Thursdays on Main – Downtown
Clear Lake from 6-9pm. Enjoy a car show, music, food, family activities and
much more. Movie in City Park at 9pm.
Call Clear Lake Chamber (641-357-2159) for more information. www.facebook.com/ThursdaysOnMain/
July 19 – July 31, 2018
Downtown
Mason City Storywalk – Downtown,
Mason City. Families will enjoy reading the book ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’ by
Giles Andreae as they walk through beautiful downtown Mason City. Pages from
the book will be displayed in the windown of downtown businesses and
organizations. The first pages can be found at CENT Credit Union and directions
to the next pages are on each sign. Particpating business are: CENT Credit
Union, Historic Park Inn, Rieman Music, Lucy & Olive, Opies Skate Shop,
Moorman Clothiers, City Center Apartments, North
Iowa Regional Commerce Center, Shupick and Associates, Central Park Dentistry,
Brick Furniture, North Iowa Therapy Associates, Active Family Chiropractic, and
City Hall. The MCPL StoryWalk will be displayed until July 31st. Please contact
the Mason City Public Library Youth Services Department at 641.421.3671 for
more information.
July 26- August 1, 2018
Exhibit: Iowa Crafts Hank Hall- Charles
H. MacNider Art Museum (Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE
(641-421-3666). Hank Hall won Best in Show during the Iowa
Crafts: 42 exhibitions in 2016. The
exhibit will feature his clay and mixed media sculptures in a 2018 exhibition. Exhibit will be on display until August 25, 2018. https://macniderart.org/
July 27, 2018
Fresh on Fridays - Central
Gardens, 800 2nd Avenue North (641-357-0700). Enjoy the
ever-changing beauty of Central Gardens. Come relax, learn and share. Young and
old, the garden is a place of interest to all. Coffee & seasonal
refreshments served on the patio. The Clear Lake Arts Center will offer a drop
in garden-inspired art activity (kids must be accompanied by an adult). Times:
8:00am-11:00am Relax & Refresh / 9:00am-11:00am Kids Bee Happy Garden. FREE
admission. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
July 27, 2018
Friday Summer Music Special – Mason City Public Library, 225
2nd St. SE (641-421-3668). The Jazz Trio, Feldspar will perform from
11am-1pm in the Library Commons. Free and open to the public.
July 27, 2018
North Iowa Farmers Market – Located at the corner of 1st NE
and Delaware, just south of the First Congregational Church. The market will
run Tuesdays and Fridays from 4pm-6:30pm, spring thru fall. Offering, the very
best of local produce, baked goods, meats, artisan products, gluten-free,
goods, flowers, honey and much more. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/
July 28, 2018
Farmers Market - Surf Ballroom Parking
Lot, 460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, IA (641-231-6588). The mission of the
Clear Lake Farmers Market is to offer healthy, fresh produce and handcrafted
products to consumers while building community connections and supporting the
local economy. Event time: 9am-12pm. https://www.facebook.com/clearlakefarmersmarket
July 28, 2018
Moonlight Bike Ride – Southbridge Mall, 100 S.
Federal Ave. (641-423-5724). The 2018 Moonlight Bike Ride will be held from
8:30pm-11:59pm – registration opens at 8:30pm, ride starts at 10pm &
breakfast will be served starting at 11:30pm. The cost is $25 individual or $50
for a family of 4. The Chamber’s Worksite Wellness Committee encourages
community members to think healthy this summer. http://business.masoncityia.com/events/details/2018-moonlight-bike-ride-5014
July 28, 2018
40th Annual Clear Lake Art Sail – City Park, downtown Clear Lake, IA (641-357-1998). This outdoor event
features artist in three areas of arts interest: Visual arts – over 60th
booths with visual artist from around the country; Performing arts – strolling
entertainment Paul Imholte; Literary Arts – a book signing event with local
authors. The event is FREE and open to the public. Help us celebrates the arts!
Event time: 9am-4pm. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl
July 28, 2018
Fernando Ufret in Concert - Fat Hill
Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Originally from Puerto Rico,
Fernando Ufret is a seasoned musician who now spends part of each year bringing
his classical/flamenco/Spanish guitar infused music to the American
Midwest. His favorite music to play
ranges from Jim Croce to Billy Joel and Micheal Jackson, from the Gipsy Kings
to Bon Jovi. No charge for admission. As usual, FHB is a 21+ venue. Event time:
2pm-5pm. www.fathillbrewing.com
July 28, 2018
Art Sail – City Park, Downtown Clear Lake. Clear Lake Arts Center’s Art Sail
75+ juried artists showcasing and selling their art in beautiful city park
located next to the lake. Event time: 9am-4pm. For registration or more
information contact the Art’s Center at 641-357-1998. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl
July 28, 2018
Moonlight
Movies: Jurassic Park – East
Park Band Shell, East Park Mason City. Enjoy a free movie in the park the
featured movie is “Jurassic Park” will be shown at dusk – 8:45pm is a typical
start time.
July 28, 2018
Iowa Storytelling
Festival – City Park, Clear Lake (641-357-6133). The
Clear Lake Public Library’s Storytelling Festival offers free performances by
the Midwest’s finest storytellers performing for a multigenerational audience
in City Park. Event time: 10:30am-3:30pm.
For more information, contact the Clear Lake Public Library. https://www.cllibrary.org/
July 28, 2018
Architectural Walking Tour - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum,
303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Explore Mason City's treasured
Prairie School Architectural heritage. See the largest grouping of homes on a
unified site, ending at a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1908, his
first in Iowa. Scheduled tours are seasonal and weather permitting. Please call
ahead to reserve your spot or if you are wondering about weather. Tours start
at 9am and last around 45 minutes. Please
call 641-421-3666 or email dstraw@masoncity.net
to register. The cost is $5 per person. https://macniderart.org/
July 28 & 29,
2018
Lakeside DixieFest- City Park, Downtown Clear Lake Contact, (641-357-2159). Toe-tapping
traditional Dixieland Jazz will be performed during Lakeside DixieFest! This
event features professional jazz bands performing free outdoor festival
concerts on Saturday evening 6pm-9pm/Sunday noon-9pm. www.lakesidedixiefest.org
July 29, 2018
Weekly Racing: Featuring ASCS
National Spring Car Series - Mason City Motor
Speedway, 3700 4th St. SW (515-320-0066). Featuring ASCS National
Sprint Car Series; plus, USRA weekly racing series - USRA Stock Cars, USRA
B-Mods, USRA Hobby Stocks and USRA Tuners. Times: pit gate 4:00pm, spectator
gate 5:00pm, hot laps 6:00pm, racing to follow. General Admission $10 adults,
12 and under free, pit pass $25.00. https://visitmasoncityiowa.com/event/weekly-racing-featuring-ascs-national-spring-car-series/?instance_id=6317
July
29, 2018
Picnics
and Performances -
Central Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Ave N. (641-357-0700). Join
us from 5 to 6 p.m. to enjoy the beauty of the Gardens in a family-friendly
environment. Admission is free and attendees are encouraged to bring their own
lawn chairs, picnics and beverages. Enjoy magicians, musicians and much
more. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
July 29, 2018
Theory of a Deadman – Surf Ballroom, 460 N. Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Since
forming in British Columbia in 2001, Theory of a Deadman has placed 9 songs in
the Top 10 on the rock chart, including the #1 hits “Bad Girlfriend”,
“Lowlife”, “So Happy” and “Angel. Doors open at 7:00pm. Tickets: $25.00
advance/$30.00 door. To order tickets visit: https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm
July 31, 2018
Graveball Release Party – Mason City Brewing, 28 E. State
Street (641-423-1080). After years of hard work, Goin’ Yumbo Games in
partnership with 3D Realms are releasing Graveball! If you’ve been following
the journey and itching to play, this release party is for you and OPEN TO THE
PUBLIC. Join us for beers, food & celebration! Event time: 7pm-2am.
July 31, 2018
North Iowa Farmers Market – Located at the corner of 1st NE
and Delaware, just south of the First Congregational Church. The market will run
Tuesdays and Fridays from 4pm-6:30pm, spring thru fall. Offering, the very best
of local produce, baked goods, meats, artisan products, gluten-free, goods,
flowers, honey and much more. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/
July 31, 2018
Arty Party Cocktails & Canvas - Clear Lake Art Center, 17 S. 4th
St., Clear Lake Iowa (641-357-1998). Treat yourself to an evening of fun,
friends, and artistic expression. Designed for the beginner and intermediate
painter, this fun-filled painting party includes step-by-step instruction from
an art instructor and everything you need to be on your way to happy
creativity! Wine and beer available for purchase. Call 641-357-1998 to
register. Members: $30, nonmembers $32. Event time: 6:30pm-9:00pm. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl
July 31, 2018
Lunch ‘n’ Learn – Charles H. MacNider Art
Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Bring a sack lunch and learn
over the lunch hour, noon-1pm. https://macniderart.org/
July 31, 2018
Create a Collage (ages 5+) - Charles H.
MacNider Art Museum, 303 Second St. S.E., (641-421-3666). Stimulate your
imagination and creativity by using assorted multimedia pieces to design a
unique collage. You are welcome to bring special mementos to add your artwork.
Event time: 5:30pm-7:30pm. Fee: $20, members $18. www.macniderart.org
August 1, 2018
Lady of the Lake Dockside Night – Seawall Clear Lake, Clear
lake, IA (641-357-2243). Sit back and enjoy a relaxing evening on Lady of the
Lake Dockside! Feel the fresh air on your face, sway to the music, and relax
into the lake lifestyle. Cash bar is open. Free admission. Event time: 6pm-10pm. https://www.cruiseclearlake.com/
August 2, 2018
Thursdays on Main – Downtown
Clear Lake from 6-9pm. Enjoy a car show, music, food, family activities and
much more. Movie in City Park at 9pm.
Call Clear Lake Chamber (641-357-2159) for more information. www.facebook.com/ThursdaysOnMain/
August 2-August 5, 2018
Urinetown (Musical) - Mason City Community Theatre, 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). In a
Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has
led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use
public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by
charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a
hero decides that he's had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to
freedom. Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Tickets: adults $18.00/Students
$12.00.Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. www.mccommunitytheatre.com
August 2-8, 2018
Exhibit: Iowa Crafts Hank Hall- Charles
H. MacNider Art Museum (Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE
(641-421-3666). Hank Hall won Best in Show during the Iowa
Crafts: 42 exhibitions in 2016. The
exhibit will feature his clay and mixed media sculptures in a 2018 exhibition. Exhibit will be on display until August 25, 2018. https://macniderart.org/
Showing at Cinema West Theaters
(641)
421-1617 / www.cectheatres.com /
Movies starting Friday, July 27 – Thursday, August 2, 2018
General
admission is $9.00; matinees general admission (before 6 p.m.) is $7.00;
Children
(3-12) and seniors (62 and over), $6.50 all times. 3D movies additional $2.25.
Now Showing
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Rating
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Times
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Antman
And The Wasp
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PG_13
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Fri –
Wed: 12:20pm, 3:00, 6:50, 9:40
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Equalizer
2
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R
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Fri-Wed:
12:30pm, 3:10, 6:55, 9:45
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Hotel
Transylvania 3 Summer Vacation
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PG
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Fri-Wed:
11:40am, 2:00pm, 4:20, 6:45, 9:00
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Incredibles
2
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PG
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Fri-Wed:
12:50pm, 3:30, 6:30, 9:00
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Mamma
Mia 2 In LDX
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PG-13
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Fri-Wed:
12:00pm, 3:50, 7:00, 9:45
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Mamma
Mia Here We Go Again
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PG-13
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Fri-Wed:
1:00pm, 4:10
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Mission
Impossible Fallout
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PG-13
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Fri-Wed:
12:40pm, 3:40, 6:35, 9:35
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Mission
Impossible Fallout 3D
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PG-13
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Fri-Wed:
7:15pm
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Mission
Impossible Fallout In LDX
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PG-13
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Fri-Wed:
12:10pm, 3:20, 6:30, 9:30
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Skyscraper
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PG-13
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Fri-Wed:
11:40am, 1:50pm, 4:00, 7:10, 9:40
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Teen
Titans Go To The Movies
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PG
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Fri-Wed:
11:50am, 2:10pm, 4:30, 6:45, 9:00
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Mason
City Attractions:
* Cannonball 457 - East Park
(641) 423-5328 – Sat. – Sun. 1pm – 5pm. Admission Free www.friendsofthe457.org
* Charles H. MacNider Art Museum- 303 2nd
St. SE - (641) 421-3666 - Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., 9am-5pm; Thurs. 9am-9pm.
Admission Free. www.macniderart.org
* Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House &
Architectural Interpretive Center - 530 1st St. NE - (641) 423-1923
www.mcarchitecture.org
/ www.stockmanhouse.org. Stockman House Tours: MAY thru OCTOBER SCHEDULE: Regularly Scheduled Tour Times: MONDAY &
TUESDAY at 10am, 11am, WEDNESDAY thru SATURDAY at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm,
3pm, SUNDAY at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm NOVEMBER 2018 thru APRIL 2019 Off Season SMALL
GROUP TOURS are by Appointment Only:
Admission: $10 adults, $5 Youth 6-17. $60 for groups of 6 or less.
Architectural Interpretive Center & Gift
Shop Hours:
Same Hours as the Stockman House Admission: A donation is requested when
visiting the Architectural Interpretive Center.
* Historic Park Inn Hotel (Frank Lloyd Wright
Designed Hotel / Bank) Tours – 15 West State Street (641) 423-0689 Thurs.
& Fri. & Sun. 11:30am & 1:00pm; Sat. 11:30am or by appointment for
groups 10 or more. Admission: $10 per
person www.wrightonthepark.org
*Kinney Pioneer Museum – Municipal
Airport Hwy. 122 W- (641) 423-1258 – May-September, Tues-Sun. 1pm-5pm.
Admission: $3 adults, $1.00 children under 12.
* Lime Creek Nature Center- 3501 Lime Creek Rd.
- (641) 423-5309 – Center open Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm;
Multiple use trails open daily: 6am – 10:30pm. Admission Free. www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us
* Mason City Aquatic Center - 901 Birch Dr. (641)
421-3678 / (641) 421-3673 Open June - August. Mon.-Sun. 1pm-8pm
Admission: $4 Adults; $3 ages 3-18
& senior citizens; $1 ages 2 & under.
* NIACC
Art Gallery – 500
College Drive. Open to the public Monday – Friday 9am-4pm. Free admission. www.niacc.edu
* Mason
City Motor Speedway –
North Iowa Events Center, 3700 4th St. SW. May-September, Sunday
nights 6pm. Admission $10 adults. 12 & under free. http://masoncitymotorspeedway.com/
*
North Iowa Miniature Golf Course – 4450 4th SW (641-424-2244)
June-September: Monday-Friday 9am-8pm; Saturday 9am-7pm; Sunday: Noon-6pm.
October: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday Noon-5pm
Admission: $7 adults, $5 children 12 and under www.northiowagolf.com
* Prairie School Architecture Tour/Historical
Walking Tour- Prairie
School Tour encompasses 14 blocks & the Historic Tour is an additional 13
blocks. Walking tour guidebook is available for $5.00 at MacNider Art Museum
& Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House.
* River
City Sculptures on Parade – An outdoor exhibit of sculptures looping throughout
the Downtown District. Maps are available at the Mason City Visitor Information
Center.
* The Music Man Square and Meredith Willson
Boyhood Home-
308 and 314 S. Pennsylvania Ave. - (641) 424-2852 – Hours: Tuesday-Saturday
1pm-5pm. Closed Monday & holidays. Admission; $10- Adults; $5-
students. Admission includes both The Music Man Square and The Meredith
Willson Boyhood Home. www.themusicmansquare.org