visitorsguide 2018
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ACCOLADES d Iowa's Best Trail Town (Cedar Falls) 2017, 2016 By Iowa Bicycle Coalition
welcome
The Cedar Falls and Waterloo area has been recognized as Iowa's Outstanding Tourism Community on several occasions. It is a great place to visit, live, work, and play. Both cities are certified Blue Zones demonstration sites, which means we’re working toward living healthier, happier, and longer lives. This award-winning guide will acquaint you with an abundance of exciting and unique attractions, events, and dining and shopping opportunities. We’ve also included information about our meeting and sporting facilities as well as a nearby section to inform you about other points of interest just outside the Cedar Valley. In addition to this guide, we invite you to visit our website, visitthecedarvalley.com, or contact either office where our staff and volunteers are eager to make recommendations or answer any questions you may have. Here’s wishing you a pleasant and memorable stay!
d Unusual & Historic Miniature Golf Courses in the U.S. (Lost Island, Waterloo) 2017 By USA Today d Best Outdoor Water Park in the U.S. (Lost Island Waterpark, Waterloo) 2017 Ranked #2 by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards d National Register of Historic Places (Cedar Falls Downtown Historic District) 2017 d Iowa's Best Singletrack (George Wyth State Park, Waterloo) 2017 By Iowa Bicycle Coalition d Iowa’s Outstanding Retail Experience (Barn Happy, Cedar Falls) 2017 (Downtown Cedar Falls) 2016 d Iowa’s Outstanding Lodging Property (The BlackHawk Hotel, Cedar Falls) 2017 d Iowa’s Tourism's Outstanding Individual Leader (Rosemary Beach, Cedar Falls) 2017 d Top 25 Water Parks in the U.S. (Lost Island Waterpark, Waterloo) Ranked #12 (2016) & #9 (2015) by Trip Advisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards d Iowa’s Outstanding Attraction (Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, Waterloo) 2016 d Iowa’s Outstanding Marketing Collaboration (Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum, Waterloo) 2016 d Iowa’s Outstanding Tourism Community (Waterloo) 2015 (Cedar Falls) 2014, 2009, 2004 d Iowa’s Outstanding Tourism Promotional Material (Waterloo Convention & Visitors Bureau) 2015 d Iowa’s Outstanding Tourism Website (Waterloo Convention & Visitors Bureau) 2015 d Iowa’s Tourism People’s Choice Award (Ames, Dubuque, Quad Cities, & Waterloo Convention & Visitors Bureaus) 2015 d 50 Safest College Towns in America (Cedar Falls) 2015 Ranked #13 by The SafeWise Report d Best Small Places for Business and Careers (Waterloo) 2015 Ranked #49 by Forbes
Jim Brown, Cedar Falls Mayor & Quentin Hart, Waterloo Mayor
Cedar Falls and Waterloo, also known as the Cedar Valley, are conveniently located in the northeast quadrant of Iowa. We’re easily accessible by car or air and offer an impressive array of amenities at affordable prices.
d All-Star Community Award (Waterloo) 2015 By the Iowa League of Cities d Best Small Cities in America (Cedar Falls) 2015 Ranked #4 on NerdWallet d 20 Coolest Towns in the U.S. (Cedar Falls) 2015 Ranked #19 on Matador Network d Hall of Fame Community Tourism Leadership Award (Cedar Falls) 2014
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visitorsguide 2018
WATERLOO
AREA MAP INSIDE
UNIQUE DINING OPTIONS
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CEDAR FALLS
SEE WHAT'S NEW
FUN YEARLY EVENTS
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SingleSpeed Brewing Company wonderfully renovated the old Wonder Bread Factory in downtown Waterloo. It features a traditional beer hall and beer garden for those who like a social dining experience, as well as a dining room for your typical dinner experience. Photo courtesy of SingleSpeed Brewing Co.
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Calendar of Events What's New Things to do Sports & Recreation Shopping Itineraries Maps Dining Lodging Event Spaces Getting Around Nearby
Photos courtesy of The Courier Photography & Creative Departments, Cedar Falls and Waterloo Visitors Bureaus, Amana Colonies CVB, Annette Freeseman, Barn Happy, Beth Keeney, Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Courtyard by Marriott, Crossroads Center, Esther Vuong, Fox Ridge Winery, Galleria De Paco, Grout Museum District, Hampton Inn, Hansen’s Dairy, Hatchlings & Hens, Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Heartland Farms, Hick’s Place, Hilton Garden Inn, InVision, Iowa Irish Fest, Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo, John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, Karen Everling, Linda Maughan, Little Brown Church in the Vale, Lost Island Waterpark, Main Street Waterloo, Michael Lee Bowden, Open Door Hospitality, Mintum, Inc., Randy Darst Designs, Roland Ferrie, SingleSpeed Brewing Co., Tea Cellar, Tim Dodd Photography, University of Northern Iowa, Waterloo Bucks, Waterloo Center for the Arts, and Waterloo Leisure Services.
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Important
information
6510 Hudson Rd Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (319) 268-4266 or (800) 845-1955 fax: (319) 277-9707 cedarfallstourism.org
A partial listing of the services you’ll want to get acquainted with in our community follows. We also invite you to stop by either Visitors Bureau to learn more.
Hours
Monday–Friday 9am–5pm Saturday 9am–4pm Sunday Noon–4pm
Important Phone Numbers Emergency
911
Road Conditions
511
Iowa State Patrol
(319) 277-4761
Black Hawk County Sheriff
(319) 291-2515
Police Department (both cities)
(319) 291-2515
Cedar Falls Fire Department
(319) 273-8622
Waterloo Fire Department
(319) 291-4460
Open 7 days/week and conveniently located near Highways 58 and 20 (exit 224), the Cedar Falls Visitor Center offers free Wi-Fi, gift shop, coffee and soda, restrooms, trail access and plenty of free parking. Stop in or call for assistance with group tours, meetings, reunions, weddings and other events.
Medical Assistance Allen Memorial Hospital
(319) 235-3941
Emergency
(319) 235-3697
Wheaton Franciscan Hospitals Covenant Medical Center
(319) 272-8000
Sartori Memorial Hospital
(319) 268-3000
500 Jefferson St Waterloo, IA 50701 (319) 233-8350 or (800) 728-8431 fax: (319) 233-2733 travelwaterloo.com
Area Information Services Black Hawk County Courthouse
Hours
(319) 833-3000
Monday–Friday 8am–5pm
Greater Cedar Valley Alliance & Chamber (319) 232-1156
Cedar Falls Population 39,780 cedarfalls.com City Hall
(319) 273-8600
Public Library
(319) 273-8643
Cedar Falls Community Main Street
(319) 277-0213
There’s a lot to dig about Waterloo! Stop by our Visitor Center or visit travelwaterloo.com for information on our award-winning attractions, dining hot spots, and the best in shopping and entertainment. We also offer assistance with planning group tours, meetings, reunions and weddings in Waterloo.
Waterloo Population 68,441
Cedar Valley Sports Commission PO Box 4166, Waterloo 50704 (319) 493-5371 cedarvalleysports.org
ci.waterloo.ia.us City Hall
(319) 291-4301
Public Library
(319) 291-4480
Main Street Waterloo
(319) 291-2038
The Cedar Valley Sports Commission works to create, attract, and grow youth and amateur sporting events in the Cedar Valley area. The Commission markets venues and the entire area as a premier destination for these events.
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calendar of events
Jan/FEB
it's game day at the
mcleod Center!
Iowa Boat, RV & Vacation Show January 19-21 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (319) 232-0218 iowashows.com
Beers to You
January 28 Waterloo Convention Center, Waterloo (319) 273-3672 gbpac.com
Be a part of the excitement as the UNI Panthers take the court! unipanthers.com
Cedar Valley Winterfest
February 11 South Prairie Lake, Cedar Falls (319) 610-1111 impactoutdoors.org
Eastern Iowa Home and Landscaping Show February 16-18 Waterloo Convention Center, Waterloo (319) 232-0218 iowashows.com
Iowa Games Fat Bike Race
February 17 George Wyth State Park, Waterloo (319) 266-5979 iowagames.org
Hawkeye Farm Show February 27 - March 1 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (507) 437-4577 hawkeyefarmshow.com
Winter Wonderland
From sledding to ice fishing, the winter months offer an abundance of outdoor adventures. Try snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, even biking on one of the groomed trails found throughout the Cedar Valley. Did we mention we also have dekhockey? waterloodekhockey.com | cedartrailspartnership.org
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Antique Fun
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MAR/APR Maple Syrup Festival
March 3-4 Hartman Reserve Nature Center, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2187 hartmanreserve.org
Eastern Iowa Sportshow March 9-11 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (319) 232-0218 iowashows.com
World's Greatest Spring Break for Kids March 12-16 Downtown Waterloo (319) 287-9102 worldsgreatestspringbreak.com
UNI-Dome Antique Spectacular Vintage Market March 16-18 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (712) 362-9964 antiquespectacular.com
First Regional Robotics Competition
March 21-24 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 usfirst.org
Cedar Valley Baconfest
Antique collectors and junkin’ enthusiasts won’t want to miss the opportunity to find that perfect antique, collectible or repurposed item at two great events happening this spring in the Cedar Valley. While you’re here, be sure to stop at one of our many antique and specialty shops too. antiquespectacular.com | mainstreetwaterloo.org
Hello spring! Spring is in bloom and so are the thousands of tulips at the Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. Relax, unwind and enjoy an oasis of natural beauty as you explore the amazing gardens on this 40-acre site. cedarvalleyarboretum.org
March 24 McElroy Auditorium, Waterloo (319) 277-1918 cedarvalleybaconfest.com
Funky Junk-A-Loo
March 24-25 Waterloo Convention Center, Waterloo (319) 291-2038 mainstreetwaterloo.org
USA Kids & Cadets National Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament March 29-31 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 teamusa.org/usa-wrestling/events
Check out our online calendar for a full and updated listing of events.
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may/june 4th Street Cruise May 26 Downtown Waterloo (319) 234-2200 1057kokz.com
My Waterloo Days June 6-10 Downtown Waterloo (319) 291-2038 mywaterloodays.org
College Hill Arts Festival June 15-16 College Hill, Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 collegehillartsfestival.com
John Deere Waterloo Operations | 100th Anniversary Celebration June 15-16 Downtown Waterloo (888) 453-5804 visitjohndeere.com
Sturgis Falls Celebration & Cedar Basin Jazz Festival June 22-24 Downtown Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 sturgisfalls.org | cedarbasinjazz.org
Mayor's 4th of July Celebration June 30 RiverLoop Amphitheatre, Waterloo (319) 291-2038 mainstreetwaterloo.org
'Movies under the moon'
buy fresh, buy local
Summer is here and so are the farmers’ markets. From May to October, shop fresh produce, plants, baked goods, hand-crafted items and more at one of the many farmers’ markets throughout the Cedar Valley. visitthecedarvalley.com
Bring your family and watch a movie on the big screen...under the moon. Held at Overman Park in Cedar Falls, this summer event showcases an array of free family-friendly films, plus live music and snacks. Don’t forget to pack your blanket or lawn chair too. cedarfallsdowntown.com
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fun
in the sun
Escape to an island of fun and sun when you visit Iowa’s largest waterpark - Lost Island. Open June through August, this tropical paradise is one of Trip Advisor’s “Top 15 Water Parks” in the country and features exciting rides and thrills for all ages. thelostisland.com
Check out our online calendar for a full and updated listing of events.
visitthecedarvalley.com
sizzilin' summer festivals
Kick off the summer festival season with can’t-miss events like My Waterloo Days, the Sturgis Falls Celebration, and Cedar Basin Jazz Festival. Enjoy parades, delicious food, live music, and plenty of activities for the whole family. mywaterloodays.org | sturgisfalls.org | cedarbasinjazz.org
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JUL/AUG Accel Triathlon
July 7 George Wyth State Park, Waterloo (319) 596-1101 acceltriathlon.com
Riverview Gospel Sing
Cedar Falls Bible Conference
July 28-August 5 Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls (319) 268-0787 riverviewministries.com
July 12-15 Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls (319) 268-0787 riverviewministries.com
Iowa Irish Fest
Iowa State Trap Shoot
Stem & Stein
July 17-22 Cedar Falls Gun Club, Cedar Falls (319) 987-2141 cedarfallsgunclub.com
Waterloo Open
July 19-22 Irv Warren Memorial Golf Course, Waterloo waterlooopen.com
BBQ'Loo & Blues Too July 20-21 Lincoln Park, Waterloo (319) 291-2038 mainstreetwaterloo.org
Iowa Shrine Bowl
July 21 UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (319) 493-5371 iowashrinebowl.org
August 3-5 Downtown Waterloo (319) 234-9029 iowairishfest.com August 11 RiverLoop Expo Plaza, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
Old Time Power Show August 17-19 Antique Acres, Cedar Falls (319) 987-2380 antiqueacres.org
Cedar Valley Gran Fondo | FondoFest August 18 Downtown Cedar Falls (319) 277-0213 cedarfallsdowntown.com
Cedar Valley Pridefest August 25 Downtown Waterloo cedarvalleypride.com
revel on! Everybody’s Irish at Iowa Irish Fest - August 3-5 in downtown Waterloo! Iowa’s largest Celtic festival boasts of four stages of music and entertainment, cultural activities, Highland Games, authentic Irish food and so much more. iowairishfest.com
Golfing galore
Home to Iowa’s oldest and largest golf tournament, the Waterloo Open draws over 150 professionals and 200 amateurs to the area every year. The Cedar Valley is also home to six fantastic public golf courses perfect for a round or two of golf with friends. waterlooopen.com | cedarfalls.com waterlooleisureservices.org
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Take me out to the ball game
Summer wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the ballpark...Cost Cutters Field at Riverfront Stadium that is. Cheer on the Waterloo Bucks as they take on their opponents in the Northwoods League and enjoy fun ingame promotions and daily specials all summer long. waterloobucks.com
Waterski stunts & shows
Enjoy exciting water ski shows with the Waterhawks, every week throughout the summer at Eagle Lake. Watch as they entertain the audience with their thrilling stunts and high-flying jumps on the water. waterhawks.org
summer concerts
Warm summer nights set the stage for outdoor concerts in the Cedar Valley. Experience an eclectic mix of music almost every day of the week at venues like the RiverLoop Amphitheatre overlooking the scenic Cedar River. visitthecedarvalley.com
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sept/oct ARTapalooza on Main September 8 Downtown Cedar Falls (319) 277-0213 cedarfallsdowntown.com
National Cattle Congress Fair
September 13-16 National Cattle Congress Grounds, Waterloo (319) 234-7515 nationalcattlecongress.com
fall fun
Fiesta: A Celebration of Latino Culture September 15 RiverLoop Expo Plaza, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
Fall Harvest Festival
Experience fall in the Cedar Valley! Visit Heartland Farms to choose a pumpkin from thousands of choices, see farm animals and their famous Punkinator and let the kids try out the giant jumping pillow and bounce houses. Also be sure to check out one of the Cedar Valley’s many haunted attractions for spooktacular fun. heartlandfarmswaterloo.com
September 22-23 Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, Waterloo (319) 226-4966 cedarvalleyarboretum.org
Tour De'Loo
October 4 Downtown Waterloo (319) 291-2038 mainstreetwaterloo.org
arts & culture at its finest
Check out one of our popular art festivals like ARTapalooza on Main, or catch a Broadway show or symphony concert at the awardwinning Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Both Cedar Falls and Waterloo offer outstanding community theatres as well, presenting a variety of musicals and shows for audiences of all ages. visitthecedarvalley.com
Go Panthers!
Home to the University of Northern Iowa, there’s no shortage of sports when it comes to cheering on the Panthers. From football to volleyball, to basketball and wrestling, fans are in for a fantastic sports experience at some of the best sports facilities in the Midwest. unipanthers.com
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'tis the season
nov/dec
Iowa High School Football Playoffs
Semi-Finals and Finals second and third weeks of November UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 iahsaa.org
Holiday Arts Festival
November 10-11 Waterloo Center for the Arts, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
Festival of Trees
Don’t miss Santa’s grand entrance as he arrives to help launch the Holiday Hoopla seasonal celebration in downtown Cedar Falls. This month-long festival begins the Friday after Thanksgiving and features activities for all ages, including Santa’s Workshop, live nativity and trolley rides, a holiday movie and so much more. cedarfallsdowntown.com
November 13-18 Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls (319) 268-3161 wheatoniowa.org/festival-of-trees
Winter Wonder'loo
November 24 Downtown Waterloo (319) 291-2038 mainstreetwaterloo.org
Holiday Hoopla
November 23-December 22 Downtown Cedar Falls (319) 277-0213 cedarfallsdowntown.com
festive events
shop until you drop
Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? The Cedar Valley is home to a variety of boutiques and specialty shops that are sure to make your holiday shopping a breeze. Stroll the sidewalks and enjoy the sparkling holiday lights while you shop our downtown districts. visitthecedarvalley.com
Each year, the Friends of Sartori Memorial Hospital transform Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center into a winter wonderland for the Festival of Trees. Come view a gallery of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, place settings and nativity scenes. Other festive events round out this week-long celebration to kick off the holiday season. wheatoniowa.org/festival-of-trees
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what's new
what's new dining/specialty
Blue Barn BBQ Cedar Falls
Figaro Figaro Cedar Falls
Cibo di Strada Street Food Bar, Waterloo
Milkbox Bakery Cedar Falls
Rodney’s Kitchen Waterloo
Urban Pie Cedar Falls
Starbeck’s Smokehouse Cedar Falls
Wilbo Burgers, Brats & Beer Cedar Falls
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breweries
SingleSpeed Brewing Waterloo
Second Street Brewery Co Cedar Falls
event spaces
Diamond Event Center at Jorgensen Plaza, Cedar Falls
hotels Majestic Moon Waterloo
Courtyard Waterloo Cedar Falls Waterloo
Hotel 4th Waterloo Waterloo
attractions
Get Air Waterloo Waterloo
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UNI Tennis Complex Cedar Falls
s g n thi
to do
Cedar Valley Arboretum
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John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum
Ice House Museum
things to do things to do
Agricultural Attractions
Antique Acres
7610 Waverly Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 987-2380 antiqueacres.org
Best known for its yearly Old Time Power Show in August, Antique Acres preserves agricultural history and heritage.
John Deere Engine Works
3801 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo (319) 292-5347 (reservations) visitjohndeere.com
Tours: Mon-Fri 9:30am and 1pm Unfinished engine blocks, heads and crankshafts are precisionmachined and assembled into John Deere diesel engines as well as power centers for other manufacturers. Tour lasts 1.5 hours. Participants must be 13 years of age. No video cameras or cell phones allowed. No opentoed shoes or sandals allowed. No exceptions.
John Deere Tractor Cab Assembly Operations 3500 E Donald St, Waterloo (319) 292-7668 visitjohndeere.com
Tours: Mon-Fri at 8am, 10am, and 1pm Builds 6R, 7R, 8R/8RT, and 9R/9RT Series Tractors. Watch as tractors are assembled, painted and made ready for the field. Reservations recommended as tours fill up. Same restriction as Engine Works.
National Cattle Congress
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-7515 nationalcattlecongress.com
National Cattle Congress offers venues and activities for all ages and types of events. NCC offers agricultural events, monster trucks, concerts, ballroom dancing, and other types of entertainment.
Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area Main Office: 604 Lafayette St, Ste. 202, Waterloo (319) 234-4567 silosandsmokestacks.org
From dairy farms and museums to vineyards and tractor assembly plants, the story of American agriculture is brought to life at more than 100 sites and attractions in this 37-county region of Northeast Iowa. Silos is an affiliated area of the National Park Service.
Amusements
Adrenaline X Laser Tag
4051 University Ave, Waterloo (319) 939-7279 adrenalinexparty.com
Hours: Wed-Thurs 3-9pm; Fri 3-10pm; Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11am-7pm Indoor and mobile laser tag.
Escape Cedar Valley
115 E 4th St, Ste. 101, Cedar Falls (319) 290-7498 escapecedarvalley.com
Be part of the action and experience a thrilling, interactive and immersive experience that will have you working together to complete your mission.
Get Air Waterloo
3729 University Ave, Waterloo (319) 462-7132 getairwaterloo.com Indoor trampoline park.
Hick’s Place
6658 Pashby Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 504-2883 hicksplace.biz
Hick’s Place offers a variety of unique outdoor adventure experiences designed to bring families and other groups together to enjoy the wonder of Mother Nature.
Palmers Family Fun
1666 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo (319) 232-9384 palmersfamilyfun.com
Hours vary by season Go-karts, miniature golf, batting cages, and driving range.
Thorp Family Fun
2720 Lackland Dr, Waterloo (319) 883-8806 thorpfamilyfun.com
Hours: Mon-Thurs 9am-7pm, Fri-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm Indoor inflatable park and outdoor rentals available.
Tilt Family Entertainment Center
2060 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo (319) 287-5135 shopcrossroadscenter.com Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-9pm; Sun Noon-6pm Arcade games and black light miniature golf.
Bowling
Cadillac Xtreme Bowling Center (XBC) 650 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 234-6888 cadillacxbc.com
Maple Lanes Bowling Center
House Bolton Arcade
2608 University Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-1414 maplelaneswaterloo.com
Old school arcade filled with all your favorites - Pac man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, etc.
Casino/ GamblinG
110 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 239-1944
KW Paintball
1734 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo (319) 230-2213 kwpaintball.com
Hours: Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 12:30-5pm Five playing fields and paintball equipment available.
Lost Island Adventure Park 2225 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo (319) 233-8414 thelostisland.com
Located at Lost Island Waterpark, Manaleo’s Speedway is one of the longest go-kart tracks in the Midwest. Two challenging 18-hole, tropical-themed miniature golf courses offer hours of fun.
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo (319) 833-4753 theislewaterloo.com
Offering exciting gaming action, comfortable hotel accommodations, delicious food, and a hotspot for cocktails. The casino features 950 slots including more than 75 video poker machines, 27 table games, live poker tables, three restaurants, a bakery, resort pool, and meeting and event space.
Movie Theatres
College Square Theatre
6301 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 433-1166 marcustheatres.com
Crossroads Theatre
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Museums
Behrens-Rapp Filling Station and Visitor Information 1st and Clay Sts, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5149 cfhistory.org
Hours: May-Oct 8am-8pm This authentic 1925 filling station serves as an information center for visitors.
Bluedorn Science Imaginarium
322 Washington St, Waterloo (319) 234-6357 groutmuseumdistrict.org
Hours: Tues-Sat 9am-5pm A playground for the imagination, this interactive science center provides fun, hands-on exhibits that demonstrate how science affects everyday life. Visitors may also enjoy a science demonstration.
Grout Museum of History & Science 503 South St, Waterloo (319) 234-6357 groutmusuemdistrict.org
Hours: Tues-Sat 9am-5pm The Grout Museum of History & Science’s history collection focuses on the period from 1833, when Iowa was opened for settlement, to the present.
Ice House Museum
121 Center St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5149 cfhistory.org
Hours: May-Mid-Oct Wed 1-4pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 1-4pm Built in 1921, this circular building once stored ice cut from the Cedar River. The museum now features interactive displays that tell the ice harvesting story and show how the Cedar River shaped business, culture, and daily life in Cedar Falls.
John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 500 Westfield Ave, Waterloo (319) 292-6126 visitjohndeere.com
Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun Noon-4pm The John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum highlights the history and contribution of John Deere Waterloo Works in the rich history of both John Deere and the Cedar Valley through its 100-year history in Waterloo.
things to do things to do Little Red Schoohouse Museum 205 W 1st St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5149 cfhistory.org
Hours: May-Mid-Oct Wed, Sat, & Sun 1-4pm From the slate blackboard to the potbellied stove, this 1909 schoolhouse recalls a time when siblings and neighboring children gathered to learn.
National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum 303 Jefferson St, Waterloo (319) 233-0745 nwhof.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Weekends by appointment The museum features Olympic, collegiate and professional wrestling history and honors Waterloo native Dan Gable, 1972 Olympic Gold Medalist.
Phelps Youth Pavilion
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
Hours: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm, The Youth Pavilion is an interactive children’s museum featuring over 40 hands-on exhibits related to art and culture. Exhibits feature experiences that take kids around the world.
Rensselaer Russell House Museum 520 W 3rd St, Waterloo (319) 234-6357 groutmuseumdistrict.org
Hours: Open by appointment only Completed in 1861, this lovely brick structure is one of the oldest homes in Black Hawk County. Visitors will step into an authentic Victorian interior that includes some original family belongings.
Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum 503 South St, Waterloo (319) 234-6357 groutmuseumdistrict.org
Hours: Tues-Sat 9am-5pm The Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum honors all Iowans who served the nation from the Civil War to the present. The collection, preservation and interpretation of their stories and artifacts are the core mission of the museum.
UNI Museum
Rod Library, UNI, Cedar Falls (319) 273-2838 museum/library.uni.edu
Hours: Mon-Thurs 7am-Midnight; Fri 7am-7pm; Sat 10am-5pm; Sun Noon-Midnight This museum collection includes public records that document one-room schools in Iowa and items relating to Biology, Geology, History and World Cultures and Anthropology.
Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum 308 W 3rd St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5149 cfhistory.org
Hours: Feb-Dec Tues-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 1-4pm This 1832 Italianate-style home is filled with furnishings, photographs, and everyday objects from the 1880-1900's. The Carriage House addition features a kids’ corner, the Lenoir Model Railroad, and the 2018 special exhibition, “Bear Whistles, Butterchurns, and Beyond.”
Performing Arts
Black Hawk Children's Theatre
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 235-0367 (business office) (319) 291-4494 (box office) wcpbhct.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm BHCT presents four productions each year based on classical literature, bringing popular children’s books to life on stage. The organization also offers classes, camps, and the Junior Players Theatre Troupe.
Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center University of Northern Iowa 8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-4TIX (4849) (877) 549-SHOW (7469) gbpac.com
This on-campus center features three performance halls, seating up to 1,680 in the Great Hall. Over 150 performances take place each year, including student productions, the wcfsymphony, and national and international touring performers and shows.
Hawkeye Community College 1501 E Orange Rd, Waterloo (319) 296-4464 hawkeyecollege.edu
Hawkeye Community College presents its annual Artists Series, ‘Hawkeye Celebrates the Arts’, which features music and theatre performances.
Lampost Theatre & Coffee Co. 204 W Seerley Blvd, Cedar Falls (319) 277-8034 lampost.com
Hours: Open Mon-Sat Performing nationally since 1980, Lampost Theatre Co. creates a unique and delightful theatrical experience. Comedy, music, variety, and major productions are performed throughout the year.
Oster Regent Theatre 103 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) APPLAUD (277-5283) osterregent.com
This 500-seat theatre, originally built in 1910, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It houses a resident theatre company that produces five plays annually and hosts a variety of other performances.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony
Located in the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center 8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-3373 For tickets: (319) 273-4TIX (4849) (877) 549-SHOW (7469) wcfsymphony.org
wcfsymphony features a series of orchestral performances every year that go beyond traditional symphony concert performances, offering both traditional orchestral favorites as well as innovative programming.
Waterloo Community Playhouse
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 235-0367 (business office) (319) 291-4494 (box office) wcpbhct.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm WCP is one of the state’s oldest community organizations, with 100 years in its history of offering live theatre. WCP presents six professional-quality performances each year, including the summer musical and holiday shows.
Public gardens
RiverLoop Amphitheatre and Arts Mall
Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens
Located on the Cedar River, the RiverLoop Amphitheatre is utilized for performances, celebrations and festivals. The Amphitheatre features seating for up to 1,200.
Hours: May 1-Oct 31 Mon-Sat 9am-7pm, Sun 11am-7pm; Nov 1-April 30 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 40 acres of beauty to explore featuring an award-winning Children’s Garden, 4 acre Butterfly Meadow, Rose Garden, stunning daylily and hosta collections, unique Mosaicultures and a oneacre Master Gardener’s Orchard.
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
Theatre UNI
University of Northern Iowa 23rd & Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 273-6381 uni.edu
Plays, musicals, theater for youth, and staged readings are presented by UNI drama students and visiting artists.
UNI School of Music
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls (319) 273-2028 uni.edu
More than 200 annual musical performances, including band, orchestra, choral, chamber, and solo concerts are performed by students, faculty and visiting artists.
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1927 E Orange Rd, Waterloo (319) 226-4966 cedarvalleyarboretum.org
Tallgrass Prairie Center 2412 W 27th St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-2238 tallgrassprairiecenter.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Prairie plantings and landscaping offer an excellent visual display of Iowa’s prairie heritage with a panorama of changing color of native flowers from May – September.
UNI Botanical Center McCollum Science Hall, UNI Campus, Cedar Falls (319) 273-2247 uni.edu
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, Guided tours available for groups by calling office The center consists of several greenhouses and outdoor gardens that beautifully showcase collections of water lilies, banana plants, lemon trees, cacti, and native plant life.
Spas
Capri College
2323 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo (319) 234-2600 capricollege.edu
d’vine Medical Spa
2515 Cyclone Dr, Waterloo (319) 233-2000 dvinemedicalspa.com
Hartman Reserve Nature Center 657 Reserve Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2187 hartmanreserve.org
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm; Sun 1-5pm This 340-acre wooded reserve features lakes, valleys, prairies, and meadows teeming with wildlife. Six miles of trails provide ideal areas for running, hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
Kate & Co.
Public Art in the Cedar Valley
LaJames
6322 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2150
Cedar Falls and Waterloo both have active Public Art Committees passionate about the commission and installation of creative, thought-provoking works in public spaces throughout the community. Contact the Hearst Center for the Arts or Waterloo Center for the Arts.
Trio Salonspa
UNI Gallery of Art
Trails
6510 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 (800) 845-1955 cedarvalleytrails.org
The Cedar Valley’s recreational trail system offers over 106 miles of hard-surfaced trails configured in a series of loops. It features a variety of experiences from peaceful wooded areas along lakes and streams to attractions located in our vibrant, historic downtown districts. The system also includes a portion that is groomed for cross country skiing during the winter months, single track trails for mountain biking and water trails for paddling.
June 15-16, 2018 Friday Noon - 8 pm and Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
304 W Seerley Blvd, Cedar Falls (319) 273-8641 thehearst.org
223 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 268-0772 jivasalonspa.com
Cedar Valley Trails
Cedar Falls, Iowa | West 23rd and College
Visual Arts
Jiva
3850 Hammond Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-2691 trio-salonspa.com
College Hill Arts Festi Festival
Hearst Center for the Arts and Sculpture Garden
Hours: Tues & Thurs 10am-9pm; Wed & Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 1-4pm From its permanent collection, started by farmer poet James Hearst, to its regional, national, and international exhibitions and classes, the Hearst Center offers a fresh, unique perspective on the arts.
200 State St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-7517 kateandcompanycf.com
Join us for the
Kamerick Art Building, Hudson Rd and W 27th St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-3095 uni.edu
Hours: During academic year – MonThurs 10am-7pm; Fri Noon-5pm, Sat by appointment Rotating exhibitions provide visitors with an opportunity to view a wide range of artwork by contemporary artists as well as selections from the UNI Permanent Art Collection.
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things to do things to do
Incredible Art & Experiences
creative activities The following places offer a variety of creative classes and workshops. Please visit their website or Facebook page for a complete list of activities and registration information. For additional creative classes and workshops, check out the Hearst Center for the Arts (thehearst.org) and Waterloo Center for the Arts (waterloocenterforthearts.org).
Cedar Valley Art & Wine
225 Commercial Street, Downtown Waterloo | 319.291.4490
Free Galleries | Permanent Collection Guided Tours | Phelps Youth Pavilion Riverloop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza Gift Store | Mark’s Park
SUPPORTED IN PART BY A CITY OF WATERLOO HOTEL-MOTEL TAX GRANT
Waterloo Center for the Arts
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
Hours: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1-5pm WCA features art galleries that showcase traveling exhibits, an impressive collection of Midwest, American Decorative, Folk, and the largest public collection of Haitian art in the world. WCA is also home to the Phelps Youth Pavilion and Laughing Tree Café.
Waterpark & SpLash PaD
307 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 939-4356 cedarvalleyartandwine.com
Lost Island Waterpark
CRAZY QUILT SHOP
Hours: June-Aug (dates depend on school calendar) 10:30am-6:30pm Relax and enjoy the island magic of a tropical paradise. Lost Island is Iowa’s largest waterpark! The park features 14 major slides, lazy river, wave pool, 3 children’s play areas, gift shop, and great food. Most areas wheelchair accessible.
707 W 1st St, Cedar Falls (319) 277-1360
Fig & Frolic
114 E 5th St, Cedar Falls (319) 231-5140 figandfrolic.com
Hatchlings & Hens
602 State St, Cedar Falls (319) 610-3223 hatchlingsandhens.com
2225 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo (319) 233-8414 thelostisland.com
Mark’s Park
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org Hours: Open seasonally Sun-Sat 9am-9pm Mark’s Park offers a familyfriendly splash pad park and playground area located by the RiverLoop Amphitheatre.
Zoo
Sunrise Children’s Zoo
National Cattle Congress Grounds, 257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-4110 Hours: June-Sept Tues-Thurs 11am-7pm; Fri-Sat 11am-6pm; Sun Noon-4pm This zoo features a variety of farm animals.
KITCHEN ESSENTIALS AND GIFTS
212 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 277-7933 kitchenessentialsandgifts.com
Three Pines Farm
9611 Wagner Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 404-2942 threepinesfarm.org
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Cedar Falls Community Theatre celebrates over 100 years producing a wide variety of plays, concerts, and comedy in the historic landmark of the Oster Regent Theatre. Evening and matinee performances. 103 Main Street • 319-277-5283 (319-APP-LAUD) www.osterregent.org
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Gran Fondo
Cedar Valley SportsPlex
Jet Skiing on the Cedar River
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Facilities
Birdsall Memorial Park 3205 W 12th St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-8636 cedarfalls.com
Birdsall Park features five diamonds, bleachers, concession stand, and ample parking.
Black Hawk Tennis Club
1005 Black Hawk Rd, Waterloo (319) 232-7512 blackhawktennis.com
This club has 6 indoor and 6 outdoor tennis courts and features seating for 350 people. It is close to Byrnes Park Tennis Center offering an ideal two-site tennis complex for larger events.
Byrnes Park Tennis Center 1101 Campbell Ave, Waterloo (319) 291-4491 waterlooleisureservices.org
This is one of the premier tennis complexes in all of the Midwest, with 16 courts, lights, scoreboards, court signage and tournament facilities.
Cedar Falls Recreation Center 110 E 13th St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-8636 cedarfalls.com
Fitness and recreation facility with gymnasiums, track, racquetball courts, steam rooms, sauna, locker rooms, child care, game room for kids, exercise room with free weights and machines. Day passes are available for visitors.
Cedar Valley Soccer Complex 3238 Dewitt Rd, Waterloo cedarvalleysoccerclub.org
This complex boasts 11 full-size fields, 2 of which are lighted, and 4 practice fields.
Cedar Valley SportsPlex 300 Jefferson St, Waterloo (319) 291-0165 cvsportsplex.org
This fitness and recreation facility offers a pool, indoor field house, gymnasium, running track, golf simulator and weight/fitness room. Day passes available.
Cost Cutters Field at Riverfront Stadium
850 Park Rd, Waterloo (319) 232-0500 waterloobucks.com waterlooleisureservices.org
This 5,000 seat stadium has been home to baseball since 1946 and is also home to the Waterloo Bucks.
The Falls Aquatic Center 3025 S Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-8468 cedarfalls.com
The Falls features leisure pool areas as well as competitive swimming and diving facilities. Zero-depth entry, slides, 8-lane lap pool, and water features enhance the 25,000 square feet of pools.
Full Count Sports Academy 3561 University Ave, Waterloo (319) 232-6548 fullcountsportsacademy.com Pro-turf indoor baseball and softball training facility.
Hoing-Rice Softball Complex 1061 Josephine St, Waterloo (319) 233-4557 waterloosoftball.com
This complex is made up of six lighted, competitive softball/ baseball diamonds and is home to the Waterloo Softball Association.
McLeod Center
2501 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (877) 216-DOME | (319) 273-4tix unipanthers.com
This facility seats approximately 6,500 and is connected to the UNIDome. It is home to UNI Panthers men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball as well as several other special events.
National Cattle Congress
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-7515 nationalcattlecongress.com
The NCC facilities are home to all types of agricultural and livestock shows, concerts, tractor pulls, motocross, and tradeshows throughout the year.
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South Hills 1830 East Shaulis Road Waterloo, IA 50701 (319) 291-4268
things do sports to & recreation Riverfront Sports Park at Cedar River Exchange Park Park Rd & Burton Ave, Waterloo waterlooleisureservices.org
This complex features six youth baseball/softball diamonds and two T-ball diamonds. The complex offers permanent restrooms, concessions, picnic shelters, and considerable parking
UNI-Dome
2401 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (877) 216-DOME | (319) 273-4tix unipanthers.com
This 16,400 seat, 78,000 sq. ft. multi-purpose venue hosts several athletic events, including UNI Panthers football, indoor track and field programs, Iowa High School Football Playoffs, and numerous other events, concerts and trade shows.
UNI Tennis Complex
2000 Campus St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-4768 unipanthers.com
This shared facility has 9 lit courts with 2 having pickleball lines and 1 with youth tennis lines.
UNI Wellness/Recreation Center 2301 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 273-6275 UNI Outdoors (319) 273-7163 unipanthers.com
This 244,000 sq. ft. facility includes 10 basketball or volleyball courts, 2 swimming pools, climbing wall, weight equipment, and classroom space.
Waterloo Dekhockey
460 Jefferson St, Waterloo (319) 215-7072 waterloodekhockey.com
Dekhockey is a form of off-ice, non-contact hockey played on foot, using a ball, in a rink with a sport court surface. The rink is located in the RiverLoop Expo Plaza.
Young Arena
125 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4300 waterlooleisureservices.org
This arena, home to the Waterloo Black Hawks hockey team, seats 3,000 spectators for events on its Olympic-sized sheet of ice. Other events include wrestling tournaments, concerts and figure skating shows.
Golf
Cedar Valley Golf Center
1850 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo (319) 236-1010 cedarvalleygolfcenter.com
Gates Park - 18 Hole
820 E Donald St, Waterloo (319) 291-4485 golfgatespark.com
Irv Warren Memorial 18 Hole
1000 Fletcher Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-9271 golfirvwarren.com
Pheasant Ridge Municipal 18 Hole 3205 W 12th St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-8266 pheasantridgegolfcourse.com
South Hills – 18 Hole
1830 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo (319) 291-4268 golfsouthhills.com
Walters Ridge – 9 Hole
3205 W 12th St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-8266 pheasantridgegolfcourse.com
Horseback Riding
Boy Scouts Camp Ingawanis 2482 Grand Ave, Waverly (319) 234-2867 winnebagobsa.org
Spring and Fall, weekends only, reservations required. Pay at time of reservation.
Hunting, Shooting & Archery
Black Hawk County Parks & Wildlife Areas (319) 433-7275 blackhawkcountyparks.com
The Black Hawk County Conservation Board oversees many areas, all within a 35-mile radius of central Cedar Falls/Waterloo, covering roughly 3,600 acres of public hunting. The variety of terrain offers ideal grounds of hunting white tailed deer, turkey, waterfowl, and game birds. There are shotgun and bow hunting areas, archery and shooting ranges, and trap shooting within some areas of the parks.
Cedar Falls Gun Club
6138 Cedar Wapsi Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 987-2141 cedarfallsgunclub.com Hours: Open to public Thurs & Sat
Home of the Iowa State Trap Shoot, the club offers six trap fields, one practice trap, voice calls, pat traps, four lighted fields, and two skeet fields. Ammunition available on site, but no firearm rentals.
Izaak Walton
5519 E Washburn Rd, Washburn waterlooizaakwalton.org
A number of different target presentations on one or two lighted regulations fields are available. Check the website for hours of operation and presentations and shooting game options.
Ice Skating
Gateway Park
Lincoln & Main Sts, Cedar Falls (319) 273-8624 Outdoor skating rink, weather permitting.
Young Arena
125 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4335 waterlooleisureservices.org
Public indoor skating and skate rentals.
Motorsports
Cedar Falls Motorsports Park 7227 Waverly Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 987-2537 (track) (319) 899-1905 (office) racecfmp.com
This historic quarter-mile drag strip features NHRA drag racing every Friday and Saturday night. CFMP is host to a large variety of events for all levels of racing or watching. Open April through October.
National Cattle Congress
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-7515 nationalcattlecongress.com
The NCC offers outdoor motocross May through September and indoor go carts, as well.
Riverview Recreation Area 2521 Kenyon Ave, Waterloo (319) 291-4370 waterlooleisureservices.org trailblazersoffroadclub.com
Riverview Recreation Area is one of few sanctioned OHV (Off Highway Vehicle) parks in Iowa, and one of even fewer located in an urban setting. This 18-acre park features
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2 MX tracks, a flat track, and many miles of ATV trails for public use.
Snowmobile Trails (515) 281-5918 iowadnr.gov
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources maintains many miles of snowmobile trails in and around the Cedar Valley area.
Spectator sporTS
Cedar Valley CourtKings cvcourtkings.com
The Cedar Valley CourtKings is a minor league professional basketball franchise, which is part of the new 11-team Midwest Basketball League. They play their home games at the Cedar Valley SportsPlex in downtown Waterloo.
Cedar Valley Roller Derby cvrollerderby.com
The Push-Up Brawlers are an allfemale flat track roller derby team.
UNI Panthers
University of Northern Iowa UNI-Dome and McLeod Center Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 273-2470 unipanthers.com
The University of Northern Iowa offers 15 sports (men’s and women’s combined) including basketball, wrestling, volleyball, football, and softball. Schedules and additional information about Panthers sports is available online.
Waterloo Black Hawks Hockey Young Arena, 125 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 232-3444 (319) 291-7680 (ticket office) waterlooblackhawks.com
The Waterloo Black Hawks are a member of the United States Hockey League, bringing the best high school players to prepare them for NCAA or professional careers. The Black Hawks play a 30-game home schedule at Young Arena, beginning in September.
Waterloo Bucks Baseball Riverfront Stadium 850 Park Rd, Waterloo (319) 232-5633 waterloobucks.com
The Bucks are members of the Northwoods League, a college wood bat, summer baseball league. The Bucks play their games at Cost Cutters Field at historic Riverfront Stadium. The season runs from late May through mid-August.
Sport Rental Equipment
Bike Tech
There’s no app for this. TourisT ATTrAcTion of The YeAr AwArd winner 2016
217 Washington St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5979 biketechcf.com Bicycles and bicycle repair.
Crawdaddy Outdoors
207 E Bremer Ave, Waverly (319) 352-9129 crawdaddyoutdoors.com
Canoes, kayaks, boating and camping equipment, backpacks, snowshoes, and cross-country skis and poles.
Europa Cycle and Ski 4302 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-0734 europacycle.com
Cross-country skis and snowshoes.
Maxx Rentals
3659 Wyth Rd, Waterloo (319) 961-6232 maxxrentals.com
Renting kayaks, paddle boards, pedal boats, canoes, swimming mats, and lake and river tubes. Concessions, campfire wood, ice, and bait also available.
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40 acres of stunning gardens and nature for the whole family to enjoy. With an award-winning children's garden, fun gnome scavenger hunt and unique plant sculptures; people of all ages are sure to leave the Arboretum feeling more connected to nature. 1927 East Orange Rd. Waterloo, IA 50701 319.226.4966
UNI Wellness & Recreation Services Rental 2301 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 273-7163 unipanthers.com
Canoes and trailers, kayaks, cross-country skis, roller blades, snowshoes, tents, and camping equipment.
Waterloo Bicycle Works
316 W 3rd St, Ste. 2, Waterloo (319) 830-5631 Bicycle rental and repair.
Water Sports
Waterhawks Ski Shows
100 Waterhawk Rd, Evansdale waterhawks.org
Thrilling team water skiing shows take place every week throughout the summer on the beautiful waters of Eagle Lake.
ASPIRE Therapeutic Riding Program
provides benefits to individuals with disabilities through animal-assisted activities and outreach programs, primarily through partnership with horses. ASPIRE offers Therapeutic Riding Lessons, Horsemanship Programs, Miniature Horse Visits, Day Camp, Miniature Horse Camp, Programs with residential treatment facilities, Veterans Program, Field Trips and hosts several special events. Volunteers are the heart of our program and ASPIRE welcomes volunteers from age 14 and up. Please visit us at: www.aspiretrp.org Email: info@aspiretrp.org Phone: 319-296-964 Find us on
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ACRES
fishing
Cross-country skiing
camping
boat ramp
hockey / ice skating
picnic areas
tennis
restrooms
trails/hiking access
playground
shelter
swimming
ball diamond
handicap accessible
Cedar Falls City Parks
(319) 273-8624 37 municipal parks | cedarfalls.com
Birdsall Park
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3205 W 12 St 5 ball diamonds and concession stand.
Camping
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Cedar Falls Skate Park
Seerley & Grove Sts Fenced concrete area with grind rail, half pyramid with ledge, quarter pipes grind box, and fly box with ledge.
Central Park
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The Falls Aquatic Center Park
3025 S Main St Water slides, three-meter platform, diving board, lazy river, zero-depth entry area, lap pool area, basketball, and volleyball.
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Gateway Park
Lincoln & Main Sts Trailhead, two shelters, ice skating, roller blading, and kayaking.
Island Park
Center St Beach, volleyball and riverfront.
Lookout Park
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Park & Mandalay Drs Three play areas and basketball.
Orchard Hill Park
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McClain & Primrose Drs Basketball and tennis.
Overman Park
W 2nd between Clay & Franklin Sts Band shell and home to municipal band concerts, Movies Under the Moon, and many community gatherings.
Paw Park
S Main St & Hwy 58 Overpass Leashless dog exercise area.
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Pfeiffer Spring Park
Grand Blvd & Birch St Trailhead, basketball, Krieg’s Crossing trail bridge, ball diamonds, and concession stand.
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trails/hiking access B – Biking H – Hiking N – Nature P – Paddling
CrossBall Country Diamond Skiing
swimming P – Pool S – Supervised W – Waterslide
Hockey/ Ice Handicap Skating Restrooms Shelters Accessible
things do sports to & recreation Prairie Lakes Park
Viking & Hudson Rds Visitor Center, floating fishing platform, trailhead, sledding, birdwatching, and prairie animal silhouettes.
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Sturgis Park
W 1st St Between Main & Franklin Sts Ice House Museum, Rapp Station Visitor Information Center, Little Red Schoolhouse Museum, gazebo, river promenade, sculpture and band shell.
Tondro Pray Bike Park
E Main & N Logan Sts Soft trails for BMX and MTB bicycle enthusiasts.
Tourist Park
Center & Franklin Sts Disc golf course and riverfront.
Ulrich Park
3300 Skyview Dr Riverfront.
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Veteran’s Memorial Park
Waterloo Rd & 14th St Veterans Memorial, Freedom Rock, flower gardens, and memorial bricks.
Washington Park
E End 9th St Disc golf, trails, and playground.
Waterloo City Parks
(319) 291-4370 52 municipal parks | waterlooleisureservices.org
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Camping
Picnic Areas
Trails/ Hiking Access Swimming Fishing
Byrnes Park
Campbell & Fletcher Aves Basketball, handball, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball, golf course, 16 tennis courts, and swimming pool.
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Gates Park
820 E Donald St Golf course, basketball, rugby field, ball diamonds, and swimming pool.
Hope Martin Park
Fletcher Ave & Hwy 63 Open play area and nature area.
Lafayette Park
Lafayette & Vinton Sts Basketball and multi-purpose game field.
Tennis
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Katoski Greenbelt
West of Hwy 63 Access at N Ansborough & Ridgeway Ave, Martin, Ranchero & Shaulis Rds Prairie reconstruction and Black Hawk Creek access.
Boat Ramp
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Cedar River/Exchange Park
Park Rd & Burton Ave Disc golf, sand volleyball, riverside skate park, football field, stunt bikes, ball diamonds, concession stand, Riverfront Stadium, and Waterloo Boathouse.
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CrossBall Country Diamond Skiing
Hockey/ Ice Handicap Skating Restrooms Shelters Accessible
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Lincoln Park
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E 4th & Mulberry Sts Downtown event park.
Pat Bowlsby Dog Park
Ansborough Ave & Hwy 63 Leashless dog park and water fountain for dogs and owners.
Riverview Recreation Area
2521 Kenyon Ave State sanctioned OHV vehicles, two MX tracks, flat track, and snowmobiles.
Sherwood Park Recreation Area
Greenhill Rd & Greenwood Ave
Sullivan Park
E 4th & Adams Sts Basketball and Five Sullivan Brothers Memorial.
Valley View Park
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Washington Park
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Maynard Ave & Letsch Rd Trailhead, disc golf, and nature areas.
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Evansdale City Park
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1501 E Lake St, Cedar Falls 3 cabins, 55 full RV hookup sites, 16 electric sites, and 16 rustic sites. Wireless internet, access to Big Woods Lake, disc golf, Rotary restored prairie area, and educational exhibits.
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2410 W Lone Tree Rd, Cedar Falls 21 full RV hookup sites, 189 electric sites, and 30 rustic sites. Rifle and archery range and access to Cedar River.
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657 Reserve Dr, Cedar Falls Lodge and Interpretive Center currently closed for renovations. Hiking, snowshoeing and skiing trails are open.
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13619 King Rd, La Porte City 1 cabin, 50 electric sites, and 40 rustic sites.
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Historic downtown Cedar Falls is an awardwinning vibrant arts and entertainment district, featuring restaurants, live music venues, special shops, recreational trails, and historic attractions along a gorgeous winding parkade. cedarfallsdowntown.com
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Industrial Park
Located near the intersection of Highways 20 and 58 in Cedar Falls, this fast-growing retail area offers a number of restaurants, specialty shops, hotels, big box retailers and trails. cedarfalls.com
Crossroads Area
Located near the intersection of Highways 218 and 20 in Waterloo, Crossroads shopping area features major retail stores as well as local businesses, restaurants, and entertainment venues, all of which surround the Crossroads Mall. shopcrossroadscenter.com
College Square Area
Located along the newly constructed University Avenue, the College Square Mall and surrounding retail area offers a wide variety of shops, boutiques, restaurants and other services. collegesquare.com
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College Hill is full of life and home to several new businesses as well as many that have called this area home for quite some time. Located near the UNI campus, this unique neighborhood offers a variety of retail shops, services, eateries, and nightlife. collegehillpartnership.org
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Kimball Ridge
Located at the corner of Kimball and Ridgeway Avenues in Waterloo, Kimball Ridge provides area residents a variety of stores, pharmacies, restaurants and other service providers.
Antiques and Repurpose Shops
The Cedar Valley offers many options when it comes to browsing for that perfect antique, vintage or repurposed item. You can spend the day exploring unique shops in both downtown districts as well as surrounding areas. Barn Happy
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11310 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 266-0888
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1022 Alabar Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-1266
215 Franklin St, Cedar Falls (319) 215-2088
114 W 5th St, Cedar Falls (319) 231-5140
3605 N Union Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 266-3315
115 W 16th St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5152
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206 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 240-5060
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Agricultural Adventures
Experience life on the farm. Big green tractors and engines. Beautiful barns and sprawling gardens. Enjoy an agricultural adventure in the Cedar Valley.
Day 2 See even more big green machines at John Deere Engine Works and John Deere Tractor Cab Assembly Operations. Both facilities offer free, trolley tours with guides taking you through each stage of the manufacturing process. Watch as tractors are assembled, painted and made ready for the fields. And, be sure to visit the Deere Crossing gift shop for apparel, gifts and more. visitjohndeere.com
Begin your day and fuel up with breakfast at Morg’s Diner. A Waterloo staple since 1960, this locally-owned diner offers handmade hash browns and some of the biggest pancakes in Iowa. But, make sure you arrive early because this place is a favorite among the locals and often fills up fast.
Enjoy a farm-to-table dining experience at the Farmer’s Pick Buffet. They partner with local farmers and regional growers to bring you the freshest and most flavorful foods. You’ll find over 80 delicious items to choose from, including their amazing Simply Yummy desserts. theislewaterloo.com
Discover the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum, where you’ll learn about the history of tractor and engine design and manufacturing at John Deere, specifically in the Cedar Falls-Waterloo area. In addition to the interactive exhibits and galleries, you’ll find an impressive array of John Deere tractors and memorabilia on display. visitjohndeere.com
Relax, unwind and escape to an oasis of natural beauty at the Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. From mosaicultures to stunning daylily displays, you’ll find thousands of flowers and plants to explore at this 40-acre site. Visit their Welcome Center or take a walk through one of their many gardens. cedarvalleyarboretum.org
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Next, explore the historic Ice House Museum. Built in 1921, this unique round building once stored ice cut from the Cedar River. Learn about the ice harvesting story and how the Cedar River shaped business, culture and daily life in Cedar Falls. cfhistory.org Grab a bite to eat and experience a slice of Iowa at Barn Happy, a family-owned restaurant located in a great old dairy barn built in 1925. Open March through December, Barn Happy offers made-from-scratch soups, sandwiches and pastries. Make sure you save room for one of their delicious homemade baked goodies...you won’t be disappointed. Stay awhile and explore an array of antiques, Iowa gifts and specialty foods. barnhappy.net End the day with a visit to Hansen’s Dairy, a seventh generation family farm in nearby Hudson. Tour the dairy farm, meet the kangaroos, and see exactly where Hansen’s milk and other products come from. Or, stop by one of their local stores for some of their yummy, old-fashioned ice cream treats. hansendairy.com
Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens Cap the day off with dinner and drinks at Basal Pizza. This isn’t your ordinary pizzeria though. Basal Pizza features wood-fired pizza, salads and sandwiches, local craft beers and more in a fun and fresh environment. basalpizza.com
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Family Fun
Take a road trip with the family. Thrilling rides and waterslides. Outdoor adventures and sports. Discover fun for the whole family in the Cedar Valley.
Wrap up your day of fun with a trip to Rudy’s Tacos. A local favorite, this eclectic and retro Mexican restaurant offers a unique dining experience. From Mucho Nachos to homemade guacamole, Rudy’s serves up the freshest and finest ingredients. And, you can’t miss the more than 100 marionettes on display. rudystacos.com
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Explore the great outdoors at Hartman Reserve Nature Center in Cedar Falls. This 340-acre wooded isle features forest, wetland and prairie habitats, and a variety of opportunities to connect with nature. Visit their Interpretive Center which houses displays and exhibits or step outside onto one of the many connecting paths and trails. hartmanreserve.org
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Start your day with a visit to downtown Waterloo’s two children’s museums. The Bluedorn Science Imaginarium is a three-floor interactive science center with over 80 hands-on exhibits that demonstrate how science affects everyday life. The Imaginarium is also home to numerous animals like a Burmese python named Athena, bearded dragon, turtle and more. Just a few blocks away is the Phelps Youth Pavilion, a museum filled with creative, hands-on experiences and over 40 interactive exhibits. Learning about art and culture has never been so much fun! groutmuseumdistrict.org | waterloocenterforthearts.org
Next, head downtown and hit the Cedar Valley Trails with the family. From biking to cross-country skiing, the trails offer a variety of experiences for the entire family all year long. In addition to over 106 miles of hard-surfaced trails, the Cedar Valley is also home to an extensive network of water trails. cedarvalleytrails.org Stop for lunch, just off the trail system at Doughy Joey’s Peetza-Joynt. Known for their signature soups and salads, baked subs, pasta dishes, and New York and Chicago-style pizzas, Doughy Joey’s is family-owned and operated, and the perfect place to grab dinner with the family. Plus, there is plenty of patio seating available as well. doughyjoeysiowa.com
Enjoy lunch with the kiddos at Newton’s Paradise Café. This café is located in the heart of downtown Waterloo and was once home to a jewelry store. Their menu features fresh, locally-sourced food and a variety of kid-friendly options, including breakfast all day long. Or, grab a seat on their outdoor patio. newtonscafe.com Experience exciting rides and thrills at Iowa’s largest waterpark – Lost Island. Open June through August, this tropical paradise is one of Trip Advisor’s “Top 15 Water Parks” in the country and features a lazy river, waterslides and wave pool. Rides like Wailua Kupua, one of only a handful of hydromagnetic water coasts in the world, are a must. Outside the park, families can play a round of mini-golf or take a spin around one of the longest go-kart tracks in the Midwest. thelostisland.com
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Chocolaterie Stam Chocolaterie Stam sells a variety of fanciful creations, including gourmet bonbons, Italian gelato and coffees. Step inside this cozy shop and experience their melt in your mouth chocolates. Or, visit locally-grown Scratch Cupcakery for one of their delectable and delicious cupcakes. Offering over 20 different flavors of cupcakes daily, Scratch is sure to make you smile. But, if ice cream is more your flavor, check out 4 Queens Dairy Cream for some of the best frozen treats in the Cedar Valley. stamchocolate.com | scratchcupcakery.com | 4queensdairycream.com Last, but certainly not least, complete your family getaway to the Cedar Valley with food, fun and a fantastic sports experience. From football to volleyball, to basketball and wrestling, join “TC” and his gang as they cheer on the University of Northern Iowa Panthers. Spend an evening at the ballpark watching the Waterloo Bucks baseball team, or head to Young Arena for some excitement on the ice with the Waterloo Black Hawks hockey team. unipanthers.com | waterloobucks.com | waterlooblackhawks.com
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Get Creative
Indulge in your creative side. Unique shops and boutiques. Artistic classes and performances. Get creative in the Cedar Valley.
Day 1 Start your day off with a cup of coffee from Cup of Joe. This one-of-a-kind espresso bar comes with a 1950s flair, fair-trade and organic coffee, local pastries and more. It’s a hot spot for locals and has been a cornerstone in downtown Cedar Falls for over 20 years. cupofjoe-cedarfalls.com Shop like a local in Downtown Cedar Falls. With more than 30 unique shops and boutiques, it’s a shopper’s delight! From vintage finds to home décor, to eclectic antiques and handcrafted jewelry, there’s truly something for everyone. Or, maybe you’d rather create something yourself. Stop into the Cedar Valley Art and Wine Shop or Hatchlings & Hens and take home your own masterpiece, or pop out to Three Pines Farm and learn a traditional craft. If you’re looking for lunch options, look no further. Downtown Cedar Falls is home to a wide range of delicious cafés and eateries. cedarfallsdowntown.com | cedarvalleyartandwine.com hatchlingsandhens.com | threepinesfarm.org
Waterloo Center for the Arts Engage in an array of unique and artful experiences at the Waterloo Center for the Arts. Featuring 11 art galleries, the Waterloo Center for the Arts showcases an impressive collection of Midwest, American Decorative, Folk, and the largest public collection of Haitian art in the world. Plus, they also offer a variety of classes and workshops, gift store and café. Enjoy homemade soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts indoors or outdoors on their patio overlooking the scenic Cedar River. waterloocenterforthearts.org Next, head over to Calico Hen House for a truly unique shopping experience. This shop offers a wide variety of antiques, collectibles, upcycled items and more from over 45 different vendors.
Travel just a few blocks to the Hearst Center for the Arts, which was once home to farmer-poet James Hearst. It’s now home to two art galleries, classes and workshops, a gift shop and sculpture garden. thehearst.org Dine in style at Montage, a popular downtown destination featuring award-winning wines and an amazing rooftop patio. Montage serves traditional Iowa favorites like steak and pasta, while offering gourmet delights with a collection of exotic flavors. And, be sure to save room for one of their decadent desserts like the chocolate souffle paired with homemade vanilla ice cream. montage-cf.com
wcfsymphony Catch a Broadway show or symphony concert at the beautiful Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, located on the University of Northern Iowa campus. Over 150 performances take place each year, including student productions, wcfsymphony, and national and international touring performers and shows. gbpac.com | wcfsymphony.org
Galleria de Paco Experience a spectacular dinner served under a magnificent replica of the Sistine Chapel ceiling at Galleria de Paco. Renowned artist, Paco Rosic, recreated Michelangelo’s masterpiece using 5,200 cans of Krylon spray paint. Before dinner, visit their lower level “The Catacomb Lounge” for one of their signature drinks. pacorosic.com Just blocks away is Hope Martin Theatre, home of the Waterloo Community Playhouse / Black Hawk Children’s Theatre. From musicals to holiday shows, this 100-year-old community theatre presents a variety of offerings for audiences of all ages. Sit back, relax and enjoy one of their outstanding performances. wcpbhct.org
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1990 Heath St, Waterloo (319) 226-2000 allencollege.edu
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HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1501 E Orange Rd, Waterloo (319) 296-2320 hawkeyecollege.edu
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Hawkeye Community College has seven area locations that house over 52 credit and continuing education programs, with the main campus being on the southern edge of Waterloo. The diverse curriculum offers specialized training geared toward business and industry. With over 6,200 students enrolled, HCC is one of the state’s leaders in higher education. Campus map located above.
The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university offers a full calendar of fine-and performing arts events, many of which take place in the acoustically outstanding Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. The GBPAC also hosts numerous national touring acts as part of its artist series. Panther athletics sponsors 15 varsity intercollegiate sports, 6 men’s programs, and 9 women’s programs. Campus map located on page 41.
UPPER IOWA UNIVERSITY 3563 University Ave, Waterloo (319) 232-6980 waterloo.uiu.edu
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HOTELS A
AmericInn Lodge & Suites
B
Baymont Inn & Suites
C
Best Western Plus
D E F B G H
5 6
5818 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls
7
1945 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
8
1614 Technology Pkwy, Cedar Falls
BlackHawk Hotel
9
115 Main St, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
BlackHawk Hotel MobileDigs
10
122 Washington St, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
Clarion Inn University Plaza
11
Comfort Inn & Suites
12
Comfort Suites
P
5826 University Ave, Cedar Falls 2011 La Porte Rd, Waterloo 7402 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls
Crossroads Center
2060 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo
Galleria de Paco
622 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Grout Museum of History & Science 503 South St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Hartman Reserve Nature Center 657 Reserve Dr, Cedar Falls
Hawkeye Community College 1501 E Orange Rd, Waterloo
Hearst Center for the Arts
304 W Seerley Blvd, Cedar Falls
Hope Martin Theatre
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Ice House Museum
1st & Clay Sts, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo
777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo
JOHN DEERE
Country Inn & Suites
2910 S Main St, Cedar Falls
Drivetrain Operations
Country Inn & Suites
13 400 Westfield Ave, Waterloo (see inset map)
Courtyard by Marriott
14 3801 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo
F
Days Inn
15 2000 Westfield Ave, Waterloo
K
Days Inn
I J
L M B B G
4025 Hammond Ave, Waterloo
Engine Works
250 Westfield Ave, Waterloo (see inset map)
Foundry Operations
5924 University Ave, Cedar Falls
16 Tractor Cab Assembly Operations 3500 E Donald St, Waterloo
450 Evansdale Dr, Evansdale
Tractor & Engine Museum
17 500 Westfield Ave, Waterloo (see inset map)
Days Inn & Suites
1809 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
18
Fairfield Inn & Suites
19
226 W 5th St, Waterloo (see inset map) 2134 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
20
Hampton Inn
2034 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
21
Hilton Garden Inn
7213 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls
Little Red Schoolhouse Museum
1st & Clay Sts, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
Lost Island Water Park
2225 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo
National Cattle Congress
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo
National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum
303 Jefferson St, Waterloo (see inset map)
B
Holiday Inn Express
N
Hotel 4th
O
Howard Johnson
P
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo
Q
JLL Extended Stay Inn
B
Motel 6
R
Motel 6
B
Quality Inn & Suites
S
Suburban Extended Stay
G
Super 8
26 2501 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls
L
Super 8
24 23rd St & Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls
22
2127 LaPorte Rd, Waterloo
11
205 W 4th St, Waterloo (see inset map) 3052 Marnie Ave, Waterloo 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo 4410 University Ave, Cedar Falls 2141 La Porte Rd, Waterloo 2343 Logan Ave, Waterloo
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Riverview Conference Center
7
Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum
4
503 South St, Waterloo (see inset map)
20
Sunrise Children's Zoo
24
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo 1227 W 27th St, Cedar Falls
8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls
7515 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls 1825 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
24
University Museum
Rod Library, UNI Campus, Cedar Falls
UNI Wellness & Recreation Center
800 W 4th St, Waterloo
26 2301 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls 27
Big Woods Lake Campground 1501 E Lake St, Cedar Falls
28
Riverview Conference Center 439 N Division St, Cedar Falls
29
Waterloo/Lost Island KOA
11
4550 Hess Rd, Waterloo
25
Antique Acres
Veterans Memorial Hall
655 Cedar St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum 308 W 3rd St, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Water & E 4th Sts, Waterloo (see inset map)
Waterloo Center for the Arts
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
wcfsymphony
8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls
SPORTS & RECREATION
7610 Waverly Rd, Cedar Falls
V
Bluedorn Science Imaginarium
30
322 Washington St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Big Woods Lake & Recreation Area 1501 E Lake St, Cedar Falls
Birdsall Park
3205 W 12th St, Cedar Falls
Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
31
Black Hawk Park
College Square Mall
32
Black Hawk Tennis Club
1927 E Orange Rd, Waterloo
6301 University Ave, Cedar Falls
38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52
2410 W Lone Tree Rd, Cedar Falls 1005 Black Hawk Rd, Waterloo
Byrnes Park Aquatic Center & Tennis Club Campbell & Fletcher Aves, Waterloo
Cadillac Lanes
650 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
Cedar Falls Gun Club
6138 Cedar Wapsi Rd, Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Motorsports Park
6200 W Bennington Rd, Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Recreation Center 110 E 13th St, Cedar Falls
Cedar Valley Golf Center
1850 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo
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300 Jefferson St, Waterloo (see inset map)
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The Falls Aquatic Center
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Gates Park Aquatic Center & Golf Course
73
George Wyth State Park
74
Hoing-Rice Softball Complex
75
Irv Warren Memorial Golf Course
76
Lookout Park
24
Maple Lanes Bowling Center
77
Orchard Hill Park
11
Pat Bowlsby Dog Park
78
2258 Movilla St, Waterloo
3025 S Main St, Cedar Falls 820 E Donald St, Waterloo 3659 Wyth Rd, Waterloo
1061 Josephine St, Waterloo 1000 Fletcher Ave, Waterloo
Park & Mandalay Drs, Cedar Falls 2608 University Ave, Waterloo
McClain & Primrose Drs, Cedar Falls Ansborough Ave & Hwy 63, Waterloo
Paw Park
S Main St & Hwy 58 Overpass, Cedar Falls
Pheasant Ridge Municipal & Walter's Ridge Golf Courses
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65
Pfieffer Spring Park
Grand Blvd & Birch St, Cedar Falls
Prairie Lakes Park
Viking & Hudson Rds, Cedar Falls
Riverfront Sports Park / Exchange Park Park Rd & Burton Ave, Waterloo
Riverfront Stadium
850 Park Rd, Waterloo
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Robinson Dresser Sports Complex
N
2521 Kenyon Ave, Waterloo 3626 W 12th St, Cedar Falls
South Hills Golf Course
1830 E Shaulis Rd, Waterloo
Tibbitts Baseball Complex
Cedar Bend & W Donald St, Waterloo
Veteran's Memorial Park & Freedom Rock Waterloo Rd & 14th St, Cedar Falls
Washington Park
East End 9th St, Cedar Falls
Waterhawks Ski Shows
Eagle Lake, Hwy 20 & I-380, Exit 68, Evansdale
Waterloo Dekhockey
460 Jefferson St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Young Arena
125 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
67
Barn Happy
39
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Danes Baseball Complex
The Atrium at Prairie Lakes Park
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3238 Dewitt Rd, Waterloo
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70
Cedar Valley Soccer Complex
EVENT SPACES
68
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Cedar Valley SportsPlex
3205 W 12th St, Cedar Falls
61
24 W 27th St & Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls
Wellington Bed & Breakfast
37
Theatre UNI
UNI Gallery of Art
3030 Grand Blvd, Cedar Falls
36
60
26 2401 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls
Carriage House Bed & Breakfast
35
McLeod Center
UNI-Dome
1st & Clay Sts, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
3
439 N Division St, Cedar Falls
Gallagher-Bluedorn
Behrens-Rapp Visitor Information
2
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
25 Performing Arts Center
THINGS TO DO 1
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
W
300 Viking Rd, Cedar Falls
34
Phelps Youth Pavilion
RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Mark's Park
2056 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
CABINS V
103 Main St, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
23
BED & BREAKFASTS T
Oster Regent Theatre
33
1025 Technology Pkwy, Cedar Falls 11310 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Brown Derby Club
618 Sycamore St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Cedar Falls Woman's Club
304 Clay St, Cedar Falls (see inset map)
Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens 1927 E Orange Rd, Waterloo
Cedar Valley SportsPlex
300 Jefferson St, Waterloo (see inset map)
F
Clarion Inn University Plaza
7
Grout Museum District
9
Hawkeye Community College
5826 University Ave, Cedar Falls
503 South St, Waterloo (see inset map) 1501 E Orange Rd, Waterloo
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Hilton Garden Inn
70
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39
Cedar Valley SportsPlex
Island Park Beach House
64
Waterloo Dekhockey
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo
65
Young Arena
71 P 20 21
7213 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls 6301 University Ave, Cedar Falls 218 Center St, Cedar Falls (see inset map) 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo
72
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo
National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum RiverLoop Amphitheatre
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
RiverLoop Expo Plaza
460 Jefferson St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Gateway Park
7
Grout Museum District
P2
Island Park
National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum
P3
Overman Park
RiverLoop Amphitheatre
P4
73
Rotary Reserve
23
74
Sky Event Centre
72
75
Sunnyside Golf & Country Club
74
76
The Supervisor's Club
11
24
University of Northern iowa
78
77
Waterloo Boat House
3265 Dewitt Rd, Waterloo 1227 W 27th St, Cedar Falls
65
Waterloo Center for the Arts
225 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Waterloo Convention Center at Five Sullivan Brothers Plaza
N
6 7
501 Sycamore St, Waterloo (see inset map)
65
Young Arena
Center & Franklin Sts (East Side)
407 E Park Ave, Waterloo 125 Commercial St, Waterloo
GOVERNMENT 715 Mulberry St
P3 P4
322 Washington St
P5
Galleria de Paco
622 Commercial St
Lincoln Park
E 4th & Mulberry Sts
Newton's Park
E 4th & Sycamore Sts
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Park
503 South St
Sullivan Park
E 4th & Adams Sts
Washington Park
W Park Ave & South St
LODGING
225 Commercial St
D
400 Westfield Ave
John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum
E
500 Westfield Ave
Cedar Falls Tourism & Visitors Bureau 6510 Hudson Rd Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (319) 268-4266 | (800) 845-1955 cedarfallstourism.org
Hours
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9am-4pm Sun Noon-4pm
Connect With Us @cedarfallsia @travelwaterloo
655 Cedar St
DOWNTOWN CEDAR FALLS
Grout Museum of History & Science
BlackHawk Hotel 115 Main St
BlackHawk Hotel MobileDigs 122 Washington St
@cedarfalls @travel_waterloo @visitcf @travelwaterloo @cedar_falls_tourism_bureau @travelwaterloo @cedarfallsia @travelwaterloo
THINGS TO DO
National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum
Behrens-Rapp Visitor Information
303 Jefferson St
1st & Clay Sts
11
Phelps Youth Pavilion
23
RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Mark's Park
225 Commercial St 225 Commercial St
Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum 503 South St
12 18 22
655 Cedar St
28
Ice House Museum 1st & Clay Sts
Little Red Schoolhouse Museum 1st & Clay Sts
Oster Regent Theatre 103 Main St
Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum 308 W 3rd St
EVENT SPACES
Water & E 4th Sts
225 Commercial St
Waterloo Convention & Visitors Bureau 500 Jefferson St
Tourist Park
W 1st St between Main & Franklin Sts
Waterloo Convention Center at Five Sullivan Brothers Plaza Waterloo Elks Club
P2
Bluedorn Science Imaginarium
Waterloo Center for the Arts
P6
225 Commercial St, Waterloo
79
P1
205 W 4th St
11
Sturgis Park
PARKS
Hotel 4th
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
P5
415 Commercial St
226 W 5th St
29
1st & Main Sts
300 Sycamore St
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
Veterans Memorial Hall
Peter Melendy Park
G4 Waterloo Public Library
250 Westfield Ave, Waterloo
27
W 2nd St between Clay & Franklin Sts
G3 Waterloo Post Office
Courtyard by Marriott
John Deere Drivetrain Operations
Center St (West Side)
Waterloo Center for the Arts
G2 Waterloo City Hall
13
7
Sky Event Centre
Lincoln & Main Sts Bridge
Black Hawk County Courthouse
125 Commercial St, Waterloo (see inset map)
11
21
460 Jefferson St, Waterloo
Young Arena
Hope Martin Theatre
17
RiverLoop Expo Plaza
G1 316 E 5th St
THINGS TO DO 2
225 Commercial St, Waterloo
407 E Park Ave, Waterloo (see inset map)
HOTELS M
503 South St, Waterloo
Waterloo Elks Club
DOWNTOWN WATERLOO J
300 Jefferson St, Waterloo
W 4th & Commercial Sts, Waterloo
707 Park Rd, Waterloo
W 4th & Commercial Sts, Waterloo (see inset map)
79
PARKS P1
618 Sycamore St, Waterloo
303 Jefferson St, Waterloo
1600 Olympic Dr, Waterloo
Cedar Falls Public Library
G2 524 Main St
Cedar Valley SportsPlex
439 N Division St, Cedar Falls
501 Sycamore St, Waterloo (see inset map)
Cedar Falls Post Office
G3 221 W 6th St
39
21
5932 N Union Rd, Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Community Center
G2 528 Main St
Brown Derby Club
Riverview Conference Center
78
125 Commercial St
Cedar Falls City Hall
G1 220 Clay St
68
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11
460 Jefferson St
EVENT SPACES
National Cattle Congress
303 Jefferson St, Waterloo (see inset map)
23
300 Jefferson St
GOVERNMENT
69 71
Cedar Falls Woman's Club 304 Clay St, Cedar Falls
Island Park Beach House 218 Center St, Cedar Falls
Waterloo Convention & Visitors Bureau 500 Jefferson St Waterloo, IA 50701 (319) 233-8350 | (800) 728-8431 travelwaterloo.com
Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm 11/15/17
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Bryan's on 4th
SingleSpeed Brewing Co. Waterloo
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Soho Sushi Bar & Deli
thingsdining to do meals served B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner
The value of each dollar sign is $10 and is based on average price of a dinner entree $ – 10 $$ – 20 $$$ – 30 Meals Served
Live Outdoor Music/ Seating Nightlife
Contact Information
Price
Days/Hours
Asian Fusion
(319) 266-6377
$
L D
Sun 11am – 8pm; Closed Mon Tues-Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
Balkan Cafe & Grocery
(319) 232-2255
$
B L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 8am – 6pm
(319) 226-3333 (319) 226-3338
$
L D
Same hours at both locations Open daily 10am – 10pm
(319) 266-2150
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 11am – 2:30pm, 5 – 8pm
(319) 232-3928
$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 9pm; Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 277-8899
$
L D
Sun 4pm – Midnight; Mon-Wed 11am – 1pm Thurs 11am – 2am Fri-Sat 11am – 2:30am
(319) 234-8100
$
B L D
Sun 7am – 7pm Mon 9am – 2pm; Tues-Sat 7am – 9pm
(319) 266-4368
$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 277-3227
$
L D
Open daily 11am – 11pm
(319) 266-5529
$
L D
Open daily 11am – 9:30pm
(319) 833-7299
$
L D
Closed Mon Tues-Sun 10:30am – 10:30pm
(319) 266-9999
$
L D
Open daily 11am – 9pm
(319) 266-4000
$$
L D
Mon 4 – 10pm Tues-Fri 11am – 2:30pm, 4 – 10pm Sat-Sun 11am – 10pm
(319) 433-0999
$$
L D
Sun 11am – 9:30pm; Mon 4 – 9:30pm Tues-Thurs 11am – 2pm, 4 – 9:30pm Fri 11am – 2pm, 4 – 10pm; Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 234-4333 (319) 833-9464
$$
L D
Same hours at both locations Open daily 11am – 10pm
(319) 233-4131
$
L D
Open daily 11am – 2am; Kitchen 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat appetizers & pizza until Midnight
(319) 234-0862
$
D
Open daily 3pm – 2am
(319) 274-9589
$$
L D
Open daily 10:30am – 10pm
$$
D
Closed Sun – Mon Tues-Thurs 5 – 10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm – Midnight
ASIAN/EUROPEAN 5725 University Ave, Cedar Falls
1816 Williston Ave, Waterloo
East China
2108 Kimball Ave, Waterloo 2315 Logan Ave, Waterloo
Ginger Thai Cuisine
111 W 2nd St, Cedar Falls
Golden China
106 Brookeridge Dr, Waterloo
Great Wall
2125 College St, Cedar Falls
Honey Garden Family Dining 826 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
Hong Kong
6306 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Mirch Marsala Grill
911 W 23rd St, Cedar Falls
New Century Buffet
2915 McClain Dr, Cedar Falls
Red Apple Chinese Restaurant 305 W 4th St, Waterloo
Rice House Chinese Teriyaki
226 Brandilynn Blvd, Ste A, Cedar Falls
Sakura Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 5719 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Tokyo Bay Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar 1931 Sears St, Waterloo
BAR & GRILL Beck’s Taproom Grill
3295 University Ave, Waterloo 2027 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo
Briqhouse Bar & Grill 307 W 5th St, Waterloo
Casey’s 218 Pub
4014 University Ave, Waterloo
Cherry Creek Grill
1850 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo
Cibo di Strada Street Food Bar 223 W 4th St, Waterloo
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Meals Served
Live Outdoor Music/ Seating Nightlife
Contact Information
Price
Days/Hours
(319) 883-8025
$
L D
Sun-Fri 11am – 2am; Sat 10am – 2am
(319) 233-7560
$$
B L D
Breakfast: Served daily 7 – 10am Lunch buffet: Mon-Fri 11am – 2pm Dinner: Served daily 5 – 10pm
(319) 266-6611
$$
B D
Breakfast: Mon-Fri 6 – 10am; Sat-Sun 7 – 11am Dinner: Sun-Sat 5 – 10pm
(319) 260-8623
$$
L D
Bar open daily 10am – 2am Kitchen: Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – Midnight
(319) 277-5423
$
L D
Closed Sun-Mon; Tues-Wed 3 – 10pm Thurs 3pm – 2am; Fri-Sat 11am – 2am
(319) 266-7535 (319) 234-7523
$
B L D
Same hours at both locations Sun-Thurs 6am – 10pm Fri-Sat 6am – 11pm
(319) 233-0701
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Thurs 11am – Midnight Fri-Sat 11am – 2am
(319) 234-1414
$
L D
Open daily 9am – 10pm
(319) 233-3352
$
L D
Tues-Fri open at 3pm; Sat open at 10am Sun 11am – Midnight; Closed Mon
(319) 277-3962
$
L D
Mon-Thurs 3pm – 2am; Fri-Sun Noon – 2am
(319) 260-2026
$
D
Sun brunch 10am – 2pm Mon-Sat 4pm – 2am
(319) 234-3680
$
L D
Mon-Sat open at 11am; Sun open at 9am Kitchen closes 10pm; Fri-Sat 11pm
(319) 833-4753
$
L D
Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7 – 10:30am Lunch/Dinner: Sun 11am – 1am Mon-Thurs 11:30am – 1am Fri 11:30am – 2am; Sat 11am – 2am
(319) 277-1508
$
L D
Sun 11am – 10pm Mon-Sat 11am – 2am
(319) 277-3671
$
L D
Mon-Sat 11am – 2am; Sun 11am – Midnight Sun during football season 10:30am – Midnight
(319) 833-4753
$$
D
Closed Sun-Tues Wed-Sat open at 5pm
(319) 266-9394
$$
L D
Open daily 11am – 2am
(319) 277-8111
$
L D
Bar open daily 11am – 2am Kitchen: Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – 11pm
(319) 235-8865
$
L D
Bar opens daily 10am Kitchen open daily 11am – 10 pm Fri-Sat late night menu 10pm – Midnight
(319) 236-9112
$
B L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 7am – 11pm
BAR & GRILL continued Damons Sports Bar & Grill 2122 Kimball Ave, Waterloo
Factory City Gastro Pub - Hotel 4th 205 W 4th St, Waterloo
Garden Grille & Bar - Hilton Garden Inn 7213 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls
The Horny Toad American Bar & Grill 204 Main St, Cedar Falls
The Hydrant Firehouse Grill 2002 College St, Cedar Falls
Hy-Vee Market Cafe/Grille 6301 University Ave, Cedar Falls 1422 Flammang Dr, Waterloo
Jameson’s Public House 310 E 4th St, Waterloo
KingPin Bar & Grill
2608 University Ave, Waterloo
Legends
118 Commercial St, Waterloo
The Library
2222 College St, Cedar Falls
Little Bigs
2210 College St, Cedar Falls
LJ’S Neighborhood Bar & Grill 3550 Kimball Ave, Waterloo
The Lone Wolf - Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo
Mary Lou’s Bar and Grill 2719 Center St, Cedar Falls
Mulligan’s Brick Oven Grill & Pub 205 E 18th St, Cedar Falls
Otis & Henry’s Bar & Grill Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo
Pepper’s Grill & Sports Pub 620 E 18th St, Cedar Falls
Pump Haus
311 Main St, Cedar Falls
Screaming Eagle American Bar & Grill 228 E 4th St, Waterloo
Southtown Bar & Grill 2026 Bopp St, Waterloo
Cedar Falls only
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Contact Information
Price
Meals Served
(319) 287-5747
$
D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 4pm – 2am
(319) 232-0344
$
B (Sat) L D
Closed Sun Mon-Tues, Fri 10am – 11pm Wed-Thurs 10am – 10pm; Sat 7am – 11pm
(319) 260-5000
$
L D
Sun 10am – 3pm; Mon-Sat 11am – 2am
$
L D
Open daily 10am – 2am Kitchen: Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – Midnight with limited menu 10pm – Midnight
(319) 234-4641
$
B (Sat & Sun) L D
Mon-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sun 7am – 10pm
(319) 234-8717
$
L D
Mon-Wed 11am – 9pm Thurs-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 266-3050
$
L D
Bar open daily 11am – 2am Kitchen: Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – 11pm
(319) 833-4753
$$
B L D
Breakfast: Sat-Sun 7 – 10:30am Brunch: Sat-Sun 11:30am – 2pm Lunch: Mon-Fri 11am – 2pm Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4 – 8pm; Fri-Sat 4 – 10pm
(319) 232-6868
$$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 266-2555
$
L D
Sun 10:30am – 9pm Mon-Thurs 11am – 9pm; Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 266-0888
$
B L
Wed-Sat 9am – 3pm (Mar – Dec)
(319) 232-2034
$
B L
Closed Sun Mon-Fri 6am – 4pm; Sat 7am – 3pm
(319) 233-5018
$
B L
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 7am – 3pm
(319) 215-2235
$
B L
Sun 10am – 3pm; Mon-Sat 7am – 9pm
(319) 277-1596
$
B L
Sun 8am – 9pm; Mon-Thurs 6am – 10pm Fri 6am – 11pm; Sat 7am – 11pm
(319) 610-7525
$
B L
Closed Sat-Mon Tues-Fri 10am – 3pm or by appt.
$
B L D
7am-9pm (Cedar Falls) Mon-Fri 6am – 7pm; Sat-Sun 7am – 7pm (Ridgeway) Mon-Fri 6:30am – 5:30pm; Sat 8am – 3pm (Commercial)
$
Tea & Confections
Mon-Wed & Fri-Sat 10am – 5pm Thurs 10am – 7pm
Days/Hours
BAR & GRILL continued Spicoli's Rockade
3555 University Ave, Waterloo
Steamboat Gardens 1740 Falls Ave, Waterloo
Wilbo Burgers Brats & Beers 118 Main St, Cedar Falls
The Wild Hare American Bar & Grill 2512 White Tail Dr, Cedar Falls
Wishbone Inc
201 W 18th St, Waterloo
Z’s Restaurant & Lounge 3937 Airline Hwy, Waterloo
Zsavooz Sports Lounge & Grill 206 Brandilynn Blvd, Cedar Falls
(319) 277-4273
Wed Night
BUFFET Farmers Pick Buffet - Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo
Hibachi Sushi Buffet
1535 Flammang Dr, Waterloo
Pizza Ranch
4302 University Ave, Cedar Falls
COFFEE & TEA Barn Happy
11310 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Cabin Coffee Company 2040 Kimball Ave, Waterloo
Cottonwood Canyon 218 E 4th St, Waterloo
Cottonwood Canyon "The House" 419 Washington St, Cedar Falls
Cup of Joe
102 Main St, Cedar Falls
Laughing Tree Café Waterloo Center for the Arts 225 Commercial St, Waterloo
Sidecar Coffee Shop
2215 College St, Cedar Falls 1850 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo 325 Commercial St, Waterloo
Tea Cellar
208 Main St, Cedar Falls
(319) 415-2547 (319) 242-7279 (319) 236-7168 (319) 260-2030
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Contact Information
Price
Meals Served
(319) 233-9160
$
L
Mon-Sat 9am-4pm
(319) 266-9995
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 11am – 9pm
(319) 277-7071
$
L D
Sun 11am – 8pm Mon-Sat 10am – 8pm
(319) 260-2065
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 10am – 8pm
(319) 235-7670
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 10am – 10pm
(319) 236-2300
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Fri 10am – 7pm; Sat 10am – 3pm
(319) 266-2117
$
B L
Tues-Sun 6am – 1pm Closed Mon
(319) 232-0635
$$
L D
Sun 10:30am – 8pm Mon-Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 266-3199
$
B L D
Mon-Wed 5:30am – 3pm Thurs-Sun 5:30am – 8:30pm
(319) 277-9748 (319) 833-2010
$
B&L (CF) L&D (Wat)
Closed Sun; Mon-Sat 6am – 4pm (Cedar Falls) Sun 11am – 3pm; Mon-Sat 11am – 8pm (Waterloo)
(319) 234-2416
$
B L
Mon-Fri 6am – 2pm; Sat-Sun 6am – 1pm
(319) 234-0280
$
B L D
Sun 8am – 4pm Mon-Sat 6am – 9pm
(319) 277-1729
$
B L
Open daily 5:30am – 1:30pm
(319) 274-8888
$$
D
Open daily 5pm – 11pm Limestone Lounge: Mon-Sat opens at 5pm
(319) 266-2616
$$
D
Sun 4 – 9pm Mon-Sat 4 – 10pm Closed Sun Dining: Mon-Thurs 5 – 9pm; Fri-Sat 5 – 10pm Bar: Mon-Thurs 4pm – Close; Fri-Sat 5 – 10pm Figaro After Dark: Wed-Sat 9pm – Midnight
Days/Hours
DELI Boardwalk Deli
206 E 4th St, Waterloo
Soho Sushi Bar & Deli 119 Main St, Cedar Falls
Sub City
2224 College St, Cedar Falls
Sub City-Main Street 111 Main St, Cedar Falls
Sub City West
3045 Kimball Ave, Waterloo
Sub City 2
118 E 4th St, Waterloo
DINER Gravy’s Diner
4129 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Highway 63 Diner
3030 Marnie Rd, Waterloo
J’s Homestyle Cooking 1724 W 31st St, Cedar Falls
Maid-Rite
116 E 4th St, Cedar Falls 2808 University Ave, Waterloo
Morg’s Diner
520 Mulberry St, Waterloo
Newton’s Paradise Café 128 E 4th St, Waterloo
Waffle Stop
904 Rainbow Dr, Cedar Falls
FINE DINING Bryan's on 4th & Limestone Lounge 320 E 4th St, Waterloo
The Cedar Falls Brown Bottle 1111 Center St, Cedar Falls
Figaro Figaro and Figaro After Dark 419 Main St, Cedar Falls
Galleria de Paco and Catacomb Lounge 622 Commercial St, Waterloo
Montage
222 Main St, Cedar Falls
The Waterloo Brown Bottle 209 W 5th St, Waterloo
(319) 260-2084
$$
D
(319) 833-7226
$$$
D
(319) 268-7222
$$$
D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 4:30 – 10pm
(319) 232-3014
$$
D
Sun-Thurs 4 – 9pm Fri-Sat 4 – 10pm
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Closed Sun-Mon Tues-Sat 4:30 – 10pm
thingsdining to do
Contact Information Contact Information Price Price
Live
Meals Meals Outdoor Music/ Served Served Seating Nightlife
Days/Hours Days/Hours
ICE CREAM 4 Queens Dairy Cream
1310 W 1st St, Cedar Falls 207 E Tower Park Dr, Waterloo
Brick House Frozen Yogurt 5315 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Hansen’s Dairy
3015 Kimball Ave, Waterloo
Hansen’s Dairy Outlet 127 E 18th St, Cedar Falls
(319) 266-3647 (319) 232-1600
$
Desserts
Same hours at both locations Open daily 11am – 10pm Closed Mid-Nov-Feb (Cedar Falls) Oct-Mar 15 (Waterloo)
(319) 243-5715
$
Desserts
Open daily 3 – 9:30pm
(319) 234-3309
$
Local ice cream, milk, cheese
Sun 10am – 9pm Mon-Sat 8am – 9pm
(319) 266-3044
$
Local ice cream, milk, cheese
Sun 10am – 9pm Mon-Sat 8am – 9pm
(319) 266-7771 (319) 232-6669
$
L D
Same hours at both locations Sun 11am – 9pm; Mon-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10:30pm
(319) 287-8005 (319) 242-8241
$$
L D
Sun 11am – 9pm; Mon-Thurs 11am – 9:30pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10:30pm (Waterloo) Sun 11am – 9pm; Mon-Thurs 11am – 9:30pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm (Cedar Falls)
(319) 287-8110
$$
L D
Mon-Fri 11am – 9pm; Sat-Sun 11am – 10pm
(319) 883-3321
$
D
Closed Sun Mon-Thurs 3pm – Midnight; Fri-Sat 3pm – 2am
(319) 236-9990
$
L D
Open daily 9am – 9pm
(319) 232-4228
$
L D
Open daily 9am – 9pm
(319) 233-6100
$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – 11pm
(319) 277-9676
$
L D
Sun 11am – 9pm; Mon-Wed 11am – 9:30pm Thurs-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 277-8226
$
L D
Mon-Sat 11am – 10pm Sun 11am – 8pm
(319) 234-5686
$
L D
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 11am – 9pm
(319) 232-6273
$$
L D
Sun 11am – 9pm; Mon-Tues 11am – 9:30pm Wed-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 234-1575
$$
L D
Closed Sun-Mon; Tues-Thurs 11am – 2pm, 5 – 9pm Fri 11am – 2pm, 5 – 11pm; Sat Noon – 3pm, 5 – 11pm
(319) 242-2263
$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – 2am
$$
L D
Mon-Sat 11am – 10pm; Sun 11am – 9pm
$$
L (not Sat) D
Closed Mon Sun, Tues-Fri 11am – 9:30pm Sat 3 – 9:30pm
MEXICAN Amigos Mexican Restaurant & Bar 5809 University Ave, Cedar Falls 1415 E San Marnan Dr, Waterloo
Chapala
900 La Porte Rd, Waterloo 1704 W 1st St, Cedar Falls
El Patron
301 E 4th St, Waterloo
El Tenampa Bar and Grill 926 La Porte Rd, Waterloo
La Michocana Authentic Mexican 1221 Franklin St, Waterloo
La Placita
322 W 4th St, Waterloo
Las Margaritas
2822 University Ave, Waterloo
Los Cabos
112 Main St, Cedar Falls
Pablo’s Mexican Grill 310 Main St, Cedar Falls
Rudy’s Tacos
2401 Falls Ave, Waterloo
Three Amigos Family Restaurant 2820 Falls Ave, Waterloo
Wat
PIZZA/ITALIAN Basal Pizza
225 W 4th St, Waterloo
Chad's Pizza
909 W 23rd St, Cedar Falls
Doughy Joey’s Peetza Joynt 126 Brandilynn Blvd, Cedar Falls
Mama Nick’s Circle Pizzeria 1934 Washington St, Waterloo
(319) 277-2800 (319) 233-3323
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Contact Information
Price
Meals Served
Live Outdoor Music/ Seating Nightlife
Days/Hours
PIZZA/ITALIAN continued The Other Place
2214 College St, Cedar Falls 4214 University Ave, Cedar Falls 360 E Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo
Tony’s La Pizzeria
407 Main St, Cedar Falls
Urban Pie
200 State St, Ste 101, Cedar Falls
Sun 11am – Midnight Mon-Sat 11am – 2am (College St) Open daily 11am – 11pm (University) Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat 11am – 11pm (Waterloo)
(319) 277-9720 (319) 268-1655 (319) 287-9400
$$
L D
(319) 277-8669
$$
L D
Sun 4 – 9pm; Mon-Thurs 11am – 9pm Fri-Sat 11am – Midnight Pizza by slice: 10pm – 2am
(319) 260-2045
$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm; Fri-Sat 11am – 2am
(319) 236-2965
$
L D
Closed Sun-Mon Tues-Thurs 11am – 7pm; Fri-Sat 11am – 8pm
(319) 529-6450
$
Bakery & Grocery
Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat 8am – 7pm Sun 9am – 7pm; Closed Thurs
(319) 242-7305
$
Chocolate & Gelato
Closed Sun Mon-Wed 10am – 6pm; Thurs-Sat 10am – 8pm
(319) 234-5686
$
Beers
Tapped on Thurs 5pm
(319) 277-1497
$
Popcorn
Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat 10am – 5:30pm Thurs 10am – 7pm; Sun Noon – 4pm
(319) 238-5275
$$
Beer, Cocktails, Food
Closed Mon-Tues Wed-Thurs 4 – 10pm; Fri 4 – 11pm Sat Noon – 11pm; Sun Noon – 8pm
(319) 260-2068
$
B
Closed Sun-Mon Tues-Fri 7am – 6pm; Sat 8am – 1pm
(319) 234-1170
$
Popcorn
Mon-Sat 10am – 8pm
(319) 277-7855
$
Desserts
(319) 240-0692
$
Beers
Sun Noon – 10pm Mon-Thurs 4pm – Midnight Fri 4pm – 2am; Sat Noon – 2am
(319) 833-2141
$
Desserts
Sun-Thurs 7am – 9:30pm Fri-Sat 7am – 10pm Sun Noon – 10pm; Mon-Thurs 4pm – Midnight Fri 4pm – 2am; Sat Noon – 2am (Cedar Falls) Sun 10am – 10pm; Mon-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri 11am – Midnight; Sat 10am – Midnight (Waterloo)
University
SEAFOOD Cedar Valley Fish Market 218 Division St, Waterloo
SPECIALTIES Ajla's Bakery
1206 W 9th St, Waterloo
Chocolaterie Stam
122 Main St, Cedar Falls
Guerrilla Brewing Company 2401 Falls Ave, Waterloo
Here's What's Poppin 220 Main St, Cedar Falls
Lark Brewing
3295 University Ave (lower level), Waterloo
Milkbox Bakery
2223 College St, Cedar Falls
Popcorn Heaven
3025 Kimball Ave, Waterloo
Scratch Cupcakery
315 Main St, Cedar Falls 1517 Flammang Dr, Waterloo
Second State Brewing Co. 203 State St, Cedar Falls
Simply Yummy! Baking Company Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo 777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo
SingleSpeed Brewing Company 128 Main St, Cedar Falls 325 Commercial St, Waterloo
Steege's Meat Market & Catering 109 Main St, Cedar Falls
(319) 266-3581 (319) 883-3604
$$
L D
(319) 277-1671
$
Meat, Cheese, Ice Cream
Same hours at both locations Sun Noon – 5pm; Mon-Sat 9am – 7pm
Cedar Falls only
Wat
Tues-Fri 10am – 7pm; Sat, Mon 10am – 5pm Sun Noon – 4pm (summer only)
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Contact Information
Price
Meals Served
(319) 277-2230
$$
D
Closed Sun Mon-Thurs 5 – 9pm; Fri-Sat 5 – 10pm
(319) 260-2232
$
Carry Out Only
Closed Sun Mon-Sat 11am – 8pm
(319) 233-9111
$$
D
Closed Sun-Mon Tues-Thurs 4:30 – 9pm; Fri-Sat 4:30 – 10pm
(319) 266-5285
$$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 9:30pm Fri-Sat 11am – 10pm
(319) 830-7145
$$
L D
Tues-Sat 11am – 9pm Soul Food Sundays 11am – 4pm
(319) 242-7119
$$
L D
Sun Noon – 7pm Mon-Sat 11am – 8pm
(319) 277-1244
$$
L D
Sun-Thurs 11am – 10pm Fri-Sat Kitchen: 11am – 11pm; Bar until 2am
Days/Hours
STEAK & BBQ Against the Grain - Clarion Inn 5826 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Blue Barn BBQ
623 E 18th St, Cedar Falls
D & K Hickory House, Inc. 315 Park Rd, Waterloo
Noble Oak
314 Main St, Cedar Falls
Rodney's Kitchen
624 Sycamore St, Waterloo
Starbeck's Smokehouse
6826 University Ave, Cedar Falls
Whiskey Road
406 Main St, Cedar Falls
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West 5th & Commercial St. Waterloo, Iowa
Located in the Grand Lobby of the Historical Russell Lamson Building: the Brown Bottle in Waterloo has been Family owned & operated for three generations. The unique Italian menu provides family recipes prepared fresh daily, in an elegant casual atmosphere. We offer a full service bar, and extensive wine lists. From a quiet booth for two, or group seating of fifty or more, the Brown Bottle will provide you with an exceptional dining experience. Call for Reservation
319-232-3014
Dining Nightly 7 days a week at 4 p.m.
MEET UP WITH In THE
Steaks, Pastas, Salads, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps, Pizza, Pre-Game Warmups and mouthwatering Desserts. Catch your favorite sporting event on one of our 17 TVs and an 80-inch TV. Wi-Fi available. Enjoy LJ’s outdoor beer garden in the warmer months.
622 Commercial St. Waterloo, IA 50701 319-833-7226 www.pacorosic.com Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday 4:30 p.m. Closed at owner’s discretion The Catacomb lounge is open at 4:30 Tuesday through Saturday.
M-Sat. open 11am | Sunday-Serving Breakfast 9am-12, Lunch 11-close 319-234-3680 | 3550 Kimball Ave., Waterloo
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rill Waffle Stop G
We invite you
to come enjoy the areas finest Chicago or New York Style Peetza, where the Peetza is made from scratch start to finish baked in a stone deck oven. Also offering; Calzones, Sandwiches, Salads, Micro Brews, and Martini’s, it’s a must stop in the Cedar Valley.
126 Brandilynn Blvd, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2800
DOUGHYJOEYS.COM
Ice Cream and Local Foods Store Old-fashioned ice cream made locally at Hansen’s Dairy, Hudson Family owned farm since 1864
3015 Kimball Ave. Waterloo, Iowa (319) 234-3309 HansenDairy.com
Open daily 5:30 aM 904 Rainbow DRive, CeDaR Falls
find us on
319-277-1729
Voted Best Subs in the Cedar Valley
Corner of Kimball & Ridgeway
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Whiskey Road
consider calling the
Cedar Valley Home!
In addition to being a great place to visit, the Cedar Falls and Waterloo area, also known as the Cedar Valley, is a great place to live, work and play! With a population of just under 175,000, the area is home to nationally recognized historic downtown districts, one of three Iowa Board of Regents universities, a community college, a four-year private college, innovative public and private Pre-K and K-12 schools. These innovative schools provide opportunities for all and the Cedar Valley is the only place in the world to implement Franklin Covey’s Leader in Me Program regionally.
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Quality of life is enhanced by an extensive system of recreational trails including hard-surfaced, single-track and water trails. Enjoy an active lifestyle? As the state’s first Bicycle Friendly Community, the area also boasts miles of on-road bicycle accommodations and organized bicycling and running events can be enjoyed almost every day of the week. Residents also have access to numerous municipal, county and state parks, golf courses, an ATV park, dedicated cyclocross park, rivers, streams and a chain of lakes. Arts and Culture are alive and well too, with a variety of
galleries, museums, music and cultural festivals, and a state-of-the-art performing arts center. The Cedar Valley’s average commute amounts to only 15.8 minutes. The area’s cost of living is 11.2% below the national average. The Cedar Valley is within a day’s drive of all major Midwest markets, with direct commercial flights to/ from Chicago as well as private charter air service. Accessible, quality health care is another important area where the Cedar Valley excels. Three hospitals and numerous clinics serve the area and the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area is located within hours of two of the nation’s premier medical facilities, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and Mayo Clinic.
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goBOWLING • PARTIES • XTREME GAMES • LEAGUES • OPEN BOWLING • COSMIC BOWLING • EVENING ACTIVITIES CadillacXBC.com
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650 La Porte Rd, Waterloo 319.234.6888
2608 University Ave., Waterloo 319.234.1414
Child Care
child e r A C d l i h C e r A C d l Child CAre careChi e Child care
Child Care
Child Care
St. Joseph Preschool 6916 Lafayette Rd Raymond, IA 50667
Child Care
Child Care
Care Child 3 year old
Child Care
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Child Care
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Tuesday/Thursday morning 4 year old Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning or afternoon
e r A C d l i h C e r A C d l i h Child CAre C care Child Care
Established in Faith Distinguished in Education
Kindergarten – Grade 8 615 Washington, Cedar Falls
Ages 3– 5 802 Main, Cedar Falls All faiths welcome Childcare 6:45 a.m.–5:30 p.m. www.cfcatholicschool.org • 277-6781
Child Care
Where Learning Begins
Child Care Bosco Catholic School System PreK-12
d il h C e r a c d il h C Child care Providing quality preschool and childcare services for ages 18 months to 11 years for 47 years
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319-296-1089 or 233-5980 www.boscocatholic.org
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3409 Cedar Heights Drive, Cedar Falls 930 Tower Park Drive, Waterloo
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116 W. 4th St. Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (319) 240-8784 FREESE-FRAME.COM
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Lost Island KOA
BlackHawk Hotel
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thingslodging to do
ROOMS
FITNESS CENTER
IN-HOUSE DINING
BUSINESS CENTER
SMOKE FREE
FREE WI-FI
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
SHUTTLE
POOL
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
MEETING ROOMS
PET FRIENDLY
Hotel
Rooms
Business Continental Handicap Fitness Center Breakfast Accessible Center
Smoke Free
AMERICINN LODGE & SUITES
5818 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 277-6166 | (800) 634-3444 americinn.com Of all amenities you’ll enjoy, quiet rooms may well rank at the top of your list. Other features include a lounge for your entertainment and free breakfast.
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BAYMONT INN & SUITES
1945 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 234-7411 | (800) 228-5150 baymontinns.com The Baymont’s whirlpool will help you de-stress after a long day of work or fun. The warm, bright sleeping rooms will keep you comfortable.
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best western plus
1614 Technology Pkwy, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2400 | (800) 228-1000 bestwestern.com Near UNI campus and Cedar Falls Industrial Park. 100% non-smoking with refrigerator and microwave in rooms.
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the BLACKHAWK HOTEL
115 Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 277-1161 | (800) 488-4295 theblackhawkhotel.com Boutique hotel listed on the National Register and conveniently located in downtown Cedar Falls offering renovated rooms from standard to luxury multiroom suites with antique furnishings.
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The BlackHawk Hotel MobileDigs
122 Washington St, Cedar Falls (319) 277-1161 | (800) 488-4295 theblackhawkhotel.com Adjacent to the historic BlackHawk Hotel this property offers a “Mod” setting with mid-century style furnishings including sleek platform beds with retrolook carpet and bedding.
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CLARION INN UNIVERSITY PLAZA
5826 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2230 | (800) 424-6423 clarioncedarfalls.com Located across from College Square Mall and close to the UNI Campus and historic downtown, this full-service hotel with banquet space is great for conferences.
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COMFORT INN & SUITES
2011 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 234-5452 | (800) 228-2800 comfortinn.com Whether staying for one night or an extended stay, they have all the amenities and comforts of home. Located near attractions and restaurants.
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COMFORT SUITES
7402 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 273-9999 | (800) 424-6423 comfortsuites.com At Comfort Suites you can relax and enjoy our oversized, all suite rooms as well as our family friendly zero-depth entrance pool.
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Shuttle
Meeting In-House Rooms Dining
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet Friendly
thingslodging to do
Hotel
Rooms
Business Continental Handicap Fitness Center Breakfast Accessible Center
Smoke Free
Shuttle
Meeting In-House Rooms Dining
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet Friendly
COUNTRY INN & SUITes
2910 S Main St, Cedar Falls (319) 268-1800 | (800) 456-4000 countryinns.com As the closest hotel to UNI facilities, Country Inn & Suites is the perfect home away from home with charming décor, convenient amenities, and great service.
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COUNTRY INN & SUITEs
4025 Hammond Ave, Waterloo (319) 233-2336 | (800) 456-4000 countryinns.com With its charming décor and convenient amenities, the Country Inn & Suites is a perfect stop for vacation or business trips.
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Courtyard by marriott
250 Westfield Ave, Waterloo (319) 231-5531 marriott.com Located in downtown Waterloo beside the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum, as well as other area museums, sports arenas, dining and nightlife.
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DAYS INN
5924 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 266-1222 | (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Located across from College Square Mall shopping and dining.
Stay and Play in your own backyard.
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“luxury accommodations for the discriminating traveler” **Listed in National Register of Historic Places** ** Best Of the Best” 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 The Courier Readers Awarded TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, 2013, 2014, #1 Hotel on TripAdvisor (Cedar Falls) 2013, 2014 *** Top 100 Unique and Wonderful Places to Visit” – 2006 Des Moines Register***
THE BLACKHAWK HOTEL is a totally-renovated historic, smoke-free, boutique-hotel which has been personally designed and furnished to offer the business or recreational traveler a truly memorable lodging experience with all the modern conveniences and personalized service you deserve. Minutes from UNI Campus. HISTORIC DOWnTOWn CEDAR FALLS offers a variety of fine & casual dining, entertainment, shopping and recreation options.
"The Stuffed Olive" martini lounge "SOHO" sushi Bar & deli 800.488.4295 (toll-free) • 319.277.1161 www.theblackhawkhotel.com • e-mail: theblackhawkhotel@gmail.com Visitors guide 2018 » travelwaterloo.com | cedarfallstourism.org | 64
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450 Evansdale Dr, Evansdale (319) 235-1111 | (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com
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1809 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 235-4461 | (800) 329-7466 daysinn.com Come see our fantastic rooms — refrigerator and microwave in every room. Located on La Porte Rd just off of San Marnan Dr.
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
226 W 5th St, Waterloo (319) 235-0301 choicehotels.com The downtown location is close to convention center, restaurants, shopping and attractions.
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FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
2134 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 233-2500 marriott.com You’ll find all you need for easy, comfortable travel with smartly designed guest rooms and lobby.
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HAMPTON INN
2034 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 233-2044 | (800) 426-7866 hamptoninn.com Great for business and leisure travelers. Meeting/event space for up to 30. Close to Crossroads Mall for shopping and dining options.
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HILTON GARDEN INN
7213 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 266-6611 hiltongardeninncedarfalls.com Close to UNI and downtown. Beautifully appointed guest rooms, 6,000+ sq. ft. of meeting/event space, outdoor fire pits, restaurant, indoor saltwater swimming pool and hot tub.
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
2127 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 274-7000 | (800) 465-4329 holidayinnexpress.com Close to Crossroads Mall, Isle Casino and Lost Island Waterpark. 100% smoke-free.
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Hotel 4th
205 W 4th St, Waterloo (319) 233-7560 Located in downtown. Nearby attractions include museums, sporting events, outstanding restaurants options and nightlife.
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HOWARD JOHNSON
3052 Marnie Ave, Waterloo (319) 232-7467 | (800) 446-4656 hojo.com The central location makes the Howard Johnson an easy commute to Waterloo or Cedar Falls.
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ISLE CASINO HOTEL WATERLOO
777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo (319) 833-4753 | (800) 475-3946 theislewaterloo.com Home to hot gaming action with video poker, slots, table games, and a poker room. Offering giveaways, live music, and three restaurants.
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JLL EXTENDED STAY
4410 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-1550 | (800) 728-9819 extendedstayamerica.com Amenities include complimentary newspaper, high speed wireless internet and HBO TV, on-site washer/dryer, and parking for larger vehicles and equipment.
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MOTEL 6
2141 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 233-9191 motel6.com Close to shopping and movie theatre. Weekly rates and extended stay rates offered.
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MOTEL 6
2343 Logan Ave, Waterloo (319) 236-3238 motel6.com Motel 6 provides easy access to the Waterloo Municipal Airport and local businesses. There is plenty of space for large vehicles and the indoor pool is an oasis.
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Quality inn & suites
2056 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 235-7000 | (877) 424-6423 choicehotels.com The hotel is near shopping, eateries and attractions.
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SUBURBAN EXTENDED STAY
300 Viking Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 268-2222 | (877) 424-6423 choicehotels.com In Cedar Falls Industrial Park and near the UNI campus, this new extended stay hotel features full kitchenettes and is perfect for business travelers.
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SUPER 8
7515 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 553-6868 super8.com This hotel is conveniently located in the Cedar Falls Industrial Park, just off Highway 20 and 58 and near the UNI Campus.
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SUPER 8
1825 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 233-1800 | (800) 800-8000 super8.com Conveniently located near Crossroads Shopping Center. Elevator available.
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WELLINGTON BED & BREAKFAST
800 W 4th St, Waterloo (319) 433-1205 Historic home in the heart of the Cedar Valley. Spacious suites with period sitting rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a full breakfast served in suite.
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• Free high-speed Internet access • Free, hot Be Our Guest Breakfast • Free freshly baked cookies and coffee served daily • Pool and Hot Tub • And more! Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Cedar Falls, IA 2910 S Main St • Cedar Falls, IA 50613 +1 (319) 268-1800 • countryinns.com/cedarfallsia Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Waterloo, IA 4025 Hammond Ave • Waterloo, IA 50702 +1 (319) 233-2336 • countryinns.com/waterlooia
Hilton Garden Inn
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4500 Sq. Ft. Banquet Space Black Oak Grill The Marriott’s very own Bistro The Iron Horse Lounge Presidential & Executive King Suites Courtyard with Outdoor Fire Pit Fitness Center Pool Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls 250 Westfield Ave., Waterloo, Iowa 50701
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things to do event spaces Both the Waterloo and Cedar Falls Visitors Bureaus have knowledgeable, professional staff on hand to help plan your reunion, suggest special places and services for your wedding, or customize itineraries for group tours. Contact us at: (319) 233-8350 or info@travelwaterloo.com or (319) 268-4266 or visit@cedarfallstourism.org.
University of Northern Iowa
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo
Brown Derby Club
UNI’s campus offers a wide range of options for meetings and conferences for up to 20,000 people. Spaces include the UNIDome, McLeod Center, Wellness and Human Performance Center, Maucker Union Expansion, and Latham Hall.
The Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo offers flexible meeting and event space for any type of occasion. The Isle offers 5,000 square feet of space, which can be divided into 4 meeting rooms for an event with up to 400 guests.
This historic, 7,000 square foot ballroom in downtown Waterloo features a street-level lobby entrance and grand ballroom complete with original design elements like crown molding, wooden dance floor and lighted dome ceiling.
Large Exhibition Spaces
Young Arena
125 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4335 waterlooleisureservices.org
Riverview Conference Center
Cedar Falls Woman's Club
300 Jefferson St, Waterloo (319) 291-0165 cvsportsplex.org
Young Arena is a multi-purpose facility with 3,000 fixed seats surrounding an Olympic-sized ice surface, and an additional 2,000 seats available for dry floor events.
Riverview is a 26-acre, year-round Christian Conference Center minutes from downtown Cedar Falls. Meeting facilities allow for seating of up to 1,300 people.
The Cedar Falls Woman's Club can offer space for up to 125.
National Cattle Congress
Conference Centers & Hotels
Cedar Valley SportsPlex
This 140,000 square foot fitness and recreation facility includes a pool, field house, gymnasium, and multi-purpose rooms.
257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-7515 nationalcattlecongress.com
This complex includes spaces that seat up to 8,000 people and offers 60,000 square feet of exhibit space, and more than 5,000 square feet of dance floor.
RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Arts Mall 225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
The amphitheatre features a covered performance area with seating for approximately 600 people, all overlooking the scenic Cedar River and downtown Waterloo skyline.
RiverLoop Expo Plaza
460 Jefferson St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
This outdoor space is adjacent to the Waterloo Convention Center and is fully lighted and wired for events of all types.
8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-5141 uni.edu
Clarion Inn University Plaza 5826 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2230 | (877) 424-6423 clarioncedarfalls.com
The Clarion Inn offers 8,200 square feet of banquet and meeting space for up to 300 guests.
Courtyard by Marriott
250 Westfield Ave, Waterloo (319) 233-5531 marriott.com
The Courtyard offers 4,500 square feet of flexible function space in downtown Waterloo. A prefunction area is also available.
Hilton Garden Inn
7213 Nordic Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 266-6611 hiltongardeninncedarfalls.com
The Hilton Garden Inn Conference Center has meeting facilities with over 6,000 square feet of flexible pre-function and conference space, state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, and top of the line services.
777 Isle of Capri Blvd, Waterloo (319) 833-4753 (800) 475-3946 theislewaterloo.com
439 N Division St, Cedar Falls (319) 268-0787 riverviewconferencecenter.com
Waterloo Convention Center at Five Sullivan Brothers Plaza 205 W 4th St, Waterloo (319) 233-7560
This 40,000 square foot center features meeting and exhibition space, and hosts events for up to 2,000 people. The Center is also connected via skywalk with Hotel 4th.
Meeting & Banquet Spaces
The Atrium at Prairie Lakes Park 1025 Technology Pkwy, Cedar Falls (319) 984-7404 prairielakespark.com
The Atrium is a 2,000 square feet multi-functional space perfect for corporate meetings and private events for up to 175 guests.
Barn Happy
11310 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 266-0888 barnhappy.net The Crib is available MarchDecember and has room for 75.
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618 Sycamore St, Waterloo (319) 240-0308 brownderbyballroom.com
304 Clay St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-1431 cedarfallswomansclub.com
Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens 1927 E Orange Rd, Waterloo (319) 226-4966 cedarvalleyarboretum.org
The Arboretum’s many gardens provide a beautiful backdrop for outdoor events with up to 250 people.
The Diamond Event Center
Jorgensen Plaza Western Home Communities, 5307 Caraway Ln Cedar Falls (319) 266-9994
This new meeting and event space is scheduled to open in June 2018 and will accommodate 350-400 people.
Grout Museum District 503 South St, Waterloo (319) 234-6357 groutmuseumdistrict.org
The Grout Museum has a variety of meeting spaces available, from classrooms to reception space and a theatre. The spaces in the District can accommodate groups of up to 275.
Hartman Reserve Inperpretive Center
657 Reserve Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 277-2187
This newly remodeled space can host groups of up to 110 people. A beautiful view of the Hartman woods is the perfect setting for any event.
things to do event spaces Hawkeye Community College
Sky Event Centre
Hawkeye’s Tama Hall is a multipurpose facility, offering 7 meeting rooms, an auditorium for 400 peo ple, and a reception area.
The Sky Event Centre features two rooms with a spectacular view of downtown Waterloo. The large room will hold 268 guests, while the second room holds 91.
1501 E Orange Rd, Waterloo (319) 296-4248 hawkeyecollege.edu
Hy-Vee College Square
6301 University Ave, Cedar Falls hy-vee.com (319) 266-7535 ext. 163
Tasting Room is available for up to 36 people with AV access. Club Room is available for up to 90 people. On-site catering available. Waterloo Boat House
Island Park Beach House 218 Center St, Cedar Falls (319) 273-8636 cedarfalls.com
Available from May 1-October 15, this facility offers space for up to 180 along the banks of the Cedar River in Island Park.
Majestic Moon
1955 Locke Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-2656 majesticmoonevents.com
The Majestic Moon is a 10,000 square feet, 2-floor, full service party and event center. The center can hold 400-450 people or each floor can be rented independently.
National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum Island Park Beach House
303 Jefferson St, Waterloo (319) 233-3477 nwhof.org
The Dan Gable museum has a 2,279 square feet meeting room with TV monitor and built in speaker system with access to the rest of the museum, including the wrestling room. A small kitchen area is also available.
Rotary Reserve
5932 N Union Dr, Cedar Falls (319) 433-7275
Rotary Reserve is a 3,600 square foot, 300 person capacity lodge in a beautiful wooded setting.
The Crib at Barn Happy
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501 Sycamore St, Waterloo (319) 235-1521 nelson501.com
Sunnyside Country Club 1600 Olympic Dr, Waterloo (319) 234-1707 sunnysidecountryclub.com
Sunnyside Country Club features three ballrooms, each seating 60. Ballrooms can be combined with overflow for seating for up to 350. Other smaller spaces are also available.
Waterloo Boat House
707 Park Rd, Waterloo (319) 291-4370 waterloocenterforthearts.org
The Waterloo Boat House features a multi-purpose room and outdoor patio overlooking the Cedar River. The 15,000 square foot Boat House can accommodate up to 126 guests.
Waterloo Center for the Arts 225 Commercial St, Waterloo (319) 291-4490 waterloocenterforthearts.org
The Waterloo Center for the Arts offers a scenic riverside setting for meetings and events with up to 250 people.
Waterloo Elks Club
407 E Park Ave, Waterloo (319) 234-7568 waterlooelks.com
The Elks Lodge offers 8 rooms accommodating up to 390 people.
A variety of additional smaller meeting spaces and unique event facilities exist in the Cedar Valley area. Please see the Sports and Recreation section for sport ing event facilities for outdoor shelters and areas. We invite you to contact either Visitors Bureau office for recommendations and planning assistance.
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church A radically-welcoming faith community
2410 Melrose Drive, Cedar Falls • 319-277-8520 9:15 AM Sunday Worship for all ages • Childcare provided Monday Bible Study 6:30 PM Tuesday Bible Study 11:45 AM Wednesday Adult Choir Practice 7:15 PM
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Waterloo Regional Airport
Air Service
Livingston Aviation
2814 Betsworth Dr, Waterloo (319) 234-1783 | (888) 657-4438 livingstonaviation.com Charter service.
Waterloo Regional Airport 2790 Livingston Ln, Waterloo (319) 291-4483 flyalo.com
The Cedar Valley’s regional airport provides daily jet service to Chicago O’Hare on American Airlines.
Bike Rental
Bike Tech
217 Washington St, Cedar Falls (319) 266-5979 biketechcf.com
Waterloo Bicycle Works
316 W 3rd St, Ste. 2, Waterloo (319) 830-5631
Bus
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
416 Sycamore St, Waterloo (319) 234-2833 burlingtontrailways.com
4728 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 266-8600 1326 La Porte Rd, Waterloo (319) 235-1400 | (800) 736-8222 enterprise.com
Exceptional Persons Trolley
Hertz Rent-A-Car
Burlington Trailways
2424 Falls Ave, Waterloo (319) 291-6967
Metropolitan Transit Authority (MET)
Depot: 416 Sycamore St, Waterloo Office: 1515 Black Hawk St, Waterloo (319) 234-5714 mettransit.org
Car Rental
Avis Rent-A-Car
Waterloo Regional Airport (319) 233-0569 avis.com
Dan Deery Motor Company 7404 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-4500 dandeerymotors.com
4807 University Ave, Cedar Falls (319) 277-3552 Waterloo Regional Airport (319) 287-5189 hertz.com
Taxi Service
A City Cab
(319) 234-2587
Careful Carrier (319) 242-6562
CJ’s Courtesy Cab (319) 464-2229
Dolly's Taxi
(319) 242-2011 dollystaxi.com
First Call Taxi (319) 233-8294
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Lyft
Book through mobile app
Red's Limo
(319) 235-7023 waterloolimos.com
Uber
Book through mobile app
Limousine Service
Dolly’s Taxi
(319) 242-2011 dollystaxi.com
Red's Limo Service (319) 235-7023 waterloolimos.com
Horse Drawn Carriage/Sleigh Rides
Country Gentleman's Horse & Carriage Service Inc. 3221 Osage Rd, Waterloo (319) 234-2946 Trolley and sleigh rides.
getting around
Boulder Dr roundabout
Step 1: Slow down as you approach the roundabout. Step 2: Observe roadway signs and pavement markings and choose a lane. Step 3: Yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk as you approach. Step 4: At the dash line look to your left and yield to traffic circulating the roundabout, they will not yield to you. Once a gap appears, merge into the roundabout. Step 5: Stay in your lane within the roundabout and proceed according to the pavement markings. Step 6: Use your turn signal to exit and watch for pedestrians while exiting. Do not change lanes to exit. Always assume large trucks and semi-trailers need all available space within the roundabout- give them space and don't pass them! Clear the roundabout to allow emergency vehicles to pass-Do not stop within the roundabout!
Always be aware and drive slowly! For more information on roundabouts along University Avenue, please visit: cedarfallsuniversityaveproject.com
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Agricultural Attractions
FFA Historical and Ag Museum 408 Main St, La Porte City (319) 342-3619 lpcmuseum.com
Hours: May-Nov Tues and Thurs 10am-4pm; Sat 10am-2pm Museum celebrates history, art and culture. Changing exhibits and a visual history of the area’s agricultural heritage.
Hansen's Dairy
8617 Lincoln Rd, Hudson (319) 939-2187 hansendairy.com
Hours: Tours are available Mon-Sat from Apr-Nov by appointment only Hansen’s Farm Fresh Dairy is a family owned and operated farm of 150 milking Holsteins on 400 acres. Visitors can view the entire process of getting the milk from the cow to the table. Walk through and hands on tours available.
Hawkeye Buffalo Ranch
3034 Pembroke Ave, Fredericksburg (563) 237-5318 hawkeyebuffalo.com Hours: Open daily, year-round Hand-feed a buffalo on a wagon ride while viewing wildlife and native plants and flowers. Working ranch; locally grown steaks, burgers and jerky for purchase.
Heartland Acres Agribition Center
2600 Swan Lake Blvd, Independence (319) 332-0123 heartlandacresusa.com Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; Memorial Day to Labor Day: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun Noon-4pm Interactive salute to agriculture features seasonal livestock, renewable energy, farm machinery, classic cars, and other items displayed in enclosed buildings.
National Farm Toy Museum 1110 16th Ave Ct SE, Dyersville (563) 875-2727 nationalfarmtoymuseum.com
Hours: Open daily 8am-6pm; closed major holidays Retrace and retread tractor history at this Dyersville museum. Funloving farm enthusiasts may peruse the museum’s frenzy of mini farm implements. Gift shop.
Amish Communities
Historic Park Inn Hotel
403 N Main St, Hazelton (319) 636-2854
Hours: Docent-led tours available; reservations must be made in advance The last Frank Lloyd Wrightdesigned hotel in the world. Completely renovated and restored with brick and terra-cotta façade and art-glass windows.
Hazelton
Visit stores, farms and shops for bulk foods, baked goods, quilts, clocks, handmade furniture, and harness supplies. Hay and straw auctions and weekly summer produce auctions.
Barn Quilts
Black Hawk County
6510 Hudson Rd, Cedar Falls (319) 268-4266 cedarfallstourism.org
7 W State St, Mason City (641) 423-0689 wrightonthepark.org
Stockman House & Architectural Interpretive Center 530 1st St NE, Mason City (641) 423-1923 stockmanhouse.org
PO Box 403, Allison (319) 267-2858 butlercountyiowa.com
Hours: May-Oct call for available tour times; Nov-Apr tours by appointment only Frank Lloyd Wright’s only Prairie School home in Iowa completed in 1908 for George and Eleanor Stockman. Fully restored and furnished with Arts and Crafts furniture and reproductions of period Wright furniture.
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Other Nearby Points of Interest
Take a step-on or self-guided tour to learn about the barn quilts of local families in Black Hawk County with more than 25 sites.
Butler County
Self-guided driving tour showcases more than 50 traditional quilt patterns painted on barns and farm buildings throughout the county.
705 F Ave, Grundy Center (319) 825-3606 grundycountyia.com
Highlights the agricultural heritage of Grundy County and the folk art of quilting. Self-guided driving tour features large patchwork quilt blocks painted on more than 60 buildings.
Frank Lloyd Wright
Cedar Rock State Park
2611 Quasqueton Diagonal Blvd, Independence (319) 934-3572 friendsofcedarrock.org
Hours: Memorial Day-Oct Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm Frank Lloyd Wright-designed and signed home built in 1950. Site includes Usonian-style home, river pavilion, council fire and entrance gate, all designed by Wright.
Amana Colonies
Amana Colonies Visitors Center 622 46th Ave, Amana (319) 622-7622 amanacolonies.com
Visitors have been coming to these scenic seven villages for over 100 years to experience their unique German culture. Enjoy their cuisine, sip their wine or beer, enjoy their quality handcrafted products, visit a variety of quaint shops or come experience all their fun festivals.
Basilica of St. Xavier 104 3rd St SW, Dyersville (563) 875-7325 xavierbasilica.com
Known as the Pope’s Church, this example of medieval Gothic architecture was designated a basilica in 1956. Home to 5,000 parishioners, it has 212-foot twin spires and 64 stained-glass windows.
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Charles City Whitewater at Riverfront Park 700 Riverside Dr, Charles City (641) 257-6300 ccwhitewater.com
Whitewater course for kayaks, tubes, rafts and boaters. Park features natural amphitheater for concerts, natural play areas for children, and nine-hole disc golf course.
Field of Dreams Movie Site 28995 Lansing Rd, Dyersville (563) 875-8404 fodmoviesite.com
Hours: Apr-Nov Go the distance and visit this family century farm with a baseball diamond carved into its heart. Original site of movie filming.
Illinois Central Depot Museum
1111 5th Ave NE (Route 150), Independence (319) 334-3439 indeecommerce.com
Hours: May 15-Oct 15 Tues-Sun Noon4pm & holidays 1892 Illinois Central Depot located in Independence. Visit our museum, baggage building and caboose. Tours available. Free admission.
Little Brown Church in the Vale 2730 Cheyenne Ave, Nashua (641) 435-2027 littlebrownchurch.org
Hours: Open daily from dawn to dusk The Weatherwax Quartet made the Little Brown Church famous world-wide singing the song, "The Church in the Wildwood." It is still a favorite wedding destination. Sunday services are held weekly at 10:30am. Celebrating their 160th year in 2016. Tours available.
Manchester Whitewater 218 W Main St, Manchester (563) 927-4141 manchester-ia.org
Kayakers, stand up paddlers, and canoeists are able to surf, playboat, and run 6 rapids right in downtown Manchester at Iowa's largest whitewater course.
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Wapsipinicon Mill
319 2nd St, Gladbrook (641) 473-2410 matchstickmarvels.com
Broad Street Brewing Co.
100 1st St W, Independence (319) 334-4616 buchanancountyhistory.com
Hours: Apr-Nov open daily 1-5pm and by appointment; Dec-Mar open by appointment only; closed major holidays Local craftsman Patrick Acton used three million wooden matchsticks to create 16 detailed models of sculptures, complex machines, and world-renowned architecture.
Hours: May-Sept Tues-Sun Noon-4pm 1867 grist mill located on the Wapsipinicon River in downtown Independence. Museum and milling displays. Guided tours available by advance reservation.
Hours: Mon-Fri 4-9pm; Sat 2-9pm; Sun 2-6pm Unique, traditional beers handmade in a vintage English brew house. Experience an English country pub in Iowa.
Wineries & Breweries
Engelbrecht Family Winery 2866 270th St, Fredericksburg (563) 237-5969 thefarmhousebb.com
For a complete listing of Iowa wineries and breweries, visit iowawineandbeer.com.
Old Bradford Pioneer Village
Two miles E of Nashua on Hwy 346, Nashua (641) 435-2567 chickasawtourism.com
Hours: Apr-Dec Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1-5pm. Call for current hours. Free wine tasting daily of the six red, six white, and four fruit wines. All grape wines are produced from their own 11-acre vineyard. Tours in advance, adjacent to the Farmhouse B & B.
Bluestem Winery
305 Third St, Parkersburg (319) 346-1046 bluestemwine.com
Hours: May-Oct Mon-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun Noon-5pm; large groups by appointment Twelve buildings from the area. View Dr. Pitts’ office (composer of “Little Brown Church in the Vale”), restored log cabins, depot, caboose, rural school and more.
Hours: Sat 10am-3pm and by appointment. Call for current hours. Taste and purchase BlueStem label wines and browse the complete inventory of wine making and beer-brewing supplies and equipment.
Fox Ridge Winery 1465 L Ave, Traer (319) 478-8080 foxridgewine.com
Hours: Fri 3:30pm-Midnight; Sat Noon-Midnight; Sun 1-6pm Enjoy a pint in Iowa’s oldest building to house a craft brewery. Experience a variety of handcrafted ales at this neighborhood brewery and taphouse.
John Ernest Vineyard & Winery 3291 N Ave, Tama (641) 484-8048 johnernestvineyard.com
Hours: Tues-Sun 10am-6pm Nestled in the hills of central Iowa above the beautiful Iowa River Valley, along the historic Lincoln Highway. Features grape and fruit wines, with tours of the winery and vineyard available.
Hours: Apr-Dec Wed-Sun 11am-5pm; Jan-Mar open by appointment only Family-owned vineyard and winery. Sip wine on the deck and enjoy the view of the surrounding vineyard and countryside.
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