Summer of the Arts mission is to build community in the Iowa City Area, to experience, learn about, and enjoy free arts and cultural programming.
Summer of the Arts Presents
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Iowa Arts Festival
Enjoy the visual arts, live music, kids’ activities, great food and more at this award-winning festival in downtown Iowa City each June.
Iowa City Jazz Festival
Internationally renowned jazz musicians perform alongside some of the most talented musicians in Eastern Iowa on two stages for a weekend full of good vibes, sights, sounds, flavors and more.
Friday Night Concert Series
The Ped Mall in the heart of downtown Iowa City comes to life Friday nights May through September with a wide variety of performers from Eastern Iowa featuring all kinds of genres from bluegrass to rock to jazz and hip hop.
Free Movie Series
What’s better than kicking back under the stars on a warm summer night to enjoy a family friendly movie on our big screen in your neighborhood park?
Music on the Move
Featuring some of the Iowa City area favorites, Music on the Move visits a wide range of parks around the Iowa City area providing a more intimate performance Tuesdays throughout the summer.
Rhythms at Riverfront Crossing
One Saturday a month from May – September, one of Iowa City’s largest parks will come to life with live music from some of the area’s most popular bands along with kids’ activities, food vendors and adult beverages.
Holiday Thieves Market
Continuing a 50+ year tradition, the Holiday Thieves Market is a fine Art Show happening in early December and featuring around 85 artists from around the Midwest for all of those perfectly unique gifts.
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Communications Manager
Eat for the Arts on August 28
Artists: Apply Until September 1
Summer of the Arts is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented and experienced communications professional to join our team to produce premier arts and cultural events in Iowa City! Experience in developing and implementing communication/promotional plans, working in a team-based environment, and a passion for the arts are requirements. Experience working with a wide range of audiences and event management experience preferred. Check out the full job description here: bit.ly/3WKtd4D ... See MoreSee Less
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This week we are having a ball with some of the best.
The Friday Night Concert Series, sponsored by McGrath Toyota of Iowa City, welcomes The Fabulous Trutones and Cedar County Cobras to the ped mall stage. These groups, with years of history between them, are going to brintg their expertise and passion to kick off an amazing weekend. Show starts at 6:30 PM on August 2nd.
Thank you ReUnion Brewery, Joseph's Steakhouse Iowa City, and Bread Garden Market & Bakery for sponsoring the stage. Thank you 1630 KCJJ forsponsoring the performers.
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good bands here enjoy folk's
We're getting set up at Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings: Dave Zollo & the Body Electric and will kick things off in just a few minutes! Thanks to our sponsor for the evening, Shaner Magalhães, Realtor and Nanci Kohl - State Farm Agent , and to our presenting sponsor Veridian Credit Union and our State Sponsor Kim Schillig, Realtor at Lepic-Kroeger, Realtors ! ... See MoreSee Less
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Fantastic event!!!
Get ready for another spectacular Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings, sponsored by Veridian Credit Union.
David Zollo & The Body Electric are going to fill the park with their rich sounds and amazing energy. Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department will have activities that are fun for the whole family. It's also dinner and a show with food courtesy of Selina's Creations, Luna's Tacos of Iowa City, and Moo Moo's Ice Cream Truck. Don't forget, Big Grove Brewery will also be there to supply adult beverages.
Thank you Shaner Magalhães, Realtor and Nanci Kohl - State Farm Agent for sponsoring the band. Thank you Kim Schillig, Realtor at Lepic-Kroeger, Realtors for sponsoring the stage.
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Summer of the Arts Do the kids activities also start at 6:30 pm?
I’ll miss seeing you tonight Dave Zollo! Have fun!!!
Betsy Hickok and Ron Roberts Quartet (plus one!) now until 9p.
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