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Experience Cedar Rapids' many arts, culture and entertainment options. The area offers a rich cultural heritage and 35 local landmarks on the National Register of Historic Places. Home to the largest Grant Wood collection in the world, take time to tour the home/studio where he painted "American Gothic". The Cedar Rapids area also has fun, family-friendly sporting options. The area boasts hundreds of city parks, three beautiful state parks and four county parks within just 20 minutes of Cedar Rapids city limits. Festivals celebrating music, heritage, freedom, the environment, neighborhoods, sweet corn and even mushrooms are prevalent throughout the year. Cedar Rapids' ever growing dining choices include a wide variety of ethnic options, award-winning barbeque, classic and trendy gourmet, and local favorites. Skip to Best Time to Visit. Visitor Information. View Map.

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Cedar Rapids River Kings vs. Harrisburg Stampede

things to do on a rainy day in Cedar Rapids, IA

Next Weekend, May 18, 2024 (Saturday) Sports event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Cedar Rapids River Kings vs. Harrisburg Stampede May 18, 2024 at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, IA 6:35PM

Cedar Rapids River Kings vs. Mississippi Raiders

Today, May 10, 2024 (Friday) Sports event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Cedar Rapids River Kings vs. Mississippi Raiders May 10, 2024 at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, IA 7:35PM

Clint Black: 35th Anniversary Of Killin' Time Tour
Aug 01, 2024 (Thursday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Clint Black: 35th Anniversary Of Killin' Time Tour August 01, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 7:00PM

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Father's Day Weekend, Jun 15, 2024 (Saturday) Comedy event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Interactive modern day true crime mystery with a plated meal The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic true crime dinner experience in the United States. We are now running public and private shows in cities across the country every week. Our immensely popular shows are set in the present day.

Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Jul 13, 2024 (Saturday) Comedy event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Interactive modern day true crime mystery with a plated meal The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic true crime dinner experience in the United States. We are now running public and private shows in cities across the country every week. Our immensely popular shows are set in the present day.

Gabriel Iglesias: Don't Worry Be Fluffy

Oct 25, 2024 (Friday) Theater event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Gabriel Iglesias: Don't Worry Be Fluffy October 25, 2024 at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, IA 8:00PM

Is For Lovers & Hawthorne Heights Present: 20 Years of Tears
Aug 22, 2024 (Thursday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Is For Lovers & Hawthorne Heights Present: 20 Years of Tears August 22, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 5:00PM

Michael Franti & Spearhead at McGrath Amphitheatre
Next Month, Jun 03, 2024 (Monday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Michael Franti & Spearhead June 03, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 5:30PM

Nate Bargatze - The Be Funny Tour

Next Month, Jun 13, 2024 (Thursday) Theater event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Nate Bargatze - The Be Funny Tour June 13, 2024 at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, IA 7:00PM

NEEDTOBREATHE at McGrath Amphitheatre
Aug 02, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

NEEDTOBREATHE August 02, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 8:00PM

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at McGrath Amphitheatre
Next Month, Jun 22, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band June 22, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 7:30PM

Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour at Paramount Theatre

Nov 07, 2024 (Thursday) Theater event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour November 07, 2024 at Paramount Theatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 8:00PM

O.A.R. Summer Tour 24 with special guest Ripe
Sep 04, 2024 (Wednesday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

O.A.R. Summer Tour 24 with special guest Ripe September 04, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 8:00PM

PRIMUS and COHEED AND CAMBRIA at McGrath Amphitheatre
Jul 27, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

PRIMUS and COHEED AND CAMBRIA July 27, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 6:30PM

The Awakening Tour at Alliant Energy PowerHouse

Oct 20, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

The Awakening Tour October 20, 2024 at Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, IA 7:00PM

The Beach Boys at McGrath Amphitheatre
Jul 12, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

The Beach Boys July 12, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 7:30PM

The Flaming Lips at McGrath Amphitheatre
Next Month, Jun 25, 2024 (Tuesday) Concert event in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

The Flaming Lips June 25, 2024 at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids, IA 8:00PM

Cedar Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
Visitor Bureau in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

IHOP
Casual Dining restaurant in Cedar Rapids, IA USA

IHOP at 2545 Edgewood Rd SW Cedar Rapids, IA Dine at IHOP® on Edgewood Rd SW in Cedar Rapids, the home of pancakes and delicious breakfast, lunch & dinner near you with breakfast delivery, breakfast takeout and catering available. View hours, specials or order online.

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Best Time to Visit Cedar Rapids

The best time to visit Cedar Rapids, IA is in the summer and spring. Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 60's. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Spring nights are cold with lows in the mid 40's.

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Monthly Temperatures in Cedar Rapids


Month	Low	Avg	High

January	11.5 F°	19.9 F°	28.3 F°

February	17.6 F°	26.3 F°	34.9 F°

March	28.1 F°	37.8 F°	47.4 F°

April	38.9 F°	50.4 F°	61.8 F°

May	50.4 F°	61.8 F°	73.1 F°

June	60.0 F°	70.9 F°	81.8 F°

July	64.3 F°	74.8 F°	85.3 F°

August	62.3 F°	72.7 F°	83.1 F°

September	53.7 F°	64.7 F°	75.7 F°

October	42.5 F°	53.3 F°	64.1 F°

November	29.6 F°	38.0 F°	46.4 F°

December	17.3 F°	25.0 F°	32.6 F°