Events for Tuesday, May 19th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Tuesday brings a full lineup of wellness, family activities, creative workshops, and community events across Cedar Rapids and Eastern Iowa. The day features Tai Chi, mindfulness classes, caregiver support groups, kids activities, teen maker programs, and multiple book clubs and creative workshops. Tuesday night also includes live entertainment, trivia, karaoke, music bingo, the Cyclone Tailgate Tour, community socials, and local history events, giving residents plenty of opportunities to connect, learn, and unwind around the corridor.
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.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Forecast: Slight chance of showers early with a high of 68° and a low of 44°
💪 Health, Wellness & Support
☯️ Tai Chi
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 8 – 9 a.m.
💲 Free
Start your morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session focused on gentle movement and mindfulness.
🧘 Tai Chi for Beginners
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 10 – 10:45 a.m.
💲 Free
An introductory Tai Chi class designed for beginners looking to improve balance, flexibility, and overall wellness.
🧠 Men’s Caregiver Coffee
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
⏰ 8 – 9:30 a.m. & 10 – 11:30 a.m.
💲 Free
A welcoming support group for male caregivers to connect, share experiences, and gain caregiving resources.
🧩 Drop-In Coffee for People Living with Dementia
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
⏰ 1:30 – 3 p.m.
💲 Free
An informal social gathering for individuals living with dementia or cognitive conditions.
🌿 Try It Tuesday
📍 Aligned Collective IA
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
💲 $25
Explore wellness services including energy work, oracle readings, PEMF, BrainTap, and more in introductory sessions.
🧘 What’s This Mindfulness Stuff All About Anyway?
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
⏰ 4:30 – 6 p.m.
💲 Registration Required
A mindfulness series exploring compassion, awareness, grief, and present-moment living.
👨👩👧 Family & Kids Activities
🪨 Make a Pet Rock
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
💲 Free
Drop in anytime to create your own silly or adorable pet rock masterpiece.
🎶 Move & Groove Tuesday
📍 Brewed Imagination
⏰ 9 – 11:30 a.m.
💲 $15 per Child
Enjoy music, movement, storytelling, and playtime with Orchestra Iowa.
🧸 Preschool Play Day
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
💲 Free
Hands-on play and exploration activities for preschoolers and caregivers.
🍬 Tween & Teen International Snack Club
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Tweens and teens can sample unique snacks from around the world.
🛠️ Teen Maker Club
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 4 – 5:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Teens can learn hands-on maker skills including 3D printing, Cricut design, and sewing.
📚 Books, Learning & Discussions
🎤 Virtual Author Talk: Nir Eyal
📍 Marion Public Library (Virtual Event)
⏰ 1 – 2 p.m.
💲 Free | Registration Required
Join bestselling author Nir Eyal for a discussion on mindset, psychology, and unlocking potential.
📖 What’cha Reading Book Club – Evening Edition
📍 Swamp Fox Bookstore
⏰ 6 – 7 p.m.
💲 Free
A relaxed book club where readers share recent favorites and discover new reads.
💕 Pages with Partners
📍 Goldfinch Tap + Eatery
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 Free
A casual couples book club hosted by HEA Book Boutique.
🔢 Seekers of Illumination: Numerology
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
⏰ 6 – 8 p.m.
💲 Varies
Explore numerology, life path numbers, and spiritual discussion in a welcoming group setting.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative Events
🪵 Cedar Valley Woodcarvers Monthly Meeting
📍 Hiawatha Community Center
⏰ 4 – 9 p.m.
💲 Varies
Woodcarvers of all skill levels gather to carve, learn, teach, and connect.
🧵 Chatty Crafters
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 5 – 7 p.m.
💲 Free
Bring your favorite craft project and socialize with fellow makers.
📚 Purrfect Pages: A Book Folding Workshop
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 6 – 7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Turn old books into adorable folded art creations.
🎨 Metallic Watercolor – Ancient Egyptian Art
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
⏰ 6 – 8 p.m.
💲 Registration Required
Create Egyptian-inspired artwork using metallic watercolor and hieroglyphics.
🌵 Sea Glass Succulent Class
📍 The Painted Butterfly – Fairfax
⏰ 6 p.m.
💲 Registration Required
Design a colorful sea glass succulent during this creative DIY workshop.
🏈 Sports, Games & Entertainment
🌪️ 2026 Cyclone Tailgate Tour
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids
⏰ 5 – 8 p.m.
💲 Free
Meet Iowa State coaches, staff, and Cy during this family-friendly Cyclone fan event.
🎶 M5 – The Mexican Brass
📍 Paramount Theatre
⏰ 7:30 – 9 p.m.
💲 Ticketed Event
An energetic musical performance blending classical, jazz, pop, and opera influences.
🧠 Adult Trivia Night: Sitcom Trivia
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Test your sitcom knowledge in multiple rounds of TV-themed trivia.
🎯 El Kahir Shrine Cornhole Blind Draw
📍 El Kahir Shrine
⏰ 5:30 – 10 p.m.
💲 $10 Entry
Monthly double-elimination cornhole tournament with cash payouts.
🍻 El Kahir Shrine Tuesday Night Out
📍 El Kahir Shrine
⏰ 5:30 – 8 p.m.
💲 Free Admission
Food, drinks, cornhole, darts, and laid-back community fun.
🎵 Emo / Pop Punk Music Bingo
📍 The Bar – Cedar Rapids
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 Free to Play
Music bingo featuring emo and pop punk favorites from the 2000s.
🎤 Comedy Open Mic Night
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
⏰ 7 – 9 p.m.
💲 Free
Catch local comedians and aspiring performers during open mic night.
🎡 Game Show – Prizes Right
📍 The Pedaler’s Fork
⏰ 6:30 – 8 p.m.
💲 Free to Play
A fun game-show-style trivia experience with prizes and mini games.
🎤 Turnt’ Up Tuesday Karaoke
📍 Cliff’s Dive Bar & Grill
⏰ 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
💲 Free Admission
Late-night karaoke, music, and good vibes.
🌱 Community, Socials & Special Events
💐 Mercy Auxiliary Bloomin’ Brunch Celebration
📍 Hallagan Education Center
⏰ 9:30 – 10:45 a.m.
💲 RSVP Required
Celebrate Mercy Auxiliary fundraising achievements with brunch and guest speakers.
👠 The HIGHer Social – May Edition
📍 Sloane Boutique
⏰ 4 – 6 p.m.
💲 Free
An evening of networking, shopping, drinks, and connection for local women.
🌿 Spinal Taproom Plant Swap
📍 Spinal Taproom
⏰ 5 – 7 p.m.
💲 Free
Bring a plant or cutting to swap with fellow plant lovers while enjoying craft beer.
🕯️ Spirit Communication Circle
📍 The Granger House Victorian Museum
⏰ 6 – 8 p.m.
💲 $5
Join an open spiritual discussion and community gathering in a historic setting.
🏙️ Bite of History
📍 The Village Tap
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
💲 $20
Explore the history of Southwest Cedar Rapids through local landmarks and stories.
⚾ Cedar Rapids Kernels Away Game Watch Party
📍 The Yard
⏰ 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
💲 Free
Watch the Kernels take on Peoria with specials and outdoor viewing fun.
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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