Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
Des Moines, IA
2251 George Flagg Parkway 50321
VENUE GUIDE
Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
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STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
Make the event easier by staying close to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park and the surrounding Des Moines area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
1.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (753 reviews)
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (802 reviews)
Des Lux Hotel
1.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (848 reviews)
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
1.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (481 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park & the Area
Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park 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 Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Des Moines Biergarten
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (91 reviews)
La Cuscatleca South
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (296 reviews)
Exile Brewing Company
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,734 reviews)
Noah's Ark Ristorante
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,376 reviews)
QDOBA Mexican Eats
1.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (715 reviews)
Noodles and Company
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (661 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Locals Bar & Stage
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (47 reviews)
The Cave DSM
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (83 reviews)
Heroics Sports Lounge
1.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (35 reviews)
Alpine Tap
1.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (111 reviews)
Yacht Club
1.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (286 reviews)
Noce
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (626 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
1.0 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (167 reviews)
Chain & Spoke
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (161 reviews)
Horizon Line Coffee
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (838 reviews)
Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (632 reviews)
Starbucks
1.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (101 reviews)
Caribou Coffee
1.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (754 reviews)
Museums
Science Center of Iowa
1.6 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (705 reviews)
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
1.9 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (505 reviews)
Attractions
Arie den Boer Arboretum
0.1 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (71 reviews)
Gray's Lake Park
0.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (2,440 reviews)
Terrace Hill Historic Site
0.9 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (150 reviews)
Brody School Park
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (22 reviews)
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
1.1 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (53 reviews)
MacRae Park
1.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (612 reviews)
Shopping
MLK River Park
1.6 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (32 reviews)
Wakonda Shopping Center
1.8 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (21 reviews)
Airport Plaza
1.8 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (159 reviews)
Shops At Roosevelt
2.1 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (333 reviews)
Uptown Center
2.4 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (876 reviews)
Southgate Shopping Center
2.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (2,398 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Des Moines Biergarten
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (91 reviews)
La Cuscatleca South
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (296 reviews)
Exile Brewing Company
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Today: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,734 reviews)
Noah's Ark Ristorante
1.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,376 reviews)
QDOBA Mexican Eats
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (715 reviews)
Noodles and Company
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
Today: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (661 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Locals Bar & Stage
1.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (47 reviews)
The Cave DSM
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (83 reviews)
Heroics Sports Lounge
1.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (35 reviews)
Alpine Tap
1.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (111 reviews)
Yacht Club
1.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (286 reviews)
Noce
1.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (626 reviews)
Getting to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
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Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park 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 Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park.
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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