Events for Wednesday, July 15th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Today on Cedar Rapids Daily, we're highlighting another busy summer day across Eastern Iowa with plenty of ways to stay active, creative, and connected. Enjoy family favorites like Finding Nemo at Brucemore, Picnic in the Park, and a live reptile presentation, or explore Makerspace, art classes, and community learning opportunities. You'll also find wellness classes, farmers markets, trivia, live music, cycling, and games throughout the evening. Whether you're looking for family fun, lifelong learning, or a relaxing night out, there's something happening across the Cedar Rapids area today.

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 | Wednesday, July 15

Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 93° and a low of 72°. It's another hot summer day across Eastern Iowa, so be sure to stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade, and enjoy another full lineup of community events, family activities, live entertainment, and outdoor fun.

🌿 Health & Wellness

GeriFit

⏰ 8:00–8:45 a.m. & 12:00–12:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility in this fitness class designed for adults ages 60 and older.

Community Gardening in the Shakespeare Garden

⏰ 9:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Ellis Park
💲 Free
Spend the morning helping care for the beautiful Shakespeare Garden while enjoying fresh air and community.

Yoga Flow

⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Varies
Enjoy an all-levels flowing yoga class that connects movement and breath for strength, relaxation, and mindfulness.

Summer Teen Yoga

⏰ 10:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Breathing Room Yoga
💲 See registration
Teens can unwind with a supportive yoga class featuring movement, mindfulness, and relaxation.

Chair Yoga with Jamie

⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Breathing Room Yoga
💲 Drop-in fee
A gentle chair-based yoga class designed for beginners, those recovering from injury, or anyone seeking accessible movement.

Beat the Heat at ImOn Ice

⏰ 12:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 ImOn Ice Arena
💲 Public skate admission (FREE skate rentals)
Cool off with an afternoon of skating while enjoying complimentary skate rentals.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids

Music and Movement

⏰ 10:00–10:30 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Young children can sing, dance, and make music during this interactive library program.

Baby & Toddler Story Time

⏰ 10:00–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, and playtime help build early literacy skills for little ones.

Crafts for Kids

⏰ 10:00–10:30 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Kids can create a colorful Bright Dot Fish craft while supplies last.

Game On: Greene Square

⏰ 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Children ages 5–12 can enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on outdoor activities.

Summer in the Square: Picnic in the Park

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month with free lunch, music, games, and family fun downtown.

The Cold-Blooded Redhead

⏰ 2:00–2:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Meet snakes, tortoises, and other fascinating reptiles during this interactive wildlife presentation.

Ninja Gym Open Gym

⏰ 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Little Sports Torts Indoor Play Space
💲 Registration required
Kids can climb, jump, balance, and conquer the ninja obstacle course during open gym.

Disney's Finding Nemo

⏰ 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Brucemore
💲 See ticket pricing
Pack a picnic and enjoy Theatre Cedar Rapids Youth Theatre's live outdoor production of the beloved Disney musical.

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creativity

MakerSpace Open Hours

⏰ 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Experiment with 3D printers, Cricut machines, and other creative tools in the library's MakerSpace.

Pints & Puzzles

⏰ 4:00 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery
💲 Varies
Gather a team, enjoy a drink, and race against the clock to complete a puzzle.

Cork N Canvas: Rolling Hills Painting

⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Spinal Taproom
💲 $35
Create your own canvas painting during this guided adults-only art night.

📚 Learning & Community

DAWN Method Dementia Care for Families

⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Registration required
Family caregivers can learn practical strategies for supporting loved ones living with dementia.

Goodwill WOW Workshop

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Develop valuable workplace skills and complete sessions toward earning a gift card.

Craft Your Perfect Resume

⏰ 12:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Learn how to build a stronger resume that highlights your skills and experience.

Wednesday Afternoon Caregiver Coffee

⏰ 1:30–3:00 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free
Connect with fellow caregivers for conversation, support, and practical advice.

English Practice Conversation Group

⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Practice conversational English in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Learn & Practice English

⏰ 5:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Improve your English through guided conversations and interactive activities.

Community ASL Class

⏰ 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Learn American Sign Language while building communication skills and community connections.

Genealogy Junkies

⏰ 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Research your family history with help from fellow genealogy enthusiasts.

Hopeful Mama Foundation Support Group

⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Women navigating fertility journeys are invited to gather for support and encouragement.

🎲 Games, Clubs & Recreation

Mahjong

⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy open American Mahjong with players of all experience levels.

Dungeons & Dragons

⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Embark on weekly adventures with fellow tabletop gamers. Beginners are welcome.

Coding Cohort for Teens

⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Teens can build coding skills in a collaborative small-group setting.

Cedar Rapids Chess Club

⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to learn, practice, and compete.

Weekly Trivia at NewBo City Market

⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Gather your smartest friends for an evening of Trivia Mafia and great prizes.

Modern Wednesdays

⏰ 6:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 First Turn Games
💲 See store for details
Magic: The Gathering players can enjoy weekly Modern format play.

Blood on the Clocktower

⏰ 6:30–9:00 p.m.
📍 First Turn Games
💲 Registration required
Experience one of today's most popular social deduction games.

Survey Says: Friendly Feud

⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 The Pedaler's Fork
💲 Free
Compete in a Family Feud-style game night where popularity beats perfect answers.

🚲 Community & Outdoor Activities

Farmers Market at Old MacDonald's Farm

⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Old MacDonald's Farm
💲 Free admission
Shop fresh produce, meats, baked goods, and handcrafted items from local vendors.

FTWN Dessert Ride

⏰ 5:30 p.m.
📍 Chain Reaction Bike Hub
💲 Free
Enjoy a community-paced bicycle ride with stops for delicious local desserts.

🎵 Live Music & Entertainment

Cedar Rapids Municipal Band Concert

⏰ 7:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Kingston Yard
💲 Free
Spend the evening enjoying a free outdoor performance from the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band.

Wess-side Jam

⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Double Z Bar & Grill
💲 Free
Enjoy an evening of classic rock, blues, country, and Southern rock performed live.

GTT Improv Tree House

⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Giving Tree Theater
💲 See ticket pricing
Enjoy fast-paced, completely improvised comedy inspired by audience suggestions.

Beggars' Bargain

⏰ 8:00–11:00 p.m.
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar
💲 $16 advance / $23 day of show
The acclaimed Iowa folk duo brings intimate harmonies and Americana storytelling to Cedar Rapids.

Death Cafe

⏰ 7:00–8:30 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
Take part in an open, welcoming conversation about life, death, and everything in between over tea and snacks.

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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