Events for Saturday, July 11th, and Sunday, July 12th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

☀️ It's a beautiful summer weekend across Eastern Iowa! Saturday is packed with farmers markets, festivals, family activities, outdoor fitness, live music, Kernels baseball, a free movie at McGrath Amphitheatre, and postgame fireworks. On Sunday, slow things down with local markets, Civil War reenactments, Sundae Sundays, RAGBRAI Day at the Kernels, hands-on workshops, live music, and the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band concert—making it the perfect way to wrap up the weekend.

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☀️ Cedar Rapids Daily | Saturday, July 11

Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 86° and a low of 67°. Sunshine, warm temperatures, and a full calendar make this a perfect summer Saturday to explore Eastern Iowa.

🌿 Health & Wellness

🧘 Sunrise Yoga

⏰ 7:30–8:30 a.m.
📍 Lowe Park
💲 Free
Start your Saturday morning with an all-levels outdoor yoga class overlooking Marion's beautiful park.

💪 Tap In Bootcamp

⏰ 8–9 a.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery – Cedar Rapids Taproom
💲 Free
Enjoy an energetic full-body workout that welcomes all fitness levels.

🐐 Little Hooves Yoga

⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Old MacDonald's Farm at Bever Park
💲 Adults $14 | Children $7
Practice yoga alongside friendly goats in this unique family experience.

💃 Group Fitness with The M.A.C. & iGYM

⏰ 10–11 a.m.
📍 Kingston Yard
💲 Free
Dance Club Cardio brings free outdoor fitness to downtown Cedar Rapids.

🤸 Free Outdoor Mat Pilates

⏰ 10–11 a.m.
📍 Club Pilates – Uptown Marion
💲 Free
Enjoy a beginner-friendly mat Pilates class during the Uptown Marion Market.

✨ Usui Reiki Level I

⏰ 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 $150
Spend the day learning Reiki history, self-healing techniques, and receiving your first attunement.

🛍️ Markets, Festivals & Community

🛒 Uptown Marion Market

⏰ 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Uptown Marion
💲 Free
Browse local vendors, artisans, food, and entertainment while exploring Uptown Marion.

🥕 Marion Farmers Market

⏰ 8–11 a.m.
📍 Willowood Park
💲 Free
Shop fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, meats, crafts, and more from local vendors.

🌸 Dogs & Donuts

⏰ 9–11 a.m.
📍 Nassau & Blake Urban Flowers
💲 Free
Bring your dog for complimentary coffee, donuts, and a relaxing morning in the flower gardens.

🌳 Bonsai Show

⏰ 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
View impressive bonsai displays and visit with local bonsai enthusiasts.

🦋 Monarch Fest

⏰ 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
💲 Admission applies
Celebrate monarch butterflies with releases, caterpillar adoptions, milkweed seedballs, and family activities.

🚒 America 250 Touch-a-Truck Tribute

⏰ 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Marion Heritage Center
💲 Free
Explore military vehicles, fire trucks, construction equipment, and more while honoring veterans and first responders.

🎯 Bags for a Build

⏰ 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Sag Wagon Deli & Brew
💲 Tournament entry required
Support Habitat for Humanity through bags tournaments, raffles, music, food, and family fun.

🚗 Orange Track Racing

⏰ 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Grace Street Church
💲 25¢ per car
Race Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars in this fun monthly family competition.

🧶 Knitting Studio Open House & Farm Visit

⏰ 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Rainbow Feathers Farm
💲 Free
Visit alpacas, chickens, the knitting studio, and the farm store.

🚴 Uptown Snug Bike Ride Bar Crawl

⏰ 11:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
📍 Uptown Snug
Gather friends for an afternoon bike ride, beverages, and live music.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Fun

⚔️ Reflections of the Civil War

⏰ 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Seminole Valley Farm Museum
💲 Adults $5 | Kids 12 & under Free
Step back into Civil War history with authentic camps, demonstrations, and living history exhibits.

🏛️ Free First Saturday for Students

⏰ 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
💲 Free for students
Students from preschool through college receive free museum admission.

🎨 Free Summer Admission

⏰ 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 Free
Explore all sixteen galleries free during the museum's annual summer admission program.

🧬 Build Your DNA Skills

⏰ 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 FamilySearch Center
💲 Free
Learn about DNA testing, genealogy tools, and research resources.

🏺 Ancient Technology in Iowa

⏰ 10–11 a.m.
📍 Wickiup Hill Learning Center
💲 $5
Discover how ancient people made pottery, tools, cordage, and more.

🎭 Cedar Rapids Comic, Toy & TCG Show

⏰ 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 DoubleTree Convention Complex
💲 Admission at the door
Browse comics, Pokémon, toys, anime, gaming, collectibles, and artists.

🚗 Car Seat Check Event

⏰ 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Noelridge Park
💲 Free (Appointment Required)
Certified technicians will inspect child safety seats and ensure proper installation.

🚀 STEAM Saturday: Young Entrepreneur Workshop

⏰ 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Kids learn entrepreneurship, product design, and marketing through hands-on activities.

👩‍💼 Kid Boss Academy

📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Young entrepreneurs develop business ideas and prepare for future youth markets.

🌏 English Practice Conversation Group

⏰ 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Practice conversational English in a relaxed group setting.

📚 Learn & Practice English

⏰ Noon–1 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Build confidence speaking English through guided discussions and activities.

💻 Computer Basics for English Learners

⏰ 1–3 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Learn computer basics while improving English vocabulary.

🎤 K-Pop Party

⏰ 1–3 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy dancing, crafts, trivia, snacks, costumes, and K-pop fun for all ages.

🎲 Socially Anxious Hangout Group

⏰ 1–3 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Young adults can meet new people over board games and snacks.

⛸️ Christmas in July Skate

⏰ 1:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 ImOn Ice Arena
💲 $15
Enjoy skating, crafts, refreshments, and holiday-themed fun.

🏀 Hoop Fest

⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 Time Check Park
💲 Free
Youth in grades 1–4 can learn basketball skills and enjoy games.

🎨 Arts, Classes & Culture

🧶 Beginning Crochet

⏰ 1 p.m.
📍 Make/Believe CR
Learn crochet basics in this beginner-friendly workshop.

🌈 Queer & Christian Forum

⏰ 1–2:30 p.m.
📍 Christ Episcopal Church
Hear a thoughtful panel discussion on faith and LGBTQ+ identity.

🎨 Artist Forum

⏰ 2–5 p.m.
📍 DKW Art Gallery & Studios
Artists of every experience level are welcome to create, network, and share ideas.

🖼️ Torn Up Gallery Opening

⏰ 5–7 p.m.
📍 CSPS Hall
Celebrate the opening of a new contemporary art exhibition.

🎨 Art After Hours

⏰ 6–8 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 $10
Bring your own beverage and enjoy a relaxing adult open studio night.

⚾ Sports & Recreation

🥏 Disc Drives for Lyme Lives

⏰ 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Jones Park
Participate in a disc golf fundraiser supporting Lyme disease awareness.

🏈 Championship Under the Lights

Beginning 8 a.m.
📍 Metro Youth Football Association
Youth football teams from across the Midwest compete throughout the day.

⚾ Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. South Bend Cubs

⏰ 6:35 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
Catch Kernels baseball with Special Olympics Night festivities and postgame fireworks.

🏁 NASCAR Weekly Racing

⏰ 7 p.m.
📍 Hawkeye Downs Speedway
Experience exciting NASCAR weekly racing action.

🚗 Flashback Car Show

📍Trinity St James UMC

⏰Registration at 8. Event free to the public 9am to 1pm.

Food from Blvd Food Truck...best Coney Dogs in CR

🎭 Theater & Movies

🎬 CRBT Movies on the Riverbank – Lilo & Stitch

⏰ Gates open 7 p.m. | Movie at dusk
📍 McGrath Amphitheatre
💲 Free
Enjoy inflatables, family activities, food vendors, and a free outdoor movie.

🎭 Little Women

⏰ 7:30 p.m.
📍 Giving Tree Theater
Experience the beloved musical based on Louisa May Alcott's classic novel.

🎵 Live Music & Nightlife

🎸 Jeff Bruner

⏰ 6–9 p.m.
📍 Sag Wagon
Live acoustic favorites on the patio.

🎶 90's Kid

⏰ 6–10 p.m.
📍 Rhapsody Spirits & Provisions
Sing along to your favorite '90s hits with a pop-punk twist.

🎤 Music at the Yard – Dirty $ Bills

⏰ 7–10 p.m.
📍 The Yard
Live music and summer fun on the patio.

🎙️ Meet Rahlan Kay

⏰ 7–11 p.m.
📍 Midtown Station
Enjoy an evening of live music on the patio.

🤠 The DETOUR Band

⏰ 7–11 p.m.
📍 The Shack Tavern
Dance the night away with country and classic rock favorites.

🎸 Rolling with Jen Duo

⏰ 8–11 p.m.
📍 MOCO Game Room & Hot Dog Bar
Live music and summer entertainment.

🎤 Red, White & Karaoke

⏰ 8 p.m.–Close
📍 Mulligan's Pub
Grab the microphone for an evening of patriotic karaoke.

💃 Salsa Dancing with JV

⏰ 7 p.m.
📍 Basix
Learn salsa dancing while enjoying drink specials.

🎉 Anjila's 59th Birthday Celebration

⏰ 10:30 p.m.
📍 Basix
Celebrate with live entertainment and birthday festivities.

🌞 Cedar Rapids Daily | Sunday, July 12

Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 88° and a low of 68°. It's shaping up to be a hot summer Sunday—perfect for farmers markets, live music, outdoor sports, and relaxing with family and friends.

🌿 Health & Wellness

Hiawatha Cars & Coffee

🕗 8:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Cedar Graphics Parking Lot
💲 Free
Bring your classic car, motorcycle, or daily driver and enjoy coffee while connecting with fellow automotive enthusiasts.

Neuro-Spicy Book Club

🕘 9:00 a.m.
📍 HEA Book Boutique
💲 Free
Women with ADHD gather for discussion, community, and conversation centered around this month's romance book selection.

Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga

🕛 Noon–1:00 p.m.
📍 Pleasant Creek State Park
💲 $25 BYO board | $40 with rental
Experience yoga on the water in this unique class designed to improve balance and core strength.

Terrarium Building Workshop

🕑 Starting at 2:00 p.m.
📍 Moss Plant Shop
💲 $58–$120
Build your own self-sustaining miniature ecosystem while learning terrarium care techniques.

🛍️ Markets & Community

Sons of the American Legion All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast

🕗 8:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 American Legion Post 298 (Marion)
💲 $10 | Kids 5 & under Free
Enjoy pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits & gravy, French toast and more.

Reflections of the Civil War

🕘 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
📍 Seminole Valley Farm Museum
💲 $5 Adults | Kids 12 & under Free
Living history demonstrations showcase Civil War camp life and Iowa's role during the war.

Cedar Rapids Softball Hall of Fame Days

🕘 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
📍 Ellis Park Ball Diamonds
💲 Free
Watch tournament action all day with Hall of Fame inductions beginning at noon.

2026 Hiawatha Farmers Market

🕙 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Guthridge Park
💲 Free
Browse fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, flowers and local vendors.

Palo Farmers Market

🕚 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
📍 Clymer Park, Palo
💲 Free
Enjoy a relaxed small-town market featuring local vendors and specialty foods.

Sunday Bingo at NewBo City Market

🕛 Noon–1:30 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Play bingo for prizes while enjoying everything NewBo has to offer.

Book Swap

🕛 Noon–2:00 p.m.
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
💲 Free
Bring gently used books and discover new favorites while meeting fellow readers.

Vinyl Market

🕐 1:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery
💲 Free
Browse hundreds of vinyl records, CDs and cassettes from Midwest vendors while enjoying live music.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Fun

Free Summer Admission

🕙 Museum Hours
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 Free
Take advantage of free admission throughout July and August to explore the museum's galleries.

Sundae Sundays

🕚 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery
💲 Free ice cream for kids 12 & under
Treat the family to a free scoop for the kids every Sunday.

Kernels Baseball vs. South Bend Cubs

🕐 1:00 p.m. (RAGBRAI Day)
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
💲 Ticketed Event
Celebrate RAGBRAI while cheering on the Cedar Rapids Kernels against South Bend.

🎨 Arts & Culture

Stained Glass Plant Stake Workshop

🕐 1:00 p.m.
📍 The Painted Butterfly
💲 Registration Required
Create your own colorful stained-glass garden decoration in this hands-on class.

Linn Area Photo Club

🕜 1:30–4:00 p.m.
📍 IBEW Local 405
💲 First Two Meetings Free
Photographers of every skill level are invited to connect, learn and share.

Shakespeare & His Text Workshop

🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 Registration Required
Explore Shakespeare's language in this workshop for actors and theatre lovers.

Auditions: Holy Mother of Bingo – Murder Mystery Bingo Theatre

🕖 7:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Giving Tree Theater
💲 Free Audition
Audition for an interactive comedy combining bingo, mystery and live theatre.

🎮 Games & Hobbies

Modern MTG RCQ

🕙 10:00 a.m.
📍 First Turn Games
💲 $30
Competitive Magic: The Gathering tournament for experienced players.

SWU: Ashes of the Empire Prerelease

🕛 Noon
📍 First Turn Games
💲 Registration Required
Be among the first to play the newest Star Wars Unlimited expansion.

Mahjong Bootcamp

🕚 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 Kingston's Steakhouse & Event Venue
💲 Registration Required
Spend the afternoon learning one of the world's most popular strategy games.

Pitch Black Pokémon Prerelease (Event B)

🕒 3:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Coulee Cards & Gaming
💲 $25
Compete in the newest Pokémon Build & Battle prerelease event.

🎵 Live Music & Entertainment

Hayden Ostwinkle

🕒 3:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Sag Wagon
💲 Free
Enjoy live country favorites on the patio.

Barb Francisco Live

🕒 3:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 The Village Tap
💲 Free
Relax with patio music, food and drinks.

Karl Hudson Live

🕓 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 The Pedaler's Fork
💲 Free
Enjoy live music alongside Sunday drink specials.

2000's Music Bingo

🕓 4:00 p.m.
📍 Kingston's Steakhouse
💲 Free
Test your knowledge of 2000s hits while competing for prizes.

Never Miss a Sunday Show

🕔 5:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
💲 Free
Rock, rhythm and blues from Nate Hines, Dan Johnson and Eric Douglas.

Cedar Rapids Municipal Band Concert

🕢 7:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Ellis Park
💲 Free
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy one of Cedar Rapids' favorite summer traditions.

Sunday Funday with Rahlan Kay

🕦 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
📍 North Point Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
Spend the afternoon enjoying live music and summer drinks.

Special Thanks

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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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