- TripBuzz found 32 things to do with kids in or near Cedar Falls, Iowa, including 18 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Waterloo.
- From Big Woods Lake Recreation Area to Falls Aquatic Center the, the Cedar Falls area offers 23 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Theaters, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- Cedar Falls is named after the Cedar River which runs along the eastern portion of the town. University of Northern Iowa the third-largest public university in the state is located there and serves as a central site for guest speakers, sports, theater, and music events. Every June there is also a large celebration of the city with a carnival, parade, food, and performances.
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5.9 Miles
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503 South St., Waterloo, IA 50701
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Dedicated to American combat veterans from Iowa, the Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum has exhibits on every American military conflict since the Civil War. Patrons receive free coffee on Wednesday mornings.
5.9 Miles
Part of a set of museums in one complex, Grout Museum of History & Science features exhibits relevant to the history of pioneers, local flora and fauna, and a public planetarium. It's also home to an immense genealogical reference library.
6.0 Miles
Maintained by the Cedar Valley Trails Partnership, the Cedar Valley Nature Trail is a rugged and beautiful trail appropriate for hiking and biking. It is 52 miles long and intersects many other trails in the Cedar Valley network.
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From popular musicals to original plays, Waterloo Community Playhouse offers a variety of performances for the community. Some of the productions feature live interaction between the audience members and the actors.
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3336 Kimball Avenue, Waterloo, IA 50702
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Open throughout the year, the Cedar Valley Aboretum & Botanic Gardens is spread over 35 acres of land. The facility supports seasonal gardens and horticultural education through classes as well as workshops.
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A 50-lane bowling center, Cadillac Lanes offers open and league bowling along with free bowling lessons. It also provides pool tables, televisions, arcade games, a party room, a pro shop, volleyball courts and a snack bar.
8.2 Miles
Featuring twelve auditoriums, Crossroads Theatre offers recent movie releases using digital projection in stadium seating with assisted listening devices and closed captioning. The theater has a 3-story tall screen, game room and concessions.
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The Thorp Family Fun is an indoor family fun center that hosts school events, girl scouts, sports banquets, day cards, and birthday parties. The facility carries inflatable slides, castles, and moon bounces.
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1927 E Orange Road, Waterloo, IA 50701
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Located on the grounds of Hawkeye Community College, Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens is a free garden space with lots of amenities and activities for families. Kids can play in an extensive play area.
9.7 Miles
Cooling off is fun at the Lost Island Water Park in Waterloo, Iowa. The massive park contains covered water slides, a 'lazy river' inner tube ride, a large wave pool, a water volleyball court and other attractions for patrons of all ages.