Waterloo Convention Center

🎅🥞 PANCAKES WITH SANTA 2026 – TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE! 🎄

The holiday magic is coming to the Waterloo Convention Center, and we couldn't be more excited!

We're looking forward to a fun, casual morning filled with family, community, and plenty of holiday cheer! And the best news? Santa has officially confirmed his invitation!

Bring the family, gather your friends, and join us for a morning of pancakes, smiles, and Christmas joy!

Get your tickets today! Follow the link below or give Kara a call at 319-529-0538 to reserve your spot.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-pancakes-with-santa-tickets-2004246719892

We can't wait to celebrate the season with you! ❤️

Waterloo Convention Center Official page for the Waterloo Convention Center at Sullivan Brothers Plaza

Hey we know him! Congratulations Zach!

We are getting ready for the show! Our exhibit hall looks great! You don’t want to miss this show!

Happening tomorrow and Saturday!

Find more information here: https://www.mbsconference.org/

🥞🎅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🎅🥞

Santa is coming to town, and we’re serving up a delicious morning of pancakes and holiday cheer! ❤️

Join us at the Waterloo Convention Center for Pancakes with Santa on Sunday, December 13, from 9:00–11:30 AM! 🎄✨

Bring the family, enjoy a tasty breakfast, and make some magical holiday memories!

🎟️ Want to reserve your tickets? Call today at (319) 529-0538!

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you! 🥞❤️🎅

Catch our Sales Manager, Emily, on the radio today!

👨‍🍳 We’re a day late, but our chefs deserve to be celebrated every day! 🎉

Yesterday was National Chef Day, and while we may have missed the official day, we’re never going to miss an opportunity to celebrate the talented chefs who make the Waterloo Convention Center special! ❤️

We asked our chefs a few questions to learn more about their passion for food, what inspires them, and what they love about working at the WCC. Meet Chef Scott and Chef Zach!

Chef Scott: What’s your favorite part of working at the Waterloo Convention Center?

“My favorite part of working at the WCC is the variety of events we get to be a part of. No two events are exactly alike, and I enjoy the challenges that come with each one. It keeps things interesting, allows me to keep learning, and gives me the opportunity to grow as a chef while doing what I love.”

Chef Scott: What inspired you to become a chef?

“My connection to food started in the kitchen with my mom. Growing up, I spent time cooking alongside her at home, and those early experiences helped build my love of food and an appreciation for how it brings people together. My mom also worked in food service, so food was a familiar part of my life in more ways than one.

As I got older, most of my early jobs were in food service, and I was fortunate to have a few key mentors who helped shape my path. I've always loved food, but just as importantly, I've always had a passion for taking care of people. Looking back, becoming a chef wasn't the result of one defining moment; it was a natural progression that grew from my upbringing, my experiences, and the joy I find in serving others.”

Chef Zach: What inspired you to become a chef?

“I've always been drawn to the creativity of cooking and the fact that there's always something new to learn. I love taking simple, often overlooked ingredients and turning them into something unexpected. Cooking gives me the opportunity to combine history, tradition, science, and creativity while bringing people together through food.”

Chef Zach: What's one ingredient you always love working with?

“Pork. It's incredibly versatile, and nearly every part of the animal has a culinary purpose. From charcuterie and slow braises to stocks, terrines, and crispy skin, there's always another technique to explore. It really represents my philosophy of respecting ingredients and minimizing waste.”

And we have an extra reason to celebrate Chef Zach! 🥇 He recently took home 1st place at the 2026 Iowa Culinary Competition! Congratulations, Chef Zach!

We're incredibly grateful to have such talented chefs on our team. Their creativity, passion, and dedication help make every event special and bring people together through food. Thank you, Chef Scott and Chef Zach, for all that you do! 👏❤️

Thank you for this shout out! We are so excited for this event!