Summer Festivals 2025

As the city heats up, so does the fun!

Checkout this year’s line up of can’t-miss festivals in and around the Cedar Rapids area. We’ll see you there!

June

June 20-22, 2025

St. Ludmila's Kolach Festival, St. Ludmila Catholic Church

Kolaches are back! Pick up your favorite Czech treat and enjoy a fun-filled family friendly event.


June 14, 2025

Juneteenth

Join the African American Museum of Iowa for a full week of events celebrating the end of slavery in America and remembers the day of June 19, 1865 when the last enslaved people in America were finally freed upon receiving news of the Emancipation Proclamation.

June 26th - July 4th, 2025

Freedom Festival

Join the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival annually from mid-June to July 4th for fun events that embody the spirit of patriotism and a sense of community and family.

June 13-14, 2025

Amana Colonies Wurst Festival

Visit the Amana Colonies for the annual Wurst Festival! The German tradition of making sausages is alive and well in the Colonies and you don’t want to miss iout on this celebration of everything sausage. While you’re there also enjoy the Wurst Games and Dachshund Derby.

June 22, 2025

Fairfax USA Days 2025

Venture over to Fairfax for street dance, live music, movie in the park, street market, parade, big wheel races, kids carnival and more!

June 21, 2025

5th Annual Root Beer Festival

Don't miss the 5th Annual Root Beer Festival on the law at The History Center! This family-friendly event begins at 10 a.m., and the $5 admission includes live music, bounce house, free Root beer or Root Beer Float, admission to Museum Exhibits and more!

June 25-29, 2025

Linn County Fair

Join the festivities during this six-day extravaganza of entertainment, competition and exhibits. Experience the fun of a great county fair and become part of its rich history. Chris Cagle and Dylan Scott highlight the musical acts Friday and Saturday nights.

July

July 4th, 2025

Lincoln Highway Nitty Gritty

The annual Lincoln Highway Nitty Gritty (formerly known as the 4th of July Antiques Extravaganza) is an open-air show located in “Uptown” Mount Vernon, Iowa each July 4. In addition to the vendor booths, antique shops, specialty shops, and cafes along First Street remain open for the event.


July 12, 2025

CR Pride Parade and Festival

Show your true colors with CR Pride for the annual CR Pride Festival. The family-friendly event features performances, art, food and entertainment! The annual Pride Parade will be held in The District: Czech Village & New Bohemia. Make sure to bring the family down to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community and allies!


July 18-19, 2025

Solon Beef Days

Since its start in 1971 we've been growing and going strong ever since! Beef Days is held every year beginning on the 3rd Friday in July and includes events like the hay bale toss, bags tournaments, community fun run, kickball, live music and more!


July 25 - August 3, 2025

Wine & Flower Festival

Acre of Zinnias, Wine Slushes and live music! Bloomsbury Farm has it all for their summer seasons. Brighten your day flower-themed photo ops and their full of array of fun activities.

August

August 8-10th, 2025

Sweet Corn Festival

Since the festival’s founding in 1976, St. Jude Sweet Corn Festival has been a top carnival in Cedar Rapids year after year offering guests of all ages the chance to enjoy entertainment, music and food in a safe and fun-filled environment.

August 23, 2025

Market After Dark, Cedar Rapids

Celebrate with thousands in downtown Cedar Rapids for food, beer, wine, art, and entertainment. Shop a variety of vendors mixed with lively stage and street entertainment, creating a unique nightlife opportunity for downtown Cedar Rapids.

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