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Upcoming Events in Cedar Falls Iowa


January

24 - 26 Iowa Boat, RV, and Vacation Show - Boats, RV's, family vacations, fishing tackle, camping gear, hunting, motorcycles. Live trout fishing, whitetail antler scoring, and fishing and hunting seminars.

FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SATURDAY 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
SUNDAY 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Address: UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Road , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 317-716-2684 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@events-inc.com
Web: boatrvandsportshows.com
Fee: Adults $7.00; 12 & Under FREE, Friday Admission: $6.00. FREE PARKING!!!

February

25 - 27 Hawkeye Farm Show - A tradition of excellence has made the Hawkeye Farm Show a must attend for farmers in the region. The newest innovations in agriculture, ranging from genetics to on board control/monitoring systems, will be on display. Advances in technology are being announced every day. Hawkeye Farm Show exhibitors will showcase the newest and the best of the new offerings. Several exhibitors are offering strategies and techniques to deal with emerging concerns. Power Equipment Companies, Farm Implements and Tools of all kinds, Seed Companies, Chemical Companies, Storage Buildings, and Grain Handling and Drying Systems are all represented at the show. Those attending are sure to enjoy the opportunity to compare all these exciting new products and services in one location. Swank re-emphasizes, "The timing of the show is ideal for planting information and purchases."

Address: UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Road , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 507-437-7969 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: farmshowsusa@farmshowsusa.com
Web: hawkeyefarmshow.com

March

8 - 9 Maple Syrup Festival - All-you-can-eat pancakes. Visit the sugar shack and learn how to make real maple syrup, from collecting the sap to boiling it down into syrup. Delicious maple syrup baked goods. Always the second Saturday and Sunday in March at Hartman Reserve Nature Center. This event is “Reservations Only.”

Address: Hartman Reserve Nature Center, , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 319-277-2187 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: anne_hrnc@yahoo.com
Web: www.hartmanreserve.org/maple-syrup-festival.html
Fee: Adults: $10, Youth 3 - 15 years old: $5, and no cost for children 2 and under.

14 - 16 Eastern Iowa Sports Show - The Eastern Iowa Sports Show offers a wide range of attractions, including a great selection of fishing boats, pontoons, and campers at excellent pre-spring prices. Additionally, there are exhibits related to fishing, hunting, and travel, featuring outposts, family resorts, canoe outfitters, tourism associations, campgrounds, hunting outfitters, fishing tackle, hunting gear, golf cars, all-terrain vehicles, and much more.

FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SATURDAY 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
SUNDAY 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Address: UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Road , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 319-232-0218 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@events-inc.com
Web: boatrvandsportshows.com
Fee: $7.00+ 12 & Under: FREE

April

6 Donot Stop Half Marathon - Cedar Falls - Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!
Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious donut waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15

Half - Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and a an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by Thursday at midnight the week BEFORE the race to be guaranteed a shirt

Address: Peter Melendy Park, 1st St & Main St , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 760) 669-6471 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: support@bodiesrc.com
Web: eventvesta.com/events/97036/t/tickets
Fee: $15.00

June

21IA0503004e043 - Cedar Falls Hometown Half Marathon/10K/5K - Cedar Falls, IA - Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15!

Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by Thursday at midnight the week BEFORE the race to be guaranteed a shirt!

Address: Blain's Farm and Fleet, 219 Brandilynn Blvd , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Web: eventvesta.com/events/98912/t/tickets
Fee: $15.00

27 - 29 Sturgis Falls Celebration - More than 20 bands play jazz, country, rock-n-roll and blues in three city parks. Parade, 5k, arts and crafts fair, carnival, talent contest and continuous entertainment.

Address: Overman Park, Tourist Park, Gateway Park , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 800-845-1955 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: sfalls1@aol.com
Web: www.sturgisfalls.org

27 - 29 Cedar Basin Music Festival - This three-day festival is full of free, live music in a variety of styles (jazz, blues, contemporary rock and folk) at two venues, Sturgis Park and NewAldaya in Cedar Falls.

Ph: 319-268-4266 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@cedarbasinmusic.org
Web: www.cedarbasinmusic.org/

July

27IA0503004e045 - Cedar Falls All American 4 & 8 Mile - Cedar Falls - Join us for the annual All American 4 & 8 mile! A patriotic-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
FREE Ice Cream waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 4 & 8 Mile, 12 & Under are only $15

4/8 Mile registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Time: 8:00am to 11:00am

Address: Gateway Park, 206 Grant St , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 760-669-6471 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: support@bodiesrc.com
Web: eventvesta.com/events/104163/t/tickets
Fee: $15.00

August

31IA0503004e044 - Cedar Falls Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15K - Cedar Falls - Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k! A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Free Kona Ice

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15

5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Address: Blain's Farm and Fleet, 219 Brandilynn Blvd , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 760-669-6471 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: support@bodiesrc.com
Web: eventvesta.com/events/104198/t/tickets
Fee: $15.00

September

28IA0503004e042 - Cedar Falls Cedar Falls Cemetery Walk - From 2:00-3:00 pm, gather at Greenwood Cemetery to learn the stories of those who used and/or donated artifacts featured in our 2025 exhibit, Alphabetical Artifacts. This event will take place rain or shine.

Address: Fairview Cemetery, 1350 W 12th St. , Cedar Falls, Iowa
Ph: 319-266-5149 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: cfhistory@cfu.net
Web: www.cfhistory.org/what-we-do#EventsandPrograms
Fee: $5 suggested donation

Attractions and Upcoming Events




James and Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts and Hea

Gallery features the work of local and regional visual, literary and performing artists with traveling exhibits and permanent works focusing on the art of illustration. Sculpture garden with perennials, birds and butterflies, in bloom from early spring to late fall.

Cedar Falls, IA Art Centers

Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony

Classical and pops concerts, family performances, chamber music and chamber orchestra performances.

Cedar Falls, IA Symphonies

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Department of Natural Resources Aquarium and Hatch

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