Cedar Rapids, IA venue guide
Plan your visit to Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, IA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Only clear bags up to 12 x 12 x 6 inches and small wristlets or clutches under 5 x 8 inches are allowed, and management suggests bringing as little as possible. Diaper and medical bags are permitted after a search, while backpacks, large bags, suitcases and sealed packages are turned away.
Entrances
Doors for most ticketed events open one hour before the listed start time, though this can change by event, and re-entry on the same ticket is not allowed. Guests may go through metal detectors and bag checks before entry, and the Guest Services desk is on the south concourse between the two skywalk entrances.
Upcoming events
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Freshness
Events refresh about every 5 minutes
Venue essentials
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Only clear bags up to 12 x 12 x 6 inches and small wristlets or clutches under 5 x 8 inches are allowed, and management suggests bringing as little as possible. Diaper and medical bags are permitted after a search, while backpacks, large bags, suitcases and sealed packages are turned away.
Verified Sep 27, 2026CREventsLive! (VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids) official site
Verified Sep 27, 2026CREventsLive! (VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids) official site
ADA seating can be bought through Ticketmaster or at the PowerHouse ticket office; it is first come, first served and can sell out, so buying early is recommended. ADA parking is first come on the street and in downtown ramps, wheelchair escorts and assisted listening devices are available through Guest Services, and because the elevators sit outside the ticketed area, staff will escort guests who need one after scanning in.
Verified Sep 27, 2026CREventsLive! (VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids) official site
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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370 1st Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401
The venue does not publish transit directions. Cedar Rapids Transit's downtown hub, the Ground Transportation Center at 450 1st St SE, is a few blocks away, but city buses run weekdays and Saturdays only with service ending in the early evening, so riders heading to night events should check the schedule.
Verified Sep 27, 2026City of Cedar Rapids (Cedar Rapids Transit) official site
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Concourse stands sell arena staples such as pretzels, popcorn, hot dogs, brats, burgers, chicken tenders, pizza and Carlos O'Kelly's nachos, along with Pepsi drinks and desserts, and the menu changes from event to event. Beer, wine and cocktails are sold at most major ticketed events to guests 21 and over with valid ID, and service ends about 30 minutes before the event wraps up. Outside food and drink are not allowed.
Verified Sep 27, 2026CREventsLive! (VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids) official site
Accessible and family restrooms are available on both levels of the arena. For nursing or pumping, a Mother's Room is provided in the adjoining DoubleTree hotel, and guests already inside a ticketed event can ask Guest Services for an escort.
Verified Sep 27, 2026CREventsLive! (VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids) official site
The venue does not publish a merchandise policy or stand locations; merchandise availability depends on the event.
Verified Sep 27, 2026CREventsLive! (VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids) official site
Upcoming events
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