You’re invited to preview a momentous opportunity for Iowa City. For decades, residents and local organizations have dreamt of a national museum for American writing and literature – right here in Iowa City. It almost happened in 2008. Under the working title “Stories Project,” a coalition of local governments, civic organizations, and the University of […]
Join us Thursday, August 8th at 6-9PM for Party on the Patio – our FREE outdoor summer music series – featuring Noize Junkiez! Noize Junkiez jams to some of their favorite tunes for all of you! They do everything from southern rock and blues to country and classic rock & roll! Party on the Patio […]
Start your weekend early with an epic 80s-theme dance party against the vibrant backdrop of the Stanley Museum of Art! Dance the night away under the open sky in Gibson Square Park, surrounded by art, music by DJ Ahzia, and delicious food from Da Flava Unit. Inspired by the vibrant and energetic works of Keith Haring, currently […]
Gather with neighbors and friends for our annual Party in the Park series! Enjoy live music, STEAM Investigation Stations, visits from the Iowa City Book Mobile, and outdoor recreation activities at some of your favorite parks. Performers:June 6: Bryce Janey and David SchroederJune 13: Brad & the Big WaveJune 20: The Drive-insJune 27: Golden AlexanderJuly […]
A comedy open mic followed by karaoke! Sign up starts at 8PM; Show at 9:30! Hosted by Travis Coltrain!Karaoke after the open mic!
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 […]
MidWestOne Bank’s Annual Community Chalk Art Festival, Rock the Chalk! The festival will take place in downtown Iowa City on the streets surrounding our bank headquarters building at 102 S. Clinton Street. Community members and local artists will fill the street with unique chalk art pieces, and we will “rock” to various Iowa musical talent […]
No food truck July 5th. June 21st- Marco’s Grilled CheeseJune 28th- Marco’s Grilled CheeseJuly 5th- None since the holiday weekJuly 12th-August 2nd- Marco’s Grilled CheeseAugust 9th and August 16th- Caribbean Kitchen
You’re invited! Come out to the Ped Mall and get to know musicians from Eastern Iowa. Running mid-May through September, this festival kicks off the summer season. Grab food and drink at one of the nearby restaurants or food trucks and enjoy free live entertainment! Full Schedule May 10 Iowa Steel Band (this concert ends […]
Tailgators Sports Bar & Grill Free to play. Prizes galore. Come enjoy the fun individually or as a group!
Taste and imagination, the two key ingredients for a first-rate revue, abound in this fresh take on the Rodgers & Hammerstein canon, conceived by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie. Over three decades after the duo’s final collaboration, The Sound of Music, took Broadway by storm, this new R&H musical opened the 1994 Broadway season with […]
Recognized for jokes published in Sports Illustrated, Bill’s everyman quality, coupled with his unique views on the worls, makes him a must-see on stage! Get ready to laugh hard – Bill Blank is about to take the stage with unmatched humor and genuine relatability!