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CEDAR FALLS

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Explore things to do
in Cedar Falls Iowa

Home to the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls brings it all together in one easy place. Explore 130+ miles of trails, a walkable historic downtown, year-round events, shops, restaurants, and unique experiences.

ITINERARIES

Spend a few easy days or a adventurous weekend in Cedar Falls.

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A Holiday Shopping Getaway

Couples, Friends

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Panther Sports Weekend

Couples, Friends, Solo

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The Book Lover's Getaway

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Iowa Lovers Cozy Getaway

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FEATURED EVENTS

Plan your visit around Cedar Falls’ signature annual events

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The British are Coming!

Experience the English countryside with the wcfsymphony as violinist Nash Ryder performs Ralph Vaughan Williams’ beloved The Lark Ascending, alongside The Wasps and Ethel Smythe’s lyrical Serenade in D Major.

Feb 28, 2027

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Holiday Pops

Celebrate the season with the wcfsymphony, local choirs, beloved holiday music, and a festive audience singalong for the whole family.

Dec 13, 2026

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Two Prokofievs, Peter, a Wolf, and a DJ

Experience an unforgettable evening with the wcfsymphony featuring music by Sergei and Gabriel Prokofiev, DJ RTST, and guest narrator Ron Steele.

Nov 8, 2026

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INSPIRATION

A few of our favorite moments. From cozy coffee shops and food, to year-round trail adventures and events. 

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STORIES

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Barn Quilts of Black Hawk County

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Meet the Brewmaster Second State Brewing

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Local at Heart

Independently owned spots and one-of-a-kind places that give Cedar Falls its character. Real people, real stories, and places you won’t find anywhere else.

Festive looking patio with chairs, patio umbrellas in front of a light blue building, little free library in view.
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The Ragged Edge Art Bar and Gallery

Bar

Pizza Pie with red sauce all around the pizza pie and parmesan cheese on top of the red sauce
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Villa Italian

Restaurant

Three drinks in clear cups - a coffee drink, red energy drink, and a blue energy drink each with a Cedar Falls Nutrition sticker. Repetitive words in purple in the background - Caffine & Protein.
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Cedar Falls Nutrition

Coffee Shop

Tan building with large black sign above the door and windows stating Ninja\U in yellow letters.
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Ninja U - Ninja Warrior Obstacle Training Gym

Sports Facility

Historic brick building in downtown with large window and black blade sign with white lettering reading Pretty Good Co.
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Pretty Good Co.

Specialty Store

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The Other Place - Main Street

Restaurant

More locally owned spots

Only in Cedar Falls

TRIP IDEAS

Barn Quilts of Black Hawk County

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Meet the Brewmaster Second State Brewing

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Front cover of the Cedar Falls Visitor Guide with custom artwork titled History Illuminated that containes images of UNI along with people on bicycles and other elements

Plan Your Trip
With The Visitor Guide

Come for a lively weekend. Come for a few quiet weekdays. Either way, you’ll probably start planning your next trip before you leave.

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