Hey Cedar Rapids!

We’re excited to bring you today’s full lineup of events happening around town on Thursday, October 30th. Whether you’re seeking family fun, arts and culture, wellness activities, or a night out, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening today!

🌤 Weather Update

Cool and Partly Cloudy: High of 56°F, low of 34°F. Don’t forget your light jacket!

📚 Community & Family Events

Sensory Storytime
10:00 AM | Cedar Rapids Public Library, Downtown Branch
A welcoming storytime for children with sensory sensitivities.
Preschool Storytime
10:00 AM | Ely Public Library
Stories, songs, and fun for preschoolers.
Toddler Time
10:00 AM | Marion Public Library
Interactive stories and play for toddlers.
Halloween Storytime
10:30 AM | Hiawatha Public Library
Dress up and enjoy spooky stories!
Genealogy Help
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Cedar Rapids Family Research Center
Get assistance exploring your family history.
Scrabble Club
1:00 PM | Hiawatha Public Library
Join fellow word lovers for a friendly game.
Senior Bingo
1:00 PM | The Bridge Senior Center
Enjoy bingo, prizes, and great company.

🏃‍♂️ Health & Wellness

Morning Stretch
9:00 AM | Ely Public Library
Start your day with gentle stretching.
Thursday Yoga
6:00 PM | NewBo City Market
Unwind with an evening yoga session.

🎨 Arts & Culture

Lunch and Lesson Fall Concert
12:00 PM | Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne Auditorium
Enjoy a midday concert and learn something new.
Thrift Thursday
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Central Furniture Rescue
Hunt for treasures and support a good cause.
Costume Party: Dress as a Famous Artist or Artwork
6:00 PM | Tree of Liminality
Get creative and celebrate art in costume.
Tango Practica
6:30 PM | Cedar Rapids Public Library, Downtown Branch
Learn and practice tango in a welcoming environment.

🎤 Music & Nightlife

Sammy’s Spooktacular Halloween Eastside Jam (feat. The Mandela Effect)
7:00 PM | Sammy’s Lounge
Live music and Halloween fun.
Outlaw at North Point
7:00 PM | North Point
High-energy country music performance.
Thirsty Thursday Karaoke with Vidal
8:00 PM | The Double Z Bar & Grill
Take the stage and sing your favorites.

🧘‍♀️ Spirituality & Discussion

Spirits Based Book Study: Mindfulness Themes
6:00 PM | Unity Center of Cedar Rapids
Explore mindfulness through literature.
Holy Well: Quiet Reflection
7:00 PM | Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church
A peaceful space for contemplation.

🎉 Fun & Games

Family Bingo at The Pines Pizza and Pub
6:00 PM | The Pines Pizza and Pub
Family-friendly bingo night.
Family Bingo at Check Town Station
6:00 PM | Check Town Station
Another great spot for bingo fun!
Community Ride: Morgan Creek Ellis Loop
6:00 PM | Morgan Creek Park
Group bike ride—meet at the park.
Rocky Horror Picture Show Trivia
7:00 PM | Spare Time Cedar Rapids
Test your knowledge of this cult classic.
Booze and Brews Spooky Season Trivia
7:00 PM | The Peddlers Fork
Spooky trivia and seasonal drinks.

🎭 Comedy

Ideal Comedy Showcase (feat. Jason Clemens & Dylan Meek)
8:00 PM | Ideal Theatre and Bar
Stand-up comedy from regional favorites.

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Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Gutschmidt Properties and Jean’s Team with CMG Home Loans.

Employee-owned and tenant-focused, Gutschmidt Properties creates sustainable spaces that make a real community impact. From studios and sleeping rooms in their historic Henderson House, to both their old and new homes as part of the Rainbow Road project just off I‑380, or flexible commercial space at Averill House in downtown Cedar Rapids, they may have just the place for you. Every house has a story—write yours in one of their homes. Learn more at GutschmidtProperties.com.

Whether it’s your first house, an investment property, or your dream home, Jean’s Team with CMG Home Loans makes mortgage lending a home run. With competitive rates, great turnaround times, and programs for buyers, sellers, and those looking to refinance, Jean’s Team is ready to step up to the plate for you and make getting a home loan feel like pitching a perfect game, every time. Learn more at cmghomeloans.com/mysite/jean-sellnau. CMG Mortgage, Inc., CMG Home Loans, and CMG Financial, NMLS# 1820, as well as Jean Sellnau, NMLS# 6180, is an equal housing lender.

Thank you for being part of the Cedar Rapids Daily community. We can’t wait to see you at these events! Until next time, stay curious and keep exploring.

Warm regards,

The Cedar Rapids Daily Team

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Events for Thursday, October 30th, 2025