Community Activities and Events

Upcoming Events

We’re excited to offer a wide range of programs and events that bring our community together to learn, celebrate, and experience the arts. Whether you're a young learner, an arts, music, or theatre enthusiast, or someone looking to experience something new, there’s always something exciting happening here at Hawkeye!

RedTail Athletics

The RedTails compete across the U.S. as members of the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association.

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2024–2025 Artist Series Performers

October 20, 2024 | 7:00pm Dry Run Creek

Dry Run Creek is a good-time country band rooted deep in the Midwest, delivering a lively mix of bluegrass, traditional, and outlaw country. Named after the winding creeks of their rural hometown, the band’s sound is steeped in the stories of small-town life, love, and heartbreak. Known for their heartfelt lyrics, tight harmonies, and impressive leads, Dry Run Creek has become a local favorite, turning every show into a celebration of the simpler things in life. They bring an authentic energy that gets the crowd on their feet and singing along.

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April 3, 2025 | 7:00pm Brad and Kate

“Brad & Kate” is a pop-folk group lead by husband and wife duo, Kate Myers and Brad Myers. Their first full-length album boasts a variety of sounds from their newly released pop single, “You Right Next to Me” to indie-folk-rock, “Better on My Own” to a reflective, “Dreams Change".

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May 22, 2025 | 7:00pm The Nitpickers

The Nitpickers perform an upbeat, down-homey, feel-good blend of iconic music from across decades and genres. Based in the Cedar Valley, since 2016 they have performed at venues and events throughout Iowa, and the current performers are all long-time professors at Hawkeye Community College. Come share with them an evening of fellowship and joy, the kind that only live music can bring.

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Student Art Show

The Student Art Show is a juried show featuring artwork from students in Graphic Design, Professional Photography, Digital Mass Media, Welding, and other fine arts courses. You can see the art on display at the Hawkeye Library from April to early May during regular library hours.

Student Music and Theatre

Come experience the talent and creativity of our students through live music and theatre productions! These performances are the perfect way to support our student artists and enjoy a night of entertainment.

Upcoming Student Performances

Youth Summer Camps