Events for Friday, June 12th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

In today’s Cedar Rapids Daily for Friday, June 12, we’re highlighting a huge lineup of events happening across Eastern Iowa, including Rock the Block at NewBo City Market, the St. Ludmila Kolach Festival, outdoor movie night at Lowe Park, and live comedy from Fortune Feimster and Nate Bargatze. Families can enjoy baby animals at Bloomsbury Farm, kayaking and fishing at Ushers Ferry, story times, hikes, and kids activities throughout the area, while adults can check out live music, improv comedy, community festivals, art events, and World Cup watch parties around Cedar Rapids. Whether you’re looking for family fun, nightlife, outdoor adventures, or ways to support local organizations and businesses, there’s something happening all across the corridor this Friday.

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.

Friday, June 12, 2026

Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 80° and a low of 62°.

☀️ Health, Wellness & Community

GERIFIT

📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 8–8:45 a.m. & 12–12:45 p.m.
💲 Free
Strength, balance, and mobility-focused fitness classes designed for adults 60+.

United We Thrive: A Community Impact Celebration

📍 The Hotel at Kirkwood Center
⏰ 7:30 a.m.
💲 Registration required
Celebrate another year of community impact with United Way of East Central Iowa.

Encore Café

📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
💲 Registration required
A dietitian-reviewed community meal program paired with wellness and social activities for older adults.

Community Writers Circle

📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 1–2 p.m.
💲 Free
A welcoming adult writing group for creatives of all experience levels.

Computer Basics for English Learners

📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 3–4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A beginner-friendly class introducing technology basics and internet skills.

Ice Cream Social

📍 Greene Square Park
⏰ 5–7 p.m.
💲 Free
Celebrate summer with free ice cream, games, and family-friendly activities downtown.

Pride in the Park

📍 Guthridge Park Green Pavilion
⏰ 6 p.m.
💲 Free
An inclusive community celebration featuring music, food, resources, and activities.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids

Fish and Float Fridays

📍 Ushers Ferry Historic Village
⏰ 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
💲 Registration required
Kids can kayak, fish, and explore the Seminole Valley backwaters during this outdoor adventure experience.

Baby & Toddler Story Time

📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Free
Stories, songs, and playtime designed for children ages newborn to 3 years old.

Little Learners with Ms. Rachel

📍 Brewed Imagination
⏰ 9:30–11:30 a.m.
💲 Ticketed event
Interactive songs, movement, stories, and play inspired by the popular children’s educator.

Baby Animal Festival

📍 Bloomsbury Farm
⏰ 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
💲 Admission required
Meet adorable baby animals, enjoy family attractions, and experience springtime fun on the farm.

Mini Explorer Hiking Club

📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
⏰ 10:30–11:30 a.m.
💲 Admission required
A family-friendly outdoor hike designed for young children and caregivers.

Your Library at Daniels Park

📍 Daniels Park
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
💲 Free
Story time, games, giveaways, and mobile library fun as part of the Summer Reading Challenge.

A Very Muppet Summer: “The Muppet Movie”

📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 2–4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Enjoy a classic family-friendly Jim Henson film on the big screen.

Friday Afternoon Magic

📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 2:30–4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Bring your favorite Magic: The Gathering or Pokémon decks for casual games and community fun.

Teen Dragon Eye Craft

📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
💲 Free
Teens can sculpt and paint their own dragon eye creations using air-dry clay.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens & Tweens

📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Adventure, storytelling, and collaborative gameplay for young fantasy fans.

Moonlit Movie Series: Zootopia 2

📍 Klopfenstein Amphitheater at Lowe Park
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 Free
Enjoy inflatables, glitter tattoos, food trucks, and an outdoor movie under the stars.

Robins Roundup 5K & Kids Color Run

📍 East Knoll Park, Robins
⏰ 7–9:30 p.m.
💲 Registration varies
A twilight community fun run featuring a free kids color run and family activities.

Lucky Stars Shooting Camp

📍 ImOn Ice Arena
⏰ 7:15 p.m.
💲 Registration required
Hockey players can sharpen shooting and puck movement skills during this specialized training camp.

🎨 Arts, Creativity & Learning

Makerspace Open Hours

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

Gallery Talk: Grant Wood Memorial Window

📍 Veterans Memorial Building
⏰ 11 a.m.
💲 Free
Learn about Grant Wood’s historic stained-glass memorial window honoring veterans.

Sisters Books & Nooks Tote Bag Painting

📍 Sisters Books & Nooks
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 $25
Create a custom painted tote bag during this guided Cork N Canvas workshop.

First Laughs at Ellis House

📍 Ellis House
⏰ 6:30–9:30 p.m.
💲 Ticketed event
An evening of improv comedy featuring Yesandia and local performers.

Fiddler on the Roof

📍 CSPS Hall
⏰ 7:30–9:30 p.m.
💲 Ticketed event
Revival Theatre Company presents the beloved musical celebrating family, tradition, and community.

Noises Off

📍 Theatre Cedar Rapids
⏰ 7:30 p.m.
💲 Ticketed event
A fast-paced backstage comedy packed with chaos, missed cues, and nonstop laughs.

🌽 Community Events & Markets

St. Ludmila Kolach Festival

📍 St. Ludmila Catholic Church
⏰ 5 p.m.–1 a.m.
💲 Kolaches available for purchase
Celebrate Czech heritage with fresh kolaches, music, games, food, and family fun.

Cooking for a Cause

📍 Groundswell Café
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 Registration required
Parents, grandparents, and children can cook together while helping support the Cultivate Hope Corner Store.

Rock the Block 2026

📍 NewBo City Market
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 Free
Enjoy free live music from The King of Mars along with food, drinks, and summer vibes in the Market Yard.

Pop-Up Acts in the Artway

📍 Uptown Marion Artway
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 Free
Live local music fills Marion’s Artway with this week’s featured performer, Day Ashworth.

World Cup Watch Parties

📍 The Yard & Big Grove Brewery
⏰ 8 p.m.
💲 Free
Watch Team USA take on Paraguay on the big screen with fellow soccer fans.

🎶 Live Music, Comedy & Nightlife

Rooftop Music: Drew Hurn

📍 Pickle Palace
⏰ 3–6 p.m.
💲 Free
Enjoy happy hour with live music from Cedar Rapids native Drew Hurn.

El Kahir Basket Night

📍 El Kahir Shrine
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 $10 baskets
Classic burgers, tenderloins, fries, and community fellowship.

Friday Night Music

📍 Cedar Ridge Distillery
⏰ 6–9 p.m.
💲 Free
A live band performs favorite hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.

The Ultraviolet Sunrise

📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 Free
Celebrate Rob’s birthday with live music and local nightlife energy.

Shake the Lake

📍 Sag Wagon
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 Free
Nothings Real performs favorite 90s and 2000s alternative rock hits.

The Coolerators Patio Party

📍 Kickstand
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 Free
Classic rock, blues, and soul tunes on the patio.

Fortune Feimster: Takin’ Care of Biscuits Tour

📍 Paramount Theatre
⏰ 7–9:30 p.m.
💲 Ticketed event
The nationally acclaimed comedian brings her latest stand-up tour to Cedar Rapids.

Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour

📍 Alliant Energy PowerHouse
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 Ticketed event
One of comedy’s biggest stars takes the stage for a night of clean, relatable humor.

Party at the Point

📍 North Point
⏰ 8 p.m.–12:30 a.m.
💲 No cover
Dance, music, and late-night fun with an upbeat community atmosphere.

The Meany’s

📍 Otis’ Tailgators Sports Bar
⏰ 9 p.m.
💲 Free
Live music featuring favorite party hits and crowd favorites.

Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties.

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

Employee-owned and tenant-focused, Gutschmidt Properties creates sustainable spaces that make a real community impact. From studios and sleeping rooms in their historic Smyth House, to both their old and new homes as part of the Rainbow Road project just off I‑380, or flexible commercial space at Averill House in downtown Cedar Rapids, they may have just the place for you. Every house has a story—write yours in one of their homes. Learn more at gutschmidtproperties.com.

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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