Celebrate CB

• May 5 - 11, 2025
• Bayliss Park

CELEBRATE CB 2025: CB ERAS

Join us for a journey through time as we celebrate the rich history and vibrant future of Council Bluffs! The 2025 Celebrate CB theme, “CB Eras,” invites you to embrace and showcase your favorite era. From the iconic moments of the past to the exciting developments of today, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The weeklong festivities feature a variety of activities to participate in, all designed to highlight the unique spirit of our community. Whether you’re reliving memories or making new ones, come out and celebrate the timeless charm of Council Bluffs with us!

2025 PARADE RESULTS AND PHOTOS!

PANCAKES IN THE PARK

Start your Celebrate CB 2025 Parade Day with a delicious stack of pancakes and a side of community spirit! Join us for a morning of good food, great company, and hometown pride as we fuel up for an unforgettable day of celebration.

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BELONGING IN THE BLUFFS BRACELET MAKING POP-UP 

11:30AM-2:00PM (after the Celebrate CB Parade)
Baylis Park – East Quadrant at the 712 Initiative Tent

With the Celebrate CB theme, CB Eras, we invite you to connect across generations through the timeless tradition of friendship bracelet making! Our Belonging in the Bluffs Bracelet Pop-Ups provide materials for all ages and abilities, making it easy to create a bracelet that represents your favorite era or a lasting bond with friends and neighbors. This activity is a fun way to celebrate community, creativity, and belonging in Council Bluffs!

This free community experience is made possible thanks to generous support from the Iowa West Foundation.

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UP RAILROAD MUSEUM ACTIVITIES

11:00AM-2:00PM

Make-your-own ice cream station and a Morse Code bracelet station on the front lawn (corner by Willow, across from Bayliss). Inside the museum, participants can explore the Eras of Railroading with a scavenger hunt throughout the museum and experience modern railroading technology with UP‘s Tech Team.

FREE ACTIVITIES IN THE PARK

RECREATION ON THE MOVE • COUNCIL BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY • COUNCIL BLUFFS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

PACE COMMUNITY ART PROJECT • HEARTLAND FAMILY SERVICE PEER CENTER ART PROJECT • MAGICIAN JOE COLE • FACE PAINTERS • SKATEFEST • FOOD TRUCKS • SIDEWALK CHALK

CB ERAS SCAVENGER HUNT   

Embark on a journey through time with the Council Bluffs “Eras” Scavenger Hunt! Explore the city’s rich history at various stops, complete fun challenges, and learn fascinating facts along the way. Visit locations in any order and participate throughout the week to win prizes! 

START YOUR JOURNEY. THE SCAVENGER HUNT STOPS ARE POSTED HERE!

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PRESENTING SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSORS

PARADE SOUND SPONSOR

ACTIVITY SPONSOR

PARADE PARTNERS

SCAVENGER HUNT PARTNERS

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

PARADE 2024 PICTURES

PARADE ROUTE

CELEBRATE CB PARADE 2025 LINEUP!

See pictures from Celebrate CB 2023