This weekend in Iowa City, IA

Experienced college coaches teach fundamental skills to help players improve their game. The standard camp covers hitting, infield, outfield, and speed and agility, with additional camps available for pitching and catching.

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Celebrate nine years of coffee and community with a party featuring Plinko prizes, including a chance to win free coffee for a year, a one-day drink special, breakfast enchiladas, Crunch Berry Cheesecake French Toast, free cake, and party vibes.

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Head out with the Iowa City Litter Crew and neighbors from the South District to explore Whispering Meadows Wetland Park in Iowa City while picking up litter. Set along the east boundary of the South District, this rustic natural area benefits from ongoing cleanups that support wildlife and make the park more enjoyable for visitors.

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Help improve the horse facilities by continuing work on the tack shed. The project includes adding drywall, insulation, and new interior windows, following earlier improvements to the retaining wall, roof, electrical, and plumbing. All help is appreciated, and lunch is provided.

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Maintenance volunteers are needed to help improve the Squire Point trails. The work includes placing rock and drainage tile along the center trails to support better drainage and walking conditions, as well as clearing trails. Volunteers can help with moving rock or trail clearing.

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Stop by Three Bs Floral to enjoy the holidays, place holiday orders with Lugo’s, and get an early start on your gift list.

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Get a head start on holiday shopping while supporting local makers, artisans, and small businesses. Browse handcrafted goods and seasonal treats, with unique gift options and special finds for yourself.

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Bring a faded or frayed American flag for dignified disposal by the American Legion of Iowa and receive a new 3-by-5-foot nylon flag at no cost. Flag drop-offs are unlimited, but exchanges are limited to one flag per customer. Replacement flags are available while supplies last.

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Hosted by 319 Card Shows, this large-scale trading card show offers free admission to the main floor and spans more than 30,000 square feet of displays and deals. Browse 100 eight foot vendor tables featuring Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, Gundam, Dragonball Z, baseball and football sports cards, plus collectibles, comics, and games. Families can add access to a dedicated arena for $5 per family that includes bounce houses, mini golf, Connect 4, and other activities, with mini golf, bounce houses, and obstacle courses provided by Spacewalk. On-site barbecue will be available, catered by Backyard BBQ. Vendors can reserve tables for $60 to $80 per eight foot table, and each booked table includes one complimentary BBQ meal, limit one per table.

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Slow down and savor the season with a hands-on tea workshop. Learn about the energy of different herbs and teas, and create a custom blend to take home. A guided gratitude ritual offers a chance to set intentions for the holiday season and reflect on how gratitude can help you call in what you want next. You’ll also try tea leaf reading, using the shapes and symbols in your cup as a fun, intuitive way to find meaning. No experience is needed, just curiosity. Herbs, tea tastings, materials, and your custom blend are included. The workshop is limited to 15 guests.

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Swap qualifying puzzles for a new-to-you puzzle. Puzzles must have at least 500 pieces, be new or gently used, and have no missing pieces. Each puzzle must be packed in a Ziploc bag inside its box. Puzzles without a Ziploc bag will not be accepted, and puzzles cannot be dropped off on swap day. Puzzle donations are gratefully accepted.

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Enjoy a family movie morning at the library with a big-screen showing of Toy Story 5. Free movie snacks are provided.

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Cedar Rapids gets a taste of wild-caught fish and chips, a dish that has earned praise from millions.

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Celebrate the store’s acorn logo at Acorn Fest, featuring prize drawings, games, refreshments, and acorn ornament decorating for children. A free pint glass is available with a purchase of $25 or more. The ornaments are provided by the Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio.

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Learn how to read tarot for yourself and others in a class welcoming both beginners and experienced readers. Class materials are included for $25.

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Take part in ranch sorting with unlimited rides. Each ride costs $25, with a $10 office fee and 50% payback. Choose all draw or pick one, draw two. Ride in four of the six events to qualify for 2026 awards.

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Choose a path for a one-mile hike in any weather while looking for signs of animals and other interesting sights in nature. Learn the principles of Leave No Trace, then practice them on the trail. The fee is $10 per scout and $5 per adult. Registration is required at least 48 hours before the program.

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Enjoy an evening of music, line dancing, two-step, partner dancing, and more. No experience or advance registration is needed. A group lesson is offered, and the venue has pool tables, a party room, and bar service. Valid ID is required for alcohol purchases. Reservations are available for tables and groups.

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Iowa takes on Purdue at Kinnick Stadium for a Big Ten football experience. The Hawkeyes take the field to AC/DC’s “Back in Black” as fans cheer, sing the Iowa Fight Song, and spell out “I-O-W-A” with each score. The game also features the Iowa Wave, when fans turn toward Stead Family Children’s Hospital at the end of the first quarter and wave to children watching from its windows. This is a Military Appreciation Game.

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Enjoy a relaxed girls’ night with paint-by-number activities, giving everyone time to paint at their own pace and catch up with friends. Each ticket includes a dirty soda or dirty energy drink of your choice and free dessert, with appetizers available at a discount throughout the event. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. Each person in a group needs a ticket, and group members’ names should be provided so tables can be arranged.

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Iowa City's resident professional improv team takes the stage for an evening of comedy and laughs.

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Party Plan returns for an evening built around good music and a fun atmosphere.

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The Spooklights and Alex Williams are featured on the same bill.

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Improv team Lucy Goosey brings an evening of comedy and laughter.

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Iowa Loves Bollywood presents a Diwali celebration featuring a Festival of Lights celebration and official after-party.

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Bring your kids to the studio for a magical experience with Santa. Donuts and hot cocoa will be provided, with additional special options available.

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Browse books and other goodies at this pop-up event at NewBo City Market.

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Take part in a community bike ride and food drive supporting the Johnson County Food Access Network. Riders follow a scavenger hunt shopping list, picking up needed food and household items from local stores while traveling city streets and urban trails. Registration is free. Bring a bike, helmet, lock, and a way to carry the items, along with money for purchases and a charitable spirit. The event also includes rider check-in, a required riders’ meeting, a group photo, a drop-off period, and an after-party.

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Unwind with a guided sound bath designed to help you relax and recharge. After the session, enjoy a mimosa and time to mingle. No prior experience is needed. Bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, or anything else you need to lie down comfortably.

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Enjoy a Sunday brunch with Rahlan Kay and Citywalk, featuring music, a lively vibe, and food. Cover is two for $10 before noon and $10 per person afterward. The menu and additional brunch items will be announced.

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Create a quilted tree skirt in this class, which includes the class fee, batting, a template, a pattern, and fabric. Basic sewing skills are required, including maintaining a consistent seam allowance and operating a sewing machine. Some preparation is needed before class, and kits will be available for pickup in advance. Sewing machines can be rented for an additional fee.

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Browse and shop local art, enjoy food and drinks from local vendors, and purchase a lantern to decorate for the evening display. The lanterns will be released into the pond after the event, and all lantern sale proceeds will support IC Compassion.

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This dance is dedicated to honoring veterans at the Fraternal Order of Eagles #695 in Iowa City. It offers a warm setting to recognize their service and spend time in appreciation together.

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Learn how to build a closed tropical terrarium and care for your new garden under glass. Workshop pricing is $55 or $75, depending on the vessel.

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A special open play session of mahjong unfolds at Kendra Scott in the Iowa River Landing in Coralville, Iowa. Space is limited, so reservations are required. Each ticket bundle includes a $25 gift card to use in the store during the event, along with exclusive Kendra Scott shopping offers that make it easy to get a head start on Christmas gifts while you play. Mahjong by Heidi will be available to answer questions. Please bring your NMJL 2026 Card. This gathering is intended for participants who already know the game.

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Spend Sunday Funday at Old Neighborhood Pub, with a $5 cover.

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Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game in which players on Good and Evil teams bluff, share information, and try to identify the demons. A Storyteller guides each game as players use character abilities, discuss clues openly or privately, and make decisions that can lead to an execution. The sessions include options for newcomers to learn the rules and strategy, as well as more advanced play featuring new roles, modified scripts, or special gameplay features.

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AJ Wilkerson headlines a 21 and over show. General admission is $25, with fees included, and seating is at shared tables. Reserved tables for 2, 4, or 6 are available and are assigned in the order they are purchased. All tickets are picked up at the door on the evening of the show.

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