Geode Family Fest

10/02/2026

Beautiful Friday morning Sunrise. 9/25/2026

09/24/2026

We're getting ready for you! Safe travels to the Geode Family Fest in Keokuk, Iowa!

09/23/2026

As of 09/23/2026 @ 9:45 a.m.........The weather forecast for Geode Family Fest has rain predicted for Saturday. Plan on getting wet and prepare accordingly! The hunts will be held as long as it's safe to do so.

Some basic items you may want to bring with you as you go on the hunts are sunscreen, insect repellent, snacks, bottled water, old tennis shoes, small shovel or trowel, pick or flat screwdriver or small crowbar, buckets (they also will be sold at headquarters).

Remember, you'll have to carry your items along with the geodes you collect back to your vehicle at the end of the hunt!

Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your vehicles. After your hunt, you can fuel up at one of 5 gas stations along Main Street in Keokuk, 2 on the Illinois route & 2 along the Missouri route.
Feel free to message with questions or ask them at the orientation on Thursday evening.

09/23/2026

During the Geode Family Fest (Sept. 25 - 27, 2026), most vendors, landowners and at registration accept cash only. There are several ATMs in Keokuk, Iowa for your use. Here's a list -

Pilot Grove Savings Bank
601 Main Street
200 Main Street
201 Boulevard Road
First Mid Rivers Bank
115 Boulevard Road
320 Concert Street
Connection Bank
2119 Main Street
104 North Park Drive
19 North 5th Street
Casey's General Store
326 Main Street
3530 Main Street
MOD Convenience Store
3345 Main Street

09/16/2026

The OFFICIAL Geode Family Fest T-Shirts have arrived. This 5-color shirt captures the spirit of America with its red, white & blue theme. The middle shirt shows the front and the outside shirts the back. Available at the Geode Family Fest September 25-27 in Keokuk, while supplies last.⚒️🎉⛏️🇱🇷🪏

09/11/2026

IS THIS YOUR BUCKET OF GEODES...?

09/01/2026

Added entertainment for GEODE FAMILY FEST attendees. Carnival, Nightly Entertainment. More fun. Hunt Geodes by day, party at night.

08/26/2026

While you're here for the Geode Family Fest (it's getting closer! 09/25/2026 - 09/27/2026), take in some of Keokuk's scenery, architecture and attractions. Spend an extra day or two here to recoup from the Fest before traveling home!

07/29/2026

Don't let these folks have all the fun. Geode Family Fest September 25-27, 2026, in Keokuk.

06/17/2026

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/geode-family-fest-2026-registration-1807961825489

Geode Family Fest, a fun weekend of guided geode hunts, being with other rock enthusiasts and shopping at the vendor area.