Geode Family Fest

04/01/2026

🔬 GEOLOGY UPDATE – Keokuk Area 🔬

Collectors around Keokuk are reporting a rare shift in geode mineral composition this spring.

Instead of the usual quartz and calcite, several recently opened geodes have revealed layered mineral zoning in reverse order—with calcite forming after quartz growth.

Even more unusual: a few specimens show mixed crystal habits that typically don’t occur together in the same cavity.

Local experts believe recent flooding along the Mississippi River may have exposed a previously untouched layer of the Warsaw Formation.

If confirmed, this could represent one of the most unusual mineral variations ever documented in Keokuk geodes 👀

If you’ve cracked any geodes recently… now might be a good time to take a closer look 💎

HAPPY APRIL FOOL's DAY!!!

03/17/2026

It's time to plan your trip to Keokuk. Whether it be Geodes, Iowa's only National Cemetery, the George M. Verity, the Keokuk-Hamilton Dam Museum or the Grand Avenue driving tour, you're always welcome in Keokuk.

02/13/2026

Thinking GEODES....Let's Rock!!⚒️⛏️⚒️⚒️

11/03/2025

During the month of November, the Keokuk Public Library has a fabulous display of diamond dew drop geodes courtesy of Scott Miller, Keokuk, Iowa. If you get a chance, come to 210 N. 5th St to check them out!

09/29/2025

It's the end of another year of meeting new rockhounds and reuniting with our geode family & friends. The Keokuk Area Convention & Tourism Bureau Foundation Board of Directors & Kirk Brandenberger , Executive Director thank you all for coming & supporting this event. Spending your time & money in our area is an encouraging boost to our businesses & their employees. Next year's dates are September 25, 26 & 27, 2026. Spread the word. We hope to see you again!

09/29/2025

Geode Family Fest's Sunday (09.28.25) adult & youth contest winner pics! All of the contestants are rock stars!

09/29/2025

Here's our Saturday (09.27.25) Geode Family Fest adult & youth contest winner pics! A fun (& competitive!) time.

09/28/2025

Some lost a red hard plastic tote of geodes at the church exit. About 100 pounds.

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09/27/2025

Come & shop! Vendor spots are full this year!

09/27/2025

Meet Callie, one of 25 vendors here at Geode Family Fest. Come on in & see what they have for sale! They'll be here until 5pm or so tonight & until 1pm or so tomorrow.

09/27/2025

The 2025 Geode Fest is off to a great start! Here are Friday night's winners!

09/26/2025

Here's this weekend's schedule. Check it out!