Downtown Holiday Kid’s Market
2026-01-19 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-18 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-17 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-16 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-15 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-14 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-13 10:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-12 10:30 - 15:00 UTC and 6 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.

Tree Fest at Colony Acres
2026-01-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-12 10:00 - 17:00 and 6 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
2026-01-12 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!

Trivia & Music BINGO
2026-01-06 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
