Live Shows in Cedar Rapids 2026

Live stage shows, magic, ballet, opera, and family entertainment in Cedar Rapids and nearby cities.

  • Updated: November 13, 2026

Browse live shows in Cedar Rapids, IA this year, including stage productions, musicals, plays, circuses, magic shows, ballet, opera, and family performances. Explore shows by date and venue, with schedules updated regularly as new events are announced.

  • 26 Upcoming Shows
  • 0 Live Shows This Weekend
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  • Nov 28 · 3:00 PM · Cedar Rapids, IA
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Cedar Rapids Shows By Month & Dates

Upcoming Live Shows

Explore live stage performances, venues, and upcoming show dates in Cedar Rapids.
Upcoming Live Shows: 26
  • Nov 28, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Christmas with C.S. Lewis at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $133, Tickets Available: 361. Select Seats
  • Nov 28, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Electric Avenue at Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center, 777 4th Street NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $47, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Ballet Quad Cities: The Nutcracker at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $147, Tickets Available: 448. Select Seats
  • Dec 05, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — SOCCER, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa Raptors vs. TBD at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $55, Tickets Available: 1114. Select Seats
  • Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Ballet Quad Cities: The Nutcracker at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $162, Tickets Available: 389. Select Seats
  • Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — Concert: Alisabeth Von Presley's Christmas in the Key of A at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $57, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 111. Select Seats
  • Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — Concert: Not Quite Brothers at Cedar Crossing Casino & Entertainment Center, 777 4th Street NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $67, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 12, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — SOCCER, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa Raptors vs. TBD at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $48, Tickets Available: 884. Select Seats
  • Dec 13, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $147, Tickets Available: 526. Select Seats
  • Dec 16, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Story at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $95, Avg. price ~ $241, Tickets Available: 327. Select Seats
  • Jan 09, 2027, 6:30 PM Sat — SOCCER, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa Raptors vs. TBD at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $48, Tickets Available: 935. Select Seats
  • Jan 22, 2027, 7:30 PM Fri — OPERA: Cedar Rapids Opera: Sweeney Todd at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $118, Tickets Available: 381. Select Seats
  • Jan 24, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — OPERA, Weekend Event: Cedar Rapids Opera: Sweeney Todd at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $105, Tickets Available: 428. Select Seats
  • Jan 30, 2027, 6:30 PM Sat — SOCCER, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa Raptors vs. TBD at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $48, Tickets Available: 878. Select Seats
  • Feb 09, 2027, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Legally Blonde at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $104, Avg. price ~ $348, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Feb 20, 2027, 6:30 PM Sat — SOCCER, Best Value, Weekend Event: Iowa Raptors vs. TBD at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $47, Tickets Available: 1037. Select Seats
  • Feb 23, 2027, 7:30 PM Tue — Concert: Black Jacket Symphony: Michael Jackson's Thriller at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 515. Select Seats
  • Mar 04, 2027, 6:30 PM Thu — SOCCER, Best Value: Iowa Raptors vs. TBD at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $47, Tickets Available: 1155. Select Seats
  • Mar 27, 2027, 2:00 PM Sat — BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: The Harlem Globetrotters at Alliant Energy PowerHouse • 8600 seats, 370 1st Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $113, Tickets Available: 4979. Select Seats
  • Apr 07, 2027, 7:00 PM Wed — BALLET: World Ballet Company: The Sleeping Beauty With Live Orchestra at Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids • 1690 seats, 123 3rd Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US. From $65, Avg. price ~ $149, Tickets Available: 482. Select Seats
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Live Shows FAQ

Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances in Cedar Rapids.

What types of live shows are happening in Cedar Rapids?

Live shows may include theatre productions, musicals, ballet performances, opera, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions.

Are live show schedules updated regularly?

Yeah. Performance dates and venue schedules are updated often as new productions and touring events are announced.

Do live shows happen on weekdays?

Absolutely. Many venues host performances throughout the week, while weekends are usually the busiest show dates.

Where are live shows usually performed in Cedar Rapids?

Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, performing arts centers, auditoriums, and entertainment venues across Cedar Rapids and nearby cities.

Are family-friendly live shows available?

Some productions are designed for all ages, including family theatre, magic performances, and seasonal stage shows.

Do touring productions visit Cedar Rapids?

Yes. Many national and regional touring productions stop in Cedar Rapids throughout the year.