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North Liberty’s City Slate is a collection of our largest special events planned by city staff. Every event on the slate is free to attend, and our team has tons of events in store every year. Upcoming events will be announced in waves throughout the year. Full details for each event will be linked below in the weeks leading up to each program.
Fridays in June & July: Ranshaw House Concert Series
Catch up with friends and socialize as a community Friday nights in July on the Ranshaw House lawn. Bring a picnic and enjoy live performances from local musicians on the historic house’s front porch.
June 3: Free Fishing
Join neighbors for free fishing, food and prizes at Liberty Centre Pond. A fishing license is not required for this special event.
June 3: Let Love Fly
Mega kites will soar above Centennial Park for a community celebration of love. Come for awe-inspiring views, and information, activities and giveaways from LGBTQ community groups and sponsors.
June 16, July 28 & August 11: Swimming Storytime
Join the Library staff and lifeguards for a fun summer storytime by the pool on the outdoor pool deck followed by free swim. This event is geared towards ages 5 and under. Caregivers must be in the pool with children.
June 23 & 24: Camp North Liberty
A community campout at the North Liberty Community Center. Set up your tent on the lawn or park your RV in the lot. Indoor camping will also be available in lower level conference center. Enjoy games, live music, a community dinner and swimming before bed.
June 25 & July 16: Swim with Island and Mermaid Princesses
A magical experience at the outdoor pool with an island princess and a mermaid princess! Snacks, crafts, party favors and free swim included. Space is limited to 150 children per date. Reservation will open one week out from each event.
June 30: Joyriders Jubilee
Decorate your wheels to showcase who YOU are! Bikes, blades, strollers, wagons, wheelbarrows, wheelchairs and non-motorized wheels welcome. Decorating supplies available beginning at 9 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. group parade on the Penn Meadows Park trail.
July 3: Fireworks
Enjoy a fantastic display at Penn Meadows Park the evening before your Independence Day celebrations! While the show is free to attend, it is also a fundraiser for the City’s Building North Liberty’s Next Stage campaign. Up to 100 individual shells included in the July 3 display are available to be named for a significant other, child, friend, or whomever a donor desires for a minimum donation of $50.
July 8: North Liberty Blues & BBQ
North Liberty’s summer tradition of live music, craft beer, barbecue and kids fun.
August 4: Dive-In Movie
Bring your blankets and pajamas for a free showing of a movie on the outdoor pool deck.
August 6: Kinetic Circus
An outdoor show of fire dancing and breathing, aerial performances, juggling, hula hoops and acro-balance.
August 19: Summer Send-Off
Say goodbye to summer with inflatables, carnival games and live music in Centennial Park.