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Holiday Lights at the Lake - Drive Through Event
2025-12-06 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-08 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-09 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-11 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-12 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-15 17:30 - 20:30 UTC and 14 more dates | West Overlook Campground, 4053 West Overlook RD NE, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240, United States
Embrace the festive spirit and make Holiday Lights at the Lake your treasured holiday tradition! As you drive through the enchanting West Overlook Campground, you’ll be captivated by our fifth annual community celebration. A magical mile of dazzling animated light displays awaits, complete with a captivating animated tunnel and countless sparkling arches and holiday figures.

West Overlook Campground is transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland. Delight in the playful antics of dancing polar bears, be awed by the giant poinsettia pot and forest, and join in the fun as we take you “Under the Sea”- a display new for 2025!

Take a heartwarming journey down “Memory Lane,” where a vibrant collection of illuminated trees pays tribute to cherished loved ones.

Many beloved displays are making a delightful return, including the “Farming in Iowa” area featuring “Snowmerican Gothic,” a joyful twist on Grant Wood’s timeless “American Gothic.”

Drive Through tickets start at $10.00 for a family car or van. We accept cash or credit at the gate, or pre-purchased tickets via Eventbrite *extra fees apply.
Hours: 5:30pm-8:30pm, Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs5:00pm-9:00pm, Friday and Saturday*See Santa and Mrs. Claus every Wednesday and Sunday before Christmas!

This magical event shines brightly thanks to the incredible generosity of our community sponsors and the tireless dedication of volunteers. Guided by a passionate volunteer board of directors, every moment of the season is crafted with love.

All proceeds support The Bird House, Hospice Home of Johnson County.

We invite you to explore the wonder at holidaylightsatthelake.com, where you can view a full list of cherished sponsors, find magical volunteer opportunities, and learn more about the heartwarming mission of The Bird House.

Holiday Lights at the Lake - Walk Through Event
2025-12-07 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-17 17:30 - 20:30 | West Overlook Campground, 4053 West Overlook RD NE, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240, United States
Join us in celebrating the holiday season at Holiday Lights at the Lake!
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Immerse yourself in the enchanting light displays, stroll among the trees, and soak in the festive ambiance. We invite you to walk the event route, offering families and friends a memorable journey through a dazzling wonderland of lights and music. Our goal is to unite the community by creating cherished experiences for families and friends for years to come.

Enjoy music throughout the campground, cozy up at fire-pit warming stations, and explore our goodwill donation concessions.
Gates open at 5:30pm and close at 8:30pm. The average time to walk the full loop once is about 25-30 minutes and you’re welcome to stay as long as you wish! Well behaved dogs are welcome. Tickets are $5.00 per person (2 years old and under enter free). Cash, Credit, and Eventbrite vouchers are accepted at the gate. Free Parking is available in the West Overlook Day Use Parking Lot.

All entrance fees support The Bird House, Hospice Home of Johnson County, while proceeds from concessions benefit Friends of the Coralville Lake.

BBBS Night @ The Heartlanders!
2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Xtream Arena, 200 E 9th St. Suite 100, Coralville, Iowa, 52241, United States
Join the Iowa Heartlanders and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County for an evening of hockey, fun, and community spirit. A portion of every ticket purchased will directly support the Big Brothers Big Sisters. Go Landers!

THANK YOU TO TICKET SPONSOR HARNEY OIL!
TICKETS HERE —-> https://www.gofevo.com/event/Bigbrothers83

The Englert Ball
2025-12-20 20:00 - 23:30 | The Englert Theatre, 221 E Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa, 52240, United States
The Englert Ball is back by popular demand! Enjoy live performances by James Tutson & The Rollback and Dan Padley & friends. We’ll have specialty drinks, light snacks + dessert, surprise grab bags, silent auction, and late-night pizza. Let’s celebrate art in style with our music community!

All proceeds from the evening will support our annual year-end fundraiser, helping to sustain local arts for many years to come.

Sponsored by: Ulysses Modern, Hands Jewelers, Underground Printing and Willow & Stock

Ticket Options:
$240 – Duo Package:Includes two tickets, two Neon Level Memberships, and access to the Pre-Ball Lounge Gathering featuring music by Dan Padley playing songs from Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas, charcuterie boards from New Pioneer Co-op, and an Englert Ball toast.

$130 – Full Price Ticket:Includes performances by James Tutson + The Rollback, light snacks + dessert, surprise grab bags, silent auction, and late-night pizza, and an Annual Neon Level Membership.

$50 – Under 30 / Student Ticket:Includes performances by James Tutson + The Rollback, light snacks + dessert, surprise grab bags, silent auction, and late-night pizza, and an Annual Neon Level Membership.

$65 – Friends of the Englert (Our Members):for our current members! Includes performances by James Tutson & The Rollback, light snacks & dessert, surprise grab bags, silent auction, and late-night pizza
Need the ticket link? Please email us at membership@englert.org and Sarah or Paige will get back to you ASAP

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Holiday Lights at the Lake! Walk Through Event
2025-12-28 17:30 - 20:30 | West Overlook Campground, 4053 West Overlook RD NE, Iowa City, Iowa, 52240, United States
HAPPY 5th Birthday, Holiday Lights at the Lake!

Join us in celebrating Holiday Lights at the Lake’s 5th Birthday with complimentary cake at the walk through entrance! (While supplies last). holidaylightsatthelake.com

Immerse yourself in the enchanting light displays, stroll among the trees, and soak in the festive ambiance. We invite you to walk the event route, offering families and friends a memorable journey through a dazzling wonderland of lights and music. Our goal is to unite the community by creating cherished experiences for families and friends for years to come.

Enjoy music throughout the campground, cozy up at fire-pit warming stations, and explore our goodwill donation concessions.
Gates open at 5:30pm and close at 8:30pm. The average time to walk the full loop once is about 25-30 minutes and you’re welcome to stay as long as you wish! Well behaved dogs are welcome. Tickets are $5.00 per person (2 years old and under enter free). Cash, Credit, and Eventbrite vouchers are accepted at the gate. Free Parking is available in the West Overlook Day Use Parking Lot.

All entrance fees support The Bird House, Hospice Home of Johnson County, while proceeds from concessions benefit Friends of the Coralville Lake
