Waterloo Convention Center

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

Thank you for this shout out! We are so excited for this event!

10/14/2026

👨‍🍳🔥 Good luck, Chef Zach! 🔥👨‍🍳

We’re proud to have such a talented and creative chef on our team! Our Sous Chef, Zach Gardner, is putting his culinary skills to the test at the 2026 Iowa Culinary Competition on October 19!

Chef Zach showcased his creativity with a Beef Roulade featuring bold, Middle Eastern-inspired flavors and locally sourced ingredients. From the smoked eggplant purée to the smoked elderberry jus and tangy sumac gel, his dish highlights the thought, skill, and innovation he brings to the kitchen.

We’re cheering you on, Chef Zach, and can’t wait to see you shine! Best of luck at the competition!

10/13/2026

🔥 FURY FIGHT SERIES RETURNS THIS SATURDAY! 🔥

Get ready, Waterloo! Fury Fight Series 6: Hostile Territory is taking over the Waterloo Convention Center this Saturday, October 17!

Expect an action-packed night of local MMA, intense matchups, and plenty of excitement!

Saturday, October 17
Waterloo Convention Center | 200 W. 4th St., Waterloo, IA
Doors open at 6 PM | Fights start at 7 PM

Don't wait! Get your tickets today!
Get Tickets Here

Who's ready for fight night?! 🔥🙌

10/09/2026

We’re proud to be the official home of Chaos For A Cause VI: Rise of the Machines! 💥

Join us at the Waterloo Convention Center on Friday, October 30, for an unforgettable night of rock, community, and giving back. We’re excited to host this incredible event and support Iowa Giving Crew’s Operation Give Birds, helping put Thanksgiving meals on the tables of Iowa families in need. 🦃💛

🎸 Support the chaos. Support the cause. We’ll see you there!

10/09/2026

💙 Our marketing team was feeling a little bored today, so we took on the Color Challenge! Can you guess which color we picked? 👀

Come discover the IOMA - Iowa Operators of Music & Amusements Fall Tournament through the color BLUE! 💙 While you're here, be sure to stop by concessions and try our NEW mini donuts! 🍩

10/06/2026

🎯 Are you getting excited for the IOMA Fall Classic?! 🎯

We sure are! We’re getting the Waterloo Convention Center ready to welcome everyone for an exciting weekend of competition, friends, and fun. 🏆

While you’re here for the IOMA Fall Classic, make the most of your weekend in Waterloo! From local restaurants and shopping to attractions, entertainment, and everything happening downtown, there’s plenty to explore between matches.

📍 Planning your weekend? Check out:

Experience Waterloo — Find places to eat, things to do, attractions, and local events.
Main Street Waterloo — Explore downtown Waterloo’s restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and more.

We can’t wait to see you at the Waterloo Convention Center! 🎯❤️

Welcome to Waterloo, IOMA Fall Classic!

10/06/2026

🤖🎃 THE MACHINES HAVE RISEN! 🎃🤖

Get ready for a Halloween weekend like no other! ROCK 108 x Metro Records are bringing CHAOS FOR A CAUSE VI: RISE OF THE MACHINES to the Waterloo Convention Center on Friday, October 30! 🤘🔥

Get ready for a night of crushing riffs, incredible performances and ALL the Halloween chaos featuring:

🧟 Grave Corps
⚡ Backhand Blue
🔥 The Rumours
🤘 NonGrata
💥 Left Of Upside Down

And that's not all… 👀

🎃 Iowa’s largest Halloween costume contest is happening with OVER $2,000 IN CASH PRIZES! Come dressed as a survivor, cyborg, monster, machine—or whatever your Halloween-loving heart desires!

Plus, check out local vendors, artists, creators and community organizations throughout the evening.

❤️ Even better? 100% of ticket sales and event fundraising proceeds benefit Iowa Giving Crew’s Operation Give Birds, helping provide Thanksgiving meals to families across Iowa.

📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ 5:00–11:00 PM
📍 Waterloo Convention Center
🎟️ Tickets: $23

Come for the music. Stay for the chaos. Rock for a cause! 🤘🎃

🎟️ Get your tickets: Chaos for a Cause Tickets- https://www.simpletix.com/e/rock-108-x-metro-records-chaos-for-a-cause-tickets-287799

10/05/2026

🍎 Happy Teacher’s Day! 🍎

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible teachers and educators who make such a difference in our community!

We love working with our local schools and school systems throughout the year, from graduations and award ceremonies to special events, celebrations, and everything in between. It’s always a joy to help create memorable moments for students, families, and the educators who support them along the way.

Thank you for inspiring, encouraging, and shaping the next generation. We appreciate all that you do!

Happy Teacher’s Day from all of us at Waterloo Convention Center!

10/05/2026

We had a blast catering the Main Street Waterloo Dinner Across the Bridge!

Thank you to Main Street Waterloo for including us in such a special event. We loved being part of an evening that brought our community together—great food, great people, and plenty of fun!