The Gowrie Independence Day Celebration is one of the longest running patriotic events in the State of Iowa and at the centerpiece of this pride is American Legion Peterson Post #431.

The Legion along with the support of many local businesses and organizations help make the whole celebration a great success! They also assemble the signature parade entry that provides an unforgettable patriotic experience. Six floats carry over 270 American flags. Each flag is labeled with the name of a deceased veteran buried at the Gowrie Township Cemetery or is a past member of Peterson Post 431.

Schedule Of Events:

1:00 - 8:00 pm - Swimming Pool Open Regular Hours
5:00 pm - American Legion Peterson Post #431 Pork Loin Dinner
7:00 pm - American Legion BINGO City Park Shelter House in City Park

Get tickets for the annual American Legion Post #431 Raffle Drawing
Proceeds to the Southwest Webster Ambulance

Evening Carnival in City Park Sponsored by American Legion Peterson Post #431