Events for Thursday, July 23rd, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Friday, July 24 is packed with some of the biggest events of the summer across Eastern Iowa! In today's episode, we highlight the 2026 IHSAA State Baseball Tournament, Rock the Block at NewBo City Market, and Summer in the Square: Christmas in July in downtown Cedar Rapids. Families can enjoy story times, outdoor movies, and pioneer adventures, while adults can explore Czech Village Sidewalk Sales, wellness sessions at the Harmony Festival, live music across the region, NASCAR racing at Hawkeye Downs, and performances of Little Women. Whether you're looking for free family fun, local shopping, sports, or a night out, Cedar Rapids Daily has everything you need to plan your day 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 | Friday, July 24
🌤️ Forecast
Partly cloudy with a high of 76° and a low of 62°. A beautiful summer day to explore festivals, baseball, live music, family activities, and outdoor adventures throughout Eastern Iowa.
🌟 Featured Events
⚾ 2026 IHSAA State Baseball Tournament
⏰ Time: Tournament Schedule
📍 Location: Veterans Memorial Stadium
💲 Cost: Admission Required
Watch Iowa's best Class 3A and 4A teams compete for state championships.
🎸 Rock the Block
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: NewBo City Market
💲 Cost: FREE
Enjoy live music, local food, and drinks during one of Cedar Rapids' favorite Friday traditions.
🎄 Summer in the Square: Christmas in July
⏰ Time: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Greene Square Park
💲 Cost: FREE
Celebrate with holiday games, crafts, music, and festive family fun.
👨👩👧 Family & Kids
🏡 Little Pioneers
⏰ Time: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Ushers Ferry Historic Village
💲 Cost: Admission may apply
Experience pioneer life through hands-on crafts, games, chores, and storytelling.
👶 Baby & Toddler Story Time
⏰ Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Ladd Library
💲 Cost: FREE
Stories, songs, movement, and play designed for children ages newborn through three.
📚 Your Library at Daniels Park
⏰ Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Daniels Park
💲 Cost: FREE
Enjoy story time, games, Summer Reading activities, and mobile library fun.
🎬 Movies on the Move: Freakier Friday
⏰ Time: 7:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Thomas Park, Marion
💲 Cost: FREE
Bring a blanket and enjoy an outdoor movie with family-friendly activities before the show.
💪 Health & Wellness
💪 GeriFit
⏰ Time: 8:00–8:45 a.m. & Noon–12:45 p.m.
📍 Location: Ely Public Library
💲 Cost: FREE
Improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility in this fitness class for adults 60+.
🧘 Baby & Me Yoga
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m.–Noon
📍 Location: Toula Yoga
💲 Cost: $20 Drop-In | $78 Series
A welcoming yoga class designed to help postpartum moms reconnect, relax, and build community.
🧘 Metta Yoga
⏰ Time: 9:30 a.m. (Gentle) & 10:45 a.m. (Chair Yoga)
📍 Location: Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 Cost: $15 Drop-In
Enjoy beginner-friendly yoga focused on movement, flexibility, and relaxation.
🧘 Harmony Festival Wellness Sessions
⏰ Time: Beginning 4:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Various Downtown Cedar Rapids locations
💲 Cost: Festival Pricing
Experience yoga, sound meditation, mindfulness, and wellness workshops throughout downtown.
🎨 Arts, Museums & Learning
🖼️ Free Summer Admission
⏰ Time: Museum Hours
📍 Location: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 Cost: FREE
Visit sixteen galleries featuring Grant Wood and other outstanding collections.
🪟 Gallery Talk: Grant Wood's Memorial Window
⏰ Time: 11:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Veterans Memorial Building
💲 Cost: FREE
Learn about one of Cedar Rapids' most treasured works of public art.
✍️ Community Writers Circle
⏰ Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Cost: FREE
Connect with fellow writers to share ideas and grow your writing skills.
🖨️ MakerSpace Open Hours
⏰ Time: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Marion Public Library
💲 Cost: FREE
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, heat presses, and other creative technology.
🎭 Entertainment & Nightlife
🎭 Little Women
⏰ Time: 7:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Giving Tree Theater
💲 Cost: Admission Required
Enjoy the beloved musical based on Louisa May Alcott's timeless novel.
🏁 NASCAR Weekly Racing & Bike Night
⏰ Time: 7:05 p.m.
📍 Location: Hawkeye Downs Speedway
💲 Cost: Adults $15 | Youth/Seniors/Veterans $10 | Kids 8 & Under FREE
Experience exciting local racing and bike giveaways for kids.
🎶 Live Music Around Eastern Iowa
Rock the Block | NewBo City Market | 6–8 p.m. | FREE
Pop-Up Acts in the Artway | Uptown Marion | 6–8 p.m. | FREE
Carson Janik | Kingston Yard | 7–10 p.m.
Dogs on Skis | Cedar Ridge Winery | 6–9 p.m.
❤️ Community Events
🩸 American Red Cross Blood Drive
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Big Grove Brewery
💲 Cost: FREE to Donate
Donate blood and receive special donor rewards while helping save lives.
🛍️ Czech Village Sidewalk Sales
⏰ Time: Beginning at 10:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Czech Village
💲 Cost: FREE to Attend
Browse fantastic sidewalk bargains while supporting locally owned businesses.
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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