Rain in the forecast? No problem. A gloomy day is the perfect excuse to explore Council Bluffs with an itinerary packed with local history, good food, games and plenty of indoor fun. Grab your crew, leave the umbrella by the door and make a day of it!
10 AM — Start With Local History
Kick off your day at one of Council Bluffs' most unusual attractions: the The Squirrel Cage Jail. It's the only three-story revolving jail ever built and one of just three remaining revolving jails in the country.
12 PM — Lunch at Cellar 19
After exploring, take a break for lunch at Cellar 19. Choose from made-to-order sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and scratch-made sides, then settle in for a leisurely meal before your afternoon adventure.
1:30 PM — Pick Your Indoor Adventure
Now it's time to turn up the fun! Choose the activity that fits your crew—or make time for more than one.
- Get Competitive at The Hub: Head to The Hub for trampolines, dodgeball, ninja courses, arcade games, and more.
- Challenge Your Crew at Pirate Putt: Grab a putter at Pirate Putt and take on one of its two indoor 18-hole courses. Keep score and see who comes out on top.
- Race at Joe's Karting: Head to Joe's Karting and challenge your crew to an indoor go-kart race. See who can take the checkered flag and claim bragging rights.
3:30 PM — Keep the Fun Rolling at Bowlero
Still looking for more indoor fun? Head to Bowlero for a few rounds of bowling. Grab a lane, check out the arcade, and keep the friendly competition going.
6 PM — Dinner at Barley's
Wrap up your rainy-day adventure at Barley's on the Historic 100 Block. Dig into a burger, pizza, sandwich, or another local favorite, then pair dinner with a craft beer.
Make a Day of It
A rainy forecast doesn't have to mean staying home. Start with local history, grab lunch, pick your afternoon adventure, knock down some pins and finish with dinner and a drink.
Looking for even more ways to stay dry? Explore our guide to Indoor Fun in Council Bluffs for more games, attractions, activities, and places to keep the fun going—rain or shine.
