In case you missed it our 2026 Inspiration Guide just launched! Here is an inside look at all the places it could take you across Waterloo.✨📖 From local coffee shops and must-try restaurants to family-friendly fun, weekend adventures, and hidden gems you haven’t discovered yet — it’s all inside.
📖 Free copies available now with the 🔗 in bio or stop by our office!
Looking for a weekend plan that's uniquely Waterloo? 🗓️👇
Step inside the iconic boxcar of the African-American Historical & Cultural Museum! They are officially kicking off their opening season with brand-new exhibits exploring local heritage, alongside a special community gardening event tomorrow, May 16, from 10 AM to 3 PM.
Run entirely by passionate volunteers for nearly 30 years, this is where Waterloo’s stories are preserved, shared, and celebrated!
⏰Friday-Saturday | 11AM-4PM
🎟️ Adults: $5
🎟️Children: $2 (10 and under)
Waterloo is revving up for a milestone weekend! Join NCC MX for the season opener and their 30th Anniversary 🏁
🗓️ Saturday, May 9
⏰ Racing Starts: 4:00 PM
📍National Cattle Congress
📸 @dakersphotography
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Celebrating 30 Years of Beauty 🌸
Today is National Public Gardens Day, and there is no better place to celebrate than the Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens! 🌿
This year is particularly special as the Arboretum marks its 30th Anniversary. For three decades, these 40 acres have served as a peaceful sanctuary for the Waterloo community and visitors.
🗓️ Upcoming Events:
Guided Garden Walking Tours 🪴
⏰ 9:30AM
🗓️ Every Friday | May-September
Sunday Evening Meditation 🧘
⏰ 6:00-7:00PM
🗓️ Every Sunday | May-September
Bumblebee Expedition Walks 🐝
⏰ 9:30-11:00AM
🗓️ Every Tuesday | Beginning June 2 and running thru September 8th
Whether you’re looking for a quiet morning stroll or a way to learn more about Iowa’s native plants, help them celebrate 30 years of growth in Waterloo!
✨ New Exhibit Spotlight: “Just Dots” ✨
To honor the Arboretum's 30th year, Penny Popp created 30 handcrafted Mandala concrete stones, each representing a year of growth.
📍1927 E Orange Rd, Waterloo, IA
⏰ Sunday: 11-6 | Monday: Closed | Tue/Wed/Fri/Sat: 9-6 | Thursday: 9-8
🎟️ $10 for Adults | $5 for Youth | Ages 4 & Under - Free | Free for Members
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Consider these photos just the "appetizer." 🍽️ Our latest blog post has a whole lot more!
Get the full scoop on Mother's Day dining, experiences, and shopping across Waterloo. We’ve got even more local recommendations waiting for you! 🌻
Read more with the 🔗 in bio!
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Did you know that in 2025, Waterloo hosted over 786,500 visitors?
Are you ready to join the 786.5k? Head to our 🔗 in bio to use our "Plan Your Trip" tool. It lets you save your favorite local spots and plan your trip in seconds!
Comment below your #1 "Must-See" recommendation for people visiting 💬
Happy National Tourist Appreciation Day! 📍✨
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