Solon • Iowa — July 17–18, 2026
The best small town festival in the Midwest

Beef
Days ’26

DatesJul 17 – 18, 2026
LocationSolon, Iowa
AdmissionFree Entry
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About the Festival

Two days.
One town.
A whole lotta beef.

For five decades, the second weekend of July has meant one thing in Solon. Main Street closes down, the bandstand lights up, and the whole town turns out for a parade, a fun run, bag and archery tournaments, food, beer, and music all weekend.

Sponsored by the businesses and neighbors of Solon, run by volunteers. Every ticket, raffle, and beer tent pour funds scholarships, parks, and the organizations that keep Solon strong all year.

— The Beef Days Committee
On the Bandstand — 2026 Lineup

Music
all weekend.

Friday, July 17
Saturday, July 18