Six things to do in Eastern Iowa this week (1/19/25-1/24/25)

COMEDY

Living Improverty Improv

Living Improverty is an improv troupe specializing in short form and musical improv. The group has been doing improv in and around the Cedar Rapids area since 2017.

When: 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23

Where: CSPS Hall, 1103 Third St. SE, Cedar Rapids

Cost: $15 advance; $20 door

FESTIVALS/FAIRS

Amana Colonies Winterfest 2026

Winter in Iowa comes alive in the Amana Colonies during this annual celebration filled with outdoor games, live music, family-friendly activities, local flavors and seasonal cheer throughout the villages of Amana.

When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24

Where: Amana Colonies, 622 46th Ave., Amana

Cost: Free

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MUSIC

Chamber III: Dance Music

From the classical elegance of Beethoven to the jazzy flair of Irving Berlin, this program takes audiences on a musical journey, with each piece capturing the spirit and joy of dance in its own unique way.

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23 and Saturday, Jan. 24

Where: Opus Concert Cafe, 119 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids

Cost: $29+

SPORTS/RECREATION

Robotics League Championship

Cedar Rapids Metro High School Robotics team hosts the 2025-2026 League Championship at the Veterans Memorial Building Coliseum. Twenty-seven teams from around the area will compete for spots in the state tournament. If you're a robotics novice or expert, the First Tech Challenge this season is a site to see! Come watch for a bit, or the whole day. Proceeds from the concession stand directly benefit the Metro HS robotics program.

When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24

Where: Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 50 Second Ave. Bridge, Cedar Rapids

Cost: Free

Trivia at NewBo City Market

Every Wednesday, NewBo City Market offers trivia night where you can test your wit, win amazing prizes, and have a load of fun in the process.

When: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21

Where: NewBo City Market, 1100 Third St. SE, Cedar Rapids

Cost: Free

THEATER

“Kinky Boots”

“Kinky Boots” follows the journey of two people with nothing in common — or so they think. The unlikely pair discover that you change the world when you change your mind.

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24

Where: Hancher Auditorium, 141 E. Park Rd., Iowa City

Cost: $51.75+

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