The Iowa City Downtown District is a story in of itself, a place steeped in local flavor and history, alive with participatory art and music, a living room to the University of Iowa, a home to literary giants, and an extraordinary community experience. We’re more than just great shopping and restaurants. If you’ve never been, you should be here.
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Eat Drink Local Week
EAT DRINK LOCAL WEEK is Downtown Iowa City’s “Restaurant Week,” highlighting the independent, restaurants, bars and cafes that emphasize local ingredients from Iowa’s farmers, artisans, brewers and distillers. There are over 30 Downtown and Northside Marketplace restaurants participating and showcasing pre fixe menus for under $25 for a 3 course meal and under $12 for a 2 course lunch. Find a new restaurant or visit your favorite spot!
Become a Friend of Downtown
New "Friends of Downtown" drive is now available for community members and any business that is interested in supporting the efforts of the Iowa City Downtown District. "Friends of Downtown" will receive a number of exclusive perks including discounts at a number of favorite downtown coffee shops and a second hour of free parking for up to 10 visits more...
Parent's Night Out in Downtown Iowa City
Eat Drink Local Week and the City of Iowa City Parks and Rec. Department will be hosting a Parent's Night Out, April 25th from 4:00-8:30 p.m. Drop off the kids at the Robert A Lee Rec Center for a night of fun, games, crafts and dinner for only $7 for pre-registration and $10 at the door. Then enjoy the night out dining for Eat Drink Local Week at over 30 Downtown and Northside Marketplace restaurants. Get registered today!
IC Blue- Downtown Fitness Walking Map
Just in time for the Thursday, April 17th official kickoff for the Iowa City Blue Zones Project, a new walking tool is now available. In partnership with Active Endeavors, Heartland Yoga, Iowa City Fitness, Running Wild and Virtue Medicine, the Iowa City Downtown District introduces a new IC Blue Downtown Walking Map. Follow the three scenic walking routes around Downtown and the Northside Marketplace past a variety of local attractions more...
Free Public Wi-Fi Comes to Downtown
Good News for Iowa City businesses, residents, and visitors who can't stand to be disconnected-free public Wi-Fi has landed Downtown. Seeing the margins of a boom in tech-related jobs, free Wi-Fi is one way to encourage the City and property owners to enhance their broadband capabilities. Free Wi-Fi, has been in the works since last summer and crucial to Downtown's growth. Look for "DowntownIC_Free_Public_WiFi" to connect to this new service more...
Shop Local even Online
Has the weather forced you into a shopping rut? Want a convenient way to shop at your favorite store without ever leaving your home? Check out all of our amazing brick and mortar retailers that also provide you with local shopping online in the Iowa City Downtown District more...