20 Things To Do In Iowa City This Summer
Summer is here and downtown Iowa City has activities to offer everyone!
Enjoy relaxing outdoors with drinks, food, or just to be outside. You can also choose to be in the sun or covered, your choice!
2.) Sunset Salsa Dancing In The Downtown Pedestrian Mall
Spend an evening listening to great music and dancing, occurs once a month, and everyone is welcome!
3.) See a Show At The Mill
Known already to be a great restaurant in the downtown area, The Mill, also provides nightlife and shows ranging from bands to comedy. Check one out, the atmosphere won’t disappoint!
4.) Head to The Farmer’s Market
Check out Iowa City’s Farmer’s Market on Wednesday nights or Saturday mornings. Local farmers, entrepreneurs, and artists are all available in one spot!
Come out to the Pentacrest at the University of Iowa for free movies all summer long! Happens at 8:45pm every Saturday night.
This huge festival brings out all sorts of artists and talent to be sought out. This great atmosphere not only has art, but also has food, drinks, and live music. Coming up June 5th - 7th!
This festival pays tribute to jazz music in such an inspiring way, come pay a visit and enjoy good music, drinks, and food. July 2nd - 4th.
Come to downtown Iowa City to see some of the great soul music with live entertainment each day! August 28th - 30th.
9.) Friday Night Concert Series
Every Friday a new band will come together and preform in the center of the Pedestrian Mall. Stand or bring a chair, you won’t want to leave!
10.) Attend a Film Screening
Head over to Filmscene in downtown Iowa City to catch a screening of new and upcoming films, including popular ones like Who Took Johnny?
11.) Attend a Karaoke Night
A lot of local nightlife in Iowa City offers karaoke to guests. Get a group of friends, check it out, and show off some talent!
Stay healthy and active this summer, your entire family can register to run any 5K in the area!
13.) Iowa City Downtown District Sidewalk Sales
Many downtown retailers participate in this event and provide special offers for customers. Come take a walk around the city while also scoring great deals from your favorite retailers! July 16h - 18th.
14.) Enjoy a Delicious Brunch at Graze
The brunch at Graze offers delicious food for a great price. Take a stroll through the downtown area and enjoy great food!
Rainy Day? Come see one of the many art galleries Iowa City has to offer.
Iowa City has multiple yoga studious here for your use, take a class and try it out! All levels of experience are available.
17.) Workout Class at Iowa City Fitness
Not into yoga? Stay healthy and check out one of the many classes offered at Iowa City Fitness.
During this event many downtown galleries and retailers will be hosting artists and special events. Come see what its all about while also grabbing a glass of wine! June 5th!
Want more patio action? Check out Gabe’s patio for great drinks, scenery, and live music!
20.) See a Show At Bluemoose
Nightlife is always available at Bluemoose, see their list of upcoming performers and pick one to see!