Tourism Insider Meeting
Schedule:
Note: Some details are still being confirmed and are subject to change
REGISTER
Thursday, August 28, 2025 – Webster Theater, 610 2nd Street, Webster City, IA 50595
- 9:30 a.m. – Come in for coffee and networking.
- 10 a.m. – Host welcome and introductions
- 10:15 a.m. – Iowa Tourism Office Update
- 11 a.m. – Building transformations:
- Hear the stories of the Webster Theater, Webster City Community Theatre and former Elks Building, which have all undergone recent renovations (driven by non-profit organizations) to create new attractions and spaces for Webster City. Hear firsthand how these impactful projects were funded and completed by community members who love their town.
- 12 p.m. – Bus to lunch at the Webster City Links Golf Course (lunch provided)
- 1:00 p.m. – Art Walk Tour (a shuttle can be provided).
- Webster City is home to an incredible 38 pieces of sculpture art and murals throughout the city center, and we will be given a tour to learn more about the vision behind Art Walk and the talent and storytelling behind it.
- 2:00 p.m. – Return to Webster Theater for a short break (and movie theater popcorn!)
- 2:30 p.m. – Join local community betterment nonprofit LIFT WC for an exclusive tour of the recently completed $3 million renovation of the Historic Elks Building in downtown Webster City. This beautifully restored landmark will soon be home to Wildcat Distilling Co., offering handcrafted whiskey and spirits — all milled, tilled, and distilled right here in the Webster City area. Come see how this iconic building has been transformed into a new hub of local pride, craft, and entrepreneurship.
- 3:15 p.m. – Return to Webster Theater.
- 3:30 p.m. – Roundtable/open forum
- 4 p.m. – Wrap-up
Hotel information:
Rooms are available for attendees at a rate of $100 + tax at the newly remodeled AmericInn Webster City. To book a room, please call the hotel at 515-832-3999 and use code Webster City Chamber.
Ideas for your afternoon/evening:
- 4:00 p.m. - Wildcat Distilling Co. is open
- 5:30 p.m. - Webster City Market Nights – Season Finale! Join us in downtown Webster City for the final Market Night of the season, a 3-block open-air festival held every Thursday from 5:30–7:30 PM. With 75+ vendors, live music, and free, family-friendly entertainment, it’s a celebration of community you won’t want to miss! The town will be going all out with an Iowa vs. Iowa State Rivalry Night ahead of the big game! Don’t miss the dunk tank, proudly hosted by a group of passionate local neighbors who take this friendly feud very seriously.