City of Cedar Falls to Host Community Celebration and Ribbon Cutting at Gateway River Park on June 7, 2025

Cedar Falls, IA — The City of Cedar Falls is thrilled to invite everyone to the grand celebration and ribbon-cutting for the brand-new Gateway River Park on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1 PM to 4 PM.

Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon packed with adventure, learning, and activities for the whole family! Dive into the excitement of river surfing with hands-on lessons, watch demos by professional kayakers, and pick up local fishing tips. Families can enjoy games, nature activities, and guided tours of the park’s state-of-the art engineered river features.

What to expect:

River Surfing Lessons

Try river surfing with lessons from CrawDaddy Outdoors in collaboration with Prairie Rapids Paddlers. Spots are limited, so make sure to pre-register!

Guided Tours Join in on a guided walking tour to explore the park’s unique features and learn about its history and accessible design.

Meet the Experts Chat with professional paddlers who’ll be sharing tips, suggesting beginner gear, and sharing information about upcoming lessons and events.

Follow Gateway River Park (@GatewayRiverPark) on social media for the updates, sneak peeks, and all the event-day details.

For questions, contact Cedar Falls Tourism 319.268.4266 | visit@cedarfallstourism.org