Des Moines Civic Center

Des Moines Civic Center - Event Venue in Des Moines, Iowa

Event Space · Des Moines, Iowa

221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

About Des Moines Civic Center

The Des Moines Civic Center is a premier performing arts venue in downtown Des Moines, IA, operated by Des Moines Performing Arts. It hosts Broadway national tours, world-class dance performances, concerts, and educational programs, serving as a major cultural and economic driver in Iowa. The Civic Center is known for its diverse programming and commitment to community engagement.

Venue Details

  • Meeting rooms: 4

Ratings

Google Rating: 4.6/5 (348 reviews)

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Amenities

  • downtown location

Meeting Rooms & Event Spaces

Des Moines Civic Center

  • Type: Theater
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • One of the nation’s leading theaters to experience a touring Broadway performance, concert or other special presentation.

Stoner Theater

  • Type: Theater
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • Flexible black box theater allows audiences to experience theater, comedy, improv and many other special presentations in an up-close and personal setting.

Temple Theater

  • Type: Theater
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, the Temple Theater offers an intimate setting for a variety of performances. The Temple Theater provides an exceptional atmosphere for enjoying live music, theater, and other events.

Cowles Commons

  • Type: Outdoor Space
  • Features: Wheelchair accessible
  • This space features the popular Crusoe Umbrella by artist Claes Oldenburg and lighting sculpture Swirl by artist Jim Campbell. Joining the sculptures is the popular zero-depth Lauridsen Fountain which can be enjoyed throughout the warm months.

Style

urban

Contact

Phone: (515) 246-2300