Events for Tuesday, August 4th, 2026.

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Welcome to Cedar Rapids Daily, your quick guide to everything happening across Eastern Iowa! In today's episode for Tuesday, August 4, we're highlighting a full day of family fun, outdoor wellness, community events, and evening entertainment. Featured events include Bluey's Big Play at the Paramount Theatre, Practice in the Prairie, Family NERF Night, Kenwood Park National Night Out, Tai Chi classes, Picasso in the Park, ChatGPT and AI workshops, backyard chicken classes, trivia, comedy, music bingo, and Tuesday Night Titans racing. Whether you're looking for free family activities, creative workshops, outdoor adventures, or a fun night out, Cedar Rapids Daily helps you discover the best events happening across Eastern Iowa—in five minutes or less.

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.

☀️ Cedar Rapids Daily | Tuesday, August 4

🌤️ Forecast

Slight chance of storms late with a high of 84° and a low of 64°. Enjoy another beautiful summer day, but keep an umbrella handy for the evening.

🌿 Health & Wellness

🥋 Tai Chi

🕗 8:00–9:00 a.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
Start your morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session designed to improve balance, flexibility, and overall wellness.

🥋 Tai Chi – Advanced

🕘 9:00–9:45 a.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Experienced participants can continue developing strength, flexibility, and mindfulness.

🥋 Tai Chi for Beginners

🕙 10:00–10:45 a.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
A welcoming introduction to Tai Chi for anyone wanting to learn the basics.

🌾 Practice in the Prairie

🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m. | Indian Creek Nature Center | FREE
Enjoy an outdoor yoga or Pilates class surrounded by beautiful prairie scenery.

🎨 Just Add Water: Beginner Watercolor

🕤 9:30–11:30 a.m. | Prairiewoods | $50
Learn watercolor painting while creating an American Goldfinch masterpiece. All supplies are included.

🪣 Rain Barrel Workshop

🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Wickiup Hill Learning Center | $35
Build your own rain barrel while learning practical water conservation techniques.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Fun

🐶 Bluey's Big Play

🕕 6:00 p.m. | Paramount Theatre | Tickets Required
Bluey, Bingo, and the Heeler family come to life in the hit stage production for all ages.

🎨 Picasso in the Park

🕙 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Greene Square Park | FREE
Kids can paint, color, glue, and create fun art projects to take home.

🔫 Family NERF Night

🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m. | Greene Square Park | FREE
Enjoy action-packed NERF games and friendly competition with equipment provided.

📚 Early Learning Story Time

🕙 10:00–10:30 a.m. | Cedar Rapids Public Library | FREE
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute play for children ages 2–5.

🎭 Expressive Arts

🕚 11:00–11:45 a.m. | Hiawatha Public Library | FREE
Creative activities using books, art, movement, and music to encourage confidence and imagination.

📖 Your Library at Twin Pines Park

🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Twin Pines Park | FREE
Story time, games, technology activities, and Summer Reading fun at the park.

💦 Teen Creek Stomping

🕙 10:00 a.m.–Noon | Morgan Creek Park | $
Teens ages 12–14 can hike, explore the creek, and enjoy nature-based adventures.

🎲 $5 Tuesday Open Play

🕘 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Brewed Imagination | $5
Imaginative indoor play featuring climbing, pretend play, and creative exploration.

📚 Learning & Community

🤖 Explore ChatGPT & Other Conversational AI

🕧 12:30–1:30 p.m. | Ladd Library | FREE
Learn how conversational AI works and discover practical ways to use tools like ChatGPT.

☕ Men's Caregiver Coffee

🕗 8:00–9:30 a.m. & 🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | DeWolf Family Innovation Center | FREE
A supportive gathering for male caregivers to connect, share experiences, and learn helpful caregiving strategies.

☕ Senior Social Hour

🕙 10:00–11:00 a.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Coffee, conversation, games, and activities for older adults.

👩‍🍳 Virtual Author Talk: Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson

🕐 1:00–2:00 p.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE (Registration Required)
Explore the legacy of Julia Child and her iconic kitchen during this fascinating online author presentation.

📖 Between the Covers Book Club

🕙 10:00–11:00 a.m. | Cedar Rapids Public Library | FREE
Join fellow readers for a lively discussion of this month's featured novel.

🐔 Backyard Chickens Class

🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m. | Indian Creek Nature Center | $15 Members / $20 Nonmembers
Learn everything you need to legally raise backyard chickens in Cedar Rapids.

🎨 Arts & Crafts

🖌️ Makerspace Open Hours

🕑 2:00–6:00 p.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, heat presses, and other creative tools.

🧶 Chatty Crafters

🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
Bring your knitting, crochet, or favorite craft and enjoy a relaxing evening with fellow makers.

🎨 Cork N Canvas

🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m. | Zeppelins | $35
Create your own canvas painting while enjoying an evening out.

🎲 Games & Entertainment

📚 Adult Trivia Night: Battle of the Genres

🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Gather your team for book-themed trivia featuring romance, fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, and more.

🎲 Adult Tabletop Game Club

🕕 6:00–9:00 p.m. | Hiawatha Public Library | FREE
Meet fellow board game enthusiasts for an evening of tabletop fun.

🏁 Tuesday Night Titans Racing

🕖 7:00–9:30 p.m. | Hawkeye Downs | Admission Required
Watch youth and beginner racers compete in an exciting evening of go-kart racing.

🎤 Game Night at Mulligan's

🕖 7:00 p.m. | Mulligan's Pub | FREE
Trivia, Music Bingo, Name That Tune, and more.

🎵 Weekly Music Bingo

🕖 7:00–9:00 p.m. | The Bar | FREE
Test your music knowledge and win prizes.

🧠 DJ Trivia

🕖 7:00–8:30 p.m. | Bushwood Sports Bar & Grill | FREE
Enjoy a fun evening of trivia with friends.

😂 Comedy Open Mic

🕖 7:00–9:00 p.m. | Old Neighborhood Pub | FREE
Support local comedians or take the stage yourself.

🎶 Twilight Tuesday

🕖 7:00–11:00 p.m. | The Shack Tavern | FREE
Enjoy live music, karaoke, and a relaxed summer evening.

🎤 Turnt Up Tuesdays

🕘 9:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. | Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill
End the night with karaoke, music, and late-night fun.

🎉 Community Spotlight

🎈 Kenwood Park National Night Out

🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m. | Kenwood Park | FREE
Celebrate community with free food, music, balloon art, games, police and fire demonstrations, school supply donations, and family fun.

🖼️ Ongoing

🖼️ Free Summer Admission

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art | FREE
Visit all sixteen galleries free through the end of August thanks to community sponsors.

Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsor: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust.

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

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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