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Codfish Hollow Barnstormers Tickets
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- Maquoketa, IA
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About Codfish Hollow Barnstormers
Welcome to Codfish Hollow Barnstormers, a one-of-a-kind rustic concert venue in Maquoketa, Iowa. Known for its intimate, standing-room-focused atmosphere and limited pew seating along the sides, this single-hall barn hosts a range of acts from indie to roots and beyond. With a capacity around 550 (rumored up to 650 at full stretch), the Barnstormers offer a homegrown concert experience that feels like a memorable night with friends—just with better acoustics and a lot more energy.
Whether you’re here for a legendary show from days past or a current lineup that includes contemporary favorites, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats with ease.
Plan ahead for parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to make your Codfish Hollow experience smooth from start to finish. Our recommendations emphasize convenient nearby hotels and restaurants, with affiliate partner links to help you find trusted stays and eats near the barn. Remember: this venue emphasizes a relaxed, no-frills concert vibe—perfect for a night of live music under the Iowa sky.
Note: All seating is generally general admission. Inside, you’ll find limited pew seating along the sides; outside, hillside seating provides natural viewing spots. There is no balcony, and there is no formal seating chart. A hayride shuttle runs from the free parking area in the pasture to the barn, adding a classic touch to the arrival experience. For multi-day events, each date is treated independently.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: about 550 people (rumored up to ~650 at full stretch).
- Address: Barn: 5013 288th Ave., Maquoketa, IA 52060; Mailing: 3437 288th Ave., Maquoketa, IA 52060.
- Venue type: rustic, single-hall barn with standing-room emphasis and limited pew seating along the sides; no balcony.
- Seating/chart: generally general-admission; limited church pews inside; hillside outside for seating; no formal seating chart.
- Parking: free parking in a cow pasture; hayride shuttle from parking to the barn; no reserved parking.
- Transit: no public transit or rideshare in the area; carpool or driving recommended.
- Nearby hotels: The Decker House Hotel; AmericInn by Windham; EconoLodge in Maquoketa; Whispering Meadows Resort nearby.
- Notable events: hosted acts like John C. Reilly, Counting Crows, Norah Jones; Daytrotter’s Barnstormer era; recent performers include Jayhawks, Yonder Mountain String Band, Here Come the Mummies; annual Halloween Codfish Holloween festival.