Events for Friday, April 24th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Cedar Rapids heads into Friday with a mix of wellness activities like Tai Chi, GeriFit, and a forest therapy experience, alongside family-friendly story times and teen programs. The day also features community events like Arbor Day activities, a citywide clean-up, local markets, and creative workshops, while the evening brings a strong lineup of entertainment—from live music and theater like The Princess Who Wouldn’t Wear Pink to jazz events, car meets, and nightlife—offering a well-rounded day of connection, creativity, and fun.
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.
Friday, April 24th
🌦️ Weather
Chance of storms with a high of 64° and a low of 42°.
🧘 Health & Wellness
GERIFIT
🕗 8:00 – 8:45 a.m. & 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Free fitness class for adults 60+ focused on strength, balance, and mobility.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
🕙 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Gentle movement class designed to improve balance and coordination.
Nature & Forest Therapy Experience
🕝 2:30 – 3:45 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
A guided, slow-paced “forest bathing” experience focused on mindfulness and relaxation.
👨👩👧 Family & Kids
Baby & Toddler Story Time
🕤 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
📍 Ladd Library
Stories, songs, and playtime for little ones.
Doodlebugs: Art with Words
🕥 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Creative, art-based story time for preschoolers.
Dungeons & Dragons (Teens & Tweens)
🕕 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Learn and play in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.
🎨 Classes, Workshops & Community
Arbor Day Activities
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Drop in and test your tree knowledge.
Community Writers Circle
🕐 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
A welcoming group for writers of all levels.
Art in the Moment Tour
🕑 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Dementia-friendly art tour and discussion.
City Manager’s 1-Bag Challenge
🕑 2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
📍 McGrath Amphitheatre
Community clean-up event with supplies provided.
🛍️ Shopping & Markets
Weetail Children’s Consignment Sale
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Lindale Mall
Affordable kids clothing, toys, and gear.
Metro Garden Market
🕛 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Metro High School
Student-grown plants, garden goods, and handmade items.
West Music Restring & Recycle Event
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 West Music Cedar Rapids
Free instrument restringing and string recycling.
🍷 Food, Drink & Social
KCCK’s Taste of Jazz
🕕 6:00 – 9:30 p.m.
📍 Hotel at Kirkwood Center
Food, drinks, live jazz, and a silent auction.
Sip, Shop & Saddle Up
🕓 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Siebke Hoyt
Custom hat styling experience with drinks and shopping.
🎭 Arts, Theatre & Talks
“The Librarians” Screening + Panel
🕕 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Film screening followed by a community discussion.
“The Princess Who Wouldn’t Wear Pink”
🕔 5:00 p.m.
📍 Washington High School
Family-friendly children’s theatre production ($5 tickets).
🎶 Live Music & Nightlife
Cedar Rapids Night Meet
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Hawkeye Downs Speedway and Expo Center
Massive car meet with over 600 vehicles.
CR Songwriter Series
🕖 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
📍 Breathing Room Yoga
Intimate live music experience focused on storytelling.
John Gorka Live
🕗 8:00 – 9:30 p.m.
📍 CSPS Hall
Renowned folk singer-songwriter performance.
EDM Night
🕗 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar
High-energy DJ sets and dancing (21+).
Karaoke Night
🕘 9:00 p.m.
📍 The Shack Tavern
Late-night singing and fun.
Special Thanks
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties.
With five convenient locations across the greater Cedar Rapids area and yes, the best cookies on the planet, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust is a place where relationships and service truly matter. From personal to business banking, CRBT is here to support you every step of the way. Come meet the People you can bank on at crbt.bank. Member FDIC
Employee-owned and tenant-focused, Gutschmidt Properties creates sustainable spaces that make a real community impact. From studios and sleeping rooms in their historic Smyth 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.
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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