Events for May 8, 2026
Materials Exploration for a Portable Urban Sketching Studio with Hot Shops
Join us to test drive some of the most popular art materials used for Urban Sketching: water brushes, several kinds of ink, pencil, watercolor and water-based pastels. You might just fall in love with Urban Sketching, the latest global obsession where everybody is welcome and all viewpoints are valued for their unique perspective. Meet at the Arrival Plaza next to the Discovery Playground!Â
Middle School Band at the Mall with Missouri Valley Community School District
Spring is here and music is in the air! Come enjoy a concert band performance in the park, presented by the Missouri Valley Middle School bands. These students have worked hard all year learning their craft and would like to share their growth and excitement with the community. Head over to the Performance Pavilion to enjoy a concert by the Missouri Valley Middle School Bands!Â
Game Cart
Stop by to grab a mix of classic lawn games, board games and activities perfect for all ages and group sizes! Enjoy the park and please return the items when you are done. Look for the blue top cart near the Downtown Green in Gene Leahy Mall. Have an idea for a new game we should add? We would love to hear it, please leave your suggestion at the Game Cart!
Imagination Playground
Imagination Playground – These blue blocks can transform any space into a playground that encourages learning, social development, movement, and fun! Kids can use their imagination to stack, line, and move each block into an endless variety of patterns. Check out the Imagination Playground near the Downtown Green!
DJ Skate Night
DJ Corleone returns to The Riverfront for a fun night of mixed tunes and skating!Â