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🛍️ Spring shopping is already in full swing downto

🛍️ Spring shopping is already in full swing downtown and there’s a little extra buzz this morning.

A line has formed outside @223babyco for the @needohofficial drop, including the limited edition Galactic Glow Dream (yes… it glows in the dark ✨). Last time these sold out in just 37 minutes, and today’s looking just as busy.

Doors open at 10am, limit 2 per SKU per customer, so if you’re heading downtown to shop, you might want to make this one of your first stops and see what the hype is about.

It finally feels like spring with the warmer days,

It finally feels like spring with the warmer days, fresh air, and the perfect excuse to switch things up. Our downtown shops and boutiques have you covered for your spring outfit refresh.

This season’s styles are all about keeping things light, easy, and ready for whatever the day brings. You’ll find relaxed denim, breezy tops, soft knits, and fresh pops of color that instantly pull a look together. Add a few simple accessories and you’ve got outfits that move effortlessly from morning coffee to patio hangs. No overthinking required, just pieces that feel good and work every time.

Pop downtown, wander a bit, and see what catches your eye. You might just find your new favorite outfit!

Grab your crew and get ready to tee off! ⛳️ Puttin

Grab your crew and get ready to tee off! ⛳️ Puttin’ Around Downtown is back for another year of friendly competition, creative courses, and a full afternoon of fun across downtown.

On Saturday, May 30th, from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., teams will make their way through a one-of-a-kind mini golf experience hosted at your favorite downtown bars and restaurants. As you putt your way through downtown, enjoy exclusive food and drink specials available only to ticket holders.

🎟 $55 Team Ticket includes:
⛳️ Participation for up to 4 team members
⛳️ Access to all mini golf holes at participating locations
⛳️ Team photo booth picture at check-in
⛳️ Custom Downtown Iowa City swag item
⛳️ Exclusive food & drink specials along the course
⛳️ Entry to win prizes, including best-dressed team

Come to win or just enjoy a fun afternoon out on the town. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday with friends!

Tickets are on sale now. Grab yours at the link in our bio.

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Here’s another look at the most recent episode of

Here’s another look at the most recent episode of The Downtown Dish, giving us a deeper look at Club Hancher, a smaller venue known for its relaxed atmosphere and eclectic lineup of performances, from jazz and comedy to experimental music and spoken word.

Andre Perry, Executive Director of @uihancher and @performingartsatiowa, joins the podcast to share how the venue makes arts accessible, affordable, and inviting. Tickets are typically around $20, with student discounts available, lowering the barrier to entry and encouraging curiosity in the community.

While the episode dives into Hancher’s impact on downtown arts, Club Hancher opens its doors tonight for the @stoptimefestival with a performance by @mei_semones, a Brooklyn-based artist blending jazz and indie pop with lyrics in English and Japanese, performs her genre-bending music.

For more upcoming events and tickets, visit Hancher’s website and explore the intimate, welcoming performances that make Club Hancher such a special spot in downtown Iowa City’s arts and culture scene!

🎳 Big news for Downtown Iowa City! Bowling is comi

🎳 Big news for Downtown Iowa City! Bowling is coming back downtown, and we couldn’t be more excited. A local business owner has officially purchased the former SpareMe space, bringing new life to this location as Barker’s Bowling, a reimagined entertainment destination.

The updated venue will feature a diner-inspired menu with classic favorites like burgers, fries, ice cream, and shakes, paired with a full lineup of entertainment, from bowling and pool tables to shuffleboard and a new dance floor. With space for live performances and plenty of room to gather, it’s designed as a place to come together, unwind, and enjoy everything from casual afternoons to lively nights out.

This kind of investment keeps downtown vibrant, welcoming, and full of things to do from day to night, while ensuring this space continues to be a destination for all ages to connect and create shared experiences. We can’t wait to see it come back to life as a go-to community gathering spot.

Stay tuned for renovation updates and a grand reopening planned for later this summer! 🎉

Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get read

Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready for the day you’ve been waiting for...the 2026 Farm to Street Dinner ticket release! And no, this is not an April Fool’s Joke!

Tickets go live this Wednesday, April 1 at 10:00 a.m. Head to www.downtowniowacitymarket.com to grab your tickets.

This unique dining experience takes place in the heart of the Northside, nestled between the quaint establishments on Linn Street. Gather your family, friends, coworkers, or significant other and spend a lovely late-summer evening under the string lights. Guests will be treated to a locally sourced, multi-course meal prepared by some of the area’s best chefs. Proceeds from the Farm to Street Dinner are awarded to a local non-profit, which means your dollars are helping to enhance the local food system.

Thank you to @greenstatecu and @cityofiowacity for sponsoring our 10th annual event!

The Literary Pub Crawl returns on April 30th from

The Literary Pub Crawl returns on April 30th from 6:00–9:30 p.m., a unique experience specific only to Iowa City. Tickets are extremely limited with only a few remaining, so grab yours now to reserve a spot!

Join hosts Joe Reilly from ICDD & Rachael Carlson from @iowacityoflit, as you wander the iconic Iowa City Literary Walk, stopping at legendary local spots for drinks, stories, and a little creative inspiration. Think part walking tour, part writing workshop, and part pub crawl.

🎟️ Your $40 ticket includes:
• Drinks at George’s Buffet, @davesfoxheadtavern, and @dublin._underground
• A hand-pressed “Response” poet card + pencil from rsvpicia
• Fun, low-pressure group writing activities
• A guided tour of the Literary Walk, St. Mary’s Church, and writers’ haunts past & present

We’ll kick things off at @prairielightsbooks before heading out for a night of words, wanderings, and well-earned beverages. With just 10 spots per crawl, the experience stays intimate, conversational, and full of literary charm.

Grab your spot and see why Iowa City is a UNESCO City of Literature, one sip and sentence at a time.

Tickets available at www.downtowniowacitymarket.com

Each year, the Iowa City Downtown District partner

Each year, the Iowa City Downtown District partners with local non-profits, groups, clubs, and organizations to offer fundraising opportunities through volunteer shifts at some of downtown’s biggest events.

Volunteer opportunities for 2026 are now open, and groups can raise funds by volunteering together at these favorite community events:

– Downtown Block Party: June 27, 2026
– Taste of Iowa City: August 26, 2026
– Northside Oktoberfest: September 26, 2026

In appreciation of their time and effort, participating groups will receive a donation to their organization, typically ranging from $250 to $800, depending on the event, task, and time commitment.

Support your cause, have fun, and be part of downtown’s most popular events! Learn more and apply at the link in our bio. Selected groups will be notified later this spring.

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