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Thu, Feb 26The IdealOn the last Thursday of the month, Lucky Cat presents a curation of stand-up comics from near and far. This month's headliner: Mel Mackey of Des Moines, IA
Multiple Dates
Sat, Feb 28The Ideal Theater & BarIowa’s own Brandon Gibbs brings his powerhouse songwriting and soul-soaked vocals to The Ideal for a one-night-only, stripped-down acoustic rock set on February 28, joined by Hunter Adam and Justin Marlin, with a special opening from Jordan Sullivan of Well Strung.
Sat, Mar 07The Ideal Theater & BarWylde Nept’s only Cedar Rapids stop for the 2026 holiday. Limited tables, fast tickets, and a proper prelude to the pints.
Multiple DatesWed, Mar 11The IdealEvery second Wednesday of the month, The Ideal AND The Olympic host an open jam. Buy a cup for $10, and get all-night drink deals at both.
Thu, Mar 12The IdealLadies, the boys of Vegas are back—tight abs, slick moves, and zero inhibitions. Grab your girls, a cocktail, and your front-row seat to the ultimate ladies’ night experience.
Fri, Mar 13The IdealBe there when the field narrows… and the crown gets closer.
Thu, Mar 19The IdealYou asked, we answered: this is your ladies-only social mixer for females looking to meet and connect with other females.
Sat, Mar 21The Ideal Theater & BarSpring wakes up the party rock season with The Rocking Dead, a zombie-glammed, amp-cranked tributes to rock’s most iconic and very departed legends, plus Jett Threatt, a fierce run through Joan Jett & The Blackhearts led by Karie Skogman.- Thu, Mar 26The IdealOn the last Thursday of the month, Lucky Cat presents a curation of stand-up comics from near and far. This month's headliner: TBD
Sat, Mar 28The Ideal Theater & BarAfter last year’s inaugural throwdown, we knew March Metal Madness wasn't a one-off. It was a ritual. Join us for the second annual showcase of our very best all-local, all-original rock.- Thu, Apr 30The IdealOn the last Thursday of the month, Lucky Cat presents a curation of stand-up comics from near and far. This month's headliner: Zach Martina of Ann Arbor, MI
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