We're a welcoming community for anyone interested in plant-based food and living in Waterloo, Cedar Falls, and the surrounding Northeast Iowa communities.
You don't have to live in the Cedar Valley to join. If you follow plant-based values and live nearby, travel to the area, or just want to connect with the community here, you're welcome.
Join us to discover vegan food, attend local events, and connect with others who enjoy plant-based living.
Connecting the Plant-Based Community in the Cedar Valley
The Cedar Valley Plant-Based Community brings together vegans, vegetarians, and plant-curious locals who want to explore plant-based food and build meaningful connections.
Whether you've been vegan for years or are simply interested in trying more plant-based meals, you're welcome here.
What You'll Find in Our Community
- Restaurant meetups and vegan food nights
- Picnics, potlucks, and casual social gatherings
- Local festival and event meetups
- Discoveries of vegan food and bakeries in the Cedar Valley
- Support for anyone exploring plant-based living
Upcoming Events
We try to meet about 2-3 times a month. Here's the schedule. More events coming soon!
Spring 2026
- Friday, April 17 (5-9pm): Plant-Based Meetup: SingleSpeed & Sweeney Todd Musical Night
- Saturday, April 25 (5-9pm): Vegan Burgers at Big Head Burger (Eat at Washington Park) & Astronomy Night at the Grout Museum
- Saturday, May 2 (11am-1pm): Plant-Based Meetup at Downtown Waterloo Spring Fling
- Monday, May 11 (4:30-7:30pm): Pablo's Mexican Grill & Palmer's Family Fun
- Thursday, May 21 (6:30-9:30pm): Vegan Pizza & Classic Rock Trivia Night
Event Recaps
Megan McFadden
Who Is This Community For?
Our community includes vegans, vegetarians, and anyone curious about plant-based food.
You don't have to be fully vegan to participate—just interested in enjoying great food and connecting with others.
Serving the Cedar Valley
The Cedar Valley Plant-Based Community connects people across Waterloo, Cedar Falls, and nearby Iowa communities who share an interest in plant-based food, sustainability, and compassionate living.
Join the Cedar Valley Plant-Based Community
Discover local vegan food, meet new friends, and stay informed about plant-based events happening in the Cedar Valley.
Discover Vegan Food in the Cedar Valley
Coming soon, I'll share some vegan food guides and reviews of vegan-friendly restaurants.