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There’s fest’s, experiences and markets galore this weekend in Iowa. Iowa City boasts two festivals this weekend, the third iteration of the Illterati Fest at Gabe’s on Friday (we chatted with host Anthony Worden about it) and on Saturday, the Iowa City Latino Fest being celebrated on the Ped Mall. Windy Goat Acres, in the town of Chelsea hosts “The Faery Experience; An Immersive Fantasy Retreat.” There will be live music, aerial arts and plant walks among a slew of other fae inspired activities. Speaking of plants, two plant-related events caught our eye. In Des Moines, learn how to keep your houseplants healthy and tour the conservatory at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, while over in Dubuque you can plant some trees at the “Branching Out Kick-off Event,” the start of a city-wide project to plant thousands of trees throughout the community over the next 5 years.
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Illiterati Fest 3
Iowa City | Gabe’s | Fri, August 23, 6 p.m.
Join us for the third annual Illiterati Fest on Friday, August 23rd. This year will feature 6 both local and regional acts alternating on both floors of Gabes in Iowa City.
Latino Fest Iowa City 2024
Iowa City | IC Pedmall | Sat, August 24, 12 p.m.
Since 2012, this family-friendly festival has fostered cultural understanding and inclusivity, showcasing the rich traditions of the Latinx community.
Ana Tijoux
Iowa City | The Englert | Sat, August 24, 6 p.m.
One of the most respected MCs in any language, Ana Tijoux has been winning over fans around the world since her debut ‘1977’ bubbled up from an underground sensation into mainstream recognition
The Faery Experience; An Immersive Fantasy Retreat
Chelsea | Windy Goat Acres | Fri-Sat, Aug 24-25
The Faery Experience; An Immersive Fantasy Retreat. Enjoy interactive workshops like making fairy wings, to faerie houses, to hula hooping, to aerial arts.
Market After Dark
Cedar Rapids | Downtown CR | Sat, August 24, 6:30 p.m.
One of Downtown Cedar Rapids’ most popular, free, open-air events, Market After Dark, features a variety of vendors mixed with lively entertainment.
Intro to Houseplants
Des Moines | Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden | Thurs, August 22, 5:30 p.m.
Take a tour of the conservatory with Botanical Garden staff, highlighting the natural growth habits of several common indoor plants. Then learn helpful tips from staff about how to keep your houseplants healthy.
Build 2 Break at Raygun
Des Moines | Raygun | Sat, August 24, 3:30 p.m.
To make things more confusing Raygun (The Store) is hosting a Breaking event in DSM! All are welcome to come and do their thing — pretending to be a kangaroo is encouraged, but not REQUIRED.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off on The Rooftop at The Last Picture House
Davenport | The Last Picture House | Fri & Sat, August 23, 24, 8:30 p.m.
FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF screens this week on The Rooftop at The Last Picture House! The Rooftop is an outdoor bar and screening space, located on top of The Last Picture House, downtown Davenport’s newest cinema and cocktail lounge.
Branching Out Dubuque Kick-off Event
Dubuque | 16th St. Detention Basin Pavillion | Sat, August 24, 9 a.m.
The City of Dubuque, in partnership with Dubuque Trees Forever, will be planting thousands of trees throughout the community over the next 5 years.
Join us as we kick-off this exciting project.
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