Events for Wednesday, May 13th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
☀️ Wednesday in Eastern Iowa is full of wellness, creativity, and community fun! Enjoy yoga, story times, Makerspace activities, trivia nights, live music jams, karaoke, chess, art workshops, and a daytime Kernels game. Don’t miss the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Welcome Home celebration Wednesday night at the airport!
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.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | Cedar Rapids Area Events
Forecast: Mostly Sunny with a high of 72° and a low of 44°.
Health, Wellness & Fitness
GERIFIT
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
💲 Free
A fitness class for adults 60+ focused on improving strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility.
Gentle Yoga 60 Min
📍 Hands in Harmony
⏰ 8:30 a.m.
💲 $20 drop-in | Passes available
Enjoy an accessible all-levels yoga class focused on mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation.
Cycle Class Wednesday Mornings
📍 The MAC – Midwest Athletic Club
⏰ 5:45–6:30 a.m.
💲 Contact venue for pricing
Start your morning with an energetic indoor cycling workout led by instructor Martha Boge.
Yoga Flow
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Contact venue for pricing
A flowing yoga class connecting breath and movement in a meditative practice for all experience levels.
Somatic Slow Flow
📍 Rootspace Wellness
⏰ 5:30–6:45 p.m.
💲 Contact venue for pricing
A calming breath-led yoga flow incorporating somatic movement to release tension and restore balance.
Soundness with Sayde Yoga
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
💲 $15
A therapeutic yoga session combining breathwork, movement, and mindfulness for emotional and physical wellness.
Sound Bath
📍 ReAlive Metaphysical Shop
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
💲 Free / goodwill donation
Experience deep relaxation through immersive sound healing using holistic instruments.
Chair Yoga with Jamie
📍 Breathing Room Yoga
⏰ 4–5 p.m.
💲 Drop-in pricing available
An accessible chair-based yoga class perfect for beginners, recovery, or gentle movement needs.
Family & Kids
Baby & Toddler Story Time at the Downtown Library
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Free
A story, song, and playtime program designed to build early literacy skills for babies and toddlers.
Babble and Brew
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
💲 Free
Children under 4 and caregivers can explore literacy activities, music, and play while enjoying coffee and conversation.
Dungeons & Dragons
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Join weekly adventures with beginner-friendly D&D games for all ages and experience levels.
MomCo Meeting (Mom’s Group)
📍 Hillside Community Church
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Moms gather for encouragement, activities, discussion, and connection with optional childcare available.
Arts, Crafts & Creativity
Sacred & Profane Art Exhibit
📍 St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
⏰ 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
💲 Free
Explore a gallery exhibit featuring icons and fiber art by Robert Appel and Timothy Hein.
Genealogy Junkies
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Family history enthusiasts can collaborate, research, and access genealogy resources together.
Quarter Barrel – Pink Sky Blue Tree – Cork N Canvas Iowa
📍 Quarter Barrel Arcade & Brewery
⏰ 6–8:15 p.m.
💲 $35
Create a guided painting while enjoying food, drinks, and arcade vibes in a fun social atmosphere.
Finger Knit Gnome Class
📍 The Painted Butterfly
⏰ 6 p.m.
💲 Contact venue for pricing
Learn finger knitting techniques while creating an adorable handmade gnome decoration.
Community & Learning
1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids
📍 NewBoCo
⏰ 8:30–10 a.m.
💲 Free
Entrepreneurs and community members gather for networking, founder stories, and collaborative discussions.
Goodwill Career Services WOW Workshop
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
💲 Free
Gain practical job-search and workplace skills through this career readiness workshop series.
Craft Your Perfect Resume
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 12:30–3:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Learn how to build an effective resume that highlights your strengths and experience.
Memory Cafe
📍 Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
💲 Free
A welcoming support space for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.
Mahjong
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
💲 Free
Enjoy casual open-play American Mahjong with fellow players at the library.
Makerspace Open Hours
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 3–6 p.m.
💲 Free
Experiment with 3D printers, Cricut machines, and creative technology during open lab hours.
English Practice Conversation Group
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 4–5 p.m.
💲 Free
Practice conversational English in a welcoming and supportive group environment.
Learn & Practice English at the Library
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 5–6 p.m.
💲 Free
Improve English speaking skills through guided discussions and interactive activities.
Cedar Rapids Chess Club
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to learn, teach, and play chess together.
Intro to Bike Camping with Goldfinch Cyclery
📍 Chain Reaction Bike Hub
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Learn the basics of bike camping, gear packing, and overnight trip planning from experienced riders.
Food, Drink & Social Events
Weekly Free Trivia at NewBo City Market
📍 NewBo City Market
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 Free
Test your trivia knowledge with Trivia Mafia during this weekly team competition.
Trivia
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
⏰ 6:30–9:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Enjoy multiple rounds of trivia, music rounds, and prizes while dining and drinking locally.
Trivia Wednesdays
📍 Voodoo Brewing Co. – Cedar Rapids
⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Weekly trivia night featuring team play, prizes, and a relaxed brewery atmosphere.
This Feels Like a Rosé Night
📍 WineStyles Cedar Rapids (Edgewood)
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
💲 Contact venue for pricing
Sample a curated lineup of chilled rosé wines perfect for spring and patio season.
2 Jams 1 Cup May
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar + The Olympic Southside Theater
⏰ 7–11 p.m.
💲 Free entry | $10 cup special
Two local venues host open jam sessions with live music, drink specials, and collaborative performances.
Shrek Karaoke Party
📍 Moco Game Room & Hot Dog Bar
⏰ 9 p.m.
💲 Free
Dress as your favorite Shrek character and enjoy karaoke, themed drinks, and swampy fun.
Sports & Recreation
Kernels Baseball vs Fort Wayne
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
⏰ 12:05 p.m.
💲 Ticket prices vary
Catch the Cedar Rapids Kernels as they take on Fort Wayne in a daytime matchup.
Networking & Special Interest
Trivia Wednesdays
📍 Voodoo Brewing Co. – Cedar Rapids
⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Gather your smartest friends for a lively weekly trivia competition with prizes and beer.
HOTH Event: Eastern Iowa Honor Flight Welcome Home
📍 Eastern Iowa Airport
⏰ Rally at 8:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Help welcome veterans home from Washington D.C. with a community flag line and celebration.
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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