About UsQuality of Life
A strong sense of community pride helps to make this award winning community an exciting and dynamic area to live, work and play. It is rich in history and beauty which can be seen in the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier. This Catholic Church has gothic architecture that will take your breath away and is only one of 52 in the United States. Dyersville is proud to be the home of the Academy Award nominated film "Field of Dreams". Dyersville is also known as the "Farm Toy Capital of the World" for its 3 toy companies: RC2 (formerly Racing Champions Ertl), Scale Models and SpecCast. If you have never been to the National Farm Toy Show, the "granddaddy of 'em all," we have something for you to experience!
If outdoor recreation is your thing, we have something to offer everyone all year round with snow skiing, snow boarding, water skiing, swimming, bike riding, hiking, walking, golf, tennis, skateboarding, baseball, softball, soccer and the list goes on.
A variety of cultural, recreational, educational facilities, events, entertainment and attractions make Dyersville unique and one of the busiest and most fun-filled small communities around. Come and see for yourself!
For more information on places in our community, select an area of interest from below.
- Community Services
- Fitness/Recreation
- Golf
- Parks
- Places of Worship
- Farm Toy Stores
- Attractions and Other Points of Interest
- Attractions in Nearby Cities
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
Iowa Shines Community
Iowa Tourism Community of the Year
Iowa Tourism Event of the Year
Hospitality Community of the Year
Midwest Living's 100 Best Small-Town Getaways
Iowa's Farmers' Market Improvement Competition Award
All American City Finalist