Experience Waterloo

Keep the My Waterloo Days celebration going into Sunday! 🎉🚤

While the main downtown festival events wrap up on Saturday, the My Waterloo Days Waterhawks Ski Show will take to the water on Sunday, June 7th starting at 6:00 PM. Located at Eagle Lake, this free community performance is the perfect, relaxed way to spend your Sunday evening with family and friends.

Lost Island Waterpark is officially OPENING, and both Lost Island parks start daily operations today Friday, June 5th! 🎉

If you are looking for the perfect family kickoff to summer, take advantage of the My Waterloo Days gate specials running this Friday through Sunday:
Lost Island Waterpark: Just $34 admission at the gate! 🏊‍♂️
Lost Island Themepark: Buy 2 tickets at normal gate price, get 1 free! 🎢
Mini Golf: BOGO round specials! ⛳

⏰ Park Hours: 10:30am - 6:30pm

Hooked on the idea of trying something new? 🎣 Iowa residents can cast a line WITHOUT a license on June 5, 6, and 7!

It’s the Iowa DNR’s Free Fishing Weekend—the perfect excuse to grab the family, round up some friends, or finally learn how to fish yourself.

Find a place to fish! ⬇️
🔗 https://www.waterlooleisureservices.org/browse-parks/

My Waterloo Days returns to Lincoln Park this weekend, featuring three days of live music, community events, and the annual downtown parade 🎶🎡🥁

⚠️ Important Gate and Venue Information:
💳 Cashless Entry: There is a cashless gate. Buy your tickets online or via the QR code at the entrance for $10. (In-person card purchases are $15).
🎒Clear Bag Policy: To speed up security, bring a clear bag (max 12"x12"x6") or a small clutch/wallet (max 4.5"x6.5"). One-gallon freezer bags are also okay!

Check the full schedule above, grab your tickets ⬇️
🔗 https://experiencewaterloo.com/my-waterloo-days/tickets/

So many things to do and see. Waterloo is looking like the place to be! ☀️🕶️

Make sure to check out our new page on our website! We will be updating it monthly with new things to check out: https://experiencewaterloo.com/experience/things-to-do-this-month/

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

Don't forget to save the date for the Cedar Valley Pride Fest 🌈✨
🗓️ August 28-29
📍 Downtown Waterloo

Live music by the river? Yes, please! 🙌🎶

Tonight, the Waterloo Center for the Arts is hosting the Jake Nelson Band at the RiverLoop Amphitheatre from 5:30–9:30 PM.

It’s completely FREE, open to all ages, and features food and drink vendors. Come experience the Waterloo's arts and culture scene tonight!

🗓️ Friday, May 29

Happy National Burger Day 🍔

📍Big Head Burger
📍Rodney's Kitchen

Ready for an epic summer adventure? We’ve got your ticket to fun (for less)! 🌴☀️

Stop by and grab your discount tickets to Waterloo's favorite twin parks. Whether you want to splash the day away or scream on a roller coaster, we've got you covered:

Lost Island Waterpark Tickets: Only $31.50 each 🏝️
Lost Island Themepark Tickets: Only $42.25 each 🎢

How to grab this deal: These discounted tickets are available in-person only at our office. Drop by, say hi, and walk out ready for fun!

📍 716 Commercial Street, Waterloo, IA
🗓️ Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

⚠️ Note: These special rates are only available at our physical office during the hours listed above. Hurry in before your next park day!