Events for Friday, November 21st, 2025.
Hello, Cedar Rapids community! Welcome to your Friday, November 21st edition of the Cedar Rapids Daily—proudly presented by Gutschmidt Properties and Jeans Team with CMG Home Loans. Whether you’re looking for family fun, creative workshops, live music, or a night out, there’s something for everyone happening today. Let’s dive into the full lineup!
Weather Check
Mostly cloudy with a high of 51°F and a low of 30°F—perfect for exploring all that Cedar Rapids has to offer!
What’s Happening Today?
All-Day Events
Pink Friday in Uptown Marion
All day | Uptown Marion
Shop local and enjoy special discounts at participating businesses.TV Trivia at Ely Public Library
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Ely Public Library
Celebrate World Television Day with fun trivia for all ages.
Family & Kids
Storytime at Ladd Library
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Ladd Library
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for little ones.Expressive Arts at Cedar Rapids Public Library
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Cedar Rapids Public Library (Downtown)
Creative art activities for children and families.Doodle Bugs at Hiawatha Public Library
10:30 – 11:15 a.m. | Hiawatha Public Library
Art and storytime for preschoolers.Lego Club at Marion Public Library
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Marion Public Library
Build and create with Legos—open to all ages.
Stay Active
GeriFit at Ely Public Library
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. & 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Ely Public Library
Low-impact fitness classes for adults.Afternoon at the Movies: “Caregiving”
1:30 – 3:00 p.m. | Chris and Susie DeWolf Family Innovation Center
Watch a special film and join the discussion.Unplugged Arcade at Big Grove Taproom
3:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Big Grove Taproom
Enjoy classic arcade games, demos, and a tournament.
Get Creative
Dessert Demo at NewBo City Market
5:30 p.m. | NewBo City Market
Watch and learn as local chefs whip up delicious desserts.Bold Lines and Free Forms at Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
Explore creative drawing techniques in a relaxed setting.Pottery Open Studio at Iowa Ceramics Center
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Iowa Ceramics Center
Drop in and work on your pottery projects.Gnome Sign Event at Cork n’ Canvas
6:00 p.m. | Cork and Canvas
Paint a festive gnome sign—perfect for the holidays.Metal Yoga After Dark at Illumination Cedar Rapids
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Illumination Cedar Rapids
Yoga with a twist—set to a heavy metal soundtrack.
Evening Entertainment
Board Game Night at Wine Styles Cedar Rapids
5:30 p.m. | Wine Styles Cedar Rapids
Bring friends or join a group for a night of games.Wicked Trivia at NewBo City Market
6:00 p.m. | NewBo City Market
Test your knowledge and win prizes.Friday Night Karaoke at Cedar Rapids Eagles #2272
8:00 p.m. – Midnight | Cedar Rapids Eagles #2272
Take the stage and sing your heart out.
Arts & Theater
Up from Iowa and Back: The Vietnam Era
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Building
Explore this moving exhibit and connect with local history.The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
7:00 p.m. | Regis Middle School
Enjoy a magical stage adaptation of the beloved classic.Disney’s Frozen
7:30 p.m. | Theatre Cedar Rapids
Experience the enchanting musical live on stage.Cameron Sullenberger Overture Series
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. | CSPS Hall
An evening of music and artistry.
Live Music
Bryce Janey
4:00 – 7:00 p.m. | CR Midnight Smokehouse & Barbecue
Blues and rock tunes to kick off your evening.Chad Johnson and Layne Goldsberry
6:00 – 9:00 p.m. | The Pines Pizza & Pub
Acoustic duo performing live.Bonding Brothers
6:00 p.m. | Spinal Taproom
Enjoy live music and great company.George Jazz Trio
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. | Campbell Steele Gallery
Smooth jazz in a beautiful gallery setting.Sugar and Spice Trio
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Old Neighborhood Pub
Classic hits and crowd favorites.Vinyl Alibi
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Checkers Tavern
Rock and roll all night.Live from the Artisan Studio
7:30 – 10:00 p.m. | Brucemore
Local artists take the stage.Casey Cline
8:00 – 11:00 p.m. | The Red Frog
Country and Americana tunes.Redemption
9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. | Otis Tailgators Sports Bar
Rock the night away with this energetic band.
Sports
Cedar Rapids RoughRiders vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks
7:05 p.m. | ImOn Ice Arena
Cheer on the RoughRiders in this exciting hockey matchup.
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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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