Fairfield Iowa Convention & Visitors Bureau

Live Entertainment Venues

There's something about Fairfield where metropolitan-quality culture meets a small community's approach to life. A brimming calendar of events features a wide range of music, dance and art events at both large and small, indoor and outdoor venues.

Fairfield Arts and Convention Center
Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts

641-472-2000
641-472-2787 - Tickets

Named for renowned musical theater composer -lyricist Stephen Sondheim, the Sondheim Center is bursting with performing arts events. Enjoy the Way off Broadway Series, one of three professional theatre companies in Iowa, as well as performances by Iowa organizations and touring musical acts. The Fairfield Arts & Convention Center is a full service event facility in the heart of downtown. The Center is located on one square block, just north of Central Park. For a current listing of events; go to www.fairfieldacc.com.

This intimate coffee shop has made a name for itself with world-class espresso, in addition to hosting the best of local and international talent. It is the perfect environment for listening to music from all over the globe. Check their website for a schedule of events.

Beyond a steep flight of stairs lies a set of rooms equipped for salsa classes, political gatherings, yoga classes, and performing artists. The studio acts as meeting grounds where you can come to show off your creative abilities or enjoy the talents of others. They are open for every 1st Fridays Art Walk, displaying local and out of town artists. Come and shine at Morning Star Studios.

Revelations is an intimate venue, where you can experience some good live entertainment or spend hours grazing their extensive book collection. They showcase anything from poetry readings to blue grass folk sounds, to interesting lectures. The atmosphere has a cozy feel, combining bookstore, pizzeria, and coffeehouse. Sip on a soothing steamer and enjoy the refuge of your favorite authors, while listening to the sounds of local musicians.

Live on the Square: Summer Concert Series

If you enjoy sitting outside on a beautiful summers evening, on the quaint square in Fairfield Iowa, then come join us for a seasonal concert series. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and dancing shoes. The range of entertainment is broad; from Irish folk dancing to Latin salsa and everything in between. The concerts begin in June and run until September.

2010 Concert Schedule:

• June 25: Vocal Point
• July 24: One Nite Stand Band
• August 14: Rodeo Down
• September 19: Jefferson County Green Band