Support Local Cash Mob
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Do you love your community? The Downtown Waterloo Support Local Cash Mob is a group of people who assemble at local businesses to make purchases. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community right here in ...
LifeServe Blood Drive at NewAldaya
11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Mark your calendars! We’re partnering with LifeServe Blood Center to host a community Blood Drive. NewAldaya Lifescapes Wednesday, July 29 11am - 4pm Snacks & refreshments provided
Windows on Waterloo Webinar - Understanding Our Local Election Process
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Welcome to the Valley: Hot Dogs, Home Runs & Ballpark Vibes
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome to the Valley: Hot Dogs, Home Runs & Ball Park Vibes
Night at the Ballpark 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Night at the Ballpark is an annual fundraiser for The Salvation Army of Waterloo/Cedar Falls held in partnership with The Waterloo Bucks. Funds raised during this family-friendly fundraiser will go toward supporting the resources and programs which ...
Family Movie Night
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Bring the whole family to Hope City's Family Movie Night at our Cedar Falls Campus! We'll be watching the animated film David, an inspiring retelling of the biblical story of a young shepherd who learns to trust God through courage, faith, and the ...
Business After Hours - August 2026
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.
Shop the Valley
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Shop The Valley is a monthly community shopping initiative created by Grow Cedar Valley to spotlight locally owned investor businesses through featured two-hour shopping events.
The Community Crate
The Community Crate is an interactive exhibit that uses local stories and data to explore housing challenges and community solutions.
YMCA Block Party
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Please join us for our Block Party on Wednesday, August 19th from 5-7pm. We will have inflatables, music, and a light meal!
CVYP Wellness: Choose Your Own Adventure at Big Woods Lake
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Step outside, get moving, and connect with fellow young professionals at our CVYP Wellness: Choose Your Own Adventure evening at Big Woods Lake!
Friday Loo
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Friday Loo is Waterloo’s favorite summer tradition and the ultimate way to kick off your weekend. Lincoln Park comes alive with live music, local food and drinks, and the unbeatable energy of our downtown community.
Morgan Kielly
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for a fun-filled day of mini golf, community spirit, and friendly competition at our first Main Street Putt Putt Classic! Open to all ages and skill levels, this event is designed for everyone, from seasoned putt-putt pros to first-time golfers ...
Butterfly Release & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Butterfly Release & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony A day of Renewal, Hope, and Expansion! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/butterfly-release-3 Join us as we celebrate fresh beginnings with a joyful ribbon cutting and a beautiful butterfly release. Step ...
Support Local Cash Mob
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Do you love your community? The Downtown Waterloo Support Local Cash Mob is a group of people who assemble at local businesses to make purchases. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community right here in ...
Taste of Leadership Accelerator Preview
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
FREE – virtual Experience a ‘Taste of Leadership’ and discover the impact of our professional development accelerators at no cost. Sample content from Difficult Conversations, Emotional Intelligence, 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team, and 7 ...
Power Up Small Business
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Power Up Small Business is Main Street Waterloo's educational workshop series designed to help entrepreneurs start strong and grow smarter. Thanks to U.S. Bank, we will be hosting 4 FREE sessions throughout 2026 featuring industry professionals and ...
Food Truck Festival
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The festival will once again take-over RiverLoop Expo Plaza and more, and will feature some of the best food truck vendors from throughout the region!
Black Hawk YMCA Sprint Triathlon
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come join us for our 3rd Sprint Triathlon held at George Wyth State Park. Sunday, September 13th 9:00am
Tee Up Cedar Valley 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This is an excellent opportunity for GCV investors to network in a relaxed atmosphere with investors, community leaders, and potential clients.
Good Morning Cedar Valley - September 2026
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors along with Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong and a Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors representative.
Support Local Cash Mob
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Do you love your community? The Downtown Waterloo Support Local Cash Mob is a group of people who assemble at local businesses to make purchases. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community right here in ...
Saying the Tough Stuff: Leading Difficult Conversations
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Learn to navigate difficult conversations by challenging your faulty thinking, developing a plan, and executing in a way that strengthens relationships and improves outcomes.
Over The Edge
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Date: September 25 Location: TechWorks Campus, Waterloo Take your support for the Cedar Valley to new heights. Over The Edge is a one-of-a-kind fundraising experience where participants rappel down the side of the TechWorks building, all to support ...
CVYP Community Impact: Habitat for Humanity Build
Make an Impact with CVYP: Habitat for Humanity Build. CVYP is rolling up our sleeves for a day of community impact and we want YOU there! Join fellow young professionals as we team up with Habitat for Humanity
2026 IA-CEO Employee Ownership Annual Conference
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The IA-CEO Employee Ownership Annual Conference is Iowa’s must-attend event for business owners, employee-owners, service providers, and community leaders who want to explore the power and potential of employee ownership. Whether you’re considering ...
HOPS for Hospice
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us on October 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the Diamond Event Center for the highly anticipated Hops for Hospice, hosted by the Allen Foundation. This inspiring evening will bring together community members and local craft breweries to raise ...
Emotional Intelligence: Leading From Within
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Learn to deepen your self-awareness, manage responses and emotions effectively, and embrace a growth mindset to lead yourself with greater clarity, composure, and purpose.
Wake Up YP! ft. Madelyn Ridgeway
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Kick off your day with Wake-Up YP, a Cedar Valley Young Professionals (CVYP) event designed to energize, inspire, and connect young professionals in the Cedar Valley.
New Investor Orientation
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Our New Investor Orientation is an exclusive orientation session designed to welcome and engage our newest investors.
Dinner Across the Bridge
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 as Main Street Waterloo proudly presents the second Dinner Across the Bridge. Indulge in an enchanting evening filled with delectable cuisine, lively entertainment, and the shimmering glow of lights, ...
Support Local Cash Mob
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Do you love your community? The Downtown Waterloo Support Local Cash Mob is a group of people who assemble at local businesses to make purchases. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community right here in ...
Business After Hours - November 2026
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.
Small Business Summit 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Small Business & Startup Summit is a one-day event designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs and small business owners at any stage of their journey.
Dueling Pianos & Live Auction
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for Dueling Piano!🎹 It's sure to be a night to remember. Packed with big music, big laughs, and even bigger impact! Help us celebrate nearly 70 years of NewAldaya magic as we launch our Best Foot Forward Campaign, refreshing our campus and ...
38th Annual Festival of Trees (Nov. 17-22) Christmas at the North Pole
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Festival of Trees returns November 17–22 at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center! Tickets go on sale October 10, with all proceeds benefiting MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center. This year’s theme—“Christmas at the North Pole”—promises a ...
CVYP Wellness Hour
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
CVYP Wellness Hour focused on connection, movement, and a little midweek reset
Support Local Cash Mob
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Do you love your community? The Downtown Waterloo Support Local Cash Mob is a group of people who assemble at local businesses to make purchases. The purpose of these mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community right here in ...
Power Up Small Business
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Power Up Small Business is Main Street Waterloo's educational workshop series designed to help entrepreneurs start strong and grow smarter. Thanks to U.S. Bank, we will be hosting 4 FREE sessions throughout 2026 featuring industry professionals and ...
Good Morning Cedar Valley - December 2026
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors along with Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong and a Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors representative.
CVYP "Festive" Happy Hour
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join Us for the CVYP Happy Hour at Cypress Lounge in Cedar Falls!
Business After Hours - February 2027
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.
Good Morning Cedar Valley - March 2027
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors along with Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong and a Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors representative.
Business After Hours - May 2027
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.