The Surf Ballroom in the town of Clear Lake, Iowa is a historic ballroom that once hosted big bands and is the venue where Buddy Holly performed his last concert. As such, the ballroom is famous throughout the United States, as well as the rest of the world. Visitors can join one of the guided tours or can choose to take a self-guided tour of the Surf Ballroom and its museum-quality changing exhibits.
460 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428, Phone: 641-357-6151
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