Events for Saturday, February 21st & Saturday, February 22nd, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Saturday is stacked — from bird banding and maple syrup previews at Indian Creek Nature Center, creative workshops at NewBo City Market, and gardening inspiration at Kirkwood Community College, to big night energy with Guys and Dolls at Theatre Cedar Rapids, PetRock at the Paramount Theatre, dueling pianos at Cedar Ridge Distillery, and RoughRiders hockey at ImOn Ice Arena.
Sunday keeps it rolling with bingo and cake decorating at NewBo City Market, maple syruping back at Indian Creek Nature Center, theatre matinees, live music, yoga + brunch, and even a melting cheese party. However you weekend — artsy, outdoorsy, foodie, or full-on nightlife — you’ve got options.
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.
🌤️ Saturday, February 21
Forecast: Mostly cloudy | High 30° | Low 14°
🌱 Workshops, Learning & Hobbies
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Masonic Building (813 1st Ave SE) | Free
Explore your family history with help from knowledgeable volunteers. Open to the public; parking in the rear.
Make It, Don’t Buy It: Condiments from Scratch | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. & 1–3 p.m. | NewBo City Market
Hands-on class covering DIY condiments, allergy swaps, food safety, storage tips, and cost comparisons.
Rain Barrel Workshop | 10–11 a.m. | Wickiup Hill Learning Center | $35
Build your own rain barrel and learn water conservation basics. Supplies included.
Magic the Gathering Standard Showdown | 12 p.m. | RePlay Gaming | $10
Competitive Standard format tournament (best of 3).
MTG Commander Saturday | 5–8 p.m. | RePlay Gaming | Free/Casual
Bring your 100-card deck and battle for bragging rights.
Weekly Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament | 5:30 p.m. reg. | Local game shop | Entry varies
Advanced Constructed format; all skill levels welcome.
🌿 Nature & Gardening
Meet Our Animals | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Indian Creek Nature Center | $2
See and touch resident animals in a casual, come-and-go setting.
Bird Banding at Amazing Space | 12–3 p.m. | Indian Creek Nature Center | Free (donations welcome)
Watch live bird banding and learn from an ornithologist.
Linn County Master Gardener’s Winter Gardening Fair | All Day | Kirkwood Community College | $42–$85
75+ workshops on pollinators, edible gardens, houseplants, and more. Registration required.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative Fun
Saturday Open Studio (K–12) | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | $5 (Free members)
Drop-in creative time with artists and musicians.
North Star Studio (Adaptive Open Studio) | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | $10 (Free members)
Sensory-considerate creative space for K–12 students with disabilities.
Kid N Canvas Painting | 1–2 p.m. | Sweet Mercantile | $20
Step-by-step painting class for ages 8–16.
Artist Forum | 2–5 p.m. | DKW Art Gallery & Studios | Free
Casual gathering for artists to share, critique, and connect.
Make a Fused Glass Plant Stake | 5–7 p.m. | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | $60
Design a colorful fused-glass plant stake; kiln-fired after class.
Art is Magic: Glamour Shots | 1–4 p.m. | Illuminations Cedar Rapids | $44
Create spell jars and receive a mini glamour photo shoot.
🧘 Health, Wellness & Mindfulness
Morning Mayhem Metal Yoga | 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Breathing Room Yoga
High-energy hatha flow set to metal music.
LovingKindness Meditation | 5:30–7 p.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
Guided compassion meditation practice.
🎭 Theatre, Comedy & Auditions
Guys and Dolls | 7:30 p.m. | Theatre Cedar Rapids | Ticketed
Classic Broadway musical comedy.
Silver Foxes | 7 p.m. | Giving Tree Theater | $30
Contemporary LGBTQ+ comedy about friendship and aging.
Open Auditions – The Dinner Detective | 12–2 p.m. | DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids
Improv-based auditions for interactive murder mystery performers.
41st Jefferson Show Choir Invitational | All Day | Jefferson High School
Regional show choir competition fundraiser.
🎶 Live Music & Nightlife
PetRock – The ’70s Experience | 7:30 p.m. | Paramount Theatre
Soft rock tribute featuring Eagles and more.
Dueling Pianos with Felix & Fingers | 6–9 p.m. | Cedar Ridge Distillery | $35
High-energy, all-request dueling piano show.
Tavern Blue (DETOUR Band) | 6–9 p.m. | Tavern Blue
Dance tunes from classic rock and country favorites.
Up N Smoke Jam | 5 p.m. | Up In Smoke BBQ
Acoustic opener, open jam, and all-you-can-eat BBQ.
Community Karaoke | 7–11 p.m. | American Legion Post 298
Open-to-the-public karaoke night.
Trivia at WineStyles | 4 p.m. | WineStyles Cedar Rapids | Free
Iowa-themed trivia with prizes.
Mulligans Dart Tournament | 3 p.m. | Mulligan’s Pub | $10
Competitive darts with prizes and bragging rights.
Navae’s Birthday Soirée | 10:30 p.m. | Basix | 21+
Drag performances followed by DJ dance party.
🏒 Sports & Special Events
Cedar Rapids RoughRiders vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints | 7:05 p.m. | ImOn Ice Arena
USHL hockey rivalry matchup.
2026 Winter Wonderland Gymnastics | 8 a.m. | Alliant Energy PowerHouse
Youth gymnastics competition event.
Putt for a Purpose | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Hall-Perrine Cancer Center
Indoor mini-golf fundraiser benefiting the EFY Fund.
🛍️ Community, Sales & Special Events
Back Room Clean Out Sale | 9 a.m. | The Painted Butterfly (Fairfax)
Clearance sale on craft supplies and décor.
Z102.9 Gown Town 2026 | 12 p.m. | Noelridge Christian Church | Free
Free prom dresses and accessories for high school students.
Restaurant Week | Feb 20–Mar 1 | Cedar Rapids Region | Varies
Special menus at 20+ locally owned restaurants.
🌤️ Sunday, February 22
Forecast: Partly cloudy | High 26° | Low 12°
🛍️ Community & Family Fun
Card Show | 11 a.m.–4 p.m. | Lindale Mall
Buy, sell, and trade collectible cards.
Sunday Bingo | 12–1:30 p.m. | NewBo City Market | Free
Family-friendly bingo with prizes.
Family Indoor NERF | 2–5 p.m. | Ushers Ferry Historic Village | $8–$28
Indoor Nerf battles; registration required.
620 Polar Roller Bowling Tournament | 10 a.m. | May City Bowl | $35/bowler
Fundraising bowling tournament for kids.
🌿 Nature & DIY
Basics of DIY Maple Syruping | 1–2 p.m. | Indian Creek Nature Center | $5–$10
Learn to tap trees and boil sap into syrup.
Cake Mix Magic | 1–3 p.m. | NewBo City Market
Creative cake-making and frosting techniques.
Moss Wall Art Workshop | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Moss Plant Shop | $75
Create framed moss art with preserved materials.
🧘 Wellness & Reflection
Soundness with Sayde Yoga | 10–11:15 a.m. | Illuminations Cedar Rapids | $15
All-level yoga therapy session.
Relax & Unwind: Yoga Nidra + Sound | 2 p.m. | Salveo Studio | $28
Yin poses followed by guided meditation and sound healing.
Death Cafe | 1–3 p.m. | Breathing Room Yoga | Free
Open discussion about death and mortality in a supportive space.
Bend & Brunch | 8–8:45 a.m. | Cedar Ridge Distillery
Gentle yoga followed by brunch buffet.
🎭 Theatre
Guys and Dolls | 2:30 p.m. | Theatre Cedar Rapids
Broadway classic matinee performance.
Silver Foxes | 2 p.m. | Giving Tree Theater | $30
Humorous and heartfelt LGBTQ+ comedy.
🎶 Music & Social
Mike & Steve Acoustic Show | 2–5 p.m. | Mr. B’s & Sam’s Pizza
Live acoustic set.
Survey Says: Friendly Feud Game | 4 p.m. | The TapHaus (Atkins) | Free
Team-based bar game inspired by popular surveys.
Winter Melting Cheese Party | 5–6 p.m. | Cedar Ridge Vineyards | Ticketed
Raclette or fondue experience with imported cheeses.
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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