Springing Into Action: What’s Happening This March

From family-friendly traditions to high-stakes sports and unique shopping experiences, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

World’s Greatest Spring Break for Kids

Keep the kids entertained all week long with the World’s Greatest Spring Break. For just $1 per person you can enjoy activities to Waterloo's premier cultural, recreation, and arts attractions!

🗓️ March 16 – March 20
🎟️ Participating Locations:
📍Waterloo Community Playhouse/Black Hawk Children's Theatre
📍Cedar Valley SportsPlex
📍Grout Museum District
📍John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum
📍National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum
📍Phelps Youth Pavilion
📍Volunteer Center of Cedar Valley STEMFEST at TechWorks with Cedar Valley Makers, Hawkeye, and UNI
📍Waterloo Public Library
📍Hartman Reserve Nature Center at Waterloo Center for the Arts
📍Young Arena
📍YWCA Black Hawk County
📍Unite Academy

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Waterloo Black Hawks Hockey

The action is heating up at Party Town USA! March is packed with home games at Young Arena. Whether it’s a rivalry matchup or a themed promotion night, a Black Hawks game is the ultimate way to experience Waterloo’s sports culture.

🗓️ Upcoming Home Games: March 13, 17, 27, and 28.
📍 Young Arena

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Cedar Valley Roller Derby

The Brawlers are back for the spring season and ready to roll! Fans can catch the home opener as the local favorites take on the Racine Root River Rollers from Wisconsin. With kids 12 and under entering for FREE, it’s a high-energy night for the whole family.

🗓️ Saturday, March 14
⏰ Doors open @ 5:30 PM | Bout starts @ 6:30 PM
📍 The Hippodrome at the National Cattle Congress
🎟️ $15 at the door or $10 in advance (cash only) at Mohair Pair, Raygun, or Rudy’s Tacos.

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The Homestead Vintage & Makers Market

This is the can’t-miss market this spring! Featuring hand-selected vintage, antique, and artisan vendors from all over Iowa and beyond, it’s the perfect place to escape the winter blues. Guests can enjoy two days of shopping small with live entertainment and kids' activities right in the heart of downtown.

🗓️ Friday, March 20 (4 PM – 8 PM) & Saturday, March 21 (9 AM – 3 PM)
📍 Waterloo Convention Center
🎟️ $5 per person; Children under 14 are FREE

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Scandal at the Bridgington Ball

The historic Weis Mansion invites guests to step back in time for an afternoon of mystery and elegance. This Mystery Tea allows participants to dress up in Regency-era finery, enjoy tea and snacks, and uncover secrets during an immersive, interactive experience.

🗓️ Sunday, March 15
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Weis Mansion Bed and Breakfast
🎟️ Tickets $45 per person or $80 for 2. Ages 16+

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Things To Do In Waterloo

From festival season in the summer, beautiful trails and parks to explore in the summer and winter — we keep the party going all year long.

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