Tree Fest at Colony Acres
2025-12-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-20 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 17:00 UTC and 4 more dates | Colony Acres, 1150 S. Front St., North Liberty, Iowa, 52317, United States
Tree Fest at the Farm

November 28–30 | 10 AM–5 PMKick off the holiday season at Colony Acres’ annual Tree Fest, with this year being bigger and better!Stroll through rows of freshly cut Christmas trees, sip on hot cocoa, and soak in the sights, sounds, and scents of the season. Enjoy a weekend full of festive fun for the whole family:

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides – all weekend long (ticketed)
https://colonyacres.ticketspice.com/colony-acres-treefest…
Free Visit with Santa – Friday, Nov. 28 | 11 AM–2 PM(long lines expected)
Merry Morning with Santa Breakfast – Saturday, Nov. 29 (*ticketed event*)https://colonyacres.ticketspice.com/colony-acres-treefest…(VIP tickets are sold out, General tickets are still available)
Decorate-Your-Own Wreath Bar – create something beautiful to take home (or take home an already decorated wreath)
Hot Cocoa & Seasonal Treats – cozy up with holiday flavors
Festive Music, Decor & Gift Shopping – find unique gifts and Christmas cheer everywhere you turn

Gather your family and friends, find the perfect tree, and make new holiday memories at Tree Fest at Colony Acres!

English as a Second Language
2025-12-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-15 18:00 - 19:00 | North Liberty Library, 520 W. Cherry St, North Liberty, Iowa, 52317, United States
Are you looking to improve your English in a relaxed and supportive environment? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our ESL class is here to help you on your language journey.

What to Expect:• Casual Atmosphere: Enjoy learning in a low-key, friendly setting.• Interactive Sessions: Practice speaking, listening, and understanding English through engaging activities.• Supportive Community: Connect with others who are also learning English and share your experiences.

Conversations host, Alice, graduated from Millikin University in Decatur, IL in 2015, and then spent two years teaching English in Ukraine.
Come and join us at the library for a fun and educational experience!

Downtown Holiday Kid’s Market
2025-12-22 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-21 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-20 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-19 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-18 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-17 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-16 10:30 - 15:00, 2025-12-15 10:30 - 15:00 and 3 more dates | Downtown Iowa City, 315 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Iowa, 52240, United States
November 15th – November 26th Shopping Appointments

The Downtown Holiday Kid’s Market Sponsored by GreenState Credit Union gives kids the joy of shopping for everyone on their holiday list – with the help from Santa’s helpers! Children learn to give thoughtfully, stick to a budget, and experience the magic of finding local treasures all on their own.

Parents, grandparents, or guardians will complete a quick form listing who the children are shopping for, along with their budget. Santa’s helpers then guide the kids through the market to choose and wrap gifts in secret.

How it works:
– Check in at the Holiday Pop-up Market in Black Hawk Mini Park. We recommend parking in Dubuque Street Ramp or Tower Place and Parking Ramp.– Parents/guardians complete a quick form listing who the child is shopping for and each person’s budget.– Santa’s helpers guide the kids through the market to choose and wrap gifts in secret.– Parents can enjoy a coffee or explore downtown while their child/children shop!– After 40 minutes, children will have their gifts purchased and wrapped – ready for the holidays.

Gift details: Items range from $5-$75 and include options for parents, grandparents, siblings, teachers, and more. All products are sourced from local Iowa City shops. Stores are reimbursed for all items sold.

Shopping Time: Each family (more than one child are welcome per shift) will have about 40 minutes to complete their shopping and gift wrapping. During this time, parents are welcome to go grab coffee or explore the downtown shops.

‘It’s the Season Downtown - Festive Fridays
2025-12-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Iowa City, 315 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Iowa, 52240, 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 shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues are encouraged to stay open until 8 p.m. to join in the festivities.

FRIDAY, NOV 21 – ‘TIS THE SEASON KICKOFF– Gift tag decorating with IC Press Co-op in the Pop-up Shops– Holiday Kids’ Market Open Hours– Wilson’s Orchard selling hot cider and apple cider donuts– Window Display Contest– Carolers and live outdoor performances (Featuring a sneak peek of The Nutcracker by Nolte Dance Academy)

FRIDAY, NOV 28 – FESTIVE IN FLEECE– Ugly sweater night for families visiting town– Festive drink specials at local bars and restaurants

FRIDAY, DEC 5 – COCOA & KERNELS – FilmScene serves up popcorn at the Pop-up Shops while promoting their holiday classics series– ICDD will provide complimentary cocoa at the Pop-up Shops

FRIDAY, DEC 12 – GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITIONS– Gingerbread house competitions at Poindexter (tickets COMING SOON!)

FRIDAY, DEC 19 – LIVING WINDOWS – Festive Fridays ends with a magical evening of living window displays!– Businesses will bring their windows to life with living displays

Trivia & Music BINGO
2025-12-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Vue Rooftop, 328 S Clinton St Suite A, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
EAT, DRINK, AND TEASE YOUR BRAIN : Rally your team to win prizes each month!

Music Bingo: Every 1st TuesdayTrivia Night: Every 3rd Tuesday

Ultimate Santa Event
2025-12-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Anderson’s ATA Taekwondo, 990 238th St NE, North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
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!

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
