Good morning, Iowa City.

Embrace the Race is hosting an ability-inclusive 5K & extra activities to honor Juneteenth this Sunday, uniting local residents in a celebration of diverse talents.

Foundations in Learning, an edtech company behind the WordFlight literacy program, moved its offices to 125 S.

Dubuque Street in downtown on Tuesday, June 2 — deepening its long-term investment in the community. The relocation reflects the company’s growth and commitment to local education.

Iowa DOT research projects on work zone speeds and superload damage earn national High Value Research awards from AASHTO this summer.

Tests show speed feedback trailers lower speeds by up to 10 mph ahead of work zones, while RISAT (Road Infrastructure Superload Analysis Tool) aids counties in planning repairs.

Iowa blood centers are close to low supplies as younger donors drop, LifeServe said.

The center is running Blood Donor Day promotions throughout June that offer T-shirts + chances to win prizes to boost donations before summer trauma season hits.

The University of Iowa is launching its Iowa Integrated Network for Science, Information and Geospatial Health Tracking Program to study links between environmental factors and rising cancer rates.

The program will combine field work and lab analysis of drinking water and air quality and run for five years.

FRYfest football celebration will be held Friday, Sept.

4 at the Iowa River Landing in Coralville, featuring a block party with free concerts by 80’s cover band Spazmatics and Mount Vernon band Rattlebox — marking its 17th year of honoring Hayden Fry’s legacy.

Iowa Arts Festival

11:00 a.m. — Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate summer with a showcase of over 100 visual artists, live music, and delicious food options.

Iowa Arts Festival

10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Iowa City Downtown District — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of art, music, and food in the heart of downtown Iowa City.

Into Full Flame

3-5 p.m. — The University of Iowa School of Music - Voxman Building — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant choral-orchestral performance highlighting themes of peace and inspiration.

Monday Night Gravel Ride

6:30-8:30 p.m. — World of Bikes, 723 S Gilbert St — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop gravel ride of 20-30 miles ending at Big Grove Brewery.

South Side Ride

5-6 p.m. — Dream City — Free — A youth-focused and family-friendly bike ride through Iowa City.

Music on the Move: Dave Zollo and Brian Cooper

6:30-8 p.m. — Fairmeadows Park — Free live music — Experience soulful roots and Americana tunes from Iowa legend David Zollo and drummer Brian Cooper.

Street Dance at Iowa City Senior Center

6-8 p.m. — Iowa City Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of rhythm and movement at the local senior center dance event.

Ballroom and Latin Social Dancing

7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — $6 – $12 — Enjoy an evening of dance with a lesson followed by social dancing to recorded music.

Cool Shoes Improv Show

8:30 PM — Willow Creek Theatre Company — Ticket purchase supports local artists — Enjoy a night of laughter with Cool Shoes' short-form improv games.

Buzzkill - Summer Tour 2026

7-11:30 p.m. — Gabe's — $13.06 — Experience an electrifying night with live performances from up-and-coming artists.