Brown Derby Ballroom

07/25/2024

Iowa Irish Fest is next week! To set up for their fest, several streets in downtown Waterloo will be closed. Please refer to the map below of when certain streets will be closed and reopened for traffic.

07/23/2024

Downtown Waterloo is buzzing with fun events this July. Don’t miss out on the action - mark your calendars now! Find all of the event details and dates here: https://bit.ly/3BXOdLJ
See you downtown! 🌞

07/22/2024

07/04/2024

There's no other day like the 4th of July—wishing you a relaxing day, however you choose to spend it. 🇺🇸

06/22/2024

Another beautiful wedding at the Brown Derby Ballroom tonight congratulations to the new Mr & Mrs. Faith🥂

03/31/2024

🐇 Happy Easter 🐣

03/19/2024

It’s the first day of spring and we’re gearing up to open the shack! First and foremost we need to lineup this seasons all star cast of bartenders! Message us for more details or stop by Newton’s Paradise Cafe to fill out an application!

03/02/2024

The Brown Derby Ballroom has been elegantly transformed into a candlelit scene, awaiting the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony duel shows tonight.🎼

02/28/2024

🕯 Brown Derby Ballroom is delighted to host Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony and OK Factor this Saturday March 2nd, with concert times at 4:00pm & 7:30pm, get your tickets now here: unitix.evenue.net

Appalachian Spring Meets OK Factor

02/25/2024

Thank you to all that came and made the 1st Pizza, Puzzle & Guzzle a success!! There was lots of laughs,strategizing, and competition!! Our winners were The McNallys team name Getting Jiggy With it with a time of 40.04! With a graciousness of the first team the donated their gift cards to the second place team of Southhall team name: It'll fit if you push hard enough with a time of 50.27! Congrats to all and thank you again! Watch for another one of these events coming soon!
Thank you again to our sponsors
💫Experience Waterloo
💫Screaming Eagle American Bar and Grill
Iowa Irish Fest
Main Street Waterloo

02/14/2024

💘Love is in the air…. special offer, book your wedding 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨 with the Brown Derby Ballroom in the month of February and get $200 off the rental fee!
Email: [email protected] to schedule a showing at one of downtown Waterloo’s hidden
gems 💎

01/28/2024

Main Street Waterloo is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the vitality of our downtown center.

12/31/2023

"New year, new beginnings, new memories! Wishing everyone a year filled with joy, love, and success. Cheers to an amazing 2024! 🎉🥂✨ "

12/19/2023

It's time to get ready for the holidays! Our offices will be closed from December 22nd - 25th so our employees can spend the holidays enjoying family and friends. Make sure to take advantage of our holiday hours between now and then!

12/14/2023

🎄Celebrate the season with us in Downtown Waterloo🎄
🤼‍♀️ Battle of Waterloo Women's Wrestling Thursday, December 14 9am to 7pm at Young Arena
🤼‍♂️ Battle of Waterloo Men's Wrestling Friday, December 15 9am to 9pm and Saturday, December 16 9am to 8pm at Young Arena
🪡 Workshops in the Hive at the Waterloo Public Library
🎤 Karaoke with BeardfFace at The Loft Waterloo Friday
🚜 John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum is hosting their Holiday Celebration Saturday, December 16 from 9am to 5pm
🛍 Downtown Waterloo Saturdays December 16 11am to 5pm
🪡 Handcrafted Market - Waterloo will be at the Waterloo Convention Center on Saturday, December 16 from 9am to 3pm
📚Shop the Basement at the Waterloo Public Library
🎅 Visits with Santa 1pm to 3pm at Anton's Garden
🎼 Winter Concert Series with George at 's Saturday, December 16
🎼Bruce Day at Screaming Eagle at 8:30pm
💡The lights at Waterloo's River Lights Experience will turn to holiday season programming on Saturday night (makes for great family pictures 📸

There is Lots to do in Downtown Waterloo this weekend!

12/07/2023

Getting festive🎄in 🔴Downtown Waterloo🟢!

12/04/2023

Nothing beats a plate of freshly-baked cookies on National Cookie Day! .

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be filled with gratitude, reflection, and love. Wishing everyone a safe and special day

11/23/2023

https://mainstreetwaterloo.ticketspice.com/waterloos-12-bars-of-christmas

11/17/2023

Gear up for the upcoming spectacle: Waterloo Lights the Night! On November 25th at 6 pm, be part of the grand initiation of the holiday season with a vibrant FREE Holiday Block Party right in the heart of downtown. Santa, accompanied by his festive llamas, will grace the occasion. The real star of the night? A breathtaking fireworks display set to ignite the sky at 6:30 pm! Immerse yourself in the festive ambiance with music, games, and a plethora of delights. Don't miss out on the magic! For additional information, visit: https://experiencewaterloo.com/waterloo-lights-the-night/

11/11/2023

Let us honor our heroes on Veterans Day: those who have served, sacrificed, and continue to make our country strong. Thank you for your bravery and dedication.

05/08/2023

Join Tour De Loo on May 11th from 5:30-9PM to experience the latest and greatest in Downtown Waterloo.

Explore new construction, properties undergoing major renovations, and recently renovated spaces. Discover the history behind each location and witness how much Downtown Waterloo has transformed over the past year.

After the tour, enjoy an after party at The Brown Derby (8-9:30PM) with snacks, entertainment, and the chance to win prizes! Tickets are available for $15 each or save with a group package of 10 tickets for $115.

Get your tickets from the link below or at our office!
https://mainstreetwaterloo.networkforgood.com/events/55402-tour-de-loo

01/31/2023

Did you know that the Brown Derby Ballroom is not just for weddings, we hold multiple events for all occasions check out the baby shower photos from one of our parties.

10/31/2022

Looking for a unique venue for your next event, check out the Brown Derby Ballroom
http://www.brownderbywaterloo.com/
Whether it's a wedding, birthday party, baby or bridal showers, celebration of life, holiday parties, we have you covered.
Call today to book 319-233-3147!

Brown Derby Ballroom currently serves as an event space in downtown Waterloo that was build in 1906 by H.M. Reed.

09/08/2022

Bartender for special events. Must be available nights and weekends. $15/hr plus tips.

08/19/2022