AARP Iowa Events

Join us for one or more of these upcoming events:

Des Moines Events

Lunch & Learn: Smartphone Camera Uses Beyond Photography 
June 16 from 12 – 1 p.m.
East Side Public Library – 2559 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines
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Join us to learn about additional ways you can use your smartphone’s camera beyond photography! We’ll explore a variety of fun and useful features made possible by apps, such as scanning QR codes, translating text, measuring objects, and even using augmented reality. We’ll also cover considerations for choosing apps and reviewing their privacy and data practices. A light lunch will be served. Registration required.

AARP Night at the Iowa Cubs
July 31 at 7:08 p.m.
Principal Park – 1 Line Drive, Des Moines
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Join us for a night of fun and fireworks at the ballpark! Half-price reserved grandstand tickets are $12 (plus taxes and fees). Be sure to stop by our table to learn more about AARP Iowa and our work to empower people to choose how they live as they age.

*This is not an AARP event. Any information you provide to the host organization will be governed by its privacy policy and procedures. 

Vibes in the Village at Simon Estes Amphitheater
July 18 & August 22, 12 – 5 p.m.
Simon Estes Amphitheater – 75 Locust Street, Des Moines
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AARP Iowa is partnering with the Historic East Village to present “Vibes in the Village” and bring back live music to the Simon Estes Amphitheater. Join us for an afternoon of free live music on the riverfront, with local food and drinks available for purchase.

Discounted Tickets to the Des Moines Playhouse 
AARP members and their guests can receive a 15% discount on tickets to shows at the Des Moines Playhouse for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. Use the promo code PLAY2526 online or at the ticket office. Upcoming productions: Noises Off (June 5-21) and Legally Blonde The Musical (July 10-26). 

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Cedar Rapids Events

Cedar Rapids Gospel Brunch
June 13 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
African American Museum of Iowa – 55 12^th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
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AARP and First Light Christian Fellowship invite you to join us for the 6th Annual Gospel Brunch. This event will include local talent performing both traditional and contemporary gospel songs. This event is FREE, but seating is limited. Registration required.

AI & Disinformation (Morning Session)
June 18 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Marion Public Library - 1101 6^th Avenue, Marion
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Disinformation isn’t new, but AI and social media have accelerated its spread. This lecture will discuss AI-driven deepfakes and voice cloning, explain why they’re hard to detect, and share best practices and tools for evaluating and identifying AI-generated content. Registration required. NOTE: This morning session was added due to high demand for the afternoon session; the presentation content is the same.

Lunch & Learn: AI & Disinformation
June 18 from 12 – 1 p.m.
Marion Public Library - 1101 6^th Avenue, Marion
REGISTER – This event is at capacity; please register for the morning session above.

Disinformation isn’t new, but AI and social media have accelerated its spread. This lecture will discuss AI-driven deepfakes and voice cloning, explain why they’re hard to detect, and share best practices and tools for evaluating and identifying AI-generated content. A light lunch will be served. Registration required.

AARP Night at the Cedar Rapids Kernels
July 30 at 6:35 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Stadium – 950 Rockford Rd, SW, Cedar Rapids
GET DISCOUNTED TICKETS*

Join us for a night of fun at the ballpark! Discounted tickets are $15 (plus taxes and fees). Be sure to stop by our table to learn more about AARP Iowa and our work to empower people to choose how they live as they age.

*This is not an AARP event. Any information you provide to the host organization will be governed by its privacy policy and procedures.

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Virtual Events

Check back soon for upcoming virtual events!

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Iowa Bicycle Coalition Rides

AARP Iowa is partnering with the Iowa Bicycle Coalition to sponsor four upcoming rides. Click the registration links below to receive a 10% discount on ride registration or use the promo code “biking 10” at checkout.*

*These rides are hosted by the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. Any information you provide to the host organization will be governed by its privacy policy and procedures.

Wild Western Ride
Saturday, June 6
Middlebrook Farm, Cumming
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