Whether you’re a Siouxlander looking to get away from the cyclists or a cyclist looking for happenings off the beaten path, there are plenty of things going on this weekend while RAGBRAI’s in town.
"Shrek the Musical" at Sioux City Community Theatre, 1401 Riverside Blvd.
7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday and July 23-25, and 2 p.m. Sunday and July 26
Cost: $15 adults, $10 children 12 and under
More info: Visit scctheatre.org or call 712-233-2788.
Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks film, "Shrek the Musical" tells the story of everyone’s favorite ogre who embarks on a life-changing adventure. Joined by a wise-cracking donkey, this unlikely hero fights a fearsome dragon, rescues a feisty princess and learns that friendship and love aren’t only found in fairy tales.
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A day camp for kids will be held from 3-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, where they can learn how a large production is put on stage. The “ogre camp” will include Shrek-themed projects, snacks, dinner and an exclusive chance to meet the actors in the production and watch the transformation into their characters. Campers will attend the show and perform during intermission.
"American Idiot" at Shot in the Dark Productions, 413 Nebraska St.
8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and July 23-25; and 7 p.m. Sunday and July 26-27
Cost: $15
More info: Visit shotinthedarkproductions.org or call 712-635-3616
The smash hit musical tells the story of Johnny, Tunny and Will, who are struggling to find meaning in life and leave their hometown for the thrills of the city. Their paths diverge. Will returns to stifling suburbia to work out the relationship with his pregnant girlfriend. Tunny joins the military. Johnny struggles with drug addiction. Songs by Green Day move the story forward.
Fridays on the Promenade, Fourth and Virginia streets
6 p.m. every Friday through July 31
Cost: $3
More info: Visit fridaysonthepromenade.com
The outdoor summer concert series brings music to downtown Sioux City with remaining performances by Jimbo Mathus & the Tri-State Coalition on Friday, the Lionel Young Band on July 24 and Laura Rain & the Caesars on July 31. In case of rain, concerts move to Vangarde Arts, 420 Jackson St.
River-Cade Festival
Activities taking place at various times and locations now through Sunday.
More info: Visit river-cade.com
In an annual salute to the mighty Missouri River, the 52nd summer festival wraps up this weekend with helicopter rides and Merriam’s Midway Carnival, set up along the riverfront at the Jeffrey C. Dible Soccer Complex in South Sioux City. Take a cruise down Riverview Drive or bike the trails to get to fantastic fun for all ages.
Worship at the River
11 a.m. every Sunday through Aug. 30
More info: Visit morningsidelutheran.com
During the summer, Morningside Lutheran Church offers a contemporary, “come-as-you-are” worship service on the riverfront at the Anderson Dance Pavilion, along Larsen Park Road. There is also a special kids’ time before the sermon, where children sing with their parents and then are dismissed for prayer, songs and a story.
WinnaVegas Casino Resort, 1500 330th St., Sloan, Iowa
More info: Visit winnavegas.com
Every Saturday and Sunday through July, the entertainment venue will host a flea market with treasures, antiques and food from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you go on Saturday, stick around until 7 p.m. for a free tribute concert featuring The Purple Experience performing songs by Prince or No Duh performing songs by No Doubt on July 25. Must be 21 or over. Call 800-468-9466 ext. 7117 for more ticket information.
