CRBT Movies on the Riverbank 20th Anniversary

Join us at the McGrath Amphitheatre for our 20th summer of moonlight, movies, food and family fun under the stars in Downtown Cedar Rapids! Proudly sponsored by Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust. This milestone couldn't be achieved without the incredible support of our community. We hope to see you this summer!

McGrath Amphitheatre

475 1st St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Gates open at 7:00 PM  |  Kids' Activities begin at 7:00 PM | Movie begins at dusk (typically approx. 9:30 PM in June, 9:00 PM in July, and 8:30 PM in August)


Join CRBT for Movies on the Riverbank this summer!

Rated PG; 95 minutes; Cast: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman, Liza Lapira, Tony Hale

A sequel that features Riley entering puberty and experiencing brand new, more complex emotions as a result. As Riley tries to adapt to her teenage years, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced.

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Inside Out 2 (2024)
Saturday, June 14

Rated PG; 95 minutes; Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Will Ferrell, Sofía Vergara, Chris Renaud

Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run.

Despicable Me 4 movie poster
Despicable Me 4 (2024)
Saturday, July 12

Rated PG; 100 minutes; Cast: Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Hualalai Chung, Rose Matafeo, David Fane

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced.

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Moana 2 (2024)
Saturday, August 2

June 14th Guest Appearance: Hannah Stuelke

We're thrilled to have college basketball star, Hannah Stuelke join us at our first movie! 

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Additional Event Details:

  • The event is free and open to the public.
  • On-street parking is available.
  • Tiered, natural lawn seating is offered. People are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets.
  • Kids' Zone activities: Facepainting, balloon artists, and inflatables 
  • Onsite vendors: Moo Moo's Ice Cream, The Street Food Fighter Mobile Food Unit (June), LoosiesCR (July & August) and El Kahir Shriners (free popcorn courtesy of Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust).
  • The following is a list of approved items attendees may bring into the McGrath Amphitheatre for the CRBT movie series only: Outside food and beverages, Soft-sided coolers only, Backpacks and purses (may be subject to search), Binoculars, Cameras, Blankets, Bagged lawn chairs/folding chairs
  • The following is a list of restricted items in the McGrath Amphitheatre: No hard-sided coolers, Animals (service animals are welcome), Weapons or illegal substances of any kind, Audio/video recording devices, Fireworks or any other pyrotechnic devices, Glass bottles, Laser pointers, Frisbees, Musical instruments, In-line or roller skates, Skateboards, Scooters, Bicycles

If the event is canceled due to weather, notification or updates will be posted on the CRBT Facebook page.

For more information, contact Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust at 319-862-2728. 

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