Events for Friday, June 19th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Kick off the weekend with an exciting lineup of events happening across Eastern Iowa this Friday, June 19! From Juneteenth celebrations and family-friendly festivals to live music, outdoor adventures, baseball, racing, and community gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Meet baby animals at Bloomsbury Farm, cheer on Team USA at World Cup watch parties, explore local art and culture, catch the Cedar Rapids Kernels under the lights, or enjoy live performances throughout Cedar Rapids, Marion, and beyond. Whether you're looking for family fun, community connection, sports, music, or a great night out, today's Cedar Rapids Daily has everything you need to make the most of your 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.
☀️🌤️ Cedar Rapids Daily | Friday, June 19, 2026 🌤️☀️
🌦️ Forecast
Partly Cloudy with a high of 78°F and a low of 59°F. A beautiful Friday to enjoy festivals, outdoor adventures, live music, baseball, racing, and community celebrations throughout Eastern Iowa!
🧘 Health, Wellness & Support
💪 GeriFit
📍 Ely Public Library
🕒 8:00–8:45 a.m. & 12:00–12:45 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 A strength and balance fitness class designed for adults 60+ to improve mobility, flexibility, and overall wellness.
🌈 Sensory Play Time
📍 The Fun Station – Cedar Rapids
🕒 9:00–11:00 a.m.
💲 Admission Varies
📝 Enjoy a quieter, sensory-friendly environment with reduced music and a calmer atmosphere.
👶 Family Fun & Kids Activities
📚 Baby & Toddler Story Time
📍 Ladd Library
🕒 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Free
📝 Stories, songs, and playtime help build early literacy skills for little learners.
🐮 Baby Animal Festival
📍 Bloomsbury Farm
🕒 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
💲 Admission Required
📝 Meet adorable baby animals and enjoy over 30 family-friendly attractions around the farm.
🎭 Expressive Arts with Tanager
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
🕒 10:00–11:00 a.m.
💲 Free
📝 Kids can explore emotions and creativity through theater games, music, movement, and art.
🎨 Doodlebugs
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
🕒 10:30–11:00 a.m.
💲 Free
📝 A fun and creative art experience presented by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
🌳 Your Library at Daniels Park
📍 Daniels Park
🕒 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Story time, games, giveaways, books, and Summer Reading Challenge fun in the park.
🐸 A Very Muppet Summer: The Great Muppet Caper
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
🕒 2:00–4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, and friends for a hilarious mystery adventure on the big screen.
🫧 Bubble Mania!
📍 Old MacDonald's Farm
🕒 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
💲 Free ($1 donation encouraged)
📝 Celebrate all things bubbles with family-friendly fun and farm animals.
🎨 Arts, Culture & Learning
🖼️ Gallery Talk: Grant Wood's Memorial Window
📍 Veterans Memorial Building
🕒 11:00–11:30 a.m.
💲 Free
📝 Learn about Grant Wood's iconic stained-glass masterpiece during this engaging gallery talk.
✍️ Community Writers Circle
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
🕒 1:00–2:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Connect with fellow writers and share ideas in a supportive creative environment.
💻 Computer Basics for English Learners
📍 Ladd Library
🕒 3:00–4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Learn computer fundamentals while building English language skills.
🎨 New Collection Release & Open Studio
📍 The Cherry Building
🕒 5:00–8:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Explore Mary Zeran's newest collection of vibrant abstract artwork and meet the artist.
✊ Juneteenth Events
❤️ Juneteenth Blood Drive
📍 African American Museum of Iowa
🕒 12:00–5:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Donate blood and support life-saving efforts during the museum's Juneteenth observance.
🎨 Community Art Project
📍 African American Museum of Iowa
🕒 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
💲 $1 Admission
📝 Participate in a collaborative art project celebrating Juneteenth and community.
🎉 Juneteenth Jubilee at The Yard
📍 The Yard
🕒 4:30–8:30 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Enjoy music, dance, culture, art, and family-friendly entertainment honoring Juneteenth.
⚽ Sports & Watch Parties
🇺🇸⚽ World Cup Watch Party
📍 The Yard
🕒 2:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Watch Team USA compete on the big screen with fellow soccer fans.
🍺⚽ FIFA Watch Party: USA vs. Australia
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
🕒 2:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Cheer on Team USA with food, drinks, and great company.
🇺🇸⚽ USA vs. Australia Watch Party
📍 Big Grove Brewery
🕒 2:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Catch all the World Cup action on indoor and outdoor big screens.
🚴 Juneteenth Ride
📍 The Shack Tavern
🕒 11:00 a.m.
💲 Free
📝 Join a 50-mile community bike ride through Eastern Iowa communities.
🎲 Gaming & Hobbies
🃏 Friday Afternoon Magic
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
🕒 2:30–4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Bring your Magic: The Gathering or Pokémon deck and play with fellow enthusiasts.
🦸 Marvel Super Heroes Prerelease
📍 First Turn Games
🕒 6:00 p.m.
💲 $50
📝 Be among the first players to experience Magic's newest Marvel-themed set.
🦸 MTG Marvel Super Heroes Prerelease
📍 Coulee Cards & Gaming
🕒 5:00 p.m.
💲 $35
📝 Open packs, build decks, and battle in this exciting prerelease event.
🦸 MTG Marvel Super Heroes Prerelease
📍 RePlay Gaming
🕒 6:30 p.m.
💲 $35
📝 Another opportunity to explore the newest Magic release before launch day.
⚾ Sports & Racing
⚾ Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Beloit Sky Carp
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
🕒 6:35 p.m.
💲 Admission Required
📝 Celebrate Iowa Corn Growers Night and enjoy 2-for-1 drinks throughout the game.
🏁 Mid-Season Championship Night
📍 Hawkeye Downs Speedway
🕒 7:05 p.m.
💲 Adults $15 | Youth/Seniors/Veterans $10 | Kids 8 & Under Free
📝 Experience thrilling local racing action and the fan-favorite Nickel Scramble.
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
🎷 Friday Night Music: FunkDaddies
📍 Cedar Ridge Distillery
🕒 6:00–9:00 p.m.
💲 Admission Varies
📝 Dance the night away with high-energy funk, soul, and Motown favorites.
🎸 Rock the Block
📍 NewBo City Market
🕒 6:00–8:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring Redemption in the Market Yard.
🎤 Pop-Up Acts in the Artway
📍 Uptown Marion Artway
🕒 6:00–8:00 p.m.
💲 Free
📝 Relax with live music from Kevin Moore in Marion's charming Artway.
🎶 Blues & Brews
📍 The History Center
🕒 7:00 p.m.
💲 $5
📝 Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of blues music under the summer sky.
🎵 Molly Shannon Band
📍 Sag Wagon
🕒 7:00–10:00 p.m.
💲 Admission Varies
📝 Enjoy a lively evening of local music and great company.
🎤 Christopher Dale
📍 Moose Lodge Cedar Rapids
🕒 7:00–10:00 p.m.
💲 Members & Qualified Guests
📝 A fun-filled evening of live entertainment and dancing.
🤠 Airyn Duffy
📍 Otis Tailgators Sports Bar
🕒 9:00 p.m.
💲 Admission Varies
📝 Catch Airyn Duffy's Cedar Rapids debut featuring country favorites and crowd singalongs.
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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