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on Thursday, November 2, 2023
Soak up the atmosphere of twinkling lights and fresh garland, stop for lunch or a cup of hot cocoa and share the fun with a friend. There are a lot of open houses to attend!
November 2-4
Basket of Daisies
Join Basket of Daisies for their annual Christmas Open House and get an early look at beautiful winter décor. While you’re there, enjoy yummy, festive treats and drinks.
Time: Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm, Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 116 Main Street, Cedar Falls
Contact: 319-277-3286
November 4
Barn Happy
You’ll find Iowa-Style Christmas shopping, free coffee and delicious samples of Iowa foods at Barn Happy’s Holiday Open House!
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: 11310 University Avenue, Cedar Falls
Contact: 319-266-0888
November 9-11
Downtown Ingredients
Downtown is kicking off the holiday season with all the right ingredients! While you shop, pick up a recipe card from participating merchants. By the end of your holiday shopping, you will have your very own Downtown Cedar Falls cookbook! #ShopTheCFDistrict
Time: Thursday 10:00 am –Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Cedar Falls Downtown District
Tickets: Free
Contact: 319-277-0213
November 9-12
Calico and Company
More than 60 antique dealers will have their rooms ready for you! They’ll have cider and snacks, too!
Time: Thursday – Saturday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm, Sunday noon – 4:00 pm
Location: 1022 Alabar Avenue, Waterloo
Contact: 319-234-1266
November 11
Holiday Open Houses In Waverly
Waverly’s holiday shopping season kicks off with holiday open houses and a season of savings at participating merchants!
Location: variety of stores in Waverly
Contact: 319-352-4526
November 11
Holiday Arts Festival
Find the perfect gift for the holiday at this one-day fine arts festival. Original works in mixed media, jewelry, glass, metal, ceramics, photography, wood, fiber, and more will be available for purchase.
Location: Waterloo Center for the Arts (225 Commercial Street), Waterloo
Time: Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
Contact: 319-291-4490
Whether shopping on College Hill (23rd and College Streets) or in our downtown district, linger a little longer and enjoy a cup of coffee and lunch at one of our local restaurants or coffee and tea shops.
Want to find a place to overnight or more dining and beverage ideas? Visit Places to Stay, Places to Eat & Drink or call the Cedar Falls Visitor Center at 1-319-268-4266 or stop in at 6510 Hudson Road.
We’d be happy to help!