All Upcoming Opportunities

Jan
12
Healthy You – January

Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.

Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2025

Deadline: December 12, 2024

Other publish dates: Apr 6, Jul 27, Nov 2

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Jan
16
Pints and Politics – January

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

Other event dates: Feb. 20 or 27, Apr. 10, Jun. 19 or 26, Aug. 21 or 28, Oct. 16, Nov. 6

Feb
04
Business Breakfast Series – February

Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.

Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series

Other event dates: March 25, May 6, July 15, September 2, December 2

Feb
10
Iowa Ideas In Depth Week February

Iowa Ideas In-Depth Week: Agriculture – February 10-14, 2025

Feb
16
Engineers Week

E-Week is an annual celebration of engineering and all it contributes to our world. This is your chance to showcase employees, projects and programs while expressing support for engineering educational pathways in Iowa.

Sales Sheet: Engineers Week

Deadline: January 21, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Feb
16
Cedar Rapids Home Show

Cedar Rapids Home Show will be February 16, 2025

For over thirty years, The Cedar Rapids Home Show has created the space for attendees to take in the latest in building products and services. Through creative, accessible ideas, vendors will inspire and assist those needing ideas for constructing or improving the interior and exterior space of their home. Advertisers of the Cedar Rapids Home Show publication must be members of the Greater Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association.

Sales Sheet: t/c

Deadline: January 21, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Feb
20
Pints and Politics – February

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

Other event dates: Apr. 10, Jun. 19 or 26, Aug. 21 or 28, Oct. 16, Nov. 6

Feb
23
Cycling Guide

A new once a year special section distributed in The Gazette aimed at telling the stories of the businesses, people and local efforts that have made The Corridor a cycling destination.

Sales Sheet: Cycling Guide

Deadline: January 28, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Mar
02
Excellence in the Arts

Excellence in the Arts will include outreach to area high schools, asking for nominations in the categories of visual, audio and performing arts. Selection of outstanding achievement will lead to a spotlight series of winners in a special section along with an awards ceremony to celebrate while showcasing various local artists.

Sales Sheet: Excellence in the Arts 2025

Dates: Special Section publication – March 2 • Awards Event – March 9

Ad deadline for publication: February 18

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Mar
09
Growing School Options

This section aims to give parents/guardians the information they need to make informed decisions on what will be the best fit for their child and family and gives schools an avenue to make their pitch.

Sales Sheet: Growing School Options

Deadline: February 11, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Mar
09
Excellence in the Arts

Excellence in the Arts will include outreach to area high schools, asking for nominations in the categories of visual, audio and performing arts. Selection of outstanding achievement will lead to a spotlight series of winners in a special section along with an awards ceremony to celebrate while showcasing various local artists.

Sales Sheet: Excellence in the Arts 2025

Dates: Special Section publication – March 2 • Awards Event – March 9

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Mar
25
Business Breakfast Series – March

Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.

Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series

Other event dates: May 6, July 15, September 2, December 2

Apr
06
Healthy You – April

Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.

Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2025

Deadline: March 4, 2025

Other publish dates: Jul 27, Nov 2

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Apr
10
Pints and Politics – April

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

Other event dates: Jun. 19 or 26, Aug. 21 or 28, Oct. 16, Nov. 6

Apr
12
Worship Directory – March

The Season of Faith Worship Guide is a chance to share your plans for service and celebration throughout the season. Inform readers about the unique qualities of your organization along with opportunities to join your congregation.

Distribution: Full publication run in Saturday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.

Sales Sheet: Worship Directory Easter 2025

Deadline: April 2, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Apr
20
Iowa City Home Show

IC Home Show Event Dates: April 25-27, 2025

Iowa City Home Show in partner with the Iowa City Home Builder Association.

Promote your products and services to potential customers through The Gazette’s Iowa City Home Show section! This advertising opportunity is an exclusive offer for members of the Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association.

Sales Sheet: t/c

Deadline: March 18, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Apr
20
Cedar Rapids Parade of Homes – Spring

The Spring Parade of Homes includes a showcase of homes in a half-page profile with photo and description of the house. Builders can upgrade their profile to a full page. The section includes a map for readers to follow throughout the Spring parade. Advertisers must be members of the Greater Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association.

Target Audience: Potential new-home buyers as well as homeowners; particularly age 30-55 with interest in improving their homes.

Sales Sheet: t/c

Deadline: Monday, March 11, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Apr
20
Company Spotlight – Corridor Careers

Unlock the power of storytelling and showcase what makes your company an exceptional place to work.

The Gazette’s Company Spotlight offers a unique platform to highlight your company culture while sharing information about positions available.

Event Date: April 20-25, 2025

Sales Sheet: Company Spotlight 2025

Apr
27
Eastern Iowa Honor Flight April

The mission of Eastern Iowa Honor Flight is to provide veterans with an incredible opportunity to visit monuments and memorials built in their honor. All veterans are encouraged to apply, with priority given to World War II Veterans, Korean War Veterans, and Veterans with advanced health concerns, followed by Vietnam Veterans and Veterans from other conflicts.

Sales Sheet: Honor Flight

Deadline: April 23, 2025

Other event dates: May 18, September 21, October 12

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

May
06
Business Breakfast Series – May

Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.

Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series

Other event dates: July 15, September 2, December 2

May
11
Marion Arts Festival

The annual celebration of fine, quality art returns for year 33!

Join the Marion Arts Festival special preview guide for the large festival in May. The annual publication gives readers and attendees a full scope of what to expect throughout the festival, while featuring the area artists and stories behind the creation of this incredible community event.

Sales Sheet: Marion Arts Festival 2025

Deadline: April 15, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

May
12
Iowa Ideas In Depth Week May

Iowa Ideas In-Depth Week: Health Care – May 12-16, 2025

May
18
Eastern Iowa Honor Flight May

The mission of Eastern Iowa Honor Flight is to provide veterans with an incredible opportunity to visit monuments and memorials built in their honor. All veterans are encouraged to apply, with priority given to World War II Veterans, Korean War Veterans, and Veterans with advanced health concerns, followed by Vietnam Veterans and Veterans from other conflicts.

Sales Sheet: Honor Flight

Deadline: May 14, 2025

Other event dates: September 21, October 12

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

May
25
Prestige – Summer

A biannual special section dedicated to Iowans 55+. Stories, resources and real perspectives about life in Iowa for older demographics that cover a range of issues. Past content includes money management, family dynamics, leisure, volunteerism and more.

Publication will be distributed full-run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette, and on thegazette.com reaching over 153,000 readers.

Sales Sheet: Prestige 2025

Deadline: April 29, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Jun
01
2025 Greater Iowa City Area HBA Membership Directory

Position your business at the forefront of the Iowa City home construction landscape by seizing the opportunity to advertise this powerful platform to showcase your brand and services to a targeted audience of homeowners, industry professionals, and decision-makers.

Open to IC HBA member only.

Sales Sheet: HBA Membership Directory

Deadline: April 7

Jun
01
Iowa City Parade of Homes

Reach thousands of local prospects looking to buy a new home or improve their current home in The Gazette’s exclusive Parade of Homes Guidebook.

Our target audience to promote and distribute this guidebook includes an age bracket of 30-55 with interest in home repair, home improvement. Advertisers must be members of the Greater Iowa City Are Home Builders Association.

Distribution:
Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000 as well as Southeast Iowa Union and Washington County.

Sales Sheet: t/c

Deadline: April 21, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Jun
10
HER Women of Achievement – Community Event

Showing up and making an impact. HER Women of Achievement recognizes outstanding women who have made positive impressions in their communities. WOA is a unique opportunity to educate readers about the variety of ways women lead. Through nominations, the 2025 honorees will be recognized through a special section, video interviews, networking parties and large in-person celebration.

Sales Sheet: HER Women of Achievement

Jun
19
Pints and Politics – June

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

Other event dates: Aug. 21 or 28, Oct. 16, Nov. 6

Jul
06
STEM

Pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

STEM in Iowa is an in-depth look at how this educational pathway is having an impact in the classroom as well as in future workforce pipelines. Content includes industry and individual perspectives of those that are devoting their work to grow and develop STEM in Iowa.

Sales Sheet: STEM 2025

Deadline: June 10, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Jul
15
Business Breakfast Series – July

Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.

Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series

Other event dates: September 2, December 2

Jul
27
Healthy You – July

Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.

Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2025

Deadline: June 27, 2025

Other publish dates: Nov 2

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Aug
11
Iowa Ideas In-Depth Week August

Iowa Ideas In-Depth Week: Energy & Environment – August 11-15, 2025

Aug
21
Pints and Politics – August

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

Other event dates: Oct. 16, Nov. 6

Aug
29
Cedar Rapids Prairie Book

Every fall Prairie Athletics publish a fall program to highlight fall sports and activities. The Gazette is proud to partner with Prairie Athletics to produce this piece. However, this would not be possible without the support of our community and advertisers like you.

Sales Sheet: CR Prairie Book 2025

Deadline: July 30, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Sep
02
Business Breakfast Series – September

Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.

Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series

Other event dates: December 2

 

Sep
14
Cedar Rapids Parade of Homes – Fall

The Fall Parade of Homes will feature a variety of beautiful new and remodeled homes in the Linn County area. This guidebook will include featured homes plus advertising of products and services that appeal to the target audience (prospective homebuyers, remodelers!).

Publication will be distributed in full-run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com, reaching over 153,000 readers. Advertisers must be members of the Greater Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association.

Sales Sheet: t/c

Deadline: July 25, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Sep
14
The Long Haul

In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, The Gazette presents a special section devoted to an essential industry that impacts several elements throughout Eastern Iowa.

Distribution: Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.

Sales Sheet: The Long Haul 2025

Deadline: August 19, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Sep
21
Eastern Iowa Honor Flight September

The mission of Eastern Iowa Honor Flight is to provide veterans with an incredible opportunity to visit monuments and memorials built in their honor. All veterans are encouraged to apply, with priority given to World War II Veterans, Korean War Veterans, and Veterans with advanced health concerns, followed by Vietnam Veterans and Veterans from other conflicts.

Sales Sheet: Honor Flight

Deadline: September 17, 2025

Other event dates: October 12

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Sep
21
College Guide Digital Mini-Book

The virtual College Guide is a timeless opportunity to reach students and their families as they begin to explore what’s next in their educational journey. The College Guide includes informative articles as well as the latest college and university data index. Cross promotion of this piece includes mass virtual distribution to area high schools and career pathway events.

• CR Jefferson • CR Kennedy • CR Washington • CR Metro • CR Prairie • CR Xavier • Linn-Mar • Marion • IC West • IC City High • IC Liberty • Beckman • Center Point Urbana • Central City • Central Elkader • Decorah • East Buchanan • English Valley • Iowa Valley • MFL MarMac • Maquoketa Valley • Monticello • Mount Vernon • North Cedar • Oelwein • Solon • Springville • Starmont Community • South Winneshiek • Vinton-Shellsburg • West Delaware • More

Sales Sheet: College Guide Digital Mini-Book 2025

Ad Deadline: August 26, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Oct
02
Iowa Ideas Conference

October 2 & 3, 2025

Our signature multi-disciplinary conference for Iowa Ideas, connecting Iowans to discover solutions and create a roadmap for our future. Multiple sponsorship levels and opportunities are available. Audience includes large employers, agencies and officials working to build Iowa’s Future. www.IowaIdeas.com

If your organization is interested in learning more about sponsoring Iowa Ideas, contact Tony: tony.baranowski@thegazette.com

Oct
12
Eastern Iowa Honor Flight October

The mission of Eastern Iowa Honor Flight is to provide veterans with an incredible opportunity to visit monuments and memorials built in their honor. All veterans are encouraged to apply, with priority given to World War II Veterans, Korean War Veterans, and Veterans with advanced health concerns, followed by Vietnam Veterans and Veterans from other conflicts.

Sales Sheet: Honor Flight

Deadline: October 8, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Oct
12
Celebrating ESOPtober

The Gazette is proud to continue ESOPtober, a publication celebrating the work of ESOP companies throughout Eastern Iowa. Through employer, employee and industry perspective, ESOPtober raises awareness on the value an ESOP brings to a community. The impact of an ESOP in workplace culture and economic prosperity is a story that needs to be told. Please join us and share your stories and experiences as a fellow ESOP champion.

Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.

Sales Sheet: ESOPtober

Deadline: September 16, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Oct
16
Pints and Politics – October

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

Other event dates: Nov. 6

Oct
19
HER Stories – October

The Gazette’s HER Stories provides opportunities for in-depth story telling about outstanding individuals who are leading work in unique, creative ways. Every publication will feature the stories of Eastern Iowa women who have experienced powerful paths to achieve for themselves, their families and their communities.

Sales Sheet: HER Stories

Deadline: September 23, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Nov
02
Healthy You – November

Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.

Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2025

Deadline: October 7, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Nov
06
Pints and Politics – November

Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.

Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics

 

Nov
09
Spotlight on Apprenticeships

The Gazette, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Building Trades Council team up for the Spotlight on Apprenticeships – an annual publication that promotes the benefits and opportunities of experience based learning throughout Eastern Iowa.

Content in this publication includes detailed information about various local apprenticeship programs as well as perspective from seasoned trade professionals.

Sales Sheet: Apprenticeship 2025

Deadline: October 14, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Nov
13
Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees is a treasured holiday tradition that welcomes thousands to enjoy the magic of the season. Kids activities, live entertainment, a vendor market and of course — incredible holiday decor featuring breathtaking trees! Through the support of area businesses, rows of themed trees are featured throughout the venue. Bids are placed for a weekend-long tree auction in support of the selected annual nonproft.

Nov
23
Celebrating Entrepreneurship

From start-ups to spin-offs, incubators to accelerators, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and the surrounding area have embraces entrepreneurship. For this new special section we’ll highlight some of those established efforts, some brand new, and the personalities that make them fly.

Sales Sheet: Entrepreneurship

Deadline: October 28, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Dec
02
Business Breakfast Series – December

Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.

Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series

 

Dec
06
Worship Directory – December

The Holiday Service Directory is a chance to share your plans for service and celebration throughout the holiday season. Inform readers about the unique qualities of your organization along with opportunities to join your congregation.

Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.

Sales Sheet: Worship Directory Holiday 2025

Deadline: November 25, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351

Dec
14
Prestige – Winter

A biannual special section dedicated to Iowans 55+. Stories, resources and real perspectives about life in Iowa for older demographics that cover a range of issues. Past content includes money management, family dynamics, leisure, volunteerism and more.

Publication will be distributed full-run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette, and on thegazette.com reaching over 153,000 readers.

Sales Sheet: Prestige 2025

Deadline: November 18, 2025

Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351