Rocker Jon Bon Jovi gave a special acoustic performance at an Obama for America early voting event on Oct. 5 in Hubbard Park, Iowa Ave and Madison St., Iowa City. The Iowa City event with Jon Bon Jovi, who performed … Continue reading →

CEDAR RAPIDS – Thousands of RAGBRAI riders and Fans took their spots in downtown Cedar Rapids Friday night expecting to hear and see an amazing show from the much-famous Counting Crows. I expected to hear some favorites from the Counting … Continue reading →

Counting Crows fans in Cedar Rapids Thursday night heard a lot of what they have loved about Adam Duritz and company over the San Fransisco Bay area-band’s nearly 20 year history. The musicality, Duritiz’s gravely yet sultry voice, story telling … Continue reading →

CEDAR RAPIDS – Here are photos from RAGBRAI Cedar Rapids on Thursday as thousands of riders and support staff made it into town for the festivities including the Counting Crows concert.

Upon first listen, what stands out on the debut album by We Are Augustines titled “Rise Ye Sunken Ships,” are the sweeping guitars, propulsive drumming and soaring vocals atop layers of affecting melody. Sonically, the songs evoke the grandiosity of … Continue reading →

CEDAR RAPIDS – Buy three tickets and get the fourth ticket free for the Cedar Rapids RAGBRAI Party on the Island concert on  July 26 . Tickets are $25. Four tickets must be purchased to receive this discount. The following special discount … Continue reading →

CEDAR RAPIDS — With nearby trails and a burgeoning bar and dining scene, the Czech Village/New Bohemia district is a natural fit for cyclists, and it’s only fitting to showcase it for RAGBRAI Cedar Rapids. “This is where the action … Continue reading →

RAGBRAI Cedar Rapids will welcome as many as 20,000 RAGBRAI riders for an overnight stay, concert and likely party atmosphere on Thursday. The theme of the two-day celebration will be “Survivin’ the Ride: Party on the Island”. Riders will have … Continue reading →

Registered RAGBRAI riders will receive free admission to to the Counting Crows concert as downtown Cedar Rapids is once again turned into a concert venue. The concert stage will be located on First Street SE, between Second and Third Avenues … Continue reading →

The Party on the Island isn’t the only thing happening at RAGBRAI in Cedar Rapids. Here is a look at some of the best events related to RAGBRAI that we’ve encountered. Use these links for more: An interactive map of … Continue reading →