The Iowa City Farmers Market is managed by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. It is an open-air market held in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp, Chauncey Swan Park, and on E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. The market runs from May through October. We strive to serve culturally and economically diverse populations by […]
Saturday Morning Movie Join us on July 27th at 9:30am for a Saturday Family Movie! We will be showing Inside Out! Coloring sheets will also be provided with the movie!
JOIN us for the 2024 Swisher Fun Days Parade on Saturday, July 27th, starting at 10 am. **Don’t forget to bring a bag to put your candy in** Learn how you can be a part of this awesome event! #sfd #swisherfundaysparade #theplacewecallhome ARRIVE EARLY!!! • Parade Lineup for parade participants begins at 9am, starting on […]
Herky on Parade Scavenger Hunt | Downtown Iowa CityJuly 1 – August 25 Join the hunt and find the Herky on Parade statues in Downtown Iowa City. Kids and families can use the poems and clues on the scavenger hunt card to find the statues around the downtown area. Pick up your card at the […]
Riverside’s Playmaker Project presents: “Beat the Heat!” this Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 16th. Over the past two weeks, a dozen 4-7th graders have written their very own two-person shows (all around a similar theme), hand those shows off to professional actors to perform, and will work with Riverside’s best to help bring together […]
Bring the family out for your Lantern Park Hy-Vee’s Family Fun Day! We will have fire trucks, a police car, a grill out, balloon artist and more! Fun for the entire family!
Join us for Olympic Weekend at Big Grove Brewery on July 27! The fun kicks off with a Water Balloon Toss from 12pm to 1pm, followed by a Sponge Relay from 1pm to 2pm, and a thrilling Scavenger Hunt. All ages are welcome, and it’s free to participate with prizes for everyone! Enjoy other exciting […]
Next Garden Writing Session coming up! Saturday, July 27th at 1pm at Porchlight! The project is supported by an Iowa City Public Arts Grant. We couldn’t be happier to continue the series on July 27th from 1-2:30 with Jennifer MacBain-Stephens. Come let your creative energy bloom. This is a free event and all ages and […]
Have you ever wanted to make your own candle? Well you are in the right spot! Sign up for the Candle Pour Bar class and you will be supplied with the knowledge and equipment to create a custom 9oz candle. During the experience you will choose the container from a wide variety of jar colors, […]
A high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams… without getting caught! Based on the hit DreamWorks film and the incredible true story. Seeking fame and fortune, teenage Frank runs away from home to live the life of a globetrotting con artist. With nothing more than his boyish charm, Frank poses as a lawyer, doctor, and […]
Calling all silent readers! Join us for a few hours of socializing with fellow bookworms, silent reading, fun little drinks & a great atmosphere. 2:00-2:30 Get settled and say hello2:30-3:30 Silent reading hour3:30-4:00 Optional socializing
Join us for Buddy’s Bonfire at Iowa Farm Sanctuary! This cherished annual event is a unique overnight camping opportunity, complete with equal parts relaxation and fun. Stroll around the sanctuary and meet our rescued residents, join a game of kickball or jenga, enjoy delicious s’mores around the bonfires, catch a movie under the stars, wake […]