Iowa Homecoming 2026 Parade

Friday, October 30, 2026
Sign-up to join us for the 2026 Iowa Homecoming Parade! This year's theme is Herky's Haunted Homecoming. Come out for a spooky good time handing out candy.

Coffee Bar at the Iowa Memorial Union

Thursday, October 29, 2026
This is a fun Homecoming event for faculty and staff to stop by and pick up a free coffee mug and enjoy breakfast pastries in appreciation for your countless contributions to the University of Iowa!
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2026 Holiday Lights at the Lake

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Join in the holiday magic at the sixth annual Holiday Lights at the Lake event! All proceeds from Holiday Lights at the Lake benefit The Bird House, Hospice Home of Johnson County.

Adopt-A-Highway Fall 2026 Cleanup

Saturday, October 10, 2026
Staff Council are the proud owners of a 2-mile stretch of road on HWY 6 just west of Iowa City and we need your help to keep it clean!
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2026 HOPEwalk

Saturday, September 26, 2026
The HOPEwalk is a local community walk supporting awareness and education on suicide prevention and those affected by this national health crisis.
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2026 Shelter House BBQ Bash

Friday, September 25, 2026
Delicious, smoked meats have been a staple of BBQ Bash each year. There will be live music, activities for all ages, and delicious, mouth-watering barbeque.
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2026 Game Day Grab and Go

Saturday, September 19, 2026
Beginning four hours before kickoff, Game Day Grab & Go stations will be offering food and water for students, families, and the Hawkeye community as they make your way to Kinnick Stadium.
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2026 On Iowa!

Saturday, August 15, 2026
On Iowa! events helps student become familiar with the University of Iowa community, opportunities, and resources the week before classes begin. 
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2026 Ready Set School on behalf of United Way

Friday, August 14, 2026
Ready Set School helps Johnson and Washington county families receive supplies and services needed for school.
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29th Annual KHAK Radiothon

Thursday, August 13, 2026
Hosted by morning KHAK's Brain & Courtlin, the duo will interview kids and their families that have been treated at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital.
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DVIP/RVAP at Johnson County Fair

Saturday, July 25, 2026
DVIP & RVAP is seeking volunteers to help take tickets and staff information tables the Johnson County Fair.
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DVIP/RVAP Solon Beef Days

Saturday, July 18, 2026
DVIP/RVAP is looking for volunteers to help with crowd safety during the Solon Beef Days parade.
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Blues and BBQ

Saturday, July 11, 2026
North Liberty's Blues and BBQ is a family-friendly party. Volunteers will walk assigned areas of the park to help ensure that disposable items get put in the right containers.
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6th Annual BioBlitz

Saturday, July 11, 2026
The Office of Sustainability and the Environment is hosting its 6th annual BioBlitz. Join UI researchers in collecting, observing, and recording biodiversity.
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Savannah Bananas at Kinnick Stadium

Friday, July 3, 2026
The Savannah Bananas will perform at Kinnick Stadium on July 3rd or 4th. Volunteers will work as event staff doing various tasks.
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UISC Book and School Supply

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Join UI Staff Council in donating books and school supplies throughout the month of July. Donation boxes are placed in various staff offices across campus.

Iowa City's 9th Annual Downtown Block Party!

Saturday, June 27, 2026
Taking over 14 blocks in the heart of Downtown Iowa City, the annual block party is an event for all ages and specifically targets the feel of a community block party. All of the programming, activities, and entertainment are completely free to the public.

The Food Pantry at Iowa Needs Summer Volunteers

Monday, June 1, 2026
The Food Pantry at Iowa is a student organization established on the belief that access to healthy food is a basic human right. The generosity of the University and local communities help provide food and necessities for Iowa students, staff, and faculty in need.

Adopt-A-Highway Spring 2026 Cleanup

Saturday, May 30, 2026
UISC has adopted a section of Hwy 6 by Kent Park. The Iowa DOT Adopt-A-Highway program helps increase public awareness of environmental needs along Iowa highways.

Iowa Health Care Week: UISC Tabling

Monday, May 11, 2026
Staff Council will host information tables at various locations throughout Health Care Week, May 11-14.