The 2026 Mason City Travel Guide Has Arrived!
We’re excited to announce the official launch of the 2026 Mason City Travel Guide - your go-to resource for planning an unforgettable visit to Mason City, Iowa.
This year’s cover showcases the stunning, illuminated Harmony in Light art installation located in the award-winning Mason City Riverwalk District - capturing the vibrant energy, creativity, and beauty that define our community.
Inside the guide, you’ll find inspiration for things to do, places to stay, food & drink, family fun, events and entertainment, and so much more—all thoughtfully curated to help you experience the very best of Mason City. Whether you’re drawn by iconic architecture, outdoor adventure, live music, local flavors, or small-town charm, this publication puts everything you need in one easy-to-use place.
This publication would not be possible without the generous support of our advertising partners: Country Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn & Suites, Spring Lake Townhomes & Suites, Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel, Fat Hill Brewing, Three Bells Books, Moorman Clothiers, and Mason City Municipal Airport. Their investment helps us share Mason City’s story with visitors from around the world.
The Mason City Travel Guide is used to fulfill visitor requests from all around the globe. Throughout the year ahead, guides will be distributed to:
- Visitors to the Mason City Welcome Center
- Visitor requests generated through our annual media placements, including Midwest Living, Our Iowa, The Iowan, Minneapolis Star Tribune, Omaha World-Herald, Kansas City Star, Minnesota Monthly, Missouri Life, Nebraska Life, South Dakota Magazine, the Iowa Travel Guide, and more
- Welcome bags for meetings, reunions, sporting events, and motorcoach tours
- High-traffic tourism locations throughout Mason City & Clear Lake—including lodging, attractions, campgrounds, dining, retail, and more
- Welcome Centers statewide
The 2026 Mason City Travel Guide is also available in digital format—making it easy to start planning anytime, anywhere.
Ready to explore? Request a Travel Guide and start planning your perfect visit.
Want to invite friends or family to visit? Submit a request on their behalf, and we’ll mail it directly to them—an easy way to share Mason City and show a little hometown pride.
Start planning your trip today with the Official Mason City Travel Guide and discover why Mason City is truly Unheard Of.
