Music scene · Oskaloosa

Oskaloosa is a central Iowa county seat and college town home to William Penn University. Music activity mixes student ensembles, marching bands, church choirs, and local acoustic acts at downtown cafes and festivals. Many students and faculty travel to Des Moines for larger performances.

Performances happen at the university auditorium, church fellowship halls, the high school auditorium, downtown restaurants and cafes, and the county fairgrounds. The town square hosts summer concerts. For major venues, musicians drive to Des Moines.

Oskaloosa draws primarily local and regional acts, with musicians from the Des Moines scene stopping by on occasion.

Get involved with the university music department or local school band programs. Play downtown during festivals and farmers market days. For professional growth, attend open mics and shows in Des Moines while building a local name in Oskaloosa.