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Cedar Rapids Tourism

370 First Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, USA, 52401
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Why Choose Our Destination?

Meet in Cedar Rapids and you'll experience more than our "Iowa Nice" mentality. Billions of dollars have been invested into revitalizing the Cedar Rapids area. Around every corner, your attendees will experience something amazing! Enjoy a state of the art convention center, incredible local restaurants and shops, nationally recognized museums, beautiful theatres and so much more.

Venue Details

Hotels78
Convention center80,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms3,200
Guest rooms at 1 hotel-
Special event venues56
Average room rate-
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants125
Daily food cost-
Tax rate-
Venue typeCVB

Getting Here

Distance from The Eastern Iowa Airport airport 9 mi

Location

Local Attractions

Eastern Iowa Airport

Eastern Iowa Airport

Airport
9 mi
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) is the state’s second largest airport in Iowa, with nearly 30 percent of the state’s passenger traffic choosing to use CID for business and leisure travel. The airport also boasts a growing cargo operations, with the three cargo carriers handling almost 50 percent of the state’s air cargo.
2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy SW
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52404
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Prairie Patch Farm

Prairie Patch Farm

Recreation
Experience the magic at Prairie Patch, a private 50-acre wildlife refuge and nature preserve that is dedicated to protecting Iowa’s natural heritage. Hike with the herd of llamas, visit with the goats and pigs, or just enjoy the Iowa landscape. Their llama friends are happy to hike with groups, or visit with people at their meeting locations.
Swisher, IA, US 52338
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Pickle Palace

Pickle Palace

Nightlife
Just a short walk from the downtown convention center, enjoy friendly competition at Pickle Palace! With indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, a rooftop bar and restaurant, plus duck pin bowling, your guests will want to come back for more! Next door to the newly opened Big Grove Brewery.
101 First Ave. SW
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52404
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Big Grove Brewery

Big Grove Brewery

Nightlife
Stop at Big Grove brewery for a taste of Iowa beer! Opened in December of 2023, this beautiful facility is in the newly developed Kingston Yard entertainment district. This space includes a brewery, modern patio, private event space, and vibrant, classic taproom. Walkable from the downtown convention center.
170 1st St. SW
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52404
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Cedar Ridge Distillery

Cedar Ridge Distillery

Nightlife
Cedar Ridge Distillery is a family owned winery and distillery nestled in the countryside just south of Cedar Rapids. They produce award winning wine and whiskeys, including Iowa's number 1 selling bourbon! Visit them out and tour their distillery or enjoy the amazing views and full-service restaurant.
1441 Marak Rd
Swisher, IA, US 52338
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Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre

Theater
Built in the 1920’s, the Paramount Theatre is a beautiful performing arts center in downtown Cedar Rapids. Home to touring Broadway productions, Orchestra Iowa, concerts and numerous other events throughout the year.
123 3rd Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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McGrath Amphitheatre

McGrath Amphitheatre

Nightlife
The riverfront amphitheatre, located on the west bank of the Cedar River, is a special gathering space in the heart of Cedar Rapids. It includes a permanent stage and lawn seating for up to 5,000.
475 1st St SW
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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African American Museum of Iowa

African American Museum of Iowa

Museum
Learn about Iowa’s African Americans in our permanent exhibit “Endless Possibilities” or explore a new temporary exhibit each year. Newly renovated, open in spring 2024.
55 12th Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

Museum
Home to he world’s largest collection of works by Grant Wood, best known for “American Gothic.” Experience an ever-changing selection from the museum’s permanent collection of 5,600 works.
410 Third Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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Theatre Cedar Rapids

Theatre Cedar Rapids

Theater
The area’s largest community theatre in the heart of downtown. Hosting an ambitious line-up of comedies, musicals and classics from September—July.
102 3rd Street SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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Alliant Energy PowerHouse

Alliant Energy PowerHouse

Nightlife
Host to a multitude of events including concerts, family shows, sporting events, rodeos, circuses and more!
370 1st Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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Brucemore

Brucemore

Historical landmark
The Queen Anne-style mansion is the focal point of a 26-acre park-like estate. Activities include tours, exhibits, music festivals, outdoor theatre, garden walks and holiday events.
2160 Linden Dr. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52403
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Indian Creek Nature Center

Indian Creek Nature Center

Recreation
Hike scenic trails, participate in a yoga class, play in the outdoor classroom, relax in the bird room or watch a working beehive. All this and more will be a part of your Indian Creek Nature Center experience.
5300 Otis Rd SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52403
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NewBo City Market

NewBo City Market

Shopping
A year-round public market in the heart of the New Bohemia neighborhood, a place for shopping, dining, meeting friends and enjoying fun activities. The Market is a showplace for small food entrepreneurs featuring the best locally grown and prepared goods Iowa has to offer.
1100 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52401
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National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Museum
The nation’s foremost institution for the collection, interpretation and preservation of Czech and Slovak history and culture features interactive exhibitions, heritage programs, events and a museum store. Located in Czech Village which home to local shops, antique stores and restaurants.
1400 Inspiration Place SW
Cedar Rapids, IA, US 52404
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Cedar Rapids Tourism Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Cedar Rapids Tourism's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Cedar Rapids Tourism have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Cedar Rapids Tourism and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Cedar Rapids Tourism's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Cedar Rapids Tourism developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Cedar Rapids Tourism clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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