Baseball, Bluegrass, & Boomtown -- Weekend Corridor Events

The last weekend in August is going to be a big one! Here are some of the notable events going on in Eastern Iowa this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:

Rock the Block
- NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids
- August 24th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- feat. FLEX
- Event is free
Friday Night Concert Series
- Just off the north end of the Pentacrest on Iowa Avenue between Clinton Street and Dubuque Street in Iowa City
- August 24th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- feat. Shade of Blue
- Event is free
Hiawatha Fun Fest
- Guthridge Park in Hiawatha
- August 24 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and August 25th from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Featuring a 5K, a pancake breakfast, food and beverage vendors, live music, games, kids' activities, and more
- Movie Under the Moon at 9 p.m. August 24th
- Parade at 11 a.m. August 25th
- Fireworks at 9 p.m. August 25th
- For a full schedule of events click HERE
- Event is free
BMAI Central City Bluegrass Festival
- Linn County Fairgrounds in Central City
- August 24th from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and August 25th from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Featuring live music, food & concessions, and raffles/a silent auction
- Tickets range from $20 to $40 for adults, $5 for ages 13-16, and free for 12 and under - get yours HERE
Kernels Baseball
- Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids
- August 24th at 6:35 p.m. - Hawkeye Night and Black & Gold Baseball Giveaway
- August 25th at 6:35 p.m. - Cargill/Special Olympics Night and Silent Auction
- August 26th at 2:05 p.m. - Copyworks Team Photo Giveaway and Kernels Baseball Card Set Update
- vs. Kane County
- Tickets range from $8 to $12 - get yours HERE
Woodfest
- Amana RV Park in Amana
- August 24th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., August 25th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and August 26th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- "The festival features ongoing demonstrations or you can shop for furniture, home and garden décor, toys, bowls, carvings, tools and more"
- Admission is free, parking is $1 per car
Pianopalooza Dueling Pianos
- Bud Light Lounge at the U.S. Cellular Center in Cedar Rapids
- August 24th at 7:30 p.m.
- Come early - event always sells out
- Tickets are $6 at the door
Marion Farmers Market
- Taube Park
- August 25th from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Iowa City Farmers Market
- Chauncey Swan Ramp in Iowa City
- August 25th from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
2018 Market After Dark
- Downtown Cedar Rapids
- August 25th from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Featuring vendors, food, beer, wine, art, entertainment, and more
- "To be able to walk around the venue with your beverage, it must be contained in a Market After Dark souvenir cup available for purchase ($6 includes your first beverage and then $5 for refills) at participating establishments or at one of the beverage tents on site"
- Admission is free
Boom-Fest
- Downtown Vinton
- August 25th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- "Artisans and crafters, farmers market and food vendors are welcomed to the downtown streets of Vinton. Kids activities and live entertainment fill the time slot with a family-friendly street fair type atmosphere for all to enjoy"
Boomtown
- Benton County Fairgrounds in Vinton
- August 25th beginning at 4 p.m.
- Featuring fireworks, food, a beer tent, kids activities, and live music from Slap N Tickle
- Tickets are $10 for grandstand seating and parking is $10 per car
Ales & Tails
- NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids
- August 25th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Featuring a crawfish boil, food, beer, and live music
- Tickets are $35 and $10 for children 12 and under - get yours HERE
Brulé
- Lowe Park in Marion
- August 25th at 7:30 p.m.
- "Brulé has pushed the boundaries of contemporary Native American rhythms and classic rock in their genre-blending selections. Their electrifying show consists of a 5-piece rock ensemble augmented with an array of traditional Native American instrumentation. Paired with the stunning steps of one of the top Native American dance troupes, their authenticity brings a multi-dimensional art form to this cultural rock opera"
- Event is free
Women's Self-Defense Seminar
- Hard Drive Performance Center in Cedar Rapids
- August 24th from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. or August 25th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Cost is $50 per person - register HERE
The Righteous Brothers
- Paramount Theater Cedar Rapids
- August 25th at 7:30 p.m.
- Tickets range from $47.50 to $90 - get yours HERE
GOOD VIBES with Jason Mraz and Brett Dennen
- McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids
- August 26th at 7:30 p.m.
- Tickets range from $41 to $95 - get yours HERE
The Beach Boys with Special Guest John Stamos
- TaxSlayer Center in Moline
- August 26th at 7 p.m. - doors at 6 p.m.
- Tickets range from $39.50 to $69.50 - get yours HERE
Iowa City Monarch Festival
- Terry Trueblood Recreation Area in Iowa City
- August 26th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- "All are invited to view caterpillars, chrysalis and beautiful, orange adult Monarchs, as well as a variety of nature and nonprofit exhibits"
- Featuring crafts, face painting, snacks, and a photo booth
- Event is free
Hiawatha Farmers Market
- 10^th Avenue parking lot of Guthridge Park
- August 26th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.