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SUMMARY:Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs (sensory friendly time)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday experience like no other in Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs in 2025!   Sensory-Friendly Day with ChildServe at Santa Village will be held on Sunday\, December 7th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM!\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-sensory-friendly-time/
LOCATION:Hawkeye Downs\, 4400 6th St SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
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SUMMARY:KidLit Pizzazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:KidLit Pizzazz Festival  Sunday\, December 7 2 – 5 PM | Author Meet & Greet 2:30 – 4:30 PM Sidekick Coffee & Books | 1310 1/2 Melrose Ave\, Iowa City FREE\n\nThe KidLit Pizzazz Festival is back for its third year—and you’re invited! \nJoin for an afternoon celebrating children’s\, middle grade\, and young adult literature with a mix of holiday fun\, family activities\, and\, of course\, books.\n Kick off the holiday season and get your shopping started with signed and personalized books from talented local authors and illustrators. Nothing makes a better gift than a story that lasts long after the wrapping paper is gone!\nHere’s what’s in store: Author Meet & Greet + Book SigningsDiscover your next favorite story and have it signed on the spot.\n Gift Wrap Station Wrap it up and cross a name off your shopping list.\n Themed DrinksFestive sips for grown-ups and kids alike.\n Craft StationA fun\, creative stop for little hands.\n Special Appearance by Dog ManSnap a picture with everyone’s favorite canine superhero!\nBring the whole family and join us for an afternoon of books\, creativity\, and holiday cheer.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/kidlit-pizzazz-festival/
LOCATION:Sidekick Coffee & Books\, 1310 1/2 Melrose Ave\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Free,Kids
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SUMMARY:Holiday Lights at the Lake - Walk Through Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the holiday season at Holiday Lights at the Lake!\nHolidaylightsatthelake.com\n\nImmerse 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.\n\nEnjoy music throughout the campground\, cozy up at fire-pit warming stations\, and explore our goodwill donation concessions.\nGates 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.\n\nAll entrance fees support The Bird House\, Hospice Home of Johnson County\, while proceeds from concessions benefit Friends of the Coralville Lake.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/holiday-lights-at-the-lake-walk-through-event/
LOCATION:West Overlook Campground\, 4053 West Overlook RD NE\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Family,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:The Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION: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 Director and Nutcracker Artistic Director\, Loren Williams.
URL:https://thelocalhub-ic.com/event/the-nutcracker-3/
LOCATION:The Englert Theatre\, 221 E Washington St.\, Iowa City\, Iowa\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Family
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