Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
It’s a spooky-good Tuesday in Eastern Iowa, with Halloween fun, creative experiences, and plenty of ways to connect! 🎃 Families can visit Tanager and Eastern Iowa Health Center’s Trunk or Treat or explore fire trucks and police vehicles at the CRFD & CRPD Truck or Treat Open House. 🚒 Art and cocktail lovers can sip and celebrate creativity at Cocktail Classic: Art Movement! at NewBo City Market, while plant enthusiasts can learn about native Iowa plants or create a succulent terrarium. 🌿 History buffs can uncover downtown secrets on the Creep the Alley walking tour, and wellness seekers can find balance with Tai Chi. 🧘 For evening entertainment, try curling at ImOn Ice Arena, test your knowledge at Trivia Tuesday, sing along at music bingo, or catch free comedy at Old Neighborhood Pub. 😂 From family-friendly Halloween events to hands-on workshops and a lively night out, there’s something for everyone this Tuesday!
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.
☀️ CEDAR RAPIDS DAILY
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Your guide to what’s happening around Cedar Rapids and Eastern Iowa — in five minutes or less!
🌤️ FORECAST
⛅ Partly cloudy with a high of 72° and a low of 56°.
⭐ TOP 10 HIGHLIGHTS
🎃 Tanager & Eastern Iowa Health Center Trunk or Treat
🚒 CRFD & CRPD Truck or Treat Open House
🍸 Cocktail Classic: Art Movement!
🌿 Master Gardeners: Native Iowan Plants
👻 Creep the Alley Walking Tour
🧘 Tai Chi at Marion Public Library
🪴 Succulent Terrarium Class at MOCO
🥌 Curling Instructional League
🎶 Music Bingo Night
😂 Comedy Open Mic at Old Neighborhood Pub
💪 HEALTH, WELLNESS & FITNESS
Tai Chi
🕗 8–9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Enjoy a relaxing morning Tai Chi session with Tom. Participants can also join online: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/92535179244?pwd=UFAzcVcvcmtQTTR4dWhuQUwvSy90QT09#success
Advanced Tai Chi
🕘 9–9:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Build strength, flexibility and balance with this advanced Tai Chi class offered in partnership with Heritage Area Agency on Aging.
Tai Chi for Beginners
🕙 10–10:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
New to Tai Chi? This beginner-friendly class introduces the practice in a welcoming setting, with no need to jump straight into an advanced class.
❤️ CAREGIVING & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Men’s Caregiver Coffee
🕗 8–9:30 a.m. and 🕙 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
Male caregivers can share experiences, learn caregiving tips and connect with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers and a Mercy Hospice social worker. No registration required. Contact 319-221-8866 or fcgc@mercycare.org for Zoom information.
Women’s Caregiver Coffee
🕜 1:30–3 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A supportive gathering for female caregivers to share stories, exchange advice and connect with others. No registration required. Contact the Center for Zoom details.
Life After Caregiving
🕒 3–4:30 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A supportive group for people navigating life after the loss of a loved one and the end of their caregiving role. Topics include grief, self-care and planning for the future. Registration was requested by October 6; contact the Center to ask about availability.
👶 FAMILY, KIDS & STORYTIMES
Early Learning Story Time
🕤 9:30–10 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library — Downtown
Stories, songs, movement and bubbles make this a fun storytime for children ages 2–5.
Doodlebugs Art Program
🕥 10:30–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Preschoolers combine literacy and creativity with a story followed by an art project. The book selection is geared toward ages 4–7, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tanager & Eastern Iowa Health Center’s Trunk or Treat
🕔 5–6:30 p.m.
📍 Estle Center Parking Lot | 💲 Free
Celebrate the fourth annual event with more than 35 trunks, candy, free giveaways, fresh produce and activities for kids and families. Rain date: Thursday, October 29.
CRFD & CRPD’s Truck or Treat
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Central Fire Station | 💲 Free
The Cedar Rapids Fire and Police Departments invite families to a Halloween open house featuring fire trucks, police vehicles, candy and activities for kids. Costumes encouraged!
🧑🤝🧑 SENIORS & SOCIAL CONNECTION
Senior Social Hour
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Enjoy coffee, conversation and weekly activities with other seniors. Bring your own craft or game if you’d like.
💻 CAREER, TECHNOLOGY & CREATIVITY
Basic Computer Skills Education
🕑 2–3 p.m.
📍 Busse Branch
A beginner-friendly introduction to computers, including using a mouse and keyboard, understanding common terms and navigating the internet.
MakerSpace Open Hours
🕑 2–5 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Explore creative technology, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, sublimation printing and heat presses. All ages are welcome; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Tween & Teen Sketch and Scribble
🕞 3:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Relax with a creative afternoon of sketching and writing. Notebooks, sketchbooks, pens and pencils are provided, with low-key music in the background.
Chatty Crafters
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Bring a craft project and spend the evening creating and socializing with fellow crafters.
🌿 NATURE, GARDENING & BOOKS
Nature Center Book Club
🕞 3:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center | 💲 Free
Discuss nature-themed books with fellow readers. This month’s selection is It’s On You: How Corporations and Behavior Scientists Have Convinced Us That We Are to Blame for Society’s Acceptance of Problems by Peter Nick Chater and George Loewenstein. Registration recommended.
Master Gardeners: Native Iowan Plants
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Learn about Iowa’s native plants, including how to prevent them from growing too tall or spreading too aggressively. This class covers ten essential tips for growing native plants successfully.
🎨 ARTS, BOOKS & CULTURE
Creep the Alley Walking Tour
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Meet at Town Centre Plaza, Third Avenue and Third Street SE, Cedar Rapids
💲 $8 for History Center members; $10 general admission
Explore downtown Cedar Rapids’ alleys and discover their architectural history, hidden entrances, utility access and Prohibition-era stories. Wear comfortable, alley-appropriate footwear.
Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Club
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Gather with fellow fantasy and science-fiction readers for the library’s monthly book club. The supplied event description references an author talk on October 8, so confirm the October 27 meeting details with the library.
Cocktail Classic: Art Movement!
🕕 6–9 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
Tickets listed at $65 | Ages 21+
Taste creative cocktails inspired by iconic artists, art movements and masterpieces as bars and restaurants compete for the Cocktail Classic Champion and People’s Choice awards. Tickets include samples from participating venues, a $12 food-truck voucher and live art demonstrations. Proceeds support NewBo City Market’s work with local entrepreneurs and the arts community.
Succulent Terrarium Class
🕕 6–7 p.m. | Check-in at 5:30 p.m.
📍 MOCO Game Room & Hot Dog Bar
💲 $30
Create a succulent terrarium at this Cork N Canvas Iowa workshop. Supplies are provided, and food and drinks are available for purchase. Adults 18 and older only. Details and tickets: https://www.ticketleap.events/events/cork-n-canvas-iowa
🎮 GAMES, SPORTS & NIGHTLIFE
Adult Game Night
🕕 6–9 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Enjoy an evening of games with friends or meet new people. A variety of games are available for individuals and small groups. Adults 18 and older.
Monthly Jam Session
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Building & Commission
Veterans with instruments and graduates of the G4V program are welcome to join this monthly jam session. Everyone is also welcome to stop by, learn about the program and enjoy the music. Parking is requested on the First Avenue Bridge.
Trivia Tuesday
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing
Free weekly trivia in collaboration with Christopher’s Bar Exam. Bring a team or play solo and test your knowledge.
Curling Instructional League
🕖 7–8:30 p.m.
📍 ImOn Ice Arena
Try a new sport with this instructional league covering stone delivery, sweeping, strategy and gameplay. No experience or equipment is required. Registration is required: https://cedarrapidscurling.com/index.php/calendar/learn-to-curl/instructionaloct2026
Weekly Music Bingo
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 The Bar, Cedar Rapids | 💲 Free
Listen to the tunes, mark your bingo card and compete to win house cash. New themes arrive each month, and you can drop in anytime.
Halloween Music Bingo
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Mulligan’s Pub, Cedar Rapids
Celebrate spooky season with a Halloween-themed music bingo night.
Comedy Open Mic
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub | 💲 Free
Catch local comedy at this free open mic. Sign-up information is posted on the Lucky Cat’s Facebook page starting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
Special Thanks
A big shoutout to our sponsor: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust.
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
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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