Activities, Food, Forms

Tyler Folkerts

Sponsored By: JBS of Marshalltown & Story County Pork Producers

2024 Zearing Days Activities:
*Entry Forms at bottom of page - download PDF

Fireworks Extravaganza - Friday Night (at Dusk)
Fundraising for fireworks is going on now! The Zearing Days Committee is collecting cans to fund the 2024 fireworks show. Please drop off your cans at the Zearing can cage on South Center Street. Fireworks show performed by Iowa Fireworks Farm. Thank you!

Free Music in the Park - Friday 7/26 (6:30-9:30pm)
Live Music in the park featuring "Tyler Folkerts". Tyler is a one of a kind musical act bringing all your favorite covers and some originals. Come out and enjoy some great food court BBQ, Live Music and fireworks at dusk.
Kids Carnival - Friday Night (6:30-8:30pm)
The kids are going to have a great time here! $5.00 per child. All ages are welcome. Games of Chance, Balloon Twister (Toby), Face Painter (JoyFul Colorz), Kid Tattoos, Music, Treats, Prizes. Try your luck at the carnival style games. Win tickets to redeem for some great prizes! Play all night for one entry fee! (Sponsored By: Zearing Public Library)
5K Road Race & Fitness Walk - Saturday (7:30am)
5K Run / Walk sponsored by Zearing Days Celebration. Top 3 runners in 3 divisions will receive medals. Enjoy the lake loop and hills of Zearing on Saturday morning! Pre-register or sign up on site starting at 6:30am. Start and Finish location will be at Zearing Christian Church on West Main. All participants will receive a 2024 5K water bottle. Water & Sports drinks provided. More Information & Registration Form below.
Bags Tournament - Saturday 1:00pm (12noon Sign In)
Team up and sign up for the 2024 Bags Tourney. 2 person teams,
Double elimination brackets. Payout to 4 places. $20 per team.
Registration Form & Rules Below.
BBQ Competition - Saturday 8:00am, Awards at 5:30pm
2024 Zearing Days BBQ Battle. BBQ Teams cook-off in 3 meat categories. (Chicken, Pork Ribs & Pork Loin/Butt) Over $1000 in cash prizes & trophy's.
People Choice "Anything Pork" Category is also a crowd favorite. Sample and vote for the best. 1:00-3:00pm for $5.00. YUM!!
(Sign up your team today)
9th Annual Slow Pitch Coed Softball Tourney - Saturday
(All Day) at Veterans Ball Field
Trophies to the TOP 3 teams! Bragging rights are on the line. Teams must register in advance. First 8 paid teams will be bracketed for the tourney. See rules and registration for more details! Sign up today!
Live Music in the Park - Saturday, 8pm-12midnight,
Route 66 Band will be performing! Classic Rock & Country. Come out and support Zearing Days and enjoy some great music! This will be a BYOB event. Food vendors on-site.
Inflatable Games in the Park - Saturday (12-6pm)
2024 Inflatable Games sponsored by "Zearing Days Celebration Committee"
$15 Wristbands, good for all day or single tickets available.
(Rock Wall, Combat Laser Tag, Mega Obstacle Course, Bungee Basketball, 18' Slide, Tropical Slip-n-Slide, Bounce House, Double Axe Throw)
Civil War Reenactment - Saturday (9am-3pm) **NEW EVENT**
Army of the Southwest will be set up for Zearing Days. Check out the east end park. Civil War camp including displays, interactions, musket drill demo, cannon demo and more. Must see! Sponsored by Zearing Heritage Board
Kids Contests - Saturday (2-4pm) Main Park.
Get ready kids! A mix of great contests to challenge you & your friends.
Bottle Flip, Hula Hoop, Nickle Scramble and more. Prizes to top finishers!
4th Annual Roll-In the Park - Saturday - East End of Park
Show off your classic car, hotrod, truck, tractor or bike. Registration is free. Prizes for top 3 of show & Fire Chiefs Choice & Top Tractor. Join the parade at 10:30 or just roll-in the park and enjoy. 50/50 Cash Raffle for participants! Look for the JEEP Balancer & Hot Wheels Track!  (Event Flyer-below)
Zearing Days Cash Raffle - $1000 Give-A-Way!
Zearing Days Committee is sponsoring a cash raffle. Only 200 tickets will be sold for $10 each. 3 chances to Win. Prizes: $500, $250, $250
Drawing to be held at 6:30pm on Saturday, July 27th.
Need not be present to win. Tickets can be purchased at Zearing City Hall, Security State Bank or contact a Zearing Days Committee member.
Vendors in the Park - Saturday, NW Corner of Park
(Crafts, Home Products, Antiques, Art and More)
Vendors must register to participate. No cost to vendors.
Call: 515-290-3478 or email info@zearingdays.com
See attached registration form for details.
Antique Tractor Pulls
Come out on Sunday and enjoy some tractor pull action!
Antique tractors pulling the dirt track for the win. Food vendors available.
Pulling will start at 12:00 noon. Fun for the family! No admission fee.
Track Location: Just south of Veterans Memorial Ballfield

Festival Foods - Church Sponsored Meals

Breakfast Saturday, Sponsored by: Zearing Christian Church (7am to 9am) at church. Menu: Egg Casserole, Sausage Gravy and Biscuit, Cinnamon Roll, Fruit, Coffee, Juice, Milk
Lunch Saturday, Sponsored by: St. Gabriel Church (11:30am to 1pm) Dakins Center. Menu: Ham & Turkey Sandwiches, Potato Salad, Chips, Beans, Dessert, Drink.
Lunch Sunday, Sponsored by: Cornerstone Church (11am to 1pm) Dakins Center. Menu: Hot Beef Sundae, Dessert, Drink

2024 Zearing Days Food Vendors - At Park Food Court

The Meat Wagon
Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Brisket, Nachos, Beef Smoked Sausages
Smoked SPAM Sliders, Meal Deals & Side Dishes.
E's Eats
Flatbread Pizza, Nachos, Tacos
Chicken, Pork and Beef Sandwiches
Fried Pickles, Cotton Candy
Comal Kaxi
Tacos, Burritos, Quesadillas, Tortas, Gorditas, Tamales & Drinks
Cook's Snack Shack - **NEW VENDOR
Sloppy Philly, Walking Taco, Super Nachos, Hot Dogs, Walking Pies, Smoothies, Ice Cream Floats
Lucky Wife Wine Slushies - **NEW VENDOR
Flavored Wine Slushie drinks - Must try!
King Snowee - Flavored Ice
Pick your favorite iced snowee flavor on a hot day. Serving popcorn & Other Goodies Too!
Sky Kone - Ice Cream Treats
Soft Serve Ice Cream & Floats. Look for the BIG Kone in the park!
Black Sheep Coffee Truck **NEW VENDOR (Saturday Only 8am-3pm)
Expresso, Chai, Latte, Cold Brew, Lemonade, Smoothies & More
Ballfield Concession Stand
Cold Drinks, Treats, Hotdogs, Popcorn, Ballfield Classics!

2024 Printable Registration Forms & Rules:
Call 515-290-3478 if you have trouble downloading the forms. Or email: info@zearingdays.com

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2024 Zearing Days Activities: *Entry Forms at bottom of page - download PDF

Festival Foods - Church Sponsored Meals

2024 Zearing Days Food Vendors - At Park Food Court

2024 Printable Registration Forms﻿ & Rules: Call 515-290-3478 if you have trouble downloading the forms. Or email: info@zearingdays.com

2024 Zearing Days Activities:
*Entry Forms at bottom of page - download PDF

2024 Printable Registration Forms & Rules:
Call 515-290-3478 if you have trouble downloading the forms. Or email: info@zearingdays.com