BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The Local Hub - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Local Hub
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20240101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251223T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004008-1766484000-1766509200@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-23/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251223T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251205T154636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T154636Z
UID:10004109-1766484000-1766505600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Pajama Party
DESCRIPTION:Get comfy at The Iowa Children’s Museum! Kids (and grown-ups) are invited to spend the day in their favorite pajamas while enjoying fun\, pajama-party activities throughout the museum. George the Puppet will be popping in throughout the day as guests enjoy fort building\, a pretend hot cocoa bar\, and a “cozy to-do list” filled with playful activities. It’s a perfect opportunity to break in those holiday jammies and enjoy a relaxed day of play during winter break.\n\nThe Pajama Party theme was chosen during our Use Your VOICE Day event\, when kids and families cast their votes for museum characters. George the Puppet won the election with a platform built around wearing your jammies\, and we’re excited to bring his vision to life!
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/pajama-party/
LOCATION:The Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave\, Coralville\, Iowa\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Iowa-Childrens-Museum_The-Local-Hub_Iowa-City_Kids-Events_Events-Near-Me_Coralville_Pajama-Party.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251223T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251223T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T182309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T182309Z
UID:10004043-1766482200-1766484000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up in the Teddy Bear Room at the Hilton Garden Inn for Teddy Bear Story Time! In partnership with the Iowa City Public Library\, this special morning event invites little ones to enjoy stories that bring these fluffy\, traditional\, and timeless companions to life. Featuring charming tales like “Teddy Bear Postman” and “The Case of the Twin Teddy Bears\,” books will be read amongst hundreds of teddy bear stuffed animals. Story time will also include short activities and participatory songs. This story time is designed for children ages 2-5\, however\, all ages are welcome.\n\nWHERE: Hilton Garden Inn WHEN: Tuesdays Dec. 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 from 9:30am – 10:00am
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/teddy-bear-story-time/2025-12-23/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 328 S Clinton St\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Downtown-Iowa-City_Hilton-Garden-Inn_Iowa-City-Public-Library_Toddler-Storytime_The-Local-Hub_Events-Near-Me.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251222T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004007-1766397600-1766422800@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-22/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251222T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251205T153924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T153924Z
UID:10004106-1766397600-1766404800@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Reindeer Games
DESCRIPTION:Make your winter break extra playful with Reindeer Games! These special activities add a little extra magic to your museum visit with creativity\, curiosity\, and hands-on fun. Each Reindeer Game features a unique theme and activity designed to spark imagination and keep young minds active while school is out.\n\n12/22 – Code with BeeBots: Get your gears turning as you guide BeeBots through a series of frosty challenges! In this tech-inspired Reindeer Game\, kids will practice basic coding and problem-solving skills by programming friendly little robots to navigate a winter-themed obstacle course.\n\n12/29 – Snowflake Shadows: Discover the beauty of winter light and shadow in this art-meets-science activity! Craft your own snowflakes using tissue paper\, cardstock\, and other materials\, then bring them to life on our shadow screen. Explore how light passes through\, bounces off\, or is blocked by your creations while experimenting with color and shape.\n\n1/2 – Make & Mural for the Year of the Horse: Let’s get ready to welcome the Lunar New Year with creativity! In this art studio session\, families will help the museum prepare for our upcoming Lunar New Year celebration with the Midwest Chinese Academy on February 17. Create your own horse-themed craft to take home\, then add your artistic touch to a collaborative mural that will become part of the celebration’s festive backdrop.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/reindeer-games/2025-12-22/
LOCATION:The Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave\, Coralville\, Iowa\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Iowa-Childrens-Museum_Reindeer-Games_Local-Hub_Iowa-City_Kids-Events_Events-Near-Me_Coralville.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251221T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251221T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T221846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T221846Z
UID:10004079-1766322000-1766340000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025! \nThis FREE holiday event series will run from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays in the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center North Expo Hall. All ages are welcome to this FREE community event. No ticket or registration required. Celebrate the holiday season at Hawkeye Downs for visits with Santa\, crafts\, activities\, games\, photo opportunities\, and more!\n\nHOURS Friday 6:00PM to 9:00PMSaturday 1:00PM to 9:00PMSunday 1:00PM to 6:00PM\nSanta Village will be CLOSED Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays\, and Thursdays.\n\nHere’s what to get excited about… Selfie stations\, sponsored by Rinderknecht Associates\, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust\, Impact Embroidery & Balster Pediatric Dentistry Coloring & Craft Station\, sponsored by Target Hills Bank Letters to Santa Station Peppermint Putt Putt Golf Station\, sponsored by Basepoint Wealth Mrs. Claus’s Cozy Corner\, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival and Central Furniture Rescue\n\n For just $5\, guests can visit Santa for special holiday photos next to Santa’s Workshop\, thanks to Kalona Mini Buildings. Santa will be available each night of the event until he flies into the sky on Christmas Eve.\n\n Get ready to jump and play! The elves from H&H Fun Rides will host inflatables for kids inside Santa Village. Wristbands and tickets will be available for purchase in the Expo Center.\n\n Guests are welcome to shop with local vendors at the Holiday Market. From clothing to ornaments to stocking stuffers and more\, there is something for everyone in the market this winter.\n\n Need a holiday treat? Hawkeye Downs will offer concessions\, including hot cocoa\, cookies\, coffee\, and other warm snacks.\n\n On Sunday afternoons at 2:00PM and 4:00PM\, we will host local celebrities reading holiday favorites in our special book corner near our fireplace.\n\n Join local musicians for live holiday tunes in Santa’s Music Factory on Saturday nights from 6:00 to 8:00PM!\n\n Sensory-Friendly Day with ChildServe at Santa Village will be held on Sunday\, December 7th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM!\n\n This public event series is FREE ADMISSION\, with no registration or ticket required. More information is available on the Hawkeye Downs website at www.hawkeyedowns.org/santavillage.\n Questions? Contact Hawkeye Downs at (319) 365-8656.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-village-at-hawkeye-downs-3/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Hawkeye Downs\, 4400 6th St SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa-Village_Hawkeye-Downs_Free_Events-near-me_The-Local-Hub_Cedar-Rapids_Iowa-City.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251221T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004006-1766311200-1766336400@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T221314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T221314Z
UID:10004071-1766235600-1766264400@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025! \nThis FREE holiday event series will run from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays in the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center North Expo Hall. All ages are welcome to this FREE community event. No ticket or registration required. Celebrate the holiday season at Hawkeye Downs for visits with Santa\, crafts\, activities\, games\, photo opportunities\, and more!\n\nHOURS Friday 6:00PM to 9:00PMSaturday 1:00PM to 9:00PMSunday 1:00PM to 6:00PM\nSanta Village will be CLOSED Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays\, and Thursdays.\n\nHere’s what to get excited about… Selfie stations\, sponsored by Rinderknecht Associates\, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust\, Impact Embroidery & Balster Pediatric Dentistry Coloring & Craft Station\, sponsored by Target Hills Bank Letters to Santa Station Peppermint Putt Putt Golf Station\, sponsored by Basepoint Wealth Mrs. Claus’s Cozy Corner\, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival and Central Furniture Rescue\n\n For just $5\, guests can visit Santa for special holiday photos next to Santa’s Workshop\, thanks to Kalona Mini Buildings. Santa will be available each night of the event until he flies into the sky on Christmas Eve.\n\n Get ready to jump and play! The elves from H&H Fun Rides will host inflatables for kids inside Santa Village. Wristbands and tickets will be available for purchase in the Expo Center.\n\n Guests are welcome to shop with local vendors at the Holiday Market. From clothing to ornaments to stocking stuffers and more\, there is something for everyone in the market this winter.\n\n Need a holiday treat? Hawkeye Downs will offer concessions\, including hot cocoa\, cookies\, coffee\, and other warm snacks.\n\n On Sunday afternoons at 2:00PM and 4:00PM\, we will host local celebrities reading holiday favorites in our special book corner near our fireplace.\n\n Join local musicians for live holiday tunes in Santa’s Music Factory on Saturday nights from 6:00 to 8:00PM!\n\n Sensory-Friendly Day with ChildServe at Santa Village will be held on Sunday\, December 7th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM!\n\n This public event series is FREE ADMISSION\, with no registration or ticket required. More information is available on the Hawkeye Downs website at www.hawkeyedowns.org/santavillage.\n Questions? Contact Hawkeye Downs at (319) 365-8656.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-village-at-hawkeye-downs-2/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Hawkeye Downs\, 4400 6th St SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa-Village_Hawkeye-Downs_Free_Events-near-me_The-Local-Hub_Cedar-Rapids_Iowa-City.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T173447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T173447Z
UID:10003983-1766230200-1766241000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Saturdays - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Santa is making four special trips to Downtown Iowa City to meet the area’s good girls and boys. Families are invited to visit Santa as he makes his stops at FilmScene in the Chauncey. Kids are encouraged to drop off their letters and wishlists. Santa will be visiting FilmScene at the Chauncey from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Visitors and families are welcome to visit Santa and capture their own photos.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-saturdays-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:FilmScene\, 404 E. College St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa_Downtown-Iowa-City_Pictures-With-Santa_Free-Event_The-Local-Hub_Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004005-1766224800-1766250000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174824Z
UID:10004020-1766224800-1766246400@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Tractor Wagon Rides sponsored by Hills Bank
DESCRIPTION:There is no better way to take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season than with a Tractor Wagon Ride through downtown. Enjoy a FREE whimsical ride in a decorated wagon pulled by a classic tractor from Bass Farms.\n\nRides run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on a first-come\, first-serve basis\, departing every 15 minutes. Hop on outside of Hills Bank\, located at the corner of Washington and Clinton Streets. Riders will receive a candy cane and can cozy up with a blanket for a festive ride around the city.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/tractor-wagon-rides-sponsored-by-hills-bank/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Family,Free,Kids,Teen
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hills-Bank_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub_Wagon-Rides_Free-Family-Events.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T221042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T221042Z
UID:10004065-1766167200-1766178000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025! \nThis FREE holiday event series will run from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays in the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center North Expo Hall. All ages are welcome to this FREE community event. No ticket or registration required. Celebrate the holiday season at Hawkeye Downs for visits with Santa\, crafts\, activities\, games\, photo opportunities\, and more!\n\nHOURS Friday 6:00PM to 9:00PMSaturday 1:00PM to 9:00PMSunday 1:00PM to 6:00PM\nSanta Village will be CLOSED Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays\, and Thursdays.\n\nHere’s what to get excited about… Selfie stations\, sponsored by Rinderknecht Associates\, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust\, Impact Embroidery & Balster Pediatric Dentistry Coloring & Craft Station\, sponsored by Target Hills Bank Letters to Santa Station Peppermint Putt Putt Golf Station\, sponsored by Basepoint Wealth Mrs. Claus’s Cozy Corner\, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival and Central Furniture Rescue\n\n For just $5\, guests can visit Santa for special holiday photos next to Santa’s Workshop\, thanks to Kalona Mini Buildings. Santa will be available each night of the event until he flies into the sky on Christmas Eve.\n\n Get ready to jump and play! The elves from H&H Fun Rides will host inflatables for kids inside Santa Village. Wristbands and tickets will be available for purchase in the Expo Center.\n\n Guests are welcome to shop with local vendors at the Holiday Market. From clothing to ornaments to stocking stuffers and more\, there is something for everyone in the market this winter.\n\n Need a holiday treat? Hawkeye Downs will offer concessions\, including hot cocoa\, cookies\, coffee\, and other warm snacks.\n\n On Sunday afternoons at 2:00PM and 4:00PM\, we will host local celebrities reading holiday favorites in our special book corner near our fireplace.\n\n Join local musicians for live holiday tunes in Santa’s Music Factory on Saturday nights from 6:00 to 8:00PM!\n\n Sensory-Friendly Day with ChildServe at Santa Village will be held on Sunday\, December 7th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM!\n\n This public event series is FREE ADMISSION\, with no registration or ticket required. More information is available on the Hawkeye Downs website at www.hawkeyedowns.org/santavillage.\n Questions? Contact Hawkeye Downs at (319) 365-8656.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-village-at-hawkeye-downs/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Hawkeye Downs\, 4400 6th St SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa-Village_Hawkeye-Downs_Free_Events-near-me_The-Local-Hub_Cedar-Rapids_Iowa-City.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251219T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T235324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T235324Z
UID:10004090-1766167200-1766172600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:PJ Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for PJ Storytime at Sidekick Coffee and Books!\n\nBring the kiddos in their comfy PJs and we will cozy up and read the Holiday classic “The Polar Express” and write letters to Santa. Each kiddo will receive a sleigh bell (while supplies last.) This event is FREE and open to all.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/pj-storytime/
LOCATION:Sidekick Coffee & Books\, 1310 1/2 Melrose Ave\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PJ-Storytime_Free-Kids-Event_Near-Me_Iowa-City_Local-Hub_Sidekick-Coffee-and-Books_Events-near-me_Free.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251219T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004004-1766138400-1766163600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004003-1766052000-1766077200@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251217T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004002-1765965600-1765990800@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251208T203100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T203100Z
UID:10004111-1765900800-1765908000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa at Field Day
DESCRIPTION:North Liberty’s favorite Santa is back! Join us for a festive Family Night as the one and only Santa Rod brings his holiday magic to Field Day Brewing Co.\nBring the kids for a cozy evening filled with: Meet & Greet with Santa Rod 4 PM – 6 PM  ½-Price Kids Meals from 4 PM – Close — perfect for a family night out Plenty of magical photo moments throughout the taproom\nWhether it’s your child’s first Santa visit or your family’s favorite holiday tradition\, this is the perfect night to slow down\, make memories\, and share in the wonder of the season.\nNo tickets needed — just bring your holiday spirit and get ready for unforgettable moments with Santa Rod.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-at-field-day/
LOCATION:Field Day Brewing Co\, 925 Liberty Way\, North Liberty\, Iowa\, 52317\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Santa_Field-Day_The-Local-Hub_Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_North-Liberty_Coralville_Photos-With-Santa.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004001-1765879200-1765904400@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T182309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T182309Z
UID:10004042-1765877400-1765879200@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up in the Teddy Bear Room at the Hilton Garden Inn for Teddy Bear Story Time! In partnership with the Iowa City Public Library\, this special morning event invites little ones to enjoy stories that bring these fluffy\, traditional\, and timeless companions to life. Featuring charming tales like “Teddy Bear Postman” and “The Case of the Twin Teddy Bears\,” books will be read amongst hundreds of teddy bear stuffed animals. Story time will also include short activities and participatory songs. This story time is designed for children ages 2-5\, however\, all ages are welcome.\n\nWHERE: Hilton Garden Inn WHEN: Tuesdays Dec. 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 from 9:30am – 10:00am
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/teddy-bear-story-time/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 328 S Clinton St\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Downtown-Iowa-City_Hilton-Garden-Inn_Iowa-City-Public-Library_Toddler-Storytime_The-Local-Hub_Events-Near-Me.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251215T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10004000-1765792800-1765818000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T233009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T233009Z
UID:10004089-1765720800-1765728000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa at Sidekick Coffee and Books!
DESCRIPTION:Santa Claus will be at Sidekick on Sunday\, December 14 from 2-4 PM! Swing by for Santa photos and last-minute Christmas shopping!
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-at-sidekick-coffee-and-books/
LOCATION:Sidekick Coffee & Books\, 1310 1/2 Melrose Ave\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa_Sidekick-coffee-and-books_photos-with-santa_near-me_Iowa-City_The-Local_Hub_Events-Near-Me_North-Liberty.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T221846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T221846Z
UID:10004078-1765717200-1765735200@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025! \nThis FREE holiday event series will run from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays in the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center North Expo Hall. All ages are welcome to this FREE community event. No ticket or registration required. Celebrate the holiday season at Hawkeye Downs for visits with Santa\, crafts\, activities\, games\, photo opportunities\, and more!\n\nHOURS Friday 6:00PM to 9:00PMSaturday 1:00PM to 9:00PMSunday 1:00PM to 6:00PM\nSanta Village will be CLOSED Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays\, and Thursdays.\n\nHere’s what to get excited about… Selfie stations\, sponsored by Rinderknecht Associates\, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust\, Impact Embroidery & Balster Pediatric Dentistry Coloring & Craft Station\, sponsored by Target Hills Bank Letters to Santa Station Peppermint Putt Putt Golf Station\, sponsored by Basepoint Wealth Mrs. Claus’s Cozy Corner\, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival and Central Furniture Rescue\n\n For just $5\, guests can visit Santa for special holiday photos next to Santa’s Workshop\, thanks to Kalona Mini Buildings. Santa will be available each night of the event until he flies into the sky on Christmas Eve.\n\n Get ready to jump and play! The elves from H&H Fun Rides will host inflatables for kids inside Santa Village. Wristbands and tickets will be available for purchase in the Expo Center.\n\n Guests are welcome to shop with local vendors at the Holiday Market. From clothing to ornaments to stocking stuffers and more\, there is something for everyone in the market this winter.\n\n Need a holiday treat? Hawkeye Downs will offer concessions\, including hot cocoa\, cookies\, coffee\, and other warm snacks.\n\n On Sunday afternoons at 2:00PM and 4:00PM\, we will host local celebrities reading holiday favorites in our special book corner near our fireplace.\n\n Join local musicians for live holiday tunes in Santa’s Music Factory on Saturday nights from 6:00 to 8:00PM!\n\n Sensory-Friendly Day with ChildServe at Santa Village will be held on Sunday\, December 7th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM!\n\n This public event series is FREE ADMISSION\, with no registration or ticket required. More information is available on the Hawkeye Downs website at www.hawkeyedowns.org/santavillage.\n Questions? Contact Hawkeye Downs at (319) 365-8656.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-village-at-hawkeye-downs-3/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Hawkeye Downs\, 4400 6th St SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa-Village_Hawkeye-Downs_Free_Events-near-me_The-Local-Hub_Cedar-Rapids_Iowa-City.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251117T195802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T195802Z
UID:10003937-1765717200-1765728000@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Ultimate Santa Event
DESCRIPTION:Ultimate Santa Event! Sunday Dec 14th 1-4pm Anderson’s Taekwondo gym. Greeted by Buddy the elf! FREE pictures with Santa\, Elsa and the Grinch. Fun kids gift station to pick out and have wrapped gifts for mom\, dad and family. Door prizes and giveaways! Come join on all of the fun!
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/ultimate-santa-event/
LOCATION:Anderson’s ATA Taekwondo\, 990 238th St NE\, North Liberty\, IA\, 52317\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Ultimate-Santa-Event_Pictures-With-Santa_Anderson-ATA_The-Local-Hub_Events-Near-Me_Things-To-Do.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10003999-1765706400-1765731600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T222856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T222856Z
UID:10004080-1765641600-1765652400@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Swisher’s A Very Merry Christmas Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A Very Merry Christmas Celebration in Downtown Swisher!  Saturday\, December 13th | 4–7 PM\n\nGet ready for another fun-filled\, festive evening in downtown Swisher at our annual Very Merry Christmas Celebration! \n\nEnjoy a night full of holiday magic featuring: Lighted Christmas Parade Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides Real Llamas Live Princess Characters Kids Crafts Cookie Decorating Holiday Tree Walk Live Music Shop Local ‘n Social @ Vault Boutique & Plum Creek Boutique…and so much more!\n\n The Jefferson-Monroe Fire Department will bring Santa Claus through town in the parade and stop by afterward (around 6:30 PM) for Hot Cocoa and photos with the kids outside Kava House!\n\n Schedule of Events4:00–6:00 PM• Kids Crafts (Rose Barn)• Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides (by City Hall)• Live Princess Characters (by City Hall)• Real Llamas (Rose Barn)• Shop Local ‘n Social @ Vault Boutique & Plum Creek Boutique• Holiday Tree Walk• Cookie Decorating\n6:00 PM – Lighted Christmas Parade on 2nd St.6:30 PM – Visit Santa Claus (in the shed outside Kava House)\n\n Parade Participants:Have a business or organization that would like to enter a float in the Lighted Parade?It’s FREE to enter! Line-up starts at 5:30 PM at Jefferson Ave & 2nd St — no pre-registration required.\n(Please\, no Santa costumes on parade entries to avoid confusion for the kiddos—thank you!)\n\nNote: Some activities are outdoors—please dress for the weather!
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/swishers-a-very-merry-christmas-celebration/
LOCATION:Swisher\, Iowa\, Swisher\, Iowa\, 52338\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Swisher-Iowa_The-Local-Hub_Christmas-Celebration_Things-to-do_near-me_Iowa-City_North-Liberty_Cedar-Rapids_Santa.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251125T221314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T221314Z
UID:10004070-1765630800-1765659600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025! \nThis FREE holiday event series will run from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays in the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center North Expo Hall. All ages are welcome to this FREE community event. No ticket or registration required. Celebrate the holiday season at Hawkeye Downs for visits with Santa\, crafts\, activities\, games\, photo opportunities\, and more!\n\nHOURS Friday 6:00PM to 9:00PMSaturday 1:00PM to 9:00PMSunday 1:00PM to 6:00PM\nSanta Village will be CLOSED Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays\, and Thursdays.\n\nHere’s what to get excited about… Selfie stations\, sponsored by Rinderknecht Associates\, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust\, Impact Embroidery & Balster Pediatric Dentistry Coloring & Craft Station\, sponsored by Target Hills Bank Letters to Santa Station Peppermint Putt Putt Golf Station\, sponsored by Basepoint Wealth Mrs. Claus’s Cozy Corner\, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival and Central Furniture Rescue\n\n For just $5\, guests can visit Santa for special holiday photos next to Santa’s Workshop\, thanks to Kalona Mini Buildings. Santa will be available each night of the event until he flies into the sky on Christmas Eve.\n\n Get ready to jump and play! The elves from H&H Fun Rides will host inflatables for kids inside Santa Village. Wristbands and tickets will be available for purchase in the Expo Center.\n\n Guests are welcome to shop with local vendors at the Holiday Market. From clothing to ornaments to stocking stuffers and more\, there is something for everyone in the market this winter.\n\n Need a holiday treat? Hawkeye Downs will offer concessions\, including hot cocoa\, cookies\, coffee\, and other warm snacks.\n\n On Sunday afternoons at 2:00PM and 4:00PM\, we will host local celebrities reading holiday favorites in our special book corner near our fireplace.\n\n Join local musicians for live holiday tunes in Santa’s Music Factory on Saturday nights from 6:00 to 8:00PM!\n\n Sensory-Friendly Day with ChildServe at Santa Village will be held on Sunday\, December 7th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM!\n\n This public event series is FREE ADMISSION\, with no registration or ticket required. More information is available on the Hawkeye Downs website at www.hawkeyedowns.org/santavillage.\n Questions? Contact Hawkeye Downs at (319) 365-8656.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-village-at-hawkeye-downs-2/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Hawkeye Downs\, 4400 6th St SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa-Village_Hawkeye-Downs_Free_Events-near-me_The-Local-Hub_Cedar-Rapids_Iowa-City.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T173447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T173447Z
UID:10003982-1765625400-1765636200@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Santa Saturdays - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Santa is making four special trips to Downtown Iowa City to meet the area’s good girls and boys. Families are invited to visit Santa as he makes his stops at FilmScene in the Chauncey. Kids are encouraged to drop off their letters and wishlists. Santa will be visiting FilmScene at the Chauncey from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Visitors and families are welcome to visit Santa and capture their own photos.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/santa-saturdays-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:FilmScene\, 404 E. College St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Santa_Downtown-Iowa-City_Pictures-With-Santa_Free-Event_The-Local-Hub_Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251126T000459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T000459Z
UID:10004092-1765623600-1765632600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Try Hockey for FREE!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Youth RoughRiders Hockey Club for FREE hockey! Anyone interested in trying hockey 4-11 Years old. No skating experience necessary! 2 session times to choose from.\n\nRegister Here: https://www.roughridershockeyclub.com/…/try…/44395
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/try-hockey-for-free/
LOCATION:ImOn Ice Arena\, 1100 Rockford Rd SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Youth-RoughRiders-Hockey-Club_Free_Kids-Event_Near-Me_Iowa-City_Cedar-Rapids_Hockey_Local-Hub.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174317Z
UID:10003998-1765620000-1765645200@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Hunt for the Elves - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:Elves are hiding throughout Downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants! Join the Downtown Hunt for the Elves\, a FREE kid-friendly scavenger hunt in downtown Iowa City\, starting Saturday\, November 29th.\n\nOnce you have found the elves in each participating store\, find their name\, use the stamp provided at each business\, or write the name of the elf on the card to show proof you found it. Turn in your completed cards after finding 10 or more elves to Iowa Book or the Iowa City Public Library in the Kid’s Department to receive a small prize and be entered to win a grand prize gift basket
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/hunt-for-the-elves-downtown-iowa-city/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hunt-for-the-elf_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub-Iowa-City_Events-Near-Me_Kids-Event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200538
CREATED:20251124T174824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T174824Z
UID:10004019-1765620000-1765641600@thelocalhub-ic.com
SUMMARY:Tractor Wagon Rides sponsored by Hills Bank
DESCRIPTION:There is no better way to take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season than with a Tractor Wagon Ride through downtown. Enjoy a FREE whimsical ride in a decorated wagon pulled by a classic tractor from Bass Farms.\n\nRides run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on a first-come\, first-serve basis\, departing every 15 minutes. Hop on outside of Hills Bank\, located at the corner of Washington and Clinton Streets. Riders will receive a candy cane and can cozy up with a blanket for a festive ride around the city.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/tractor-wagon-rides-sponsored-by-hills-bank/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Downtown Iowa City\, 315 S. Gilbert St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Family,Free,Kids,Teen
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hills-Bank_Downtown-Iowa-City_The-Local-Hub_Wagon-Rides_Free-Family-Events.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR