What’s Happening at the Hub

  • Afterschool Studio

    The Iowa Children’s Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, Iowa, United States

    Join us on the first Thursday of each month for Afterschool Studio—special activities designed for elementary-aged kids and their families. Each session features a new hands-on challenge that blends science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Our museum educators will guide kids as they tinker, build, and create—while families learn and explore together. No registration […]

  • Kölsch Service at Field Day Brewing

    Field Day Brewing Co 925 Liberty Way, North Liberty, Iowa, United States

    Experience this unique German drinking tradition right here in North Liberty, Iowa. Kölsch service is a beer drinking and service style that is native to Cologne, Germany. During a Kölsch service, a patron orders a drink and it is promptly refilled at or before they finish. Each time a glass is dropped, a notch is […]

  • 100+ Women Who Care Q4 Giving Event

    Centennial Park 1565 St. Andrews Drive, North Liberty, Iowa, United States

    Please join while we make an impact on our community during our Q4 giving event of 2025 on Thursday, Dec. 4, inside the new Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park in North Liberty. 𝟱:𝟯𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺.→ Networking, complimentary drinks and appetizers (provided by Hy-Vee)𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. 𝘁𝗼 𝟳:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺.→ Hear from Q3 winner, I'm Glad You […]

  • Holiday Lights at the Lake – Drive Through Event

    West Overlook Campground 4053 West Overlook RD NE, Iowa City, Iowa, 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. […]

    $10
  • The Nutcracker

    The Nutcracker

    The Englert Theatre 221 E Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa, United States

    The Englert Theatre and Nolte Academy are proud to present Iowa City’s annual production of The Nutcracker. This holiday classic comes to life with performances by dancers from Nolte Academy and features a live orchestra conducted by Carey Bostian. The ballet showcases exquisite costuming, enchanting sets, and captivating choreography under the direction of Nolte Ballet […]

    $48
  • A Christmas Past in historic West Branch

    A Christmas Past in historic West Branch

    Main Street West Branch 127 W. Main Street, West Branch, Iowa, United States

    𝑨 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝑷𝒂𝒔𝒕 is set to return on Friday, December 5 & Saturday, December 6, 2025 in historic West Branch, Iowa (just 6 miles from Iowa City down I-80). Join us for West Branch’s traditional holiday festival featuring timeless activities throughout Main Street and beyond, including horse-drawn carriage and wagon rides, photos with Santa, train […]

  • Hunt for the Elves – Downtown Iowa City

    Hunt for the Elves – Downtown Iowa City

    Downtown Iowa City 315 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Iowa, United States

    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. Once you have found the elves in each participating store, find their name, use the stamp provided at each business, or write the name of […]

    Free
  • ‘It’s the Season Downtown – Festive Fridays

    Downtown Iowa City 315 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Iowa, United States

    Celebrate the season with Festive Fridays—a new weekly holiday tradition in Downtown! From November 21 to December 19, enjoy carols, shopping, family-friendly fun, and special events like the Gingerbread House Competition and Living Windows. Hop on the Holly Trolley, running every Friday from 5-8 p.m., and visit a new store or restaurant each week. Downtown […]

  • Holiday Lights at the Lake – Drive Through Event

    West Overlook Campground 4053 West Overlook RD NE, Iowa City, Iowa, 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. […]

    $10
  • Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs

    Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs

    Hawkeye Downs 4400 6th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

    Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025! This 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 […]

    Free
  • The Nutcracker

    The Nutcracker

    The Englert Theatre 221 E Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa, United States

    The Englert Theatre and Nolte Academy are proud to present Iowa City’s annual production of The Nutcracker. This holiday classic comes to life with performances by dancers from Nolte Academy and features a live orchestra conducted by Carey Bostian. The ballet showcases exquisite costuming, enchanting sets, and captivating choreography under the direction of Nolte Ballet […]

    $48
  • Holiday Cookie Walk

    North Liberty Library 520 W. Cherry St, North Liberty, Iowa, United States

    Just in time for the holidays, let us do your baking for you! Get your homemade holiday cookies and candies here in the library meeting rooms. $10 per pre-packaged dozen. Proceeds benefit the FRIENDS of the North Liberty Library. We appreciate our generous volunteers who bake for us! Sign up to bake for this year’s […]

    $10