Looking for things to do during January in Iowa City?
Check out these events going on throughout the month in our collection of curious communities.
Find more things to do by visiting our events calendar or to submit your own event here. Sign up for our free events e-newsletter #ICtheWeekend.
Afternoon at the library
Afternoon at the library
Jan. 2, Noon-3 p.m.
Springmier Community Library
Tiffin
Spend a fun and cozy afternoon with us during break! Kids in grades K–5 are invited for a relaxed mix of activities, including hands-on crafting, outdoor play if the weather cooperates, and a warm hot cocoa snack. We’ll also enjoy a pizza lunch together before diving into the day’s adventures.
It’s the perfect way to shake off the end-of-break wiggles and enjoy time with friends at the library and give the adults at home time to enjoy a well-deserved reset!
Spots are limited, so register fast!
Soldier Salute
Soldier Salute
Jan. 3-4
Xtream Arena
Coralville
The Soldier Salute collegiate wrestling tournament returns for its fourth year Jan. 3-4, 2026, continuing the tradition of recognizing and honoring our former, current, and future service members.
The tournament is hosted by the Iowa City Area Sports Commission.
An action-packed weekend with wrestlers from the Minnesota Gophers and Iowa Hawkeyes. Navy, University of North Carolina, Wyoming and Bellarmine will all have their entire squad in attendance. Missouri, Iowa State, South Dakota State, UNI, Nebraska will all be represented as well.
Tango of a Showgirl
Candles & Classics: Tango of a Showgirl
Jan. 7, 6 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park
North Liberty
“Are You Ready For It?” Shake off the winter blues with the music of Taylor Swift and Piazzolla. The Orchestra Iowa String Quartet will be joined by vocalist, Lacie de Souza.
Classical masterpieces will meet rock and pop hits this winter inside Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park. The City of North Liberty has partnered with Orchestra Iowa to bring performances from their Candles & Classics concert series to Johnson County. Experience popular masters of the past and present performed by small ensembles in the glow of hundreds of candles.
Wilson’s Supper Club
Wilson’s Supper Club
Jan. 10 & Jan. 24
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm
Iowa City
Shake off the winter chill and join us in the barn for a little mid-January magic! Our upcoming Supper Clubs on January 10th and 24th are all about lean-back comfort and seriously good food. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite heavy-hitters (think decadent seafood, rich risotto, and perfectly grilled steak) to help you forget the Iowa frost for a few hours.
Every entree is a full-deal meal, starting you off with fresh rolls and local greens, and finishing, of course, with a big slice of Wilson’s pie. It’s the perfect excuse to get out of the house, grab a cider, and let us handle the cooking while you catch up with friends around the table.
Iowa Heartlanders hockey
Dash’s 5th Birthday | Iowa Heartlanders hockey vs. Toledo
Jan. 17, 6 p.m.
Xtream Arena
Coralville
Dash’s Birthday is the ULTIMATE BIRTHDAY BASH for our mascot Dash, and we need you to cheer your loudest and sing your best “Happy Birthday” to let Dash know he’s the best mascot in the ECHL!
Iowa Children’s Museum open on MLK Jr. Day
MLK Jr. Day
Jan. 19
Iowa Children’s Museum
Coralville
Spend your day off exploring, playing, and creating together. The Iowa Children’s Museum will be open on Monday, January 19, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, families can enjoy our hands-on exhibits, take part in a collaborative community donation effort (details coming soon!), and reflect on gratitude through a special Together Tree activity. We will also spotlight The Norms as we focus on kindness, care, and community throughout the day.
Kinky Boots
Kinky Boots at Hancher
Jan. 23-25
Hancher Auditorium
Iowa City
Everybody say “Yeah!” and let Kinky Boots lift your spirits to high-heeled heights! Winner of every Best Musical award, including the Tony, Grammy and London’s Olivier Award, Kinky Boots continues to captivate and entertain audiences around the world with a Tony-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, book by four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, and original direction and Tony-winning choreography by Jerry Mitchell.
Based on true events, Kinky Boots follows the journey of two people with nothing in common — or so they think. The unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized … and discover that you change the world when you change your mind.
For Those About to Yacht
For Those About to Yacht
Jan. 24, 7 p.m.
Wildwood
Iowa City
With a passion for the smooth grooves and mellow harmonies, For Those About to Yacht perform sun-drenched melodies of the late 70s and early 80s.
BrrrFest
BrrrFest 2026
Jan. 31 Noon-4 p.m.
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
Coralville
Celebrate the beers of winter and the brewers who make them! Sample and purchase craft beers showcased by breweries from across the Midwest. Proceeds benefit Coralville’s annual 4thFest celebration and the Iowa Brewer’s Guild.
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