Events for Tuesday, July 21st, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Welcome to Cedar Rapids Daily for Tuesday, July 21! Today's forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with a comfortable high of 84° and a low of 60°—perfect weather to get outside and explore everything happening across Eastern Iowa. In today's episode, we'll cover wellness classes, family-friendly library programs, creative workshops, local history, community gatherings, and an exciting evening of entertainment. From Tai Chi and Story Time to Mansion Hill walking tours, Tuesday Night Titans racing, and a live concert featuring Cypress Hill and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, we've rounded up the day's top events so you can make the most of your Tuesday 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, July 21
🌤️ Forecast
Partly cloudy with a high of 84° and a low of 60°. Comfortable summer weather makes it a perfect day to get outside, explore the community, or enjoy one of the many evening events happening across Eastern Iowa.
🌟 Today's Highlights
🧘 Multiple Tai Chi and wellness classes
🐻 Early Learning Story Time & STEAM Play
🐉 Glass Bird Summer Camp Workshop
🎨 Edge Painting & Creative Writing
🚗 Mansion Hill Walking Tour
🏎️ Tuesday Night Titans Racing
🎤 Cypress Hill & Bone Thugs-N-Harmony at McGrath Amphitheatre
🎲 Trivia, Music Bingo & Open Mic Comedy
🌿 Health & Wellness
☕ Men's Caregiver Coffee
🕗 8–9:30 a.m. & 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free
A welcoming support group for male caregivers featuring conversation, networking, and practical caregiving advice.
☯️ Tai Chi
🕗 8–9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy a relaxing morning Tai Chi session designed to improve balance, flexibility, and overall wellness.
☯️ Tai Chi – Advanced
🕘 9–9:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Experienced participants can strengthen both body and mind through guided Tai Chi practice.
☯️ Tai Chi for Beginners
🕙 10–10:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A beginner-friendly introduction to one of the world's most effective wellness exercises.
👩 Women's Caregiver Coffee
🕜 1:30–3 p.m.
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free
Female caregivers are invited to connect, learn, and support one another.
🧘 Practice in the Prairie
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
💲 Free
Enjoy yoga or Pilates surrounded by prairie landscapes during this popular outdoor wellness series.
👨👩👧 Family & Kids
📖 Early Learning Story Time
🕙 10–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library – Downtown
💲 Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute fun for children ages 2–5.
🔬 STEAM Play for Littles
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Children can explore STEM toys, crafts, and imaginative play while parents connect.
🎨 Picasso in the Park
🕙 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Kids can paint, glue, color, and create their own artistic masterpieces.
📚 Your Library at Twin Pines Park
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Twin Pines Park
💲 Free
Enjoy story time, books, games, giveaways, and the Mobile Technology Lab.
💎 Bling & A Book
🕐 1–2 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Tweens can personalize books with sparkly decorations.
🎲 Elementary Activity Time
🕐 1–3 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Drop in for crafts, puzzles, games, and creative play.
🔬 Tuesday STEM Projects
🕑 2–2:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
This week's hands-on STEM activity features geode making.
🦇 Incredible Bats
🕓 4–5 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Meet special guests while learning fascinating facts about bats.
🎯 Family NERF Night
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Enjoy exciting family-friendly NERF battles, games, and challenges.
🎈 $5 Tuesday Open Play
🕘 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Brewed Imagination
💲 $5 per child
A full day of imaginative indoor play for little ones.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creativity
🐦 Glass Standing Bird Workshop
🕐 1–2:30 p.m.
📍 Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio
💲 $25
Kids ages 7–15 create their own fused glass standing bird.
🪵 Cedar Valley Woodcarvers Meeting
🕓 4–9 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Community Center
💲 Free
Woodcarvers of every skill level gather to learn, carve, and socialize.
✂️ Chatty Crafters
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Bring your latest craft project and enjoy an evening with fellow makers.
✍️ Summer Writing Circle
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Practice creative writing and receive optional feedback in a welcoming environment.
📚 Edge of Creativity
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Learn the art of painting beautiful book edges.
🎨 Paint Night
🕡 6:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing & Ian's Pizza
💲 Registration required
Create a colorful mushroom and butterfly painting while enjoying local food and drinks.
📚 Libraries & Learning
👵 Senior Social Hour
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Coffee, conversation, games, and crafts for area seniors.
🛠️ MakerSpace Open Hours
🕛 12–2 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, and creative technology.
🌎 International Snacking
🕓 4–5 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Taste snacks from around the world.
📖 What'cha Reading? Book Club
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Swamp Fox Bookstore (Marion)
💲 Free
Share your latest favorite reads in this relaxed book discussion.
📚 Pages with Partners
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Goldfinch Tap + Eatery
💲 Free
Couples book club discussing The Knight and the Moth.
🌎 Community Events
🎯 El Kahir Shrine Cornhole Blind Draw
🕠 Registration 5:30 p.m. | Bags Fly 6:30 p.m.
📍 El Kahir Shrine
💲 $10
Monthly double-elimination cornhole tournament with full payouts.
🤝 Community Connections
🕔 5–6:30 p.m.
📍 The Views of Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
Meet new people while enjoying snacks, tours, and conversation.
🍔 El Kahir Shrine Tuesday Night Out
🕠 5:30–8 p.m.
📍 El Kahir Shrine
💲 Food available for purchase
Relax with food, drinks, cornhole, darts, and good company.
🚶 Walking Tour: Mansion Hill / Auto Row
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 The History Center
💲 $6 Members | $8 General Public
Explore Cedar Rapids history through one of its most fascinating neighborhoods.
👩 July HighHER Social
🕓 4–6 p.m.
📍 Goldfinch Tap + Eatery
💲 Free
Network and connect with women from across Eastern Iowa.
🏎️ Sports & Recreation
🏁 Tuesday Night Titans
🕖 7–9:30 p.m.
📍 Hawkeye Downs Speedway
💲 Adults $15 | Youth/Seniors/Veterans $10
Watch youth racers and first-time drivers compete in an exciting night of racing.
🎵 Live Music & Entertainment
🎤 Cypress Hill & Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
🕖 7–10:30 p.m.
📍 McGrath Amphitheatre
💲 Ticketed Event
Legendary hip-hop artists bring their summer tour to Cedar Rapids.
🎷 Marion Big Band
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Terrace Glen
💲 Free
Enjoy an evening of big band favorites.
🎸 Rock Hard Open Jam
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 Kickstand
💲 Free
Bring your instrument—or just listen—to this weekly hard rock jam.
🎤 Twilight Tuesday
🕖 7–11 p.m.
📍 The Shack Tavern
💲 Free
Live jukebox-style music mixed with karaoke.
🎭 Comedy Open Mic
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
💲 Free
Laugh along with local comedians and first-time performers.
🍻 Trivia, Games & Nightlife
🧠 Trivia on Tap — 6:30–9:30 p.m. | Stadium Bar & Grill | Free
📖 Fourth Wing Trivia Night — 7 p.m. | Mulligan's Pub | Free
🎵 Weekly Music Bingo — 7–9 p.m. | The Bar Cedar Rapids | Free
🎤 DJ Trivia — 7–8:30 p.m. | Bushwood Sports Bar & Grill | Free
🎤 Turnt Up Tuesday Karaoke — 9 p.m.–2 a.m. | Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill | Free to attend
🏛️ Ongoing
🖼️ Free Summer Admission
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 Free through August 30
Explore 16 galleries free all summer long 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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