Summer has officially arrived in Council Bluffs, and June is your invitation to experience it all. From riverfront celebrations and live performances to community markets and high-energy events, the city comes alive with moments worth planning around!
1. Kick Off Summer at Summerfest
June 5 | 6 PM
Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park
Start your summer in a big way at Summerfest, one of Council Bluffs’ most anticipated events of the season. From foam parties and giant bubbles to hands-on art experiences and yard games, there’s something for every age to enjoy.
Explore the Summerfest Pop-Up Market featuring local vendors, catch live music, and grab a bite from a variety of food trucks throughout the evening. As the sun sets, don’t miss the highlight of the night, a spectacular 300-drone show lighting up the sky in a dazzling 20-minute performance.
2. Experience UnShakeable
June 5 - 7
Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center
Step into a powerful and imaginative story with UnShakeable, part of the Family Opera Series. Set three years after a mysterious epidemic has erased memories, this one-act opera follows two actors reconnecting in a deserted theater using the timeless words of Shakespeare as their only link to the past.
As the story unfolds, the audience becomes part of the journey, helping the characters rediscover emotions, memories, and meaning.
3. Cruise Into Community at Local Car Shows
June 6 | 9 AM
The Coffee Cabin
Start the month at Cars and Coffee For Hope, where car enthusiasts gather to support important causes like mental health, addiction awareness, and suicide prevention.
June 14 | 11 AM
Backpacker's Brew
Davis Performance is teaming up with the community to support local youth through the Fueling Our Future Summer Snack Drive and Car Show Kick Off.
June 27 | 9 AM
Quaker Steak & Lube
Don’t miss the Wheels of Courage Car Show! This event features vehicles across 17 judged categories, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and more! All benefiting the Jennie Edmundson Hospital Cancer Center Charitable Patient Care Fund!
4. Explore Council Bluffs Farmers Market
Every Thursday | 4:30 PM
Bayliss Park
Farmers Market Council Bluffs is held every Thursday, offering a great way to support local farmers and vendors while enjoying a lively community atmosphere. Take in live music, kids' activities, and more! Want to venture outside Council Bluffs? Pottawattamie County has several nearby farmers markets worth exploring throughout the week! Explore these by clicking the button below.
5. Immerse Yourself in Rides and Good Vibes
June 18 | 5 PM
Historic 100 Block
Bikes on the 100 Block kicks off the summer with roaring engines and downtown vibes! Motorcycles fill the streets of the 100 Block, while live music echoes through the air, and the community gathers for great food, cold drinks, and that unmistakable bike-night energy. It’s a tradition built on the love of the ride and a shared sense of camaraderie. This month the featured band who will be performing at the beer garden is Recaptured!
Make the Most of June in CB
If you're looking for an excuse to get out and enjoy summer, June in Council Bluffs has you covered. Think live music, local eats, unique events, and plenty of ways to soak up the sunshine. It’s the kind of month where your calendar fills up fast, in the best way.
