6/5/2026 - 6/6/2026 10/2/2026 - 10/3/2026 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central
Event Type(s)
Community Event Tourism Related Event
Event Description
Grab your buds for THE BEST small business, small-town shopping.
The Backroads and Byways Tour is a self-guided tour focused on mom-and-pop shops and small business owners in rural and small-town Iowa. From antiques and decor to garden and style there is something for everyone on this tour.
Located a short drive south of Des Moines, and with TWO days of small business shopping fun, come and make a weekend out of it!
The dates are:
-June 5th 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
-June 6th 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
NEW this year: Each shop you visit will sign your map to earn PRIZES!
Find us on Facebook/Instagram for detailed information about participating businesses and MORE!
Location
Mainly small businesses in Warren County with a few in neighboring counties as well.
Free to shop.
Self Guided Tour
Tour Maps can be found at Hotel Pommier a week before tour dates, or printed from our Facebook page.
Follow Backroads and Byways Tour on Facebook and Instagram for more details on participating businesses.
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