A Huge List of March 2025 Events Happening in Eastern Iowa

Concerts, conventions, tournaments, markets, musicals, hockey games, and festivals... March is going to be a jam-packed month! Here are some of the big events happening in Eastern Iowa and beyond in March of 2025:

Jersey Boys

• Theatre Cedar Rapids
• February 20th through March 2nd
• "Jersey Boys takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom."
• Purchase tickets HERE

2025 NCAA Division III Region VI Wrestling Regional

• Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Cedar Rapids
• February 28th & March 1st
• Purchase tickets HERE

All Iowa Auto Show

• Iowa Events Center, Des Moines
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, February 28th from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 1st from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 2nd from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• "The All Iowa Auto Show returns in 2025 featuring dozens of manufacturers and auto dealers displaying brand new makes and models under one roof..."
• Admission is free

Gamicon Selenium

• Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center, Coralville
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, February 28th from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.
  • Saturday, March 1st from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.
  • Sunday, March 2nd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• "Gamicon is an annual gaming convention held in Eastern Iowa for over 30 years. We have numerous Board, Card, and Roleplaying games over the course of three days and also feature a Game Library, Play-to-Win Games and a Live Game Auction."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Marion Winter Market

• Marion American Legion
• Saturday, March 1st from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• "This vibrant event promises a showcase of 29 exceptional vendors, including makers, bakers, crafters, and artists."
• Admission is free

SaPaDaPaSo Irish Hooley

• Cliff's Dive Bar, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 1st from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• "FNF Restaurant group is proudly joining forces with SaPaDaPaSo to present a classic throw-down with traditional Irish music and good fun crazy times. There will be a great silent auction in the back room, buttons, raffle tickets for an awesome trip! This is a fundraiser to help fund the parade so bring some cash!"

Family Fest 2025

• Bridge View Center, Ottumwa
• Saturday, March 1st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Featuring inflatables, bounce houses, games, entertainment, exhibits, Safety City, a Health Walk, STEM projects, and more
• Event is free

$5-a-Bag Book Sale

• Waterloo Public Library
• Saturday, March 1st from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• "We supply the bags; you fill them up! All proceeds benefit library events and programming."

Rascal Flatts Concert

• Vibrant Arena, Moline
• Saturday, March 1st at 7 p.m.
• With special guests Chris Lane and Lauren Alaina
• Purchase tickets HERE

Iowa AAU Kids State Wrestling Tournament

• Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
• March 1st & 2nd
• Purchase tickets HERE

Spring Market

• UAW Hall 2615, Waterloo
• Sunday, March 2nd from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Featuring a wide variety of crafters and vendors, a 50/50 raffle, BBQ, and more

IGHSAU State Basketball Tournament

• Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
• March 3rd through 8th
• Purchase tickets HERE

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello

• Bridge View Center, Ottumwa
• Thursday, March 6th at 6 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Indoor Crafty Garage Sale

• Scrapmania, Cedar Rapids
• March 6th through 10th
• "Come snag a bargain (or a basket FULL of them!) at our INDOOR Scrapmania Crafty Garage Sale! Customers mark there treasures they no longer use, then we organize it all in our HUGE store, and you get to come SHOP!!! It's a win, win for sellers and shoppers!"

Josh Turner Concert

• Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, Riverside
• Friday, March 7th at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Trampled by Turtles Concert

• Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
• Thursday, March 7th at 7:30 p.m.
• With special guest David Huckfelt
• Purchase tickets HERE

The Marshall Tucker Band Concert

• Rhythm City Casino Resort, Davenport
• Friday, March 7th at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Iowa's Largest Arts & Crafts Show

• Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 7th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 8th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 9th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "This is Iowa's largest show, with over 300 talented exhibitors from 7 states presenting and selling the Midwest's finest handcrafts."
• Admission is $7 - ages 10 and under are free

Iowa Deer Classic

• Iowa Events Center, Des Moines
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 7th from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 8th from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 9th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Try out the latest in archery equipment. Shop hunting gear, accessories, clothing, blinds, tree stands and lots more. Talk to land management folks and hunting and fishing outfitters from throughout the U.S., Canada and Africa. Bring your antlers for official measuring, bring your bow for our 300 and 3D shoots, attend world-class seminars plus activities for kids."
• Purchase tickets HERE

RoughRiders Hockey

• ImOn Ice Arena, Cedar Rapids
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 7th at 7:05 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 9th at 4:05 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 22nd at 7:05 p.m.
  • Friday, March 28th at 7:05 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29th at 7:05 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Design a T-Shirt With RAYGUN

• NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 8th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• "Come design your own very own t-shirt—the winning design will have their creation printed by RAYGUN!
  
  STEAM Saturdays aim to captivate young minds by immersing them in the captivating world of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. No registration is required, and this event is free and open to the public."

Shelter House Book Sale

• Old Antique Car Museum, Coralville
• March 8th & 9th from 10:40 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Each year, Shelter House fills the Old Antique Car Museum with stories of adventure, mystery, and curiosity during our annual Book Sale. Tens of thousands of used books are generously donated by members of the community and sold for just a few dollars each, with all proceeds supporting Shelter House's work to prevent and end homelessness in our community."
• Admission is free

Dear Evan Hansen

• Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls
• Dates/Times
  • Saturday, March 8th at 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 9th at 1:30 p.m.
  • Monday, March 9th at 7 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Comedian Patton Oswalt

• Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines
• Sunday, March 9th at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Cabin Fever Vendor Fair

• Dubuque County Fairgrounds, Dubuque
• Sunday, March 9th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• "Break out of the house and enjoy a day of #shopping more than 40 local vendors, crafters, makers, bakers, wineries and more!"
• Admission is $3

Bar2Bar

• Irish District Bars, Cedar Rapids
• Sunday, March 9th at 10 a.m.
• "It’s the Ultimate Kick off to St Paddy’s day! Get your Green on and Pub Crawl to all the bars in the Irish District!"

IHSAA State Basketball Tournament

• Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines
• March 10th through 14th
• Purchase tickets HERE

Mean Girls: The Musical

• Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
• Wednesday, March 12th at 7:45 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Disney on Ice: Into the Magic

• Xtream Arena, Coralville
• March 13th through 16th (7 total shows)
• "Seek adventure in the great wide somewhere with Belle, experience Moana’s journey to save her island, and sing-along with Miguel from Coco. Be inspired by Anna’s devotion to her sister Elsa and watch Rapunzel and Flynn go to great lengths to fulfill her dream."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Brantley Gilbert Concert

• Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Cedar Rapids
• Friday, March 14th at 7 p.m.
• With special guests Black Stone Cherry, Austin Snell, and Colt Ford
• Purchase tickets HERE

Brett Young Concert

• Capitol Theatre, Davenport
• Friday, March 14th at 7 p.m.
• With special guest Kylie Morgan
• Purchase tickets HERE

Psychology of a Murderer

• Hancher Auditorium, Iowa City
• Friday, March 14th at 7:30 p.m.
• "Join forensic psychologist Dr. Rachel Toles for an illuminating journey into the darkest corners of a killer’s psyche. In The Psychology of a Murderer, Dr. Toles delves deep into the twisted minds and motives of infamous killers, including Jeffrey Dahmer, Aaron Hernandez, Chris Watts, Aileen Wuornos, the Menendez Brothers, and more."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Homestead Vintage & Makers Market

• Waterloo Convention Center
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 14th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 15th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• "SHOP SMALL with an amazing variety of small businesses offering vintage, antique, repurposed, boutique, artisan goods, handcrafted and more for your shopping pleasure!"
• Admission is $5 - ages 14 and under are free

Jurassic Quest

• Iowa Events Center, Des Moines
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 14th from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 15th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 16th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• " A visit to Jurassic Quest includes tons (literally!) of fun and educational activities for the whole family, with skyscraping dinosaurs, sweet interactive baby dinos to meet and pet, the largest rideable dinosaurs in North America, inflatable attractions and play areas, fossils, hands-on science and art stations, photo ops galore and more!"
• Purchase tickets HERE

Eastern Iowa Sports Show

• UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 14th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 15th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 16th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "The Eastern Iowa Sports Show offers a wide range of attractions, including a great selection of fishing boats, pontoons, and campers at excellent pre-spring prices. Additionally, there are exhibits related to fishing, hunting, and travel, featuring outposts, family resorts, canoe outfitters, tourism associations, campgrounds, hunting outfitters, fishing tackle, hunting gear, golf cars, all-terrain vehicles, and much more."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Comedians/Social Media Stars #IMOMSOHARD

• Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 15th at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Cedar Rapids Princess Day

• DoubleTree by Hilton Convention Complex, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 15th at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
• Featuring: "Royal Entrance, Princess Vocal Performance, Princess Dance Performance, Meet&Greet, Crafts, Games, Portraits, Princess Parade, Pixie Wishes, Sing-A-Long, Autographs, and Coronation"
• Purchase tickets HERE

9th Annual Dubuque Healing & Psychic Fair

• Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena
• Saturday, March 15th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• "Offers Reiki/Energy Healing, Psychic Readings, Gemstones & Crystals, Jewelry, Natural and Organic, Health Care Products, Holistic Workshops and Raffle Prizes"
• Admission is $5

Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl

• Downtown Cedar Rapids Bars
  • Hazzard County
  • Pub 217
  • Rock Bar
  • The District CR
  • Tru Nightclub
• Saturday, March 15th from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.
• Ticket includes 2-3 drinks/shots, no cover charges, a cup, a bottle opener lanyard, beads, food & drink specials, professional photographers, and more - purchase yours HERE

Downtown Bar Crawl

• Main Street, Anamosa
• Saturday, March 15th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Emerald Run 5K

• Wapsipinicon State Park, Anamosa
• Saturday, March 15th at 9 a.m.
• Register online HERE

Made in Iowa Spring Market

• Former Younkers Store in Lindale Mall, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 15th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• "Experience the best of Iowa's artisans, bakers, and crafters, all under one roof. From unique handmade items to delicious local treats, there's something for everyone!"
• Pay at the entrance to get in at 10 a.m. or pay online to get in at 9 a.m. - purchase $5 tickets HERE

Cedar Falls Psychic & Paranormal Expo

• Bien VenU, Cedar Falls
• March 15 & 16th
• "One of the best expos in the Midwest featuring 45+ vendors!! Psychics, medium, paranormal teams, haunted locations, healings, reiki, reflexology, stones, gems, drums, tarot cards, shamans, candles, herbs, books and SO much more!!!!"
• Admission is $5

Professional Championship Bull Riders & Barrel Racers

• Vibrant Arena, Moline
• Dates/Times
  • Saturday, March 15th at 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 16th at 2 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Hairball

• Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake
  • Saturday, March 15th at 8:45 p.m.
• Bridge View Center, Ottumwa
  • Friday, March 28th at 7:30 p.m.
  • With special guest the Crushers

SaPaDaPaSo St. Patrick's Day Parade

• Downtown Cedar Rapids
• Monday, March 17th at 1 p.m.

Some Like It Hot

• Des Moines Civic Center
• March 18th through 23rd
• "Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the 'glorious, big, high-kicking' (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Gather & Graze Girls Night Out

• Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery, Walford
• Thursday, March 20th at 6 p.m.
• "A perfect girls night out creating your own charcuterie board...you even get to keep the board!!! Your boards will also be paired with a custom trio of drinks that you will learn how to make as well!! Cost is $45.00 per person (includes board, variety of meats, cheeses, fruits, crackers, nuts and jams to build your board AND 3 hand-crafted cocktails)"
• Pre-registration is required: call 319-846-4476

Bored Teachers: “The Struggle is Real!” Comedy Tour

• Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
• Thursday, March 20th at 7:30 p.m.
• "For years, Bored Teachers Studios has brought a sense of humor to teachers around the world to ease their daily struggle in the classroom. They’ve amassed over a billion views on their viral videos on social media, over 10 million followers, and the #1 ranked teacher-comedy podcast—#6 of all Stand Up Comedy shows on Apple Podcasts."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Jackyl Concerts

• Bridge View Center, Ottumwa
  • Thursday, March 20th at 7:30 p.m.
• Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake
  • Friday, March 21st at 9 p.m.
  • With special guest Cody Parks & The Dirty South

Jackson Dean Concert

• Val Air Ballroom, West Des Moines
• Friday, March 21st at 7:30 p.m.
• With special guest Meg McRee
• Purchase tickets HERE

Glow Mini Golf

• North Liberty Community Center
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 21st from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 22nd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 23rd from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• "Challenge family and friends to nine holes of blacklight miniature golf in the Community Center gym."

Heartlanders Hockey

• Xtream Arena, Coralville
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 21st at 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 22nd at 6 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 23rd at 2 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 30th at 2 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

Odd Mama's Indoor Market

• Veteran's Memorial Building, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 22nd from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• "Enjoy food, fun, and over 50 vendors each selling something unique. With each admission paid- get a raffle ticket for a chance to win 1 of (5) $100 gift cards to Odd Mama's storefront!"
• Admission is $3 - ages 12 and under are free

Carly Pearce Concert

• Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 22nd at 7:30 p.m.
• With special guest Carter Faith
• Purchase tickets HERE

Comedian Charlie Berens

• Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 22nd at 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets HERE

An Evening with John Green

• Englert Theatre, Iowa City
• Saturday, March 22nd at 7 p.m.
• "Join #1 internationally bestselling author John Green and Kaveh Akbar to discuss John’s new book, Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection. The pair will discuss the book, answer audience questions, and more. All tickets include an autographed copy of Everything Is Tuberculosis."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Dogs Forever Garage Sale Fundraiser

• Dogs Forever, Cedar Rapids
• Sunday, March 23rd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• "Come buy some of our overflow goodies with 100% of the proceeds coming back to the sweet pups at our shelter. Have decent gently used dog stuff to donate to help us? Get in touch! Dog goodies from new and slightly used beds, kennels, crates, clothes, collars, leashes, harnesses, accessories, and more! Dogs Forever Merchandise from t-shirts, tanks, hats, and hoodies for humans of course."
• Cash/Checks/Venmo are preferred payments

Show Me Reptile Show & Exotic Pet Expo

• Grand River Center, Dubuque
• Sunday, March 23rd from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (9 a.m. entry for VIP tickets)
• "The Show Me Reptile Show is not just about witnessing these incredible animals up close, but it's also your one-stop-shop for bringing home your very own slithering, scaly, or water friend. Join us for a day of unforgettable encounters, amazing reptiles/aquatics, and the opportunity to find your new cold-blooded companion!"
• Purchase tickets HERE

Dirty Dancing in Concert

• Five Flags Center, Dubuque
• Thursday, March 27th at 7 p.m.
• "Join us for Dirty Dancing in Concert—the classic film’s first-ever live film-to-concert experience. Watch the digitally remastered movie on a full-size cinema screen while a live band and singers bring the unforgettable soundtrack to life."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Dwight Yoakam Concert

• Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Cedar Rapids
• Friday, March 28th at 7 p.m.
• With special guests The Mavericks and 49 Winchester
• Purchase tickets HERE

Nerf Night for Kids

• Hiawatha Public Library
• Friday, March 28th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• "Bill from CR Nerf will host exciting Nerf games for kids aged 7-12. All necessary equipment, including blasters, darts, and protective eyewear, will be supplied. Children are welcome to bring their own blasters, but they must meet Bill's approval. Caregivers are required to accompany children aged 8 and under."
• Registration is required HERE

Capital City Card Convention

• Iowa Events Center, Des Moines
• Dates/Times
  • Friday, March 28th from 3 p.m.  to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 30th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• "Iowa's largest card convention spanning 3 days with thousands in attendance. 224 tables of dealers from across the country offering cards, memorabilia, and collectibles. On-site: JSA will be available during show hours for authentications. Don't miss autographs by Chicago Cubs MLB Hall of Famer, Ryne Sandberg on Saturday, March 29!"
• Purchase tickets HERE

Tay Tay Dance Party with DJ Swiftie

• Five Flags Center, Dubuque
• Saturday, March 29th at 7:30 p.m.
• "...an all-ages event featuring DJ SWIFTIE, the world’s #1 Taylor Swift-inspired tribute DJ. This Reputation-themed dance party will immerse Taylor Swift fans in an unforgettable night of music, energy, and excitement."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Bands & Bites

• Five Flags Center, Dubuque
• Saturday, March 29th at 6 p.m.
• Featuring live bands and local food trucks
• Purchase tickets HERE

Maple Syrup Festival

• Indian Creek Nature Center, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 29th from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• "The Maple Syrup Festival features syrup making demonstrations, a look at the action inside the Maple Sugar House, and a delicious pancake and sausage breakfast with real maple syrup handcrafted at the Nature Center."
• Purchase tickets HERE

Hiawatha Craft & Vendor Market

• Hiawatha City Hall
• Saturday, March 29th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• "Join multiple local crafters, bakers, artisans, and boutiques for this indoor market. Admission and Parking are free. Critter Crusaders of Cedar Rapids will be onsite to take donations of Iowa redeemable bottles and cans (no glass, please) to help defray the costs of medical care for homeless pets."

Women-Owned Business Market

• NewBo City Market, Cedar Rapids
• Saturday, March 29th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• "Discover a wide range of unique, handcrafted, and curated retail products from talented local entrepreneurs."

Flea Market

• Former Younkers in Lindale Mall, Cedar Rapids
• March 29th & 30th
• "Spaces filled with garage sale, flea market, direct sales, baked goods, crafts, small businesses and more."

Marys & Mimosas: A Sunday Funday Brunchfest

• Steeple Square, Dubuque
• Sunday, March 30th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• "Join us for a fabulous morning filled with delicious drinks, tasty bites, live music, fun shopping and great company. Get ready to sip on refreshing mimosas and Bloody Marys, and indulge in mouthwatering brunch and lunch samples. A full cash bar with cocktails and mocktails is also available."
• Purchase tickets HERE