Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center
Cedar Rapids, IA
4400 6th Street Southwest 52404
VENUE GUIDE
Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Outdoor • Open Air
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center and the surrounding Cedar Rapids area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Ramada by Wyndham Cedar Rapids
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (754 reviews)
Residence Inn by Marriott Cedar Rapids South
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (460 reviews)
Motel 6 Cedar Rapids, IA - Airport
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (1,565 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids-I-380 @ 33rd Ave by IHG
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (582 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center & the Area
Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center is an event venue in Cedar Rapids, IA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Casey's
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (104 reviews)
Scores on 33rd
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (311 reviews)
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
0.8 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (3,000 reviews)
Los Compadres Mexican Bar And Grill
0.8 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,973 reviews)
Coyle's Hibachi Chef SW
0.9 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (40 reviews)
Subway
0.9 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (167 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
JW's Pub and Grub
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (258 reviews)
Playtime Tap
2.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (269 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Munchi Mochi
1.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (74 reviews)
Scooter's Coffee
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (215 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
2.0 mi from the venue
Coffee near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (120 reviews)
Panera Bread
2.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (809 reviews)
Museums
African American Museum Of Iowa
2.7 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (171 reviews)
The History Center
3.5 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (68 reviews)
Brucemore
4.6 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (532 reviews)
Ushers Ferry Historic Village
5.5 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (200 reviews)
Marion Heritage Center
8.0 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (23 reviews)
The Granger House Victorian Museum
8.2 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (60 reviews)
Attractions
Jones Memorial Park
1.8 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (461 reviews)
St. Ludmila Catholic Church
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (183 reviews)
Van Buren Park
2.0 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (53 reviews)
Hughes Park
2.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (89 reviews)
Hayes Park
2.2 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (213 reviews)
Tait Cummins Sports Complex
2.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (122 reviews)
Shopping
Westdale Town Center
2.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (1,634 reviews)
Edgewood Plaza
3.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (481 reviews)
Cedar Hills Shopping Center
3.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (307 reviews)
Park Town Square
6.1 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (172 reviews)
Town & Country Shopping Center
6.2 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (475 reviews)
Northland Square
6.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,405 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Scores on 33rd
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Today: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (311 reviews)
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 5:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (3,000 reviews)
Los Compadres Mexican Bar And Grill
0.8 mi from the venue
Food near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,973 reviews)
Coyle's Hibachi Chef SW
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (40 reviews)
Subway
0.9 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (167 reviews)
Cancun Mexican Grill & Bar
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,516 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
JW's Pub and Grub
1.3 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (258 reviews)
Playtime Tap
2.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center after the show or game.
Today: 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (269 reviews)
Getting to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center in Cedar Rapids, IA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Cedar Rapids Transit serves Cedar Rapids, IA. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center hosts major race-day traffic and parking demand. Parking lots, camping/RV areas, prepaid passes, opening times and traffic patterns can change by race weekend. Check the track's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, camping, grilling, alcohol, generator and RV rules at Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center have not been venue-verified. Race-weekend rules can differ by lot and ticket type. Check the official track event guide before arrival.
What You'll Find Here: auto racing; motorsports; major live events
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