Des Moines Civic Center
Des Moines, IA
221 Walnut Street 50309
VENUE GUIDE
Des Moines Civic Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Des Moines Civic Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Des Moines Civic Center and the surrounding Des Moines area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (842 reviews)
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (817 reviews)
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (720 reviews)
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (481 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Des Moines Civic Center & the Area
Des Moines Civic Center is an event venue in Des Moines, IA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Des Moines Civic Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Splash Seafood Bar & Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (593 reviews)
Judges
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (71 reviews)
The Empire
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (72 reviews)
JJ Jasmine Thai Cuisine
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (114 reviews)
Annie's Irish Pub
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (460 reviews)
Revelry Room Bar & Kitchen
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (26 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
American Outlaws Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (294 reviews)
Chambers DSM
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (127 reviews)
Ricochet
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (461 reviews)
the LiFT
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (344 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
The Riverwalk Hub
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (133 reviews)
Sukkar
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Starbucks
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (158 reviews)
Roman Expres Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (69 reviews)
Happy Home Coffee
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (30 reviews)
Common Ground
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (11 reviews)
Attractions
Cowles Commons
0.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (670 reviews)
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
0.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (505 reviews)
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market
0.2 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (3,480 reviews)
Simon Estes Amphitheater
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (119 reviews)
St. Ambrose Cathedral
0.3 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (273 reviews)
Science Center of Iowa
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (705 reviews)
Shopping
MLK River Park
0.4 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (32 reviews)
Southgate Shopping Center
2.7 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (2,398 reviews)
Shops At Roosevelt
2.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (333 reviews)
Park Fair Mall
2.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Des Moines Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (2,142 reviews)
Uptown Center
2.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (876 reviews)
Wakonda Shopping Center
3.1 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (21 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Des Moines Civic Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Splash Seafood Bar & Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (593 reviews)
Judges
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (71 reviews)
Annie's Irish Pub
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 2:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (460 reviews)
Revelry Room Bar & Kitchen
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Des Moines Civic Center.
Today: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (26 reviews)
W-Tao Sushi
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Des Moines Civic Center for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (952 reviews)
Scopri Restaurant | Italian
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (17 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
American Outlaws Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (294 reviews)
Chambers DSM
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Des Moines Civic Center after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (127 reviews)
Ricochet
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Des Moines Civic Center after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (461 reviews)
the LiFT
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (344 reviews)
Getting to Des Moines Civic Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Des Moines Civic Center in Des Moines, IA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Des Moines DART serves the Des Moines metro. Check the transit agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Des Moines Civic Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Des Moines Civic Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Des Moines Civic Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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