- TripBuzz found 22 things to do with kids in or near Mason City, Iowa, including 12 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Clear Lake and Forest City.
- From Active Kids Gymnastics to North Iowa Golf Center, the Mason City area offers 23 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Historic Homes, Bowling and Mini Golf.
- Located only and hour and a half from the bustling college town of Ames, Mason City, IA is an attraction all by itself with its number of events and community attractions. Architecture and history buffs will enjoy viewing the many buildings in Mason city that were built in the prairie style, 17 of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Active Kids Gymnastics is a gym and gymnastics school dedicated to providing gymnastics instruction to children of all ages and skill levels. Along with gymnastics lessons, Active Kids also features cheerleading and dance programs.
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North Iowa Golf Center is a golf facility that features a pro shop, multiple lighted driving ranges, a putting green and sand trap for practice, and a miniature golf course.
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In business since 1978, the Roller City Skating Rink is a skating center that offers open skating as well as reserved birthday parties and other events. The facility features a pro shop and snack bar.
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Mystic Lanes provides a modern, family friendly bowling center with 12 lanes of bumpers, pool tables, new glow lanes, glow capping and LED lighted capping, glow tables and cosmic lighting. Their menu includes finger food, sandwiches, pizza, and beverages.
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Architecture takes center stage at the Stockman House Museum in Mason City, Iowa. The building was designed by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and its exhibits focus on Wright's work and his influence upon the Craftsman movement in architecture and furniture design.
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Mason City, Iowa was the inspiration for 'River City,' the setting of the musical 'The Music Man.' Open from Tuesday through Saturday, Music Man Square is a museum and commemorative institution dedicated to its fictional counterpart. It is a terrific attraction for tourists who enjoy musicals and musical films.
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Lime Creek Nature Center is a lovely holiday spot for nature lovers. There are facilities for trails, animal and bird-watching. Kids will enjoy their time here. The place is run by the county and is open almost everyday.
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Mason City Convention & Visitors Bureau, Mason City, IA 50401
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Fans of classic musical theatre always enjoy visiting the Meredith Wilson Boyhood Home in Mason City, Iowa. This residence-turned-museum features permanent exhibits and an evolving series of live musical and dramatic performances.
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Mason City Community Theatre hosts a variety of dramatic productions produced, performed, staged, and often written by members of the local community. The theater also hosts an independent film series.
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A nonprofit theater sponsored by the Bertha Stebens Foundation, the Stebens Chidren's Theatre offers a variety of classes in drama and stagecraft for children of all ages. The theater also stages a variety of productions throughout the year.