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  Iowa Event Center

  730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

  • Spaces for 3,000-16,980 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 2 Convention Centers

  The Iowa Events Center is downtown Des Moines' largest event complex, bringing together three interconnected venues — Casey's Center, the EMC Expo Center, and the Community Choice Convention Center — across more than 304,000 total square feet. Owned by Polk County and operated by Oak View Group, the complex opened its arena in 2005, added the EMC Expo Center in 2004, and expanded with the Community Choice Convention Center in 2012, which was converted from the historic 1955 Veterans Memorial Auditorium. The convention center's centerpiece is Iowa's largest ballroom, a 28,800-square-foot Grand Ballroom on Level 4 that accommodates over 3,000 guests and divides into two sections. A recently renovated Junior Ballroom on Level 1 offers 10,560 square feet with its own pre-function space and private entrance. Level 3 holds 21 individual meeting rooms spanning 50,000 square feet, divisible via operable airwalls, while the EMC Expo Center contributes 150,000 contiguous square feet of exhibit space across three halls, each served by covered loading docks. The facility is connected via an indoor skywalk to the adjacent 330-room Hilton Des Moines Downtown and offers 1,400 on-site parking spaces. In-house catering, audio/visual production, and dedicated event coordination are available for conventions, tradeshows, galas, and weddings alike.

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  The Hotel at Kirkwood Center

  7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, USA

  • Spaces for 300-700 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 3 Hotels
  • 3 Total Spaces

  The Hotel at Kirkwood Center is a AAA Four Diamond-rated hotel and event venue in Cedar Rapids, Iowa — and the only luxury teaching hotel of its kind in the nation. Operating as a learning laboratory for Kirkwood Community College's Hospitality Arts program, the property pairs award-winning facilities with a one-to-one employee-to-guest service ratio, a standard that has earned it Four Diamond recognition for 12 consecutive years and the title of Best Banquet/Event Facility from readers of the Corridor Business Journal. With nearly 22,000 square feet of banquet and meeting space, the hotel accommodates gatherings from cocktail receptions for 700 to business meetings for four. The Ballroom — at 7,454 square feet — seats up to 450 for banquets and connects to a 4,100-square-foot Pre-function Area with floor-to-ceiling windows. An indoor Atrium, a formal outdoor garden, and six flexible breakout rooms round out the event offerings. In-house catering is required for all on-site events, and all room setup and teardown is handled by the hotel staff. The property also showcases more than 100 original artworks throughout its public spaces, including hand-blown glass installations and pieces by student, faculty, and local artists — among them "Constellation" by Susan Chrysler White. On-site dining is anchored by The Class Act Restaurant, one of Cedar Rapids' most recognized dining destinations, and the Maikka Lobby Bar.

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  DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

  350 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, USA

  • Spaces for 238-2,335 Guests
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 3 Hotels
  • 2 Convention Centers

  The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex anchors downtown Cedar Rapids with 267 guest rooms and a direct connection to the Alliant Energy PowerHouse arena and convention center — giving planners access to more than 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space within a single property. The venue hosts gatherings of nearly any scale, from intimate board meetings to citywide conventions. The Grand Ballroom spans 12,359 square feet and accommodates up to 1,030 guests for receptions, while the 2,856-square-foot Parlor Ballroom on the 16th floor seats smaller groups in a setting defined by floor-to-ceiling windows and city views. The Exhibit Hall provides 27,300 square feet of open floor for large conferences, trade shows, and seated banquets. In-house catering, a dedicated events team, audiovisual services, and a rooftop restaurant called 350 First are available on site. The property is fifteen minutes from Eastern Iowa Airport and two blocks from the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art and the Paramount Theatre.

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  University of Iowa - Iowa Memorial Union

  125 N Madison St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA

  • Spaces for 80-1,200 Guests
  • 2 Ballrooms
  • 1 Museum
  • 5 Total Spaces

  The Iowa Memorial Union sits at the heart of the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City, just blocks from downtown. Built as a tribute to Hawkeyes who served in World War I, the IMU has grown into a full-service event facility offering multiple event spaces, award-winning in-house catering, and a dedicated event planning team — all under one roof. The venue's banquet and ballroom spaces range from intimate rooms seating around 24 guests to the expansive Main Lounge, which can accommodate up to 1,200 for large-scale events. The International Ballroom features ornate woodwork and a stage, while the Richey Ballroom offers a versatile setting for mid-sized gatherings. For ceremonies, the Danforth Chapel — a 1950s non-denominational chapel overlooking the Iowa River — provides a quiet, intimate setting adjacent to the main building. University Catering handles all food and beverage with customizable menus designed to suit a wide range of events, from wedding receptions to private dinners. Most services are tax-free, and the event services team provides one-on-one coordination from planning through event day.

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• Sheraton West Des Moines

  1800 50th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA

  • Spaces for 1,200 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Convention Center

  The Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel brings together 22,321 square feet of event space and 285 guest rooms under one roof in West Des Moines, Iowa — a ten-story full-service hotel positioned at the interchange of I-35, I-235, and I-80, fifteen minutes from Des Moines International Airport. At the heart of the property is the five-story Atrium Party Deck, a 2,300-square-foot semi-private gathering space ringed by lush greenery and a signature waterfall. The atrium sets the tone for the rest of the venue: a setting where scale and warmth coexist. For larger celebrations, the Convention Center accommodates up to 1,200 guests, with the full portfolio of 16 function rooms handling events from intimate board-room dinners to grand receptions. Wedding packages include a stage and dance floor, tables and chairs, china and glassware, linens, a champagne toast for the head table, and a dedicated catering sales manager. The hotel's culinary team handles all food and beverage in-house, with plated and buffet dinner programs, hors d'oeuvres, and bar service tiers available. Guest room blocks — courtesy (up to 15 rooms) or guaranteed (16 or more) — give out-of-town guests convenient access to the celebration without leaving the building.

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  Elks 290

  407 E Park Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703, USA

  • Spaces for 75-375 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Waterloo Elks Lodge #290 has been a cornerstone of the Waterloo, Iowa community since its founding on October 12, 1894. The current building, acquired in 1917 and expanded with a ballroom in 1924, carries more than a century of history into every event it hosts. With four distinct event spaces ranging from intimate private dining to a grand ballroom, the Lodge accommodates gatherings from 75 to 375 guests. The Grand Ballroom is the flagship space for weddings and large receptions, seating up to 375 guests under soft lighting and fabric-draped chandeliers. Smaller celebrations find a home in the Park Avenue Lounge, Gatsby's Restaurant, or the Brass Lounge. Wedding packages include ceremony and reception options, with dedicated dressing rooms, setup and teardown services, and a rehearsal option for Friday-Saturday bookings. In-house catering and bar service are provided for all events, and the building is ADA compliant with elevator access to every floor and wheelchair-accessible entrances.

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• Ramada Tropics Resort & Conference Center

  5000 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50322, USA

  • Spaces for 50-500 Guests
  • 3 Ballrooms
  • 4 Hotels
  • 1 Meeting Space

  The Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center is a full-service hotel and event venue located at 5000 Merle Hay Road in Des Moines, Iowa, just off the interchange of I-35 and I-80. The property combines resort-style amenities with more than 10,000 square feet of dedicated event space, making it a practical choice for both corporate functions and celebratory gatherings. The centerpiece of the conference center is the Main Ballroom, a 5,200-square-foot space with 14-foot ceilings that accommodates up to 350 guests for banquets or 500 in a theater arrangement. Additional ballroom sections and salon rooms allow for flexible configurations ranging from intimate breakout sessions to large receptions. In-house catering, bar service, and onsite event coordinators are available to support the planning process. Beyond the meeting facilities, guests have access to an 18,000-square-foot indoor water park with waterslides and a poolside tiki bar — an amenity that distinguishes the property for multi-day events and group stays.

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• The Figge Art Museum

  225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801, USA

  • Spaces for 22-400 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 5 Total Spaces

  The Figge Art Museum occupies a striking glass building on the north bank of the Mississippi River in Davenport, Iowa, designed by British architect David Chipperfield and opened in 2005. The 115,000-square-foot structure serves as the region's major art institution for eastern Iowa and western Illinois, housing more than 4,000 works spanning the 16th century to the present — with a collection particularly known for Haitian, Colonial Mexican, and Midwestern art, including the only self-portrait Grant Wood ever painted. The museum offers a range of event spaces for private gatherings, corporate functions, weddings, and social celebrations. The Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby accommodates up to 400 guests for receptions, featuring an open floor plan, high ceilings, terrazzo flooring, and views of the Mississippi River. Smaller gatherings are well served by the Riverview Dining Room and Bar, the John Deere Auditorium with its Italian leather seating and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, and the Mary Waterman Gildehaus Community Gallery. The Nobis Boardroom Suite offers an intimate setting with floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the river. Events at the Figge include in-house audio-visual equipment, a flexible catering policy, and optional gallery tours — giving organizers the resources of a major cultural institution in one of the Midwest's most architecturally distinctive buildings.

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• Stoney Creek - Des Moines

  5291 Stoney Creek Ct, Johnston, IA 50131, USA

  • Spaces for 55-300 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 5 Hotels
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center sits in Johnston, Iowa, just minutes north of downtown Des Moines with easy access to Wells Fargo Arena, the Iowa Events Center, and the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The property draws on a rustic, northwoods aesthetic — log furniture, natural wood finishes, and warm fireplaces — that lends a distinctive character to gatherings of any size. The conference center offers more than seven dedicated event rooms, anchored by the Northwoods Ballroom, which accommodates up to 300 guests for banquets or 400 in theater configuration. The Pioneer Room handles mid-sized events for up to 120, while smaller breakout spaces — including the Meadows, John Deere Room, and Bear's Den — seat groups from 55 to 80. Outdoor patio areas and fireside seating extend the gathering options beyond the main rooms. Wedding packages include a dance floor, lighted pipe and drape, linens, centerpieces, and a dedicated event coordinator, with on-site accommodations available for overnight guests.

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