Events for Friday, October 3rd, 2025

Hello Cedar Rapids friends!

Welcome to your Friday, October 3rd edition of the Cedar Rapids Daily Newsletter—your one-stop guide to everything happening in our vibrant city. Whether you’re looking for family fun, live music, unique festivals, or a night out with friends, we’ve rounded up all the events you need to know about, complete with start times and locations. Let’s dive in!

Weather Update

• Partly Cloudy
  High: 89°F | Low: 60°F
  Perfect weather to get outside and explore!

Must-Visit Festivals & Markets

• Amana Colonies Oktoberfest
  All Day | Amana Colonies, 622 46th Ave, Amana, IA
  Celebrate the 60th anniversary with lively polka music, bratwurst, and drinks from Millstream Brewing Company.

• Iowa Fall Festival at Bloomsbury Farm
  9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Bloomsbury Farm, 3260 69th St, Atkins, IA
  Over 30 attractions including pumpkin picking, a corn maze, and more for the whole family.

Family Activities

• Mid-Autumn Festival at Iowa Children’s Museum
  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA
  Hands-on art activities and traditional mooncake tasting.

• Baby and Toddler Storytime at Ladd Library
  9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Ladd Library, 3750 Williams Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
  A 15-minute story and song program followed by 45 minutes of playtime.

• Spare Time After Dark
  10:00 p.m. – Midnight | Spare Time Entertainment, 4601 First Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Unlimited bowling, music, and a light show for just $14.99 per person.

Live Music & Entertainment

• Mike Flagg and Jeff Madison
  6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | The Pines Pizza and Pub, 2275 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Enjoy live music with great food and drinks.

• Rebel with Blue Violin Pavel Sparkle Quartet
  7:00 p.m. | National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Experience a unique blend of classical violin and rock hits.

Community & Learning Events

• Mid-Tassel 25 Conference
  8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
  A conference focused on multilingual education.

• Johnson STEAM Academy’s Fall Barbecue
  5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Johnson STEAM Academy, 355 18th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Free food, games, and community connections.

• Gallery Talk on the Grant Wood Window
  11:00 a.m. – Noon | Veterans Memorial Building, 50 2nd Ave Bridge, Cedar Rapids, IA
  A guided art discussion on the iconic Grant Wood window.

Sports Action

• Cedar Rapids RoughRiders vs. Lincoln Stars
  7:05 p.m. | ImOn Ice Arena (“The Stable”), 1100 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Catch the action and see if Coach Mark Carlson sets a new USHL record!

Unique Social Events

• Taylor Swift Album Release and Engagement Party
  4:00 p.m. | NewBo City Market, 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Celebrate Taylor’s new album with fellow fans.

• Tiki Party at Pub 217
  7:00 p.m. | Pub 217, 217 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
  Enjoy tropical drinks and tiki-themed fun.

• Chocolate Walk and Shop in Uptown Marion
  6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Uptown Marion, 7th Ave & 11th St, Marion, IA
  Indulge in sweet treats and live music while you shop.

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Thanks for being part of our Cedar Rapids community. Have a fantastic Friday and enjoy all the great events our city has to offer!

Warm regards,
The Cedar Rapids Daily Team

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