Events for Tuesday, July 28th, 2026.

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Welcome to Cedar Rapids Daily, your quick guide to everything happening across Eastern Iowa! In today's episode for Tuesday, July 28, we're covering a full day of family fun, outdoor wellness, creative workshops, and evening entertainment. Highlights include Bark in the Park with the Cedar Rapids Kernels, free summer admission at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, outdoor yoga at Practice in the Prairie, Family NERF Night, story times, Tai Chi classes, art workshops, trivia, comedy, live music, and an Almost Full Moon Hike. Whether you're looking for free activities, something to do with the kids, or a fun night out, Cedar Rapids Daily helps you discover the best events happening across Eastern Iowa—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 28

🌤️ Forecast

Partly cloudy with a high of 88° and a low of 66°. It'll be another warm summer day—perfect for library programs, outdoor fitness, family fun, and an evening at the ballpark.

🌟 Featured Events

⚾ Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Peoria Chiefs – Bark in the Park

🕡 6:35 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
💲 Tickets start at $9 (Dogs admitted FREE)
Bring your four-legged friend for Bark in the Park while enjoying 3-1-9 Tuesday specials featuring $3 burgers & hot dogs, $1 popcorn, and discounted club seats.

🎨 Free Summer Admission

Museum Hours
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 FREE
Explore sixteen galleries completely free all summer thanks to community sponsors.

🧘 Practice in the Prairie

🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
💲 FREE
Enjoy an outdoor yoga or Pilates class overlooking the prairie with some of Eastern Iowa's best instructors.

🎯 Family NERF Night

🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 FREE
Bring the family for Nerf battles, games, challenges, and friendly competition with equipment provided.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids

🎨 Picasso in the Park

10 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Create colorful art projects and take home your own masterpiece.

📚 Early Learning Story Time

10–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute play for children ages 2–5.

☕ Story Time at Stillwater

9:30–10 a.m.
📍 Stillwater Coffee, Hiawatha
💲 Free
Enjoy stories, songs, movement, and coffee with the Hiawatha Public Library.

🖍️ Doodlebugs Art Program

10:30–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A story and hands-on art activity presented with the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.

🚗 Tuesday STEM Projects

2–2:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Kids build a fun clothespin car while learning STEM principles.

🧱 LEGO & KEVA Club

4:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Creative building challenges and free play for elementary-aged children.

🔍 Murder Mystery Club

2–3 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Solve a self-guided mystery by examining clues and evidence.

📖 Your Library at Twin Pines Park

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Twin Pines Park
💲 Free
Storytime, games, giveaways, and the Mobile Technology Lab visit the park.

👑 $5 Tuesday Open Play

9 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Brewed Imagination
💲 $5 per child
A full day of imaginative indoor play featuring pretend kitchens, climbing areas, costumes, and more.

🧚 Fairy Houses & Stump Cities

10–11:30 a.m.
📍 Wickiup Hill Learning Center
💲 $15
Children ages 5–7 build magical fairy homes using natural materials.

💪 Health & Wellness

☯️ Tai Chi

8–9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Start the day with a relaxing Tai Chi session.

☯️ Advanced Tai Chi

9–9:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Improve strength, flexibility, and balance.

☯️ Beginner Tai Chi

10–10:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Perfect for newcomers interested in learning Tai Chi.

🙏 Evening Centering Prayer

5:30–7 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods
💲 Free-will donation
Experience guided silent meditation and reflection.

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Learning

🏺 Candy Dish Clay Camp

1–3 p.m.
📍 Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio
💲 $35
Kids ages 8–15 create and glaze a ceramic candy dish.

🧁 Glass Cupcake Plant Stake Workshop

1–2:30 p.m.
📍 Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio
💲 $25
Young artists create colorful fused-glass garden decorations.

🎨 Foil-Dip Canvas

4–5:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Create abstract acrylic artwork using foil techniques.

🖨️ MakerSpace Open Hours

1–4 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, heat presses, and more.

💎 Tween & Teen Jewelry Making

1–3 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Design bracelets, necklaces, and keychains.

🎤 Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Marisa Franco

1–2 p.m.
💻 Virtual (Marion Public Library)
💲 Free (Registration Required)
Learn about friendship, human connection, and relationships from bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco.

🏛️ Linn County Unburied: Mt. Vernon Cemetery

11 a.m.–Noon
📍 The History Center
💲 $8 General | $6 Members
Discover fascinating stories behind one of Linn County's historic cemeteries.

🎲 Evening Entertainment

🎨 Cork N Canvas

6–8 p.m.
📍 Mercury Diner & Drinks
💲 $35
Paint a beautiful summer scene while enjoying dinner and drinks.

🎲 Adult Game Night

6–9 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Bring friends or meet new ones for an evening of board games.

📚 Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Club

6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Discuss The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune.

🎸 Monthly Jam Session

6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Building
💲 Free
Veterans and musicians are invited for an evening of live music.

🎭 Comedy Open Mic

7–9 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
💲 Free
Watch local comedians—or sign up and perform yourself.

🎵 Yair Levi: The Kedem Experience

7:30 p.m.
📍 Paramount Theatre
💲 Ticketed
An evening of worship, music, and cultural celebration featuring internationally known artist Yair Levi.

🎤 Game Night at Mulligan's

7 p.m.
📍 Mulligan's Pub
💲 Free
Trivia, music bingo, and classic games with prizes.

🧠 Trivia Night

6:30–9:30 p.m.
📍 Stadium Bar & Grill
💲 Free
Compete for prizes in multiple rounds of team trivia.

🎶 Weekly Music Bingo

7–9 p.m.
📍 The Bar Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
Listen, match songs, and win house cash.

🎙️ DJ Trivia

7–8:30 p.m.
📍 Bushwood Sports Bar & Grill
💲 Free
Fast-paced team trivia with great food and drinks.

🌕 Almost Full Moon Hike

7:30–9 p.m.
📍 Wickiup Hill Learning Center
💲 $5 Adults | $2 Students
Enjoy an evening nature walk under the nearly full moon.

🎤 Twilight Tuesday

7–11 p.m.
📍 The Shack Tavern
💲 Free
Live music, karaoke, and a laid-back summer atmosphere.

🎤 Turnt Up Tuesday

9 p.m.–2 a.m.
📍 Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill
💲 Free
Finish the night with karaoke, music, and late-night fun.

👥 Community

☕ Men's Caregiver Coffee

8–9:30 a.m. & 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center
💲 Free
Male caregivers are invited to connect, share experiences, and find support.

☕ Senior Social Hour

10–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Coffee, conversation, games, and community for older adults.

🧶 Chatty Crafters

5–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Bring your favorite craft project and socialize with fellow makers.

📚 Summer Adult Reading Camp

Begins 3 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods
💲 $195–255
A relaxing overnight retreat designed for book lovers featuring meals, lodging, and plenty of uninterrupted reading time.

🎨 All Things Resin Workshop

6 p.m.
📍 The Painted Butterfly
💲 Registration Required
Create custom resin art including trays, suncatchers, letters, and more.

🎳 Half-Off Tuesday

11 a.m.–11 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Cedar Rapids
💲 50% Off
Enjoy discounted bowling, laser tag, and Game Zone attractions all day.

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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