An Enormous List of April 2025 Events in Eastern Iowa

An Enormous List of April 2025 Events in Eastern Iowa

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Spring has sprung! Here are some of the big events happening in Eastern Iowa and beyond in April of 2025 (craft & vendor markets are listed at the bottom of the article):

*Looking for Easter Bunny visits and egg hunts in the Corridor? Check out that list HERE!*

Champions Of Magic: Chasing the Unbelievable

  • Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
  • Wednesday, April 2nd at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an explosive ALL NEW show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Fusing their skills in grand scale magic, a flair for spectacle and undeniable showmanship, this interactive, high-energy show is sure to entertain the entire family. Combining their signature humor with groundbreaking magic, the world’s only team of illusionists present a brand-new production unlike anything that has come before."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Whose Live Anyway?

  • Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
  • Thursday, April 3rd at 7:30 p.m.
  • Featuring Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Mission Creek Festival

  • Downtown Iowa City
  • April 3rd through 5th
  • "Mission Creek Festival is a 3-day music and literature festival that takes place every spring in downtown Iowa City, Iowa. The festival thrives on intimacy and visceral connections between artists and audiences. We host events indoors at traditional venues and local shops converted into performances spaces solely for the festival."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Warren Zeiders Concert

  • Vibrant Music Hall, Waukee
  • Friday, April 4th at 8 p.m.
  • With special guest Tyler Braden
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Hadestown

  • Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 4th at 7 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 5th at 1 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 5th at 7 p.m.
  • "HADESTOWN intertwines two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Middle of the Map Tattoo Convention

  • Hy-Vee Hall, Des Moines
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 4th from 2 p.m. to 12 a.m.
    • Saturday, April 5th from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
    • Sunday, April 6th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • "THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT THAT WILL FEATURE NEARLY 300
    OF THE BEST TATTOO ARTISTS FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY, WITH MANY INKMASTER ALUM, INCLUDING WINNERS DJ TABME AND BOBBY JOHNSON. THE WEEKEND FUN INCLUDES LIVE TATTOOING, LIVE MUSIC, AND PRIZES FOR OVER 25 TATTOO COMPETITIONS FOR ALL TO ENTER."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival

  • Collins Road Theatres, Cedar Rapids
  • April 4th through 6th
  • Featuring 62 films with Iowa connections, two discussion forums, an awards ceremony, and more
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Heartlanders Hockey

  • Xtream Arena, Coralville
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 4th at 7 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 5th at 6 p.m.
    • Sunday, April 6th at 3 p.m.
    • Wednesday, April 9th at 7 p.m.
    • Friday, April 11th at 7 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 12th at 6 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Iowa Eats Food & Drink Festival

  • Waterloo Convention Center, Waterloo
  • Saturday, April 5th at 11 a.m.
  • "The Iowa Eats Food & Drink Festival is the first and only event in Eastern Iowa to feature all Iowa foods, products, chefs, authors and agriculture-related products... attendees will enjoy a one-day celebration of food and beverage tasting, cooking and product demonstrations, live entertainment and more."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Midland Concert

  • Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport
  • Saturday, April 5th at 8 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Earth Expo

  • Robert A Lee Community Center, Iowa City
  • Saturday, April 5th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  • "Come meet organizations that are committed to sustainability and combating climate change at the 5th Annual Earth Expo on April 5th from 1-4 p.m. at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center! Enjoy the Sustainable Fashion Show, featuring locally sourced, repurposed, and secondhand pieces by community designers, starting at 2 p.m. Plus, take home free swag and participate in fun activities for all ages."

RodCon

  • Rod Library, Cedar Falls
  • Saturday, April 5th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • "RodCon is a mini-comic book convention with a welcoming environment where people with common interests come together to share their love of all things pop culture. There will be games, comics, crafts and a costume contest free and open to the public!"

Dueling Pianos Fundraiser

  • Olympic South Side Theater, Cedar Rapids
  • Saturday, April 5th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Benefitting Last Hope Animal Rescue
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Cedar Rapids River Kings Indoor Football

Wild Lights Festival

  • Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines
  • April 5th through May 26th
    • Open Wednesdays through Sundays from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • "Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival, presented by MidAmerican Energy Company, will feature nearly 50 handcrafted, larger-than-life illuminated Asian lanterns. This year’s festival includes dazzling displays of animals, insects, and plants, interactive exhibits, a private igloo experience, s’mores, and plenty of photo and selfie opportunities."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Meet & Greet with Spider-Man + Balloon Drop Send-Off

  • The Play Cafe, Marion
  • Sundays in April (except Easter - 4/20)
  • "Get ready for action-packed fun with Spider-Man! Join us for an unforgettable morning of superhero excitement, capped off with a spectacular balloon drop!"
  • Admission is $10 per child

MJ Live: Michael Jackson Tribute Concert

  • Adler Theatre, Davenport
  • Monday, April 7th at 7:30 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Amy Grant Concert

  • Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
  • Tuesday, April 8th at 7:30 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Bob Dylan Concert

  • Adler Theatre, Davenport
  • Tuesday, April 8th at 8 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

An Evening with David Sedaris

  • Englert Theatre, Iowa City
  • April 9th & 10th at 7:30 p.m.
  • "David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Weetails Children's Consignment Sale

  • Former Younkers inside Lindale Mall, Cedar Rapids
  • April 10th through 12th
  • "Children's Consignment sale is back again! Located in the Younkers space. People can stock up on children's clothing for the spring and summer."

RoughRiders Hockey

  • ImOn Ice Arena, Cedar Rapids
  • Friday, April 11th at 7:05 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Comedian Jeff Dunham

  • Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Cedar Rapids
  • Friday, April 11th at 7 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Bill Murray & His Blood Brothers Concert

  • Val Air Ballroom, West Des Moines
  • Friday, April 11th at 7:30 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Los Lobos & Los Lonely Boys Concert

  • Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel, Tama
  • Friday, April 11th at 8 p.m.

Social Media Star Officer Eudy

  • Classic Event Center, Cedar Rapids
    • Friday, April 11th at 8 p.m.
  • Davenport Elks Lodge 298
    • Saturday, April 12th at 8 p.m.
  • "Kevin Eudy never intended to become a social media star. Eudy was just a small-town police officer with a couple of children and a sense of humor. Because of that sense of humor, a couple of friends suggested he try to do a few videos on the social media platform, TikTok. Eudy began doing short videos about the life of a cop, but it was when he started including stories of his children – particularly his daughter, nicknamed Scoot, that things took off. He gets most of his material from living everyday life."

Taste of Iowa

  • Dan & Debbie's Creamery, Ely
  • Saturday, April 12th from 11 a.m. 2 p.m.
  • "Come sample the best that Iowa farmers + makers have to offer at our spring Taste of Iowa event!"

Space Stations

  • Hiawatha Public Library
  • Saturday, April 12th from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
  • "Children ages 5-12 are invited to join three educators from the Iowa Children's Museum for an engaging, hands-on exploration of space-themed activities. While the program is designed for school-aged participants, the whole family is welcome to attend!"

Monster Jam

  • Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
  • Dates/Times
    • Saturday, April 12th at 1 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 12th at 7 p.m.
    • Sunday, April 13th at 1 p.m.
  • "This isn’t just any event—it’s As Big As It Gets where 12,000-pound trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air in competitions of speed and skill.  It’s all happening at Monster Jam, where every moment is unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Night Ranger Concerts

Davenport Reptile Expo

  • Golden Leaf Banquet Center, Davenport
  • Sunday, April 13th from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • "The Show Me Reptile Show is not just about witnessing these incredible animals up close, but it's also your one-stop-shop for bringing home your very own slithering or scaly friend. Join us for a day of unforgettable encounters, amazing reptiles, and the opportunity to find your new cold-blooded companion!"

Comedian Rob Schneider

  • Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
  • Thursday, April 17th at 7:30 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Swisher Sip & Shop

  • Downtown Swisher
  • Thursday, April 17th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Featuring shopping, vendors, music, specials, food, and  drinks

Wild ‘N Out Iowa Takeover - Comedy Show

  • Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
  • Friday, April 18th at 8 p.m.
  • "Hosted by entertainment mogul Nick Cannon, features a star-studded lineup of comedians, cast members, and special guests, delivering the same unpredictable fun that has captivated millions on MTV."

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello

  • Five Flags Center, Dubuque
  • Friday, April 18th at 6 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Dinosaur Adventure

  • Hawkeye Downs, Cedar Rapids
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 18th from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 19th from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Sunday, April 20th from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • "Step into the world of prehistoric giants at Dinosaur Adventure, a unique exhibit showcasing life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing! Kids can dive into fun-filled activities, including Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, dinosaur rides, and more!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Eastern Iowa Pet Expo & Car Show

  • National Guard Armory, Cedar Rapids
  • Saturday, April 19th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • "We will have adoptable pets and reptiles for you to meet. You can come shop with our local crafters, direct sales, baked goods and food trucks. The kiddos can pet animals at the petting zoo and there will be pony rides and paint a pony. When finished get a fun balloon from our balloon artist. Dog podcast will be in progress as well as pet nutrition seminars. Out in the parking lot will be R&W Auto Detailing with some beautiful cars to see."
  • Admission is free - donations for local animal shelters accepted

Cars & Coffee Cedar Rapids

  • Hawkeye Downs Speedway and Expo Center, Cedar Rapids
  • Saturday, April 19th from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
  • "All makes and models are welcome to join us at the FIRST Cars & Coffee Cedar Rapids of 2025. Food and beverage will be available onsite for purchase from Grind Coffee."
  • Admission is free

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella

  • Adler Theatre, Davenport
  • Saturday, April 19th at 7 p.m.
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Pork Tornadoes Concert

  • Q Casino, Dubuque
  • Saturday, April 19th at 8 p.m.
  • With special guest Jake Pfohl
  • Ages 21+ - purchase tickets HERE

Tigirlily Gold Concert

  • Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport
  • Saturday, April 19th at 7 p.m.
  • With special guest Emily Elgin
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert

  • Adler Theatre, Davenport
  • Monday, April 21st at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Watch the full movie, as a live band performs in sync with David Bowie’s original vocals, playing the songs and score composed by Bowie and Trevor Jones. Feel the power of the music from the cult classic live!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Julien Dubuque International Film Festival

  • Hotel Julien, Dubuque
  • April 21st through 27th
  • "JDIFF is known for its networking opportunities, best communication, quaint location, great programming, friendly staff & volunteers, inquisitive audience, multiple screening opportunities, workshops, panels, amazing events and parties and so much more! And most importantly, lots of FREE FOOD in our filmmaker lounge, where many friendships and collaborations have been made."

Broadway at the Paramount: The Cher Show

  • Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
  • Tuesday, April 22nd at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture - breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. THE CHER SHOW is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the bright-eyed kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

2025 Women Lead Change Conference: Cedar Rapids

  • DoubleTree by Hilton Convention Complex, Cedar Rapids
  • April 22nd & 23rd
  • "Two days of tactical leadership development, peer-to-peer networking, and more for women leaders and allies."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Brooks & Dunn Concert

  • Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
  • Thursday, April 24th at 7 p.m.
  • With special guest David Lee Murphy
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Illusionist Rick Thomas

  • Adler Theatre, Davenport
  • Thursday, April 24th at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Join Rick as he guides you through the halls of the mansion and discover that we all have the same dreams... and sometimes the same nightmares. Witness for yourself the most intriguing, innovative, and mind-blowing grand illusions in the world. You will indeed be inspired to follow your dreams as you look forward to an astonishing future."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Shinedown Concert

  • Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
  • Friday, April 25th at 7 p.m.
  • With special guests Beartooth and Morgan Wade
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Cedar Rapids Night Meet

  • Hawkeye Downs, Cedar Rapids
  • Friday, April 25th at 6 p.m.
  • "The Cedar Rapids Night Meets are back and on the track! Join more than 600 badass cars, trucks and bikes as we take over the track at Hawkeye Downs Speedway Friday April 25th. This event is brought to you by Brown's Ford in West Branch and is open to all makes and models. Gates open at 6:00pm so get out early to secure the best spot. It is only $5 to park on the track! You know the drill, arrive together, park together, no saving spots. We will have food from Boulevard Grill and vendor tents from Brown's West Branch, Walker Detailing, Diamond Effect Tinting & Accessories and more."
  • Spectators are free

Davenport Spring Home Show

  • Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Davenport
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 25th 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 26th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Sunday, April 27th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • "This free event is the perfect opportunity for homeowners to save BIG on all home improvement projects and meet with local and national vendors face to face, offering valuable insights and guidance to help you turn your vision into reality."

EcoFest

  • NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids
  • Saturday, April 26th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • "The Corridor’s premier Earth Day celebration, this family-friendly festival includes interactive educational activities, eco-products, local foods, arts and free live music! EcoFest helps us connect our personal choices to individual, community and planetary sustainability."

3rd Annual Spring SxS Ride & Poker Run

  • Starts at Sally's on Broadway, Springville
  • Saturday, April 26th at 9 a.m.
  • Benefitting the 620 Foundation

Black Panther: Film in Concert

  • Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls
  • Saturday, April 26th at 7 p.m.
  • Performed by the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn

  • The Olympic South Side Theater, Cedar Rapids
  • Saturday, April 26th at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Spend a deliciously chilling evening with renowned criminologist and serial killer expert, Dr. Scott Bonn, as he takes you inside the minds of the world’s most savage and prolific murderers."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Neon Dragon 20 Year Anniversary Party

  • The Olympic South Side Theater, Cedar Rapids
  • Sunday, April 27th at 5 p.m.
  • "Enjoy live music, over $1,500 worth of tattoo giveaways, door prizes, and lots of Neon Dragon exclusive merchandise for sale. Free admission with doors opening at 5pm. Headlining entertainment from band BALLYHOO, and opening bands Subliminal Rage, Reggae Rapids, and Interstellar Cave Dwellar."

KWWL Health Fair

  • Waterloo Convention Center
  • Sunday, April 27th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  • "This free event is open to all and packed with activities, giveaways, and opportunities to learn about your health. Come explore, learn, and take charge of your health at this exciting community event!"

Iowa Tulip Festival

  • Bloomsbury Farm, Atkins
  • Opening tentatively in late April (dates are weather dependent)
    • Thursdays & Fridays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
    • Saturdays & Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • "Tulips are coming to Bloomsbury for the first time ever this spring! Immerse yourself in stunning, colorful fields of tulips, snap memorable photos, and meet adorable baby animals!"
  • Tickets will be on sale (date TBA) HERE

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