The United Nations named Iowa City one of the world’s cities of literature. Arts and innovations are part of our city’s DNA.
Evenings and weekends are alive with local and international entertainment opportunities that will wow you.
In the Spotlight
Showplaces
Performers from around the world and from your own neighborhood add to the variety of show-going options throughout the year.
- Hancher Auditorium
- The Englert Theatre
- UI School of Music
- Alliant Energy PowerHouse
- Paramount Theater
Museums
Iowa City’s area museums capture the history, traditions, and innovations that are the pride of our people.
- UI Stanley Museum of Art
- UI Museum of Natural History
- UI Old Capitol Museum
- Iowa Children’s Museum
- Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum
Arts Iowa
These campus treasures are just the start of what awaits you in the greater Iowa City area.
Community Finds
These venues are alive with opportunities for entertainment and enlightenment.
Festivals
Iowa City knows how to throw a great party and have a good time.
On the Field
Hawkeye Sports
Hawkeye fans are legendary. See for yourself what it means to bleed black and gold.
Local Sports
Minor league sports of all types join local college and high school sports as great Iowa City area attractions.
- Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball
- Cedar Rapids Roughriders Hockey
- Iowa Heartlanders Hockey
- Iowa Speedway Racing
On the Town
Dining
Whatever your taste, you’re going to find pleasant surprises among a wealth of choices in the Iowa City area.
Shopping
Iowa City and its neighbors are big fans of local business of all types, especially when it comes to retail.
Bars and Nightlife
You are in for a surprise over the quality and variety of area-produced wines and beers.