The Hippodrome
Waterloo, IA
257 Ansborough Avenue 50701
VENUE GUIDE
The Hippodrome
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near The Hippodrome
Make the event easier by staying close to The Hippodrome and the surrounding Waterloo area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
1.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (750 reviews)
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls
2.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (303 reviews)
Airline Motel & Kitchenettes
3.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (26 reviews)
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls
3.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (502 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About The Hippodrome & the Area
The Hippodrome is an event venue in Waterloo, 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 The Hippodrome for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Rudy's Tacos
0.7 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (900 reviews)
Steamboat Gardens
0.8 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (925 reviews)
Three Amigos Family Restaurant
0.8 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (781 reviews)
Maid-Rite
0.9 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (557 reviews)
Maple Lanes Bowling Center
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (925 reviews)
Kingpin Social at Maple Lanes
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (88 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
BJ's Bar and Billiards
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (119 reviews)
Buzz's Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (244 reviews)
The Lava Lounge
0.7 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (49 reviews)
Chasers Pub
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (171 reviews)
Danny’s On Donald
1.4 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (54 reviews)
Casey's 218 Pub
1.6 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (258 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Embark Coffee Co.
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near The Hippodrome for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (37 reviews)
Caribou Coffee
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (295 reviews)
Sidecar Coffee Shop
1.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near The Hippodrome for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (190 reviews)
Macarons by Sani
2.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (104 reviews)
Newton's Paradise Cafe
2.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,181 reviews)
The Savvy Bean
2.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (235 reviews)
Museums
John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum
1.3 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before The Hippodrome.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,358 reviews)
Snowden House
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (22 reviews)
Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum & Grout Museum of History & Science
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (404 reviews)
Hearst Center For the Arts
3.8 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (128 reviews)
Attractions
Cedar Bend Park
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (80 reviews)
Cedar River Exchange Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (339 reviews)
Sherwood Park
0.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (85 reviews)
Valley View Park
1.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (158 reviews)
Tibbitts Park
1.1 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (161 reviews)
Hope Martin Memorial Park
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (164 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near The Hippodrome. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Steamboat Gardens
0.8 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (925 reviews)
Three Amigos Family Restaurant
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The Hippodrome.
Today: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (781 reviews)
Maple Lanes Bowling Center
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The Hippodrome.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (925 reviews)
Kingpin Social at Maple Lanes
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The Hippodrome.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (88 reviews)
Casey's
1.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (89 reviews)
Pizza Hut
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at The Hippodrome.
Today: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (280 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
BJ's Bar and Billiards
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (119 reviews)
Buzz's Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near The Hippodrome after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (244 reviews)
The Lava Lounge
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (49 reviews)
Chasers Pub
1.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (171 reviews)
Danny’s On Donald
1.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (54 reviews)
Casey's 218 Pub
1.6 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (258 reviews)
Getting to The Hippodrome
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to The Hippodrome in Waterloo, IA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific public transit service to The Hippodrome has not been verified. Check the local or regional transit agency and current event instructions for routes, stops, schedules and special event service near The Hippodrome.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for The Hippodrome. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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