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.
Be Inspired! Get Involved.
Events Calendar
December 2, 2024
December 7, 2024
December 19, 2024
Don’t miss these events,
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EAT FOR THE ARTS on DECEMBER 2
Prepping for Thanksgiving & feeling grateful! 🍁🦃
As we prepare for the holiday, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to YOU! 🙏 Whether you're a supporter, an artist, or part of our vibrant Iowa City community, we couldn't do it without you. Your passion for the arts and commitment to making this community shine is what makes everything we do so special.
Here’s to family, friends, and all the beautiful moments that make this time of year so meaningful. We are beyond grateful for each and every one of you. 💛
The SOTA office will be closed today through Friday as we celebrate the season with our loved ones. We'll be back next week, ready to continue creating unforgettable arts experiences together!
Swipe to see some of our favorite moments with smiling faces that make the Iowa City arts scene so amazing! 📸✨
Wishing you all a wonderful and warm Thanksgiving! 🧡
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Great photos l thanks for everything l, SOTA!
Thank YOU for all you do for our community!
Reduce Food Waste this Holiday season
As we celebrate the upcoming holidays, we’re reminded that food waste tends to increase during this busy time of year.
The Love Food, Fight Waste campaign is here to help you reduce that impact with simple, proactive tips to make your holiday gatherings more sustainable.
Quick Tips: Plan ahead with a shopping list, take only what you’ll eat, save or share leftovers, freeze extras for later, and compost food scraps using curbside service or at the landfill.
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We're looking forward to the Holiday Thieves Market next weekend! conta.cc/4i9kdzw ... See MoreSee Less
Get ready for the Holiday Thieves Market and Silent Auction!
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Email from Summer of the Arts Plus, Eat for the Arts at Oasis Falafel Summer of the Arts November 26, 2024 Hello Lisa, It's the time of year when we give thanks for your support and involvement. We lo1 CommentComment on Facebook
Not "this weekend", but next, correct?
One week until Eat For The Arts! 🍽️
Mark your calendars! Just one week left until Eat For The Arts at Oasis Street Food & Oasis Falafel Restaurant on Monday, December 2, 2024! From 11 AM – 8 PM, enjoy a delicious meal at Oasis Falafel, and 10% of their sales will be donated to the Summer of the Arts to support our free community programming!
It’s the perfect way to enjoy some amazing food and give back to local arts at the same time! 🍴💙
📍 Where: Oasis Falafel, 206 N Linn St, Iowa City
📅 When: Monday, December 2, 2024, 11 AM – 8 PM
See you there for food, fun, and supporting the arts!
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🐜 😉😁 This is a great fundraising opportunity. But sorry, this font always makes me think this is "ants" , not arts
Save room for the baklava
The best
Less Monday, More Summer! ☀️
We know it's Monday, but we're already dreaming of the warm summer days filled with incredible performances, local artists, and vibrant community events! 🎶🌟 Summer of the Arts brings all of that and more to Iowa City every year, and we can’t wait for those unforgettable summer moments to return!
As the weather gets colder, let's hold on to those summer vibes and look forward to the fantastic arts experiences waiting for us next year!
Stay tuned for more updates, and let's get ready to make the next summer one to remember! 🌞
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What a fantastic way to keep the summer spirit alive! ☀️ Summer of the Arts always brings such joy and vibrancy to our community. Thank you for keeping us excited for what's to come—counting down the days until we can soak up the sunshine, music, and creativity again! 🎶🌟 #SummerDreaming #CommunityJoy
On this Sunday, we want to give a big thank you to Dr. Suzanne Stock, Orthodontist, for her continued support of the Ped Mall Stage at the Iowa Arts Festival! 🎨🎤
Dr. Stock's dedication to supporting the arts makes a big difference in bringing free, live music and performances to our community. We are so grateful for her sponsorship and involvement in making the festival an unforgettable experience!
📸 Check out these amazing moments captured from the Ped Mall Stage at the Iowa Arts Festival.
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