Annual Events

Iowa Boat and Vacation Show
Iowa's largest boat show, featuring cabin cruisers to fishing boats from over 25 Iowa dealers, plus motor homes, resorts and fishing tackle.  January 25-27, 2008.  UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.
(319) 232-0218

National Wrestling Coaches Association Duals                                                                The Cliff Keen/NWCA National Dual is believed to be the only intercollegiate competition in the nation with all collegiate divisions competing under one roof. January 12-13, 2008. UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls. 319-273-DOME.

E/xpo in the UNI Dome - Indoor Electric R/C Fun-Fly
This is an AMA sanctioned event, limited to the first 150 registered pilots.  Events include non-competitive flying for all aircraft types and pilot skill levels; Open flying with special times for specific types of aircraft (i.e. slow flyers, scale, helicopter, combat and 3-D).  The flying field is 120 yards long with a 158 foot ceiling over the entire flying arae.  Flight line is 100 yards long.  All models must have a flying weight of less than 20 oz.  Manufacturer demonstration flying; vendors; lunch on-site.  Registration fee, spectator fee.  February 16-17, 2008.  e-mail: bhrcp@cfu.net for details.

Hawkeye Farm Show
Nearly 200 companies display over 500 lines of products and services which is attended by agricultural producers from a tri-state area.  There are daily seminars by leading agricultural experts. February 20-22, 2008.  UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.  e-mail: fsusa@farmshowsusa.com
(507) 437-4577  www.farmshowsusa.com

Eastern Iowa Sports Show
Iowa's largest sport show features extensive displays of recreational vehicles, boats, hunting, fishing tackle, resorts, fishing camps and other summer activities. Seminars and Jungle Safari entertain and educate the family.  March 7-9, 2008.  UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.
(319) 232-0218

UNI-Dome Antique & Collectibles Show
Over 200 quality antique and collectible dealers. Buy, sell or trade. March 14 - 16, 2008. UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.
(319) 232-0218

Waverly Horse Sale
Visitors world wide attend this semi-annual sale at the Waverly Sale Barn. Hundreds of horses and all types of equipment are sold. Oct. 2-6, 2007 Waverly, Iowa.  March 25-29, 2008 and October 7 - 11, 2008.
(319) 352-2804

USA Wrestling National Tournament
Kids and Cadets Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament, UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.  Youth from all over the country.  April 4-6, 2008.  319-268-4266.

An Evening in Celebration of Wine & Tulips
Sample over 150 imported and domestic wines of all varieties. Midwestern cheese, bread, fruit, and sparkling water cleanse the palate. Live music and bouquets of tulips complete the ambience. A silent auction of art gifts and services is also held. All proceeds benefit public radio KUNI & KHKE. May 3, 2008.  Park Place Event Centre, Cedar Falls. 
(319) 273-6400 ext. 0

Cedar Falls Municipal Band
Free open-air concerts on the bandshell at Overman Park. Every Tuesday in June & July, 7:30 p.m.  Overman Park, 2nd & Franklin St., Cedar Falls.

Magic on Main
Downtown Cedar Falls comes alive with artists, demonstrations, children's activities, food and more at this annual "Salute to the Arts." Date: TBA. Downtown Cedar Falls.
(319) 277-0213

Sturgis Falls Celebrations & The Cedar Basin Jazz Festival 
The sound of over 20 bands playing jazz, country, rock-n-roll and blues music fills the air in three city parks. Other features include a parade, street fair, carnival, talent contest and continuous entertainment. ALWAYS THE LAST FULL WEEKEND of June.  June 27, 28, 29, 2008 Overman Park, Sturgis Park, Tourist Park, Gateway Park, Cedar Falls.
(319) 277-0996 or (800) 845-1955 Sturgis Falls Celebration Cedar Basin Jazz Festival

Cedar Falls Jaycees Fireworks 
July 4, 2008 -  A 4th of July Celebration of Community, Family and Freedom!  West of the UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.  Classic Car Show begins at 3:00 p.m.; Vendors open 3:00 p.m.; Radio Remote begins 4:00 p.m.; Live Music begins 5:00 p.m.; Car Show Awards 7:00 p.m.; Fireworks 10:00 p.m.

Singin' In the Cedar Valley
Enjoy a week of great gospel music.  Singin' in the Cedar Valley July 14-19, 2008.  Nightly concerts feature the best in Midwest gospel groups.  Special concerts feature popular nationally known groups.  Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls.  
(319) 268-0787

College Hill Arts Festival
Juried arts festival showcasing over 75 Midwest artists presenting original works in various media. Performing arts events are presented in a traditional, open-air campus setting to enliven the festival. Third weekend of July; July 18-19, 2008.  University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls.
(319) 277-4972

Iowa State Trap Shoot
Over 500 gun enthusiasts from 15 states compete for money and prizes at this event hosted by the Cedar Falls Gun Club.  July 22-27, 2008.  Annual Memorial Weekend Shoot May 24-25, 2008.  Cedar Falls Gun Club, Cedar Falls.
(319) 268-4266

Cedar Falls Bible Conference
One of America's largest Bible Conferences, this event presents a tremendous program with nationally renowned biblical scholars, speakers, and well-known religious musicians.  Last Sunday of July through the first Sunday of August; July 26 - August 3,2008.  Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls.  (319) 268-0787

Cedar Trails Festival
A celebration that includes bike rides, music, a fun-run and much more! Featuring a beautiful candlelit night ride. Family entertainment for all ages.  Second weekend in August- August 8-10, 2008.  Cedar Falls metro Area Trails.
(319) 268-4266 or (800) 845-1955

Old Time Power Show
Iowa's pioneer settlement is explained through displays of antique farm equipment at this unique show. Enjoy tractor pulls, parades, demonstrations, flea market, and food.  Daily Admission charged; 12 & under FREE.  Weekend before Labor Day; August 22 - 24, 2008.  Antique Acres, 7620 Waverly Road, Cedar Falls.  
(319) 987-2380
DIRECTIONS:  Located 4 1/2 miles north of Cedar Falls on OLD Highway 218 OR take NEW Highway 218 (Avenue of the Saints) North of Cedar Falls 4 1/2 miles and then C-57 1 mile west and then go 1/2 mile south on Waverly Road.

ARTapalooza
Fantastic juried art show held on our Great American Main Street, downtown Cedar Falls.  Saturday, September 13, 2008.  9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  (319) 277-0213.

Fall Harvest Festival & Scarecrow Contest
Activities for the entire family!  Corn maze, nature crafts, shoppers village, entertainment, scarecrow auction.  Relive prairie days in the Prairie Village! September 21, 2008.  Always the third Sunday in September.  11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, 1927 E. Orange Road, Waterloo.  (319) 226-4966.

Annual Arts & Crafts Show
One of the largest arts & crafts shows in the state.  Furniture, pottery, wood, jewelry, clothing and much more.  Admission charge.  9-5 Saturday and 9-4 Sunday.  October TBA, 2008. UNI-Dome, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls.
(563) 652-4529 or (319) 273-DOME

Halloween on Main
Downtown merchants open their doors for trick or treators, preschoolers through sixth graders are welcome.  Same night as city-wide trick or treating. Downtown Cedar Falls.
(319) 277-0213

Iowa High School Football Playoffs
Iowa high school football teams battle it out to be the best in the state.  First 3 weeks in November.  UNI-Dome, Cedar Falls.
(319) 268-4266

Christmas Walk
The Victorian Home and Carriage House Museum and the George Wyth House Museum will be open and beautifully decorated for the holidays!  Free and open to the public, refreshments will be served and a variety of special entertainment offered at both sites. The lighting of the Sturgis Falls Christmas Tree in Overman Park will take place during this event as well as other holiday activities.  November TBA, 2008.  Cedar Falls Historical Society, 308 West Third Street, Cedar Falls. 
(319) 266-5149

On Going Events

Bingo
Pepsi Pavilion, National Cattle Congress Grounds, Waterloo.  Sundays, Mondays, and Thursdays.
(319) 234-7515

Bingo
Exchange Club, 4302 University Avenue, Cedar Falls.  Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
(319) 277-7855 

Seniors Club
Waterloo Center for the Arts, Waterloo.  (319) 291-4490.  Fridays 1 - 3 p.m.

Center Singers 
Waterloo Center for the Arts, Waterloo.  (319) 291-4490.  Tuesdays 1 - 3 p.m.  Join this free informal chorus.  No dues or registration required, just drop in.  Newcomers always welcome.

FARMERS' MARKETS

Vendors offer fresh produce, plants, baked goods and crafts - all locally grown or produced.  For more information visit: Farmers Market Information

Downtown Cedar Falls Farmers' Market Between Franklin and Clay Street on Third Street, Cedar Falls
Saturday mornings, 8:30 a.m. - noon, Late May - October.  (319) 266-8189

Cedar Falls Main Street Farmers' Market Old Broom Factory parking lot, First & Main Streets, Cedar Falls
Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m., June - October (319) 233-5479

University Avenue Farmer's Market at Hy-Vee Hy-Vee parking lot (near K-Mart), Waterloo    Thursdays, 4 - 7 p.m. May - October. (319) 236-0580

Downtown Waterloo Farmers' Market Between Park Ave. and East 4th Street, Regions Bank Parking Lot, Waterloo
Saturday mornings, 8 a.m. - noon, May 15 - October.  (319) 291-2038

Crossroads Farmers' Market Crossroads Center, JC Penney parking lot across from Regions Bank, Waterloo Thursdays from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m., May - October.  (319) 296-1421

Cedar Valley Farmers' Market Corner of Kimball and Ridgeway in Waterloo, behind the Cancer Treatment Center & KFC 
Tuesdays from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m., May - October.  (319) 822-2464

M.A.P.L.E.S. Farmers' Market St. Paul's Methodist, 207 Louise, Waterloo 
Thursdays 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.  June 5 - October.  (319) 273-7577

La Porte City Farmers' Market La Porte City Park, La Porte City 
Fridays, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. June 27 - October.  (319) 342-2476

Evansdale Farmers' Market 3520 Lafayette Street, Evansdale
Wednesdays from 3 - 6 p.m., May - October.  (319) 291-6109