Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events. Topics this week include a free music festival, rules regarding fireworks in city limits, and an interactive history and public art project.

Iowa City Jazz Festival

Smooth sounds, great food, and summer vibes! Spend the weekend at the Iowa City Jazz Festival, where world-class musicians and rising stars take the stage for three days of unforgettable performances.

Fireworks ordinance

Planning to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks? Make sure you know when and where they're legal in Iowa City before lighting the fuse.

Chat with Irving Weber statue

History comes to life this summer as visitors can text with the Irving Weber statue to explore Iowa City's stories, landmarks, and public art.