Upcoming Events

Bayliss Park

Council Bluffs, IA

Friday, Nov. 21 | 6:00 PM WINTERFEST 2025 at Bayliss Park
McCormick's 1894 Bar
Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 5:00 PM Thanksgiving Eve at the Hoff
McCormick's 1894 Bar
Friday, Dec. 12 | 6:00 PM PACE | Ugly Sweater Happy Hour

Upcoming Events & Studio Artists

Upcoming Events & Studio Artists

Thanksgiving Eve at the Hoff

Thanksgiving Eve Night at the Hoff

Wed NOV 26 >> 5-10PM

Gather at the Hoff this Thanksgiving Eve for a night of local music, art, and community. Enjoy live tunes from Tracy Skretta, sip your favorite drink from McCormick’s Bar, and explore creative art activities throughout the evening.

Fri 5-10PM >> McCormick's 1894 hours
Fri 7-9PM >> Live Music: Tracy Skretta

Hoff Fourth Friday

HOFF FOURTH FRIDAY

Fourth Friday of Every Month >> 4-10PM | Free for All Ages
*No HFF in NOV & DEC*

Hoff Fourth Friday is a monthly celebration of art, music, food, and community at the Hoff Family Arts & Culture Center. Enjoy gallery openings, pop-up restaurant, live music, hands-on activities, and creative energy throughout the Hoff.

Silent Book Club

SILENT BOOK CLUB

Fri NOV 21 >> 6:30-8:30PM
**dates may change due to scheduling conflicts**

This Friday, join us for a cozy and creative evening at Silent Book Club! Bring your favorite book, enjoy some peaceful reading, and take part in our exciting raffle giveaway! Plus, get crafty with our "Create Your Own Bookmark" activity. It's the perfect way to unwind and get inspired—see you there!

Battle of the Bands at Whiskey Roadhouse

BATTLE OF THE BANDS AT WHISKEY ROADHOUSE

Tue-Wed FEB 10-13, 2026

CALL FOR BANDS!!!

  • A share of over $10,000 in CASH prizes
  • Two days of studio time at Another Recording Company with music production by Hz Productions valued at $4,500
  • Open for a 2026 Stir Cove Concert

Send in your submissions to rmccraken@harrahs.com

PACE Studio Artists

PACE STUDIO ARTISTS

3rd Floor

Hoff Fourth Fridays 6-9PM & By Private Appointment

Our studio artists at the Hoff Center invite you to visit with them Fon riday from 6-9PM or private appointment. These talented individuals offer a dazzling array of their talents, including oil, acrylics, pastel, photography, sculpture, home goods, media entertainment, and much more.

  • Council Bluffs Photography by Buck Christensen
  • Tim Guthrie
  • Nancy Lepo
  • Dan Klima
    Kathy Fiscus

Learn More

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* Guests should evaluate their risk in determining whether to visit. Any interaction with the general public poses an elevated risk of being exposed to COVID-19, and we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit. Masks are highly encouraged. 

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