Events for Thursday, May 21st, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Thursday in Cedar Rapids features a packed lineup of wellness classes, family activities, creative workshops, trivia, live music, and community events across Eastern Iowa. Highlights include Meet Me at the Market, the Linn County Ride of Silence, art and gaming nights, caregiver support programs, and live performances from Them Coulee Boys and Twista, along with wine tastings, karaoke, and local trivia throughout the evening.
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 – Thursday, May 21 Events
Forecast: Mostly cloudy with a high of 65 degrees and a low of 48.
🌅 Morning & Wellness Events
Morning Stretch
Time: 8 – 9 a.m.
Location: Ely Public Library
Cost: Free
Start your morning with gentle stretching and yoga-inspired movement designed for all mobility levels.
GeriFit
Time: 8 – 8:45 a.m. & 1 – 1:45 p.m.
Location: Ely Public Library
Cost: Free
A low-impact fitness class for adults 60+ focused on strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility.
Cedar Valley Chapter of Embroidery Guild Monthly Meeting
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Location: Christ Episcopal Church
Cost: Free
Learn embroidery organization tips and connect with fellow stitchers during this monthly guild gathering.
Journaling Workshop
Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
Location: Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
Cost: Free with registration
Explore creative journaling techniques and discover the personal benefits of reflective writing.
👨👩👧 Family & Community Activities
Preschool Story Time
Time: 10 – 11 a.m.
Location: Ely Public Library
Cost: Free
Young children can enjoy stories, songs, and crafts during this interactive story time.
Pizza and Games in the Park
Time: 3:30 – 6 p.m.
Location: Marion Public Library
Cost: Free
Tweens and teens can celebrate the end of the school year with pizza, yard games, and outdoor fun.
YPN Literacy Night
Time: 6 – 7 p.m.
Location: Kirkwood Community College – Cedar Hall
Cost: Free
Families are invited to enjoy literacy activities, educational resources, and free books for kids.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative Events
Art Lovers Book Club
Time: 4 – 5 p.m.
Location: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Cost: Free
Discuss The Hare with Amber Eyes by Edmund de Waal with fellow art and literature enthusiasts.
Art Journal Jam with Artist Dori Patrick
Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
Location: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Cost: $10
Bring your journal and enjoy a casual creative session with local artists and journalers.
Creative Friends
Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
Location: Make/Believe CR
Cost: Free
Bring your art projects and connect with other creatives during this weekly community hangout.
Moss & Magic Bingo Night
Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Sisters Books & Nooks
Cost: $10
Enjoy a cozy bingo night featuring plants, witchy prizes, and magical-themed fun.
🎲 Games, Trivia & Hobby Nights
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
Location: Hiawatha Public Library
Cost: Free
Join fellow adventurers for an ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign for adults.
Pokémon Night – Free Play & Trade
Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
Location: Turtle Power Games – Lindale Mall
Cost: Free
Bring your cards, games, or Pokémon GO account for casual battles, trades, and meetups.
Disney Lorcana League Casual Play
Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
Location: Turtle Power Games – Lindale Mall
Cost: Free
Disney Lorcana players of all skill levels can enjoy casual matches and league play.
Trivia Night
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Lion Bridge Brewing Company
Cost: Free
Gather your team for multiple rounds of trivia, prizes, and Name That Tune challenges.
Game Night with Think & Drink Entertainment
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Spare Time Entertainment
Cost: Free
This week features trivia competition and prizes during the weekly game night series.
Karaoke Night
Time: 8 p.m. – Midnight
Location: Buchona’s Sports Bar & Grill
Cost: Free
Sing your favorite songs and enjoy drink specials during Thursday night karaoke.
🧘 Wellness & Support Groups
Conversations for Couples
Time: 5 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
Cost: Free with registration
Couples navigating dementia can connect, socialize, and share experiences over a light meal.
Caregiver Support Group
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Marion Public Library
Cost: Free
Caregivers supporting loved ones with memory loss can find community and resources in this monthly support group.
Lunar Light Path
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: ReAlive Metaphysical Shop
Cost: Free
A welcoming spiritual discussion group open to anyone exploring their personal path.
Death Café
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Illuminations Cedar Rapids
Cost: Free
An open discussion space exploring topics around death, grief, and mortality in a supportive setting.
🏃 Fitness & Outdoor Events
Meet Me at the Market
Time: 5:30 – 7:15 p.m.
Location: NewBo City Market
Cost: Free
Enjoy free walks, runs, bike rides, dance fitness, and yoga during this weekly wellness event.
Big Grove x Iowa Running Company Run Club
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Big Grove Brewery
Cost: Free
Join fellow runners for a community run followed by a complimentary beer at Big Grove.
2026 Linn County Ride of Silence
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Marion Square Park
Cost: Free
Cyclists ride together in silence to honor those injured or killed while biking.
🎵 Live Music & Entertainment
Sips & Tunes Featuring Kevin Moore
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Kingston’s Steakhouse and Event Venue
Cost: Free
Enjoy live acoustic music and patio dining during this summer singer-songwriter series.
Sammy’s East Side Jam
Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
Location: Sammy’s Lounge
Cost: Free
Live local music and community vibes take over Sammy’s Lounge for this weekly jam session.
Them Coulee Boys
Time: 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Location: The Olympic South Side Theater
Cost: $25.92
Catch the nationally touring Americana band during one of their final touring performances.
Twista Live at Fireside CR
Time: 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Location: Fireside CR
Cost: Varies
Rapper Twista brings a high-energy live performance to downtown Cedar Rapids.
🍷 Food, Drink & Social Events
Farm Stand Thursdays
Time: 4 – 7 p.m.
Location: Cultivate Hope Urban Farm
Cost: Free admission
Shop fresh local produce and support sustainable community farming efforts.
Martini’s in May Cocktail Class
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Cedar Ridge Distillery
Cost: $49.50 + fees
Learn to craft seasonal martinis during this hands-on cocktail class.
The Grape Escape Wine Tasting Class
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: WineStyles Cedar Rapids
Cost: $35 ($30 members)
Explore wine varietals and tasting techniques during this educational wine class.
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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