Events

The Iowa City Downtown District hosts a full year-round calendar of signature events, ranging from boutique soft-goods events like the Shop Crawl and Gallery Walk series to large-scale, one-day neighborhood events like the Downtown Block Party and Northside Oktoberfest. Whether seeking a fun, informal monthly happy hour in First Round or the foodie-favorite Farm to Street Dinner, ICDD works directly with local businesses to create high-quality events that drive foot traffic and attract visitors.

Events calendar of activities happening throughout Downtown Iowa City
Downtown Iowa City is the region’s hub for events, with numerous organizations hosting a wide variety of activities throughout the district. From arts and culture to food festivals and community gatherings, there’s always something happening.