabama River at Selma, Alabama September 27/28/29, 2012.

Roadtrips for Families, by Julie Henning

September 13, 2012 — National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium: "An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the Midwest has a hidden gem in the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Visiting the museum on a family vacation to Dubuque, Iowa, this is one for your road trip bucket list."

Enjoy America?s River at Summer of Paddling 2012 Event!

June 6, 2012 — Moline, Ill. ? As part of the Summer of Paddling 2012 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Corps of Engineers will hold a paddling excursion from 1-4 p.m. Thursday, June 7, at Sylvan Slough on the grounds of the Moline Rowing Club.

Yet another World Record falls as DockDogs warms up for the 2012 World Championships

As a warm-up in the host city for the 2012, 2013 & 2014 DockDogs World Championships, we knew that the stellar family of DockDogs competitors would bring their all to America?s River Fest in Dubuque, IA. As always they didn?t disappoint. With World Record holders, former World Record holders and many more of the best teams in the country in attendance, it was only a matter of time before something extraordinary went down. Year after year in Dubuque we see some of the best crowds any live sport could ever ask for, and they were on the edge of their seats all weekend long!

Iowa museums celebrate Governor?s Proclamation with Iowa Museum Week!

May 21, 2012 — On Thursday, June 7th Governor Terry Branstad will proclaim June 11-17, 2012 as Iowa Museum Week. During this week, Iowa?s museums will celebrate their unique and critical contributions to their community, county, and state. Iowa?s ninety-nine counties are home to hundreds of historical societies and specialized museums as well as to major regional collections in art, history, agricultural, botanical and living collections.

Cabela's King Kat Tournament Trail to hit the Mississippi River at the City of Dubuque, Iowa

August 16, 2012 — The Cabela's King Kat Tournament Trail will hit the waters of the Mississippi River at the city of Dubuque, Iowa for a local qualifying event September 8, 2012. This is the opportunity for local catfish anglers to compete for cash, prizes and a chance to advance to the Cabela?s King Kat Classic. This year's Cabela's King Kat Classic will be held on the Alabama River at Selma, Alabama September 27/28/29, 2012. Be sure to check out our new website at: www.kingkatusa.com. It's a new site with new and exciting information on our events along with special information for catfish anglers everywhere.

MISSISSIPPI RIVER IN DUBUQUE, IOWA IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS

August 9, 2012 — The Mississippi River is open for business. That is what two local excursion boats want you to know when making plans to cruise the mighty river.

Coming up this Weekend The Cabela's King Kat Tournament Trail to hit the Mississippi River at the City of Dubuque, Iowa

September 4, 2012 — Coming up this weekend the Cabela's King Kat Tournament Trail will hit the waters of the Mississippi River at the city of Dubuque, Iowa for a local qualifying event September 8, 2012.

DockDogs Competition to Host World Championships in Dubuque

March 14, 2012 — The Dubuque Regional Sports Commission and Convention & Visitors Bureau is excited to announce that DockDogs will be hosting the World Championships at Five Flags Center in Dubuque on November 15-18, 2012. In addition to hosting the 2012 World Championships, Dubuque will be home to the 2013 and 2014 DockDogs World Championships as well.

Dock Dogs on YouTube!

March 19, 2012 — Check out the DockDogs World Championship and the road to Worlds video.

America's River Corporation announces details of the 2012 America's River Festival

March 13, 2012 — America?s River Corporation is excited to announce this year?s entertainment for America?s River Festival, held in the Port of Dubuque June 8-10, 2012. Party in the Port Saturday, June 9th as American Trust & Savings Bank presents legendary rock band REO Speedwagon. With iconic hit singles like ?Can?t Fight This Feeling Anymore,? ?Take It On The Run,? & ?Riding The Storm Out?, REO Speedwagon will have you movin? and groovin? to the music. Saturday night?s opening act received such rave reviews in 2011, that they are back for more! Starship featuring Mickey Thomas will once again perform hits like ?We Built This City? & ?Nothing?s Gonna Stop Us Now.?

TORQUEFEST COMING TO DUBUQUE 2013

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HOSPITALITY AWARD WINNER: LORI BAHL

May 10, 2012 — Lori Bahl, Director of Group Sales at the Diamond Jo Casino, is dedicated to the travel industry. That passion for the industry does not stop at the casino doors.

Tourism County of the Year

October 22, 2009 — Dubuque County is Awarded Iowa Tourism County of the Year at the Iowa Tourism Conference

The Dubuque Area Named Winner of Six Tourism Awards

October 21, 2010 — The Dubuque Area received six awards today at the Iowa Tourism Conference.

Dubuque Increases Tourism Impact to State of Iowa & Receives Awards

October 20, 2011 — Art Market Dubuque received the Niche Marketing Award at the Iowa Tourism Conference.

Festival of the Year

October 22, 2009 — America's River Festival Named Festival of the Year at the Tri-State Tourism Conference

RAGBRAI 2010

January 30, 2010 — Dubuque Selected for RAGBRAI 2010 Route

Hospitality in Tourism Award

October 22, 2009 — Dubuque CVB Receives Award for CSI:Dubuque at the Tri-State Tourism Conference

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