2022 is a fun and special year for Jefferson - it's our Sesquicentennial! That means Jefferson has officially existed for 150 years!
FUN
We do our best to bring in past favorites as well as new vendors to try!
FOOD
BTF is the perfect weekend to spend time as a family! There is plenty to do with all the food and games and activities.
FAMILY
There are shows, games, and activities all day long!
FESTIVITIES
Events like Trivia, Bags Tournament, and sport tournaments will be happening throughout the weekend. Follow us to get more updates!
all weekend long
Dirt Road Divide opened last year's Bell Tower Festival on Friday night, and they are back for more! Look forward to seeing them again.
Saturday 9pm
Jessica McClintock was part of
BTF in 2019 and will be joining
us for BTF 2022! We can't wait to hear her again.
Saturday 5PM
Ding Dong Dash is back with options for 5k, 10k, and 1 mile fun run (or walk) early on Saturday. Get the crew to join you and run for fun!
Saturday 8am
The annual Bell Tower Festival parade will be coming down Chestnut St and through the square for all to enjoy!
Saturday 11am
Our headliner for BTF 2022 is Brad Morgan! Born and raised in Iowa, Brad now lives out his dreams as a Country singer in Nashville, TN.
Friday 8Pm
The Greene County Community Center is once again hosting the
3-on-3 basketball tournament. Get your team together and play to win!
saturday 1pm
2B Unplugged will open up our weekend with some great music.
2 Bushmen will put on an acoustic set to set the mood for the evening.
Thursday 8PM
This dinner includes delicious food, a good show, and fun games, all while raising money to support future Bell Tower Festivals!
Thursday 5pm-8pm
Schedule of Events
download the schedule
pre-order merch
Tan tee featuring 1872 (the year Jefferson was founded!) as well as Jefferson Iowa. Great shirt with some history!
$20
Dark t-shirt featuring Jefferson Iowa and bell icon. A great simple tee that's good for year-round wearing and layering!
$20
Sturdy pint glass featuring our 150th Anniversary logo in a resilient (and dish washer safe!) vinyl. It's a great collectable!
$15
This year's Bell Tower T-shirt featuring the 150th Anniversary logo - show off your Jefferson pride in this blue tee!
$20
MERCH
Fun run registration
Ding Dong Dash has options for a 5k, 10k, and mile run/walk! Grab a friend or two, bring your dog if you want, and get moving on Saturday morning to kick off a day of fun at BTF 2022!
saturday 8am
3-on-3 REGISTRATION
The Greene County Community Center is hosting the 3-on-3 basketball tournament once again! Get your team together and registered to be on the bracket.
saturday 1pm
parade registration
The annual parade is back again with 5 judging categories to compete in: Commercial, Non-Commercial, BTF Thematic, Rotary Club Thematic, and Best Float. Online registration only!
Saturday 11am
GOLF REGISTRATION
The Greene County Medical Center is hosting a golf tournament on Friday June 10th with shotgun start at 9 am!
Get your team together and ready to play some golf!
friday 9am
pickleball registration
A new sport tournament this year: pickleball! 16 teams of 2 people all playing for the chance to win cash prizes and bragging rights! Limited spots available, so register now!
Saturday 8am
Trivia Registration
This year's BTF Trivia contest is hosted by a guest host! We will have general questions, as well as Jefferson History specific questions! Cash prize for 1st place.
Saturday 3pm
Bags Registration
Teams of two will be randomly placed in a double elimination bracket. First and second place receive a cash prize!
10-12 boards will be playing at once, so games will go quickly!
Friday 6pm
dinner registration
Grab your tickets to the BTF Downtown Dinner Party for this FUN event with great food, games, and prizes to win. All to raise money for future Bell Tower Festivals!
Thursday 5pm
EVENT REGISTRATION
Event cancelled
**Rib cook-off that is open for anyone to participate - beginners and experienced BBQers welcome!
Rules and details located in the registration link.** Cancelled**