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18Events this week
9Free things to do
93New spots
94New stories

Checked Friday, September 18, before the 6 AM send.

This week in Iowa City

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 18 events, day by day →

Iowa City Farmers Market

Saturday 7:30am · Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp · Free

Game Days

Saturday 2pm · Double Tap Beercade

Northside Saturday Nights

Saturday 6pm · Northside Neighborhood · Free

Blood on the Clocktower

Sunday 5pm · Diversions Tabletop Game Lounge

New in Iowa City

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

2 Dogs Pub

Restaurants

Burgers, beer, repeat: Eastside regulars know 2 Dogs Pub for juicy burgers, saucy wings, and a craft beer list that hits the spot on game days.

2dogspub.com

Brazilian wax and Lash Extensions Iowa City

Beauty

Lashes that last: If your morning routine could use a shortcut, Brazilian Wax and Lash Extensions Iowa City specializes in individually applied lash extensions that look full and natural, plus precise waxing and expert permanent makeup.

permanentskincare.com

Brock Family Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Tune up your week: Ready to finally learn that song or give the family piano some TLC?

brockfamilymusic.com

Iowa City’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Iowa City’s best →

Most read in Iowa City

The five stories Iowa City readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Iowa City Cubs-themed bar offers a place to watch Chicago sports

    Wrigleyville, a bar in downtown Iowa City, is a popular spot for Chicago sports fans to watch games.

    Full story at dailyiowan.com

  2. IOWA ROWING ANNOUNCES 2026-2027 SCHEDULE

    The University of Iowa has announced its 2026-2027 rowing schedule for the fall and spring seasons.

    Full story at hawkeyesports.com

  3. UI Health Sciences building inspires collaboration

    The University of Iowa has dedicated a $250 million Health Sciences Academic Building to the main campus and the UI Health Care enterprise.

    Full story at thegazette.com

  4. Iowa City Update: Taste of Iowa City, Fall Welcome Concert, and Climate Fest

    The 18th Annual Taste of Iowa City is set to take place on August 26, featuring sample-sized bites from 40+ Downtown and Northside restaurants, hosted by Iowa City Downtown District.

    Full story at icgov.org

  5. UI students react as Ruby Bridges set to speak

    Ruby Bridges, a civil rights activist and icon, is set to speak at the University of Iowa on Monday, Oct.

    Full story at dailyiowan.com

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