Principal Park
Des Moines, IA
1 Line Drive 50309
VENUE GUIDE
Principal Park
Plan more than your event at Principal Park. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Principal Park
Make the event easier by staying close to Principal Park and the surrounding Des Moines area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (996 reviews)
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (720 reviews)
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (481 reviews)
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (2,394 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Principal Park & the Area
Principal 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 Principal Park for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Mullets Restaurant Des Moines
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (3,107 reviews)
300mlk
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (118 reviews)
Chelsie’s Courtyard Diner
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (96 reviews)
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (2,638 reviews)
Blaze Pizza
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,528 reviews)
The High Life Lounge
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,866 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
300 Craft & Rooftop
0.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (399 reviews)
Bottoms Up Tap & Patio
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (19 reviews)
Secret Admirer
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (164 reviews)
Shorty's Somewhat Fancy Bar
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (88 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Kava DSM
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Principal Park for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (265 reviews)
Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (354 reviews)
Sukkar
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
The Riverwalk Hub
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (133 reviews)
Starbucks
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near Principal Park for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (158 reviews)
Happy Home Coffee
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (30 reviews)
Attractions
Science Center of Iowa
0.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (705 reviews)
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (3,480 reviews)
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (505 reviews)
Simon Estes Amphitheater
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (119 reviews)
Shopping
MLK River Park
0.2 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (32 reviews)
Southgate Shopping Center
2.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (2,398 reviews)
Wakonda Shopping Center
2.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (21 reviews)
Airport Plaza
2.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Principal Park.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (159 reviews)
Southdale Shopping Center
3.0 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (1,160 reviews)
Shops At Roosevelt
3.1 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (333 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Principal Park. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
300mlk
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (118 reviews)
Chelsie’s Courtyard Diner
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (96 reviews)
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (2,638 reviews)
Blaze Pizza
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,528 reviews)
The High Life Lounge
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,866 reviews)
El Bait Shop
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Principal Park for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (3,082 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
300 Craft & Rooftop
0.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near Principal Park after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (399 reviews)
Bottoms Up Tap & Patio
0.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near Principal Park after the show or game.
Today: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (19 reviews)
Secret Admirer
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (164 reviews)
Shorty's Somewhat Fancy Bar
0.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (88 reviews)
Getting to Principal Park
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Principal 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 Principal Park.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Principal Park hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Principal Park 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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