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!
Start With a Little Local History
Kick off the day at one of Council Bluffs' most unusual attractions. The Squirrel Cage Jail is the only three-story revolving jail ever built and one of just three remaining revolving jails in the country.
Explore the cells, check out the stories etched into the walls and hear the legends surrounding this one-of-a-kind piece of Council Bluffs history.
Grab Lunch at Cellar 19
After a little exploring, it's time for lunch. Stop at Cellar 19 for made-to-order sandwiches, salads, appetizers and scratch-made sides. Add a glass of wine and take a break before the afternoon adventure begins.
Pick Your Afternoon Adventure
Get Competitive at The Hub
Ready to burn off some energy? Head to The Hub for trampolines, dodgeball, ninja courses, arcade games and more. It's a great pick for families, groups or anyone who doesn't want to sit still all afternoon.
Challenge Your Crew at Pirate Putt
Prefer something a little more laid-back? Grab a putter and take on one of Pirate Putt's two indoor 18-hole courses. Keep score, talk a little trash and see who comes out on top.
Race at Joe's Karting
Looking for a little more speed? Head to Joe's Karting and challenge your crew to a race. Indoor go-karting brings plenty of competition to a rainy afternoon.
Keep the Fun Rolling at Bowlero
Keep the afternoon going with a few rounds of bowling at Bowlero. Grab a lane, check out the arcade and make it a friendly competition.
End the Day 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 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.
Grab your crew, pick your stops and turn a rainy day in Council Bluffs into a full-day adventure!
