City of Fort Dodge, Iowa

City of Fort Dodge Government

5 hours ago

Leaf it to us to say... don't let your leaves take over the street!

As those colorful fall leaves start to flutter down, here are some do's and don'ts for leaf season in Fort Dodge:

DO mulch or compost your leaves - your yard (and the planet!) will thank you.
DO bag them up for yard waste collection or take them to the compost site.
DON'T rake or blow leaves into the street - it clogs storm drains and causes flooding. Nobody wants a soggy surprise!

And of course... DO jump in a pile or two first. Because fall fun is mandatory!

Got a great leaf pile photo? Share it in the comments - we'd love to see how you're making the most of fall in Fort Dodge! Leaf it to us to say... don't let your leaves take over the street!

As those colorful fall leaves start to flutter down, here are some do's and don'ts for leaf season in Fort Dodge:

DO mulch or compost your leaves - your yard (and the planet!) will thank you.
DO bag them up for yard waste collection or take them to the compost site.
DON'T rake or blow leaves into the street - it clogs storm drains and causes flooding. Nobody wants a soggy surprise!

And of course... DO jump in a pile or two first. Because fall fun is mandatory!

Got a great leaf pile photo? Share it in the comments - we'd love to see how you're making the most of fall in Fort Dodge! ... See moreSee less

City of Fort Dodge Government

7 hours ago

Calling all little ghosts, superheroes, and pumpkins!

If your kids are looking for more chances to show off those awesome costumes (and maybe score a little extra candy ), we want to help spread the word!

Share your community events below - Trunk-or-Treats, fall festivals, spooky storytimes, hayrides, or any other family fun happening around Fort Dodge!

These events don't have to be on Halloween - it's always a good time to get more use out of that costume. ‍ ‍ ‍

Trick-or-Treat Night in Fort Dodge is Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
(This isn't a City-sponsored event - the time is shared as a courtesy so everyone can plan their evening.)

Let's make this spooky season full of smiles, treats, and community fun! Calling all little ghosts, superheroes, and pumpkins!

If your kids are looking for more chances to show off those awesome costumes (and maybe score a little extra candy ), we want to help spread the word!

Share your community events below - Trunk-or-Treats, fall festivals, spooky storytimes, hayrides, or any other family fun happening around Fort Dodge!

These events don't have to be on Halloween - it's always a good time to get more use out of that costume. ‍ ‍ ‍

Trick-or-Treat Night in Fort Dodge is Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
(This isn't a City-sponsored event - the time is shared as a courtesy so everyone can plan their evening.)

Let's make this spooky season full of smiles, treats, and community fun! ... See moreSee less

City of Fort Dodge Government

1 day ago

Whether you call it Beggars' Night, Trick-or-Treating, or just "a great excuse to eat too much candy," it's almost time!

Friday, October 31, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Grab your costumes, practice your best "boo!" (or "trick or treat!"), and hit the streets for some sweet fun.

This isn't a City-sponsored event - we're just sharing the time as a courtesy so everyone can plan their candy distribution strategy accordingly.

Pro tip: If your porch light's off, you're safe from tiny princesses, superheroes, and sugar-high zombies... probably.

Happy haunting, Fort Dodge! Whether you call it Beggars' Night, Trick-or-Treating, or just "a great excuse to eat too much candy," it's almost time!

Friday, October 31, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Grab your costumes, practice your best "boo!" (or "trick or treat!"), and hit the streets for some sweet fun.

This isn't a City-sponsored event - we're just sharing the time as a courtesy so everyone can plan their candy distribution strategy accordingly.

Pro tip: If your porch light's off, you're safe from tiny princesses, superheroes, and sugar-high zombies... probably.

Happy haunting, Fort Dodge! ... See moreSee less

City of Fort Dodge Government

4 days ago

2nd St NW from 1st Ave NW to Amvets Dr will be closed to through traffic during regular working hours. It will be reduced to a single lane outside of these hours. This closure is expected to last until Friday, October 24, 2025, weather permitting. ... See moreSee less

City of Fort Dodge Government

6 days ago

Homecoming Parade – Friday, October 17, 2025!

The Fort Dodge Senior High Homecoming Parade kicks off at 3:00 pm, starting at Central & 12th and heading down Central Ave to City Square! Central Ave (15th - City Square) closes at 2:30 pm - please move vehicles from the route.

Free parking in City lots 2 - 5 pm + no 2-hour limit during that time.

Spectators: find a spot west of 12th St. down to City Square and enjoy the fun!

FULL PRESS RELEASE:
On Friday, October 17, 2025, Fort Dodge Senior High School will be holding its annual homecoming parade down Central Avenue. The parade will begin at approximately 3:00 pm at Central and 12th Street and proceed down Central Avenue to the City Square. Central Avenue, from 15th Street to City Square, including all intersections, will be closed to traffic at 2:30 pm. We respectfully request that vehicles parked along the parade route and staging area be moved to a side street. Parking in City lots will be free from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm for the convenience of parade attendees. Additionally, two-hour on-street parking will not be enforced during this time.

Parade participants will line up along Central Avenue between 12th Street and 15th Street and will join the parade as directed by the organizers.

Spectators should sit west of 12th Street, along Central Avenue, down to City Square (5th Street). Homecoming Parade – Friday, October 17, 2025!

The Fort Dodge Senior High Homecoming Parade kicks off at 3:00 pm, starting at Central & 12th and heading down Central Ave to City Square! Central Ave (15th - City Square) closes at 2:30 pm - please move vehicles from the route.

Free parking in City lots 2 - 5 pm + no 2-hour limit during that time.

Spectators: find a spot west of 12th St. down to City Square and enjoy the fun!

FULL PRESS RELEASE:
On Friday, October 17, 2025, Fort Dodge Senior High School will be holding its annual homecoming parade down Central Avenue. The parade will begin at approximately 3:00 pm at Central and 12th Street and proceed down Central Avenue to the City Square. Central Avenue, from 15th Street to City Square, including all intersections, will be closed to traffic at 2:30 pm. We respectfully request that vehicles parked along the parade route and staging area be moved to a side street. Parking in City lots will be free from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm for the convenience of parade attendees. Additionally, two-hour on-street parking will not be enforced during this time.

Parade participants will line up along Central Avenue between 12th Street and 15th Street and will join the parade as directed by the organizers.

Spectators should sit west of 12th Street, along Central Avenue, down to City Square (5th Street). ... See moreSee less