White Pole Road

05/31/2026

Hit the White Pole Road Marathon Sale This Weekend!

Bargain hunters, treasure seekers, and garage sale enthusiasts—this is your weekend! The annual White Pole Road Marathon Sale is happening throughout the White Pole Road corridor, with dozens of sales stretching across Adair, Casey, Dexter, Menlo, and Stuart.
You'll find everything from antiques, collectibles, tools, furniture, home décor, toys, clothing, crafts, sporting goods, vintage treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds. Many sales feature multi-family offerings, estate sales, community sales, baked goods, and refreshments along the route.

🚗 Make a day (or weekend!) of it by traveling the scenic byway and stopping in each community. You never know what treasure you'll discover around the next corner!

📍 Communities participating:
• Adair
• Casey
• Dexter
• Menlo
• Stuart

🍦 While you're exploring, be sure to support local businesses, restaurants, ice cream shops, and attractions along the way.

📅 Marathon Sale Weekend
🛣️ White Pole Road Scenic Byway
💰 Deals, treasures, and fun waiting in every town!

Grab your friends, map out your route, and start shopping the White Pole Road Marathon Sale! Happy treasure hunting!

05/29/2026

The Dexter Museum is open Sundays 1-3:00.

05/28/2026

The White Pole Road Scenic Byway aims to attract new visitors and generate revenue for the five communities along the route. The 547 white poles that line the road are a signature of the byway, and painting them is a way to preserve and promote its historical and cultural significance. Over the years, the byway has branded and promoted its attractions, researched and shared stories about its cultural heritage, and hosted various events to build community. The byway has created a sense of place while reflecting on those who have traveled before us.

Please consider supporting the byway’s mission by donating generously at https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RMH8EQ27EL4TN. Thank you for your support!

05/28/2026

The White Pole Road Marathon Sale is Saturday, June 6.
Please supply us with your sale information by May 30th. This information will be used to make a sales flyer and will only be posted on Facebook. It will be posted on the White Pole Road page starting May 31st. Any submissions after May 30th won't be guaranteed to make it on the flyer.
**Please feel free to advertise your sale in one of the town newspapers too!**
Add your information for the flyer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfopTLr-neT6h-fcj63Eb9AGx2ZR2hUMwigojehO_5Tr-geYw/viewform?pli=1

05/22/2026

As listed we will have sign up available the same day 30min before each game starts! We will also be downtown Casey Friday night for the foam party from 6pm-730ish! Stop on by and grab yourself a square and a ticket!
Let's have a cluckin good time y'all!! 25% of each of the 3 games will be donated to the Casey Service Club Grant Committee!

05/22/2026

The Freedom Rocks sits just a few miles south of White Pole Road.

This is one of Iowa’s most meaningful Memorial Day weekend road trips.

The original Freedom Rock sits just outside Menlo, Iowa, and every May artist Ray “Bubba” Sorensen repaints the 12-foot boulder with a new tribute to veterans and heroes. It’s the only Freedom Rock that changes every year — and Memorial Day weekend is when the newest version is usually ready to see.

A few years ago, we made the trip and got to meet Bubba in person. He was answering questions, visiting with people, and even stepping out for photos. That’s part of what makes this stop feel different. It’s not just a roadside attraction. It’s a living tribute.

If you’re looking for a meaningful Iowa road trip this Memorial Day weekend, this one belongs on the list.

I’ll put the full story and details in the comments.

📍 Original Freedom Rock
Intersection of Highway 25 and 120th St
Menlo, Iowa

📷 Brian Abeling / Iowa Road Trip

05/20/2026

Are you ready??

The White Pole Road Marathon Sale is Saturday, June 6.
Please supply us with your sale information by May 30th. This information will be used to make a sales flyer and will only be posted on Facebook. It will be posted on the White Pole Road page starting May 31st. Any submissions after May 30th won't be guaranteed to make it on the flyer.
**Please feel free to advertise your sale in one of the town newspapers too!**

your information for the flyer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfopTLr-neT6h-fcj63Eb9AGx2ZR2hUMwigojehO_5Tr-geYw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

05/20/2026

What's happening along White Pole Road in June?

Planning an event in June along the White Pole Road Scenic Byway? We want to hear about it!

Share your upcoming events in the comments below 👇 for a chance to be featured in the Iowa Byways Newsletter which is sent to over 7,000 readers across the state!

Don’t forget, you can also post your event on the Travel Iowa website, where it will be seen by thousands more. These are great (and free!) opportunities to get the word out and boost attendance.
Take advantage of this added exposure and help us showcase all the great things happening along the byway this spring!

Questions? Feel free to reach out to us. We’re happy to help!