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CATCH DES MOINES PLANNER'S GUIDE

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CONTENTS

04 About us

08 Venues

20 Hotels

26 Around Town

04 Greetings 06 Our Services 38 Inclusion 40 Staff Listing

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Iowa Events Center Iowa State Fair Midamerican Recplex Listings Sports

Listings

Must-See Attractions Flavor of Greater Des Moines 32 Public Art 33 Historic Hoods 34 Centrally LOcated 36 Downtown map 3

ABOUT

Greetings from Greater Des Moines!

WE LOVE TO PLAY HOST AND IT SHOWS. OUR COMMUNITY IS FRIENDLY, CLEAN, SAFE, AND INCLUSIVE. All those things you’ve heard about Iowa Nice. It’s all true. Our vibe is decidedly warm and authentic and once you’re here, you’ll understand why Greater Des Moines is the fastest growing metro in the Midwest.

In Iowa’s capital city and its surrounding communities, your attendees can enjoy urban amenities and authentic experiences in a welcoming and drivable location (Des Moines is within a days drive for 25 percent of the country!). Greater Des Moines provides adventure without risk, planning without the hassle, and rewards without the high cost.

What makes us unique and different? A 4.4-acre downtown sculpture garden.

Hip, walkable neighborhoods like the Historic East Village and Historic Court District. Authentic eats like Steak de Burgo and Crab Rangoon pizza. The most beautiful capitol building in the country. Not to mention world class event spaces like the Iowa Events Center (with attached Hilton Hotel), Iowa State Fairgrounds, and new sports venues like the Lauridsen Skatepark (largest in the country) and MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex in West Des Moines.

And when it comes to hosting your attendees, rest assured, events are our thing.

An award-winning arts festival. A nationally renowned state fair. One of the best farmers’ markets in America. The Dew Tour. IRONMAN. World Pork Expo. Whether you’re hosting techies or Trekkies, athletes or ag leaders, take advantage of our state-of-the-art events center or choose from one-of-a-kind meeting spots (and yes, we can even host you on a farm).

Catch Des Moines’ friendly and professional Sales and Event Experience teams are here to help you plan your meeting, convention, or event. We can help find the perfect venue, boost attendance with custom marketing materials and social media efforts, and enhance the attendee experience with personalized services and tools. So come to Des Moines, where the S’s are silent, but the planners are singing our praises. Cheers!

Greg Edwards PRESIDENT & CEO CATCH DES MOINES

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700,000 Population

Pronunciation Des Moines.

Only the S's are silent.

hotel Rooms in greater Des Moines

ABOUT

13,000+

FUN FACT

5,000 Largest Hotel Block

2,800+ downtown HOtel rooms

23 Convention hotels

75+ Annual Events drawing in more than 5,000 attendees each

climate-Controlled downtown skywalk

160 Daily flights

¼

of the country

can drive to Des Moines in one day

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Our SERVICES FIND THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO MAKE YOUR NEXT EVENT A SUCCESS! The Catch Des Moines Event Experience team is here to help you brainstorm new ideas to enhance your event. We’ll make it easy for you and your attendees to enjoy an excellent event experience in Greater Des Moines.

Local Expertise It takes a village to

Welcome Materials & Tools

plan a top-notch event and that’s what our team is here for. From facility, restaurant, and itinerary recommendations to ways of marketing your event throughout the city — we’re here to help!

From banners, signs, and letters to ice chests, coolers, and sunscreen, we have it all to welcome your group to the city.

Think outside the box and we will help make it possible.

Create a Unique Experience

Staffing Assistance The Catch

Whether you’re looking for team building opportunities or an insider’s guide on all things Greater Des Moines, we’ll help make your event unique and memorable. We also have equipment and materials for you to utilize and to help elevate your event.

Crew is a group of city experts who are helpful when it comes to promotion and registration tactics. They can be scheduled for your event. Contact your Event Experience Coordinator for more details.

All we need to know is the date, location, time, and the on-site coordinator(s) information to make this possible. *Fees may apply for this service.

Promote Your Event You’ve selected Des Moines and now you need to get the word out. Use our resources to help highlight your future host site with videos, photos, an events calendar, deals and discounts, and so much more!

Greater Des Moines Maps Check out our maps and visitors guide before your event. Take advantage of these complimentary materials so attendees can explore the city without turning on their GPS devices.

Housing Services The Greater

LIONS CLUB

NCAA MEN’S BASKETBALL

Des Moines Hous­ing Bureau provides an online housing service enabling guests to book their rooms at any par­ticipating event hotel in one cen­tralized location using Meeting­max software. Room availability is updated in real-time and guests are able to book 24/7 via a customized web link.

There is a fee for this service, which is included in the hotel room rate.

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USA TRACK & FIELD

IOWA CAUCUS

Host an event at a farm that hosted a sitting president and the pope. Built in 1871, Flynn Barn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is available to rent from May ― October. Because when it comes to playing host, events are kind of our thing, from farm to conference table.

EVENT PLANNING

ABOUT

THE FLYNN BARN, LIVING HISTORY FARMS

Find the resources you need to make your event a roaring success. Select from an extensive list of sought-after decorators, videographers, local printers, and more.

Enhance the event experience with volunteer opportunities or team building activities.

Browse city resources and rental companies to complete your vision. It’s easy to fulfill all your planning needs in Greater Des Moines. catchdesmoines.com/suppliers

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VENUES

Our VENUES

DRAKE STADIUM

GREATER DES MOINES IS YOUR DESTINATION for meetings, conventions, and sporting events. Whether you have a group of 10 or 10,000, the right-sized facility with all the desired amenities awaits you in Greater Des Moines.

It all starts with the state-of-the-art Iowa Events Center, with 37 meeting rooms and 226,000 square feet of total space — over five corn fields worth! If you really want to lean into the Midwestern stereotype, we also have off-site venues like a working, educational farm and the nation’s best fairgrounds. catchdesmoines.com/facilities GREATER DES MOINES BOTANICAL GARDEN

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PAST AND FUTURE NOTABLE CONVENTIONS AND SPORTING EVENTS BMW Motorcycle Owners of America International Rally – 2018

American Cheese Society Conference and Competition – 2016, 2023

Certified Piedmontese IRONMAN North American Championship – 2022

Farm Progress Show – Bi-Annual

USA Gymnastics Junior Olympic National Championships – 2019, 2022

Nike Tournament of Champions – 2020, 2021

Jr. High National Finals Rodeo – 2021, 2024, 2025 P.E.O. Convention of International Chapter – 2019 National Speech and Debate Tournament – 2024, 2025 USA/Canada Lions Annual Forum – 2021 World Pork Expo – Annual Kennedy Center Region 5 American College Theater Festival – 2017, 2018, 2023, 2024 National Governor’s Association Summer Meeting – 2016

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Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Annual Convention – 2018

LPGA Solheim Cup – 2017 AAU Junior Olympic Games – 2014, 2018, 2023

NCAA Division I Wrestling National Championships – 2013

NCAA Men’s Basketball 1st and 2nd Rounds – 2016, 2019, 2023

International Harvester Collectors Red Power Round Up – 2017

USA Volleyball High Performance Championships – 2015

USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships – 2018, 2019

American Public Works Association Snow Conference – 2017

The General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) – 2019 First in the Nation Caucus Dew Tour – 2021, 2022

WORLD FOOD PRIZE

American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators – 2015 BIO World Congress – 2019 LAURIDSEN SKATEPARK

VENUES

Did you know?

Des Moines has 60+ unique venues.

The IEC is a unique combination of three connected venues: Wells Fargo Arena, EMC Expo Center, and Community Choice Convention Center. Potentially the only venue in the country that has hosted the Presidential Caucuses, the American Cheese Society, and Taylor Swift.

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Iowa Events Center

QUICK GLANCE

The Iowa Events Center is the premiere meeting destination in the state. In addition to four levels of convention space, it also includes the 17,000+ capacity Wells Fargo Arena. With an attached 330-room Hilton Des Moines Downtown and a climate-controlled skywalk that connects to downtown hotels, restaurants, and parking, it’s the epitome of convenience. Take advantage of their in-house and on-site marketing, media, AV, and exhibitor services, along with their expert culinary team.

Total 304,000 sq. ft.

Meeting Space 236,500 sq. ft.

Meeting Rooms 40 Exhibit Hall 150,000 sq. ft.

Grand Ballroom 28,800 sq. ft.

Junior Ballroom 10,560 sq. ft.

ADDRESS 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 PHONE (515) 564-8135

DIM E N SIO N S

C E IL IN G HE IGHT

B AN Q UE T RO UN DS

T HE AT RE

C L ASSRO O M

10 ’ BY 10 ’ BO OT H S

Meeting Rooms 101 - 108

1,800 each

30’ x 60’ each

12’

110

180

90

92 total (*8’ x 10’) combined 8 rooms

2 Meeting Rooms (107 - 108)

3,600

60’ x 60’

12’

230

360

180

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L E VE L 1 L E VE L 2

3 Meeting Rooms (101 - 103 & 104 - 105)

5,400

90’ x 60’

12’

340

540

270

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Junior Ballroom

10,560

176’ x 60’

14’

850

1,746

716

59 total (*8’x10’)

Junior Ballroom A

2,650

44’ x 60’

14’

200

463

168

—

Junior Ballroom B

5,400

90’ x 60’

14’

450

891

368

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Junior Ballroom C

2,520

42’ x 60’

14’

200

427

168

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Conference Room

322

14’ x 23’

14’

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—

—

—

Hall B

46,725

267’ x 175’

35’

3,050

4,247

2,270

260

Hall C

49,395

267’ x 185’

35’

3,200

4,490

2,318

281

Hall B & C

96,120

267’ x 360’

35’

6,270

8,737

4,545

541

Hall A

50,806

266’ x 191’

13’

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—

—

236 (*8’ x 10’)

527

17’ x 31’

10’

30

49

30

—

(3) Show Offices

average: 264

average: 11’ x 24’

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—

—

—

—

Hall B Green Room

70

7’ x 10’

—

—

—

—

—

1,000 each

20’ x 50’

16’

80

111

69

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Business Center

L EV E L 3

Meeting Room 301 & 311 Meeting Rooms 302 - 309 & 312 - 319

1,350 each

27’ x 50’

16’

110

155

96

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Meeting Room 310 & 320

1,200 each

24’ x 50’

16’

100

133

81

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Meeting Room 321

950

38’ x 25’

16’

80

111

69

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Office 332 & 333

300 each

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—

—

—

—

—

Full Meeting Room Level

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—

—

200 10’ x 10’ Booths

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Grand Concourse

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—

—

46 + 10’ x 10’ Booths or 48 + 8’ Tables

—

26’4" x 20’

12’

—

Permanent Conference for 12

—

1,315 each

38’3" x 37’3"

12’

100

760

35’8" x 25’2"

12’

—

Meeting Room 401

1,400

25’ x 52’

12’

110

155

78

Meeting Room 402

1,000

25’ x 40’

12’

80

111

69

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Grand Ballroom

28,800

180’ x 160’

30’ - 40’

2,330

3,111

1,929

108

Boardroom 1 Boardroom 2 & 3 Boardroom 4

L E V EL 4

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Pre-Function 60,300 sq. ft.

WEB iowaeventscenter.com

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FAX (515) 564-8001

485

133

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Permanent Conference for 16

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Grand Ballroom A

14,400

180’ x 80’

30’ - 40’

1,165

1,550

964

54

Grand Ballroom B

14,400

180’ x 80’

30’ - 40’

1,165

1,550

964

54

Green Room West

195

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—

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Green Room East

195

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—

—

—

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LEVEL 4 COMMUNITY CHOICE BALLROOM A & B

ONE-WAY SOUTH

LEVEL 3

3RD

COMMUNITY CHOICE MEETING ROOM

CROCKER STREET

ONE-WAY NORTH

FAC I L I T Y OV E RV I E W

Wells Fargo Arena

are Feet: 304,000

235

LEVEL 3

3RD

5TH AVENUE

STRE

llroom Square Feet:

ONE-WAY SOUTH

Rooms: 40

all Square Feet: 150,000

235

2ND AVENUE

Space Square Feet:

LEVEL 4

LEVEL 2

S

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llroom Square Feet:STREET CENTER

on Square Feet: 60,300

CROCKER STREET

CROCKER STREET

330-room s Moines Downtown West Plaza

apacity arena and bar e event locations

EMC Expo Center

LEVEL 1

EMC EXPO CENTER C

105 103

Junior Ballroom A

Junior Ballroom Conf.

C 108 107 Room

Junior Ballroom B

LEVEL 1

102 101

106 105 104 103

PARK STREET

Junior Ballroom A

preferred audiovisual

Junior Ballroom B

Junior Ballroom Conf.

C Room

102 101

linary team

LEVELS one

Two

Three

Four

This 14,000-squarefoot meeting space can be divided into a maximum of eight individual meeting rooms, or combined to create three large meeting rooms. The

This level consists of 150,000 square feet of continuous exhibition space broken up into three separate halls of approximately 50,000 square feet each.

Located on the same level as the indoor skywalk system, this level features 50,000 square feet of space broken out into 21 individual rooms or a combination of settings. State-of-the-art, operable air walls allow for flexibility to accommodate up to 200 10’ x 10’ exhibits.

The Grand Ballroom with an operable wall allows banquets up to 2,330 guests.

space includes a Junior Ballroom, divisible by three.

WELLS FARGO ARENA

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Hilton Des Moines Downtown Hotel

107 106 104

CENTER STREET

3RD STREET

nd on-site exhibitor available

5TH AVENUE

e in-house marketing, public relations services

CENTER STREET

SKYWAL K

SKYWALK

d to hotels, restaurants ng via indoor ontrolled skywalk

pt convention cility

Community Choice Convention Center

108

LEVEL 2

2ND AVENUE

king spaces on-site

Wells Fargo Arena

ONE-WAY NORTH

3RD STREET

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Iowa state Fairgrounds Even if you’re not there to experience the most iconic State Fair in the country, you can still get a taste of what makes it so great.

The Iowa State Fairgrounds offer incredible flexibilty and a unique setting for events. Located just minutes from Interstate 235 and downtown Des Moines, it is an ideal meeting location. There are 14 different venues to choose from ranging from 1,824 to 110,400 square feet. It’s hosted rodeos, car shows, home and garden shows, pork expos, and everything in between!

QUICK GLANCE Total 315.500 sq. ft.

Largest room 110,400 sq. ft.

Classroom capacity 4,500 Banquet capacity 7,500 Reception capacity 10,000

ADDRESS E 30th Street & E University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317 PHONE (515) 262-3111

FAX (515) 262-6906

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WEB iowastatefairgrounds.org

SQ. FT.

T HE AT E R

C L ASSRO O M

B AN Q UE T

R E CE P T I O N

4-H Exhibits Building

41,086

2,500

952

2,304

4,000

Agriculture Building

29,000

1,600

825

1,200

3,000

Animal Learning Center

17,280

1,800

950

1,400

2,000

Cattle Barn

153,276

700

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—

—

Elwell Family Food Center

15,000

1,660

855

1,250

1,570

Grandstand

—

—

—

—

—

Horse Barn

90,272

—

—

—

—

Jacobson Exhibition Center Indoor Warm Up Area

18,000

—

—

—

—

Jacobson Exhibition Conference Area

966

100

50

75

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Jacobson Exhibition/VIP Area/Upper Level

2,200

175

90

130

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Jacobson Exhibition Center

32,000

3,400

1,750

2,500

6,800

Livestock Pavilion

46,776

—

—

—

—

Outdoor Area

19,100

—

—

—

—

Sheep Barn

142,000

—

—

—

—

Stalling Barn

36,400

—

—

—

—

Swine Barn

184,096

—

—

—

—

Varied Industries Building

110,400

10,000

4,500

7,500

—

Varied Industries Building Conference Center Upper Level

8,000

800

400

600

150

Varied Industries Building Meeting Rooms Four (4) Rooms A-D

2,000

175

100

150

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Walnut Center

7,000

775

400

575

750

Youth Inn

11,818

700

600

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IOWA STATE FAIRGROUNDS Parking/Tow Office

WORLD PERCHERON CONGRESS Fun Forest Stage

North parking lot

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Kachunga and the Alligator

CET Center

Accessible restrooms

Campgrounds Entrance

Gate 15 presented

by U.S. Cellular

Baby care stations Phone charging stations

Clydesdales

Wind Turbine & Education Center

SAND

Entrance

Fun Forest Stage

Thrill Zone

SOAPBOX

Map Provided By

Service Center BIKE RACK

STRAW SCULPTURE

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Map Provided By Map Provided By

Sea Lion Splash Wool Riders Only Mutton Bustin’

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Map Provided By Credential Pick Up

Administration Building……..........…........H11 4-H Exhibits Building ....................................N8 MidAmerican Energy Stage.........................G17 L Rastetter 4-H Exhibits Building sponsored by Touchstone Energy MidAmerican Energy Stage with Iowa Realty & media sponsor KCCI Agriculture Building ...................................G15 Bruce Cooperatives of Iowa John Deere Agriculture Building sponsored by Alliant Energy Museum........................................................D20 Forest ....................................................G16 Ralph H. Deets Historical Museum Animal Learning Center...............................E14 Fun HyVee Fun Forest Paul R. Knapp Animal Learning Center sponsored by Christensen Farms Museum Complex ........................................D20 Fun Forest Stage...........................................G16 Richard L. Easter Museum Complex Anne and Bill Riley Stage..............................I11 Fun Forest Stage sponsored by Community Choice Credit Union Anne & Bill Riley Stage sponsored by Pepsi with media sponsor CW Iowa 23 Outdoor Arena.............................................M20 ..........................................................D20 Bob & Deb Pulver Outdoor Arena Cattle Barn.................................................... J16 Gallery Richard O. Jacobson Hall & Kenyon Gallery John & Emily Putney Family Cattle Barn sponsored by Vermeer Parking/Tow Office .........................................C3 Barn...................................... G22 Picnic Shelter..................................................I15 Country School .............................................E19 Grandfather’s Vermeer Grandfather’s Barn Cultural Center ............................................ G19 Grandstand………………..............................F8 Farm Bureau Picnic Shelter Patty & Jim Cownie Cultural Center Pigeon, Poultry and Rabbit Building...........C19 Grandstand sponsored by Coors Light DNR Building..................................................G4 Grand Concourse…………............................H6 Pioneer Hall ..................................................E21 Exhibition Center ...........................................L9 Grand Concourse sponsored by Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Farm Bureau Pioneer Hall Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center Horse Barn ....................................................L12 Political Soapbox.........................................G10 Family Theaters ..............................................G5 Iowa State Fair Police….............…................ I3 Political Soapbox sponsored by Des Moines Register Maytag Family Theaters Service Center...............................................G10 G. Horner & Sheri Avis Horner Service Center sponsored by First Aid Center .............................................F16 Kids’ Zone .....................................................C14 Robert Hy-Vee Health & First Aid Center Legacy Terrace ...............................................G9 Des Moines Register Sheep Barn ...................................................N12 First Church...................................................E18 Principal Plaza at Legacy Terrace Food Center ....................................................J2 Little Hands on the Farm.............................D14 Sky Glider East ......................................F13/F21

JACOBSON EXHIBITION CENTER

Elwell Family Food Center sponsored by Blue Bunny Ice Cream

Andringa Family Foundation Little Hands on the Farm

Sky Glider East sponsored by Sleep Number

Sky Glider West ........................................K4/I13 Sky Glider West sponsored by Sleep Number

Stalling Barn..................................................L22 Stalling Barn sponsored by Van Wall Equipment

Susan Knapp Amphitheater.........................E16 Susan Knapp Amphitheater sponsored by Prairie Meadows with media sponsor KDSM Fox 17

NAIA WRESTLING

Swine Barn...................................................M17 Swine Barn sponsored by Corteva Agriscience

Thrill Town.......................................................L5 Thrill Ville ......................................................E12 Thrill Zone.......................................................G2 Varied Industries Building ..............................I7 William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building sponsored by Principal

Volunteer Office and Credential Pick Up.......O2 Walnut Center...............................................K11 Wind Turbine & Education Center ...............F18 MidAmerican Energy Wind Turbine & Education Center

Ye Old Mill .....................................................F13 Youth Inn..……........................….................K21 Oman Family Youth Inn

FFA Display Building......…….….................K10 Livestock Pavilion..........................................I14

WORLD PORK EXPO

GOODGUYS HEARTLAND NATIONALS

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MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex Opened in fall 2021, the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex in West Des Moines is the latest in the growing number of state-of-the-art sports complexes in the region. Sports are the name of the game here, with a 90,000-square- foot indoor turf soccer field, two indoor ice arenas, four basketball courts, eight volleyball courts, and three outdoor synthetic turf fields. Far from traditional, there are also spaces for trade shows, conventions, galas, and even concerts. All located within minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center and all of the entertainment districts in West Des Moines.

QUICK GLANCE Total Over 66 acres Meeting Space 6,400 sq. ft.

Kum & Go Community Rooms 3,200 sq. ft.

Overlook Room 2,200 sq. ft.

Activities Room 1,000 sq. ft.

ADDRESS 6500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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FAX (515) 222-3459

WEB therecplex.com

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B AN Q UE T RO UN DS

C L ASSRO O M

T H E AT E R

17,000

85’ x 200’

500

650

1,000

17,000

85’ x 200’

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30,000

125’ x 249’

1,000

800

1,000

BU I LD I N G / FACILITY

SQ. FT.

Indoor Ice Arena, Rink #1 Indoor Ice Arena, Rink #2 Hy-Vee Fieldhouse, Basketball (4) Hy-Vee Fieldhouse, Volleyball (8)

31,000

125’ x 249’

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Hy-Vee Fieldhouse, Soccer (3)

88,000

355’ x 249’

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Hy-Vee Fieldhouse, Pickleball Courts

3,500

73’ x 48’

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Outdoor Soccer Fields (3)

270,000

355’ x 240’

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—

Esports Center: 30 High-Powered PCs and Six Consoles

3,800

68’ x 57’

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Kum & Go Community Rooms (3 combined rooms)

3,200

96’ x 34’

140

116

163

Kum & Go Community Room (1 room)

1,066

32’ x 32’

46

38

54

Activities Room

1,000

32’ x 32’

64

38

54

Overlook Room

2,200

32’ x 62’

98

2

131

"Kum & Go"

Multipurpose Room

Community Rooms A, B & C

Esports Center

OUTDOOR Outdoor Field B

Outdoor Field A

"Prairie Meadows Field"

Outdoor Field C

"Scheels All Sports Field"

GREEN STATE TURF FIELD

2nd Floor Overlook Multipurpose Room

Pickleball Courts

Multipurpose Court

Building & Field Layout

WELLS FARGO COURT

Batting Cages

GREG ABLE ARENA

INDOOR

Fieldhouse HSI Hospitality Suite

LR #9

LR #7 LR #6 LR #5

Oak Leafs

LR #3

LR #4

LR #1

LR #2

Multipurpose Room

Greg Abel Ice Arena Rink #1

LR #8

Patty & Jim Cownie Family Ice Arena Rink #2

Hardwood Courts

"Kum & Go"

Community Rooms A, B & C

Esports Center

KUM & GO COMMUNITY ROOM

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SQ. F T

LA RGEST ROOM ( SQ. F T.)

NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS

C L ASSRO O M CAPAC IT Y

B AN Q UE T CAPAC IT Y

T HE AT E R CAPAC IT Y

RE C E P T IO N CAPAC IT Y

C E IL IN G HE IGHT

10 X 10 B O OT HS

O U TS I D E CAT E R I NG

WIRELESS I NT E R NE T

Iowa State Fairgrounds

315,000

110,400

14

4,500

7,500

10,000

10,000

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400

Yes

Yes

Iowa Events Center

286,300

150,000

37

4,545

6,270

17,100

—

—

803

No

Yes

EMC Expo Center at Iowa Events Center

179,626

96,120

8

4,545

6,270

8,737

—

35’

541

No

Yes

MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex

150,000

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—

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Iowa State Fairgrounds William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building

110,400

110,400

7

4,500

7,500

10,000

—

29’

400

No

Yes

Community Choice Convention Center

90,825

28,800

30

1,929

2,330

3,111

—

40’

200

No

Yes

Cowles Commons

80,450

80,150

1

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

State Historical Museum of Iowa

50,000

24,000

10

60

350

500

500

—

—

No

Yes

Palms Theatres & IMAX, The

45,000

1,400

18

—

—

300

136

15’

—

No

Yes

Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center

35,100

35,100

1

2,000

1,850

16,980

3,000

127’

160

No

Yes

Holiday Inn Airport & Conference Center

34,000

12,020

23

840

1,000

1,500

1,000

20’

77

No

Yes

Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack & Hotel

33,332

35,000

26

486

960

1,440

1,500

25’

66

No

Yes

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

29,161

3,460

4

100

220

220

220

—

20

Yes

Yes

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

28,311

14,000

16

850

1,230

2,000

2,200

14’

40

No

Yes

FFA Enrichment Center

23,317

8,000

16

32

480

700

750

—

27

Yes

Yes

Sheraton West Des Moines

22,321

12,000

12

850

750

1,440

1,200

16’

60

No

Yes

Scottish Rite Consistory

21,499

8,232

5

50

500

1,000

500

—

—

Yes

Yes

Living History Farms

21,017

3,192

7

330

160

330

160

—

—

No

Yes

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown

20,000

10,650

15

580

700

1,000

1,200

—

—

No

Yes

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

19,338

9,940

9

576

924

1,080

1,000

18’

—

No

Yes

River Center, The

18,000

6,000

6

—

400

—

400

34’

—

No

Yes

Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines Northwest

15,673

4,500

18

325

375

550

485

—

—

No

Yes

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

15,331

3,649

7

225

250

350

300

13’

25

No

Yes

Toast

15,000

7,800

4

232

425

425

425

10’

30

Yes

Yes

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

13,362

4,200

10

255

270

520

800

15’

20

No

Yes

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conference Center

13,340

5,200

7

200

350

400

350

—

—

No

Yes

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, The

12,058

3,430

6

98

196

280

350

18’

—

No

Yes

Adventureland Park

12,000

12,000

1

—

—

—

700

—

70

No

No

Rewind Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11,490

4,420

6

220

300

320

450

14’

—

Yes

Yes

Reiman Gardens

11,417

3,400

6

184

256

260

500

—

12

Yes

Yes

Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center

10,240

4,575

7

230

300

400

375

14’

—

Yes

Yes

Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines

10,000

5,600

5

400

400

400

400

14’

20

No

Yes

Science Center of Iowa

10,000

4,100

7

175

225

300

400

—

25

No

Yes

Great Caterers of Iowa Inc.

10,000

10,000

1

—

500

—

550

—

50

Yes

No

Rollins Mansion

10,000

3,000

8

—

250

—

600

—

—

Yes

Yes

Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus

9,284

4,290

7

120

250

350

250

11’

—

No

Yes

Ricochet

9,000

9,000

2

—

—

—

60

—

—

Yes

No

Hoyt Sherman Place

8,699

2,860

5

140

150

1,252

225

—

—

Yes

Yes

West Des Moines Marriott

8,634

4,602

9

300

320

450

400

12’

20

No

Yes

Des Moines Public Library

8,446

1,425

8

45

100

300

275

—

—

Yes

Yes

Country Lane Lodge LLC

8,000

6,000

3

300

400

400

400

24’

—

Yes

Yes

Glen Oaks Country Club

7,968

2,758

5

70

120

140

250

—

—

No

Yes

Jester Park Lodge

7,500

3,800

2

258

258

258

258

—

19

No

Yes

Des Moines Community Playhouse

7,184

3,264

5

60

160

200

200

—

12

Yes

Yes

Salisbury House & Gardens

6,907

931

6

100

400

300

250

20’

25

Yes

Yes

Americana Restaurant & Lounge

6,900

6,000

5

60

432

800

—

13’

40

No

Yes

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NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS

CLASSRO O M CA PAC IT Y

B AN Q UE T CAPAC IT Y

T HE AT E R CAPAC IT Y

RE C E P T IO N CAPAC IT Y

C E IL IN G HE IGHT

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Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc.

6,700

2,500

3

110

300

500

600

—

—

No

Yes

Sherwood Forest Event Center

6,600

6,000

2

300

260

300

260

17’

—

Yes

Yes

Courtyard by Marriott Ankeny

6,206

5,280

7

300

200

400

200

11’

20

No

Yes

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

6,030

4,320

10

275

350

500

350

—

10

No

Yes

Summerset Winery

5,692

3,776

2

260

250

250

250

9’

—

Yes

Yes

Iowa Taproom Events

5,340

4,450

2

—

280

450

300

20’

35

No

No

Blank Park Zoo

5,268

10,000

4

350

175

185

195

—

—

No

No

Baymont Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport Hotel

5,187

3,731

6

117

250

—

400

12’

—

No

Yes

Adventureland Inn

5,000

4,100

16

250

250

—

300

—

—

No

Yes

Ramada Ankeny

4,850

2,250

4

96

150

150

150

—

10

No

Yes

Big Room at Mainframe Studios, The

4,650

4,650

1

—

150

—

350

—

—

Yes

Yes

Tournament Club of Iowa

4,509

3,609

2

200

84

145

80

—

—

Yes

Yes

Surety Hotel

4,075

2,965

3

150

140

200

—

—

—

Yes

Yes

West End Architectural Salvage

4,000

1,500

4

—

200

200

214

—

16

Yes

Yes

Des Moines International Airport

3,929

2,126

5

84

240

—

—

—

—

Yes

Yes

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3,210

2,290

7

120

100

200

100

—

—

Yes

No

3,140

3,140

1

160

150

200

200

12’

—

Yes

Yes

Iowa Arboretum

3,094

3,094

3

240

100

—

200

—

15

Yes

Yes

Crown Point Community Center

2,600

1,600

2

—

—

—

200

—

—

Yes

Yes

Jasper Winery

2,084

1,625

3

75

—

2,000

—

—

—

Yes

No

Clive Special Events Building

1,960

1,960

1

—

48

40

40

—

—

No

Yes

Simpson Barn, The

1,800

1,800

1

—

—

2,744

—

—

11

No

Yes

Jamie Hurd Amphitheater

1,550

2,000

1

—

70

—

125

—

—

No

Yes

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Des Moines Airport

1,441

625

3

36

45

—

75

—

—

No

Yes

Des Moines Civic Center

1,375

1,375

6

—

80

100

100

—

—

No

Yes

Gilroy’s

1,300

700

2

45

40

90

50

9’

6

Yes

Yes

Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company

1,217

517

3

—

72

90

90

12’

6

Yes

Yes

Noah’s Ark Restaurant, Lounge & Bakery

1,200

1,200

2

40

60

60

60

12’

6

No

Yes

Best Western Premier Ankeny

1,200

1,200

1

60

50

—

75

10’

—

No

Yes

Your Private Bar

1,200

1,156

1

72

—

—

—

—

—

Yes

Yes

AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village

1,136

836

3

36

—

1,500

500

—

—

Yes

No

Beerhouse, The

720

720

1

50

—

—

120

—

—

No

No

TownePlace Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek

280

280

1

12

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater

126

1,500

1

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Raccoon River Nature Lodge

120

120

1

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Markey’s

—

—

—

—

350

204

350

11’

—

No

Yes

Christiani’s VIP Catering & Events

—

—

—

—

200

—

200

—

—

Yes

Yes

Local Bites

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Grand View University

—

250

25

18

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Indianola Activity Center

—

—

1

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Hall, The

—

—

—

—

65

—

150

—

—

No

No

Justice League of Food

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Tupelo Honey

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

New Northwestern, The

—

—

2

—

—

—

—

—

—

No

No

Whatcha Smokin’ BBQ + Brew

—

—

—

—

—

—

250

—

—

No

No

30hop

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

Destination Grille LLC

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

Shop DSM, The

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

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TOTAL RO O M S

RE STAURAN T

N UM B E R O F M E E T IN G RO O M S

B AN Q UE T CAPAC IT Y

L ARGE ST RO O M (SQ. FT. )

CE I L I NG HEIGHT

AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village

109

Yes

3

60

836

12’

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

155

No

1

16

300

9’

H OTEL NA ME

Des Lux Hotel

51

No

1

—

300

12’

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

413

Yes

16

1,230

14,000

14’

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown

234

Yes

15

700

10,650

—

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

91

No

—

—

—

—

Hampton Inn & Suites - Downtown

131

No

2

107

—

—

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

330

Yes

9

924

9,940

18’

Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus

251

Yes

7

250

4,290

11’

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown

102

No

3

180

1,050

—

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

287

Yes

10

270

4,200

15’

Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown

93

No

4

40

675

12’

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

209

Yes

7

250

3,649

13’

Residence Inn Des Moines - Downtown

127

No

1

—

400

—

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown

111

No

1

—

618

10’

Surety Hotel

137

Yes

3

150

2,965

—

Adventureland Inn

175

Yes

16

280

4,100

20’

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

85

No

—

—

—

—

Comfort Inn - Altoona

69

No

—

—

—

—

EconoLodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

69

No

—

—

—

—

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

107

No

—

—

—

—

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona

90

No

1

60

720

12’

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Altoona

80

No

2

50

432

—

Hyatt Place Hotel - Altoona

2

50

972

9’

112

Yes

La Quinta Inn & Suites Altoona Des Moines

80

No

1

—

500

—

Motel 6 - Altoona

115

No

—

—

—

—

Motel 8

18

No

—

—

—

—

MyPlace - Altoona

64

No

—

—

—

—

Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack & Hotel

168

Yes

26

960

35,000

25’

Quality Inn & Suites - Altoona

47

No

—

—

—

—

Redwood Motel

15

No

—

—

—

—

Sleep Inn & Suites - Pleasant Hill

77

No

2

50

800

—

Super 8 - Altoona

67

No

1

40

800

—

WoodSpring Suites - Pleasant Hill

105

No

—

—

—

—

AmericInn Lodge & Suites - Ankeny

57

No

—

—

—

—

Baymont Inn & Suites

75

No

2

80

2,200

—

Best Western Premier - Ankeny

84

No

1

40

1,200

9’

Budget Inn & Suites

97

Yes

2

75

600

—

Comfort Inn & Suites - Ankeny

67

No

1

40

800

—

Country Inn - Ankeny

63

No

1

20

528

—

Courtyard by Marriott - Ankeny

119

Yes

7

432

5,280

13’

Days Inn - Ankeny

50

No

—

—

—

—

EconoLodge - Ankeny

56

No

—

—

—

—

Hampton Inn & Suites - Ankeny

77

No

1

40

897

—

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Ankeny

94

No

—

—

—

—

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines/Ankeny

92

No

1

32

644

9’

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Ankeny

75

No

—

—

—

—

Motel 6 - Des Moines North

115

No

—

—

—

—

NORT H NORT H W E ST

RE STAURAN T

N UM B E R O F M E E T IN G RO O M S

B AN Q UE T CAPAC IT Y

L ARGE ST RO O M (SQ. FT. )

C E I L I NG HEIGHT

MyPlace - Ankeny

46

No

—

—

—

—

Palace Inn

12

No

—

—

—

—

Quality Inn

48

No

—

—

—

—

Quality Inn & Suites - Ankeny

57

No

1

25

500

—

Qube Hotel

44

No

—

—

—

—

Ramada Ankeny

115

Yes

4

175

2,250

—

Red Roof Inn

57

No

—

—

—

—

Residence Inn by Marriott Ankeny

90

No

1

24

528

10’

Sleep Inn & Suites - Ankeny

67

No

—

—

—

—

Super 8

64

No

—

—

—

—

Super 8 - Ankeny

45

No

—

—

—

—

WoodSpring Suites - Ankeny

105

No

—

—

—

—

American Inn & Suites

50

No

—

—

—

—

AmericInn Hotel & Suites - Johnston

89

No

2

40

500

—

AmericInn Lodge & Suites

53

No

1

56

644

—

EconoLodge - Urbandale

58

No

—

—

—

—

EconoLodge Inn & Suites Merle Hay

141

No

—

—

—

—

Extended Stay America Urbandale

104

No

—

—

—

—

Fairfield Inn & Suites - Urbandale

80

No

1

100

3,000

—

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

95

No

1

—

2,000

—

Hilton Garden Inn - Des Moines/Urbandale

148

Yes

10

300

4,320

—

Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines Northwest

198

Yes

18

375

4,500

—

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Urbandale

40

900

—

93

No

1

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines Drake University

124

No

2

—

702

12’

Hotel Renovo

102

No

3

70

871

32’

Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale

76

No

2

30

611

—

Motel Relax

61

No

—

—

—

—

Quality Inn & Suites - Merle Hay

116

No

1

56

675

—

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conference Center

166

Yes

7

350

5,200

—

Revel Hotel

110

Yes

1

40

700

7’

Royal Motel

11

No

—

—

—

—

Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center

164

No

7

300

4,575

14’

Super 8 - Urbandale

58

No

—

—

—

—

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines/ Urbandale

116

No

2

40

696

8’

Wildwood Lodge

103

No

2

80

1,020

7’

Windsor Court

41

No

—

—

—

—

A-1 Motel

21

No

—

—

—

—

AmericInn Hotel & Suites Des Moines Airport

63

No

—

—

—

—

Baymont Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport Hotel

56

No

6

250

3,731

9’

Country Inn & Suites - Indianola

71

No

1

—

781

—

Cozy Rest Motel

83

No

—

—

—

—

Days Inn & Suites - Airport

128

No

1

20

500

—

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Des Moines Airport

100

Yes

3

48

625

—

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

82

No

—

—

—

—

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RE STAURAN T

N UM B E R O F M E E T IN G RO O M S

B AN Q UE T CAPAC IT Y

L ARGE ST RO O M (SQ. FT. )

C E IL IN G HE IGHT

Hampton Inn - Airport

120

No

—

—

—

—

Hawkeye Motel

32

No

—

—

—

—

Holiday Inn Airport & Conference Center

214

Yes

23

1,000

12,020

20’

Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport

105

No

—

—

—

—

Hotel Pommier

56

No

—

—

—

—

Quality Inn & Suites - Indianola

44

No

—

—

—

—

Quality Inn & Suites at Des Moines Airport

55

No

—

—

—

—

Ramada Des Moines Airport Hotel and Convention Center

142

Yes

10

380

4,402

—

Best Western PLUS Des Moines West

62

No

1

20

1,100

—

Comfort Inn and Suites West Des Moines

87

No

1

—

—

—

Country Inn & Suites Des Moines West

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Courtyard by Marriott West Des Moines at Jordan Creek

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Courtyard by Marriott West/Clive

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Days Inn Des Moines West/Clive

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Days Inn West Des Moines

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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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Element West Des Moines

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Extended Stay America West Des Moines

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott West Des Moines

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Hampton Inn & Suites Mills Civic Parkway

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Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

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Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines

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Homewood Suites West

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La Quinta Inn

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Motel 6 - Des Moines West

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Residence Inn by Marriott

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Rewind Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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Sheraton - West Des Moines

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Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott West Des Moines

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Super 8 - West Des Moines/Clive

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TownePlace Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek

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HOTEL NA ME

Set in the heart of vibrant downtown, the Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers amazing amenities and superior service. Experience Meetings Imagined, a digital innovation which creates a meeting designed and delivered to inspire. Whether a business or social event, this hotel boasts 28,000 square feet of event space and the largest events space in Des Moines. Fuel up or socialize in two on-site restaurants: Rock River Grill and Mash + Marrow. They look forward to making your stay in downtown Des Moines comfortable, rewarding, and satisfying.

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Des Moines Exhibit Hall

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189

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441

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288

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189

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189

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80

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Hilton Des Moines Downtown is directly connected to the Iowa Events Center.

Only five miles to the airport and convenient access just off Interstate 235, the hotel is surrounded by local dining, major businesses, and close to nearby downtown attractions like the Iowa State Capitol and the renowned Downtown Farmers’ Market. The modern guestrooms are spacious and comfortable and include refrigerators, laptop safes, and USB charging ports. Park Street Kitchen and Bar, indoor pool, fitness center, and technology lounge are just a few of the amenities to ensure a memorable experience.

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GETTING AROUND Navigating Greater Des Moines is a breeze. Upon arrival, your attendees will appreciate the short, 10 minute drive from the airport to downtown, quick and easy commute to and from the suburbs. Attendees also enjoy the walk-ability of downtown Des Moines and 4-mile climatecontrolled skywalk. Rideshare services, including hotel shuttles, are readily available, as well as bike rentals and 800+ miles of connected recreational trails.

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Did you Know?

Des Moines was originally named Fort Raccoon.

DOWNTOWN DES MOINES IS EMERGING, progressive, and probably not at all what you think. It is clean, safe, fun, and welcoming. It’s culture without the cost. Art without the attitude. Walkable without the worry.

Whether your experience involves sampling the greatest hits – tenderloins, the State Capitol building, John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park – or discovering the deep tracks – Crab Rangoon Pizza, West End Salvage, a 6-mile art route – downtown Des Moines will surprise and delight at every turn (and with every bite).

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Average Summer Temperature:

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VISITORS RAVE ABOUT OUR ICONIC festivals and events, farm-to-fork cuisine, 800 miles of hiking and biking trails, great shopping, and much more. As a major art destination in the Midwest, Greater Des Moines is living proof that sometimes the best art doesn’t come in a frame. From museums and galleries to Broadway shows and concerts, there’s so much to do in Greater Des Moines. catchdesmoines.com/things-to-do

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ADVENTURELAND PARK

An amusement park, water park, and resort hotel all-inone. Features 10 new rides and attractions this year. Thrill rides and chill vibes abound.

HIGH TRESTLE TRAIL

25 miles of exploration, anchored by the iconic and illuminated 13-story High Trestle Bridge, one of the largest trail bridges in the world.

Lauridsen Skatepark

Nestled along the Des Moines Riverwalk is the newly opened Lauridsen Skatepark, which at 88,000 square feet, is the largest in the country. Features both park and street courses.

Even if you don’t skate, it’s fun to take in all the rad sights, including a skatable WOW sculpture.

LIVING HISTORY FARMS

We’re not all farms, but the ones we do have are pretty epic. Four different farms tell the story of Iowa’s 300-year-old history, featuring everything from a blacksmith shop to oldtimey baseball games.

More than 85,000 square feet of casino action and table games action make this Altoona hotspot the Vegas of Greater Des Moines.

Seventeen hundred slot machines, horse racing May — September, and a world-class steakhouse to spend all your winnings at.

Catch a rising star, or a hot dog, at the AAA affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, located at beautiful Principal Park along the river. Go Iowa Cubs Go!

SMASH PARK

A one-of-a-kind social entertainment and events venue with American street style eats and hand-crafted cocktails. Featuring Iowa’s largest patio and 70+ HD TVs, plus don’t forget games: Smash Park is equipped with six pickleball courts, a full arcade, shuffleboard, bocce ball, ping pong, cornhole, and more!

Tournament Club of Iowa

Designed by legendary golfer Arnold Palmer, with elevation changes and beautiful vistas, it’s one of hte most picturesque courses in the state. | E D U C AT I O N A L |

BLANK PARK ZOO

This 49-acre zoo on the south side of the city includes exhibits such as tigers, seals, lions, giraffes, lemurs, red pandas, and rhinos. The fun is almost unbearable.

GREATER DES MOINES BOTANICAL GARDEN

Rain or shine, things are always in bloom at this beautiful, seven-acre public garden in the heart of downtown.

IOWA STATE CAPITOL

The only five-domed capitol in the country includes 100 rooms of amazing history, including the magnificent law library, the most photographed room in the state. Free selfguided tours available.

JOHN AND MARY PAPPAJOHN SCULPTURE PARK

4.4 acres of awe-inspiring art and countless selfie opportunities abound in the crown jewel of downtown.

More than 30 works of art make this the perfect place to unwind and get in touch with your artsy side.

IOWA STATE CAPITOL

SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA Centrally located in downtown Des Moines, SCI features interactive exhibits and unique programming to encourage learning and fun for all ages. | SHOPPING |

DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET

DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET

Every Saturday morning from May to October, more than 25,000 people gather on Court Avenue to enjoy food, music, murals, and more than 300 vendors. It’s a Des Moines bucket list item.

Jordan Creek Town Center

Located right off Interstate 80 in West Des Moines, this entertainment district features a two-level enclosed mall with 100+ retailers, a movie theater, and restaurants. The surrounding area includes even more entertainment options, ranging from luxury bowling lanes to escape rooms and adult arcades.

PRINCIPAL PARK

Outlets of Des Moines

Outlets of Des Moines is an open-air shopping destination in Altoona where you can shop the biggest names in fashion including Michael Kors, kate spade new york, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Under Armour Factory House.

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Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack and Hotel

Principal Park

SMASH PARK

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FONG’S PIZZA

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Irreverent yet delicious is the best way to describe Fong’s Pizza, a tiki bar with Asianinspired pizza whose famous Crab Rangoon pizza earned coveted praise by Alton Brown on Food Network’s "Best Thing I Ever Ate."

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FLAVOR of GREATER DES MOINES 1,000+ locally owned restaurants

20+ local breweries, wineries, & Taprooms

12 James Beard Nominated Chefs

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TREAT YOUR ATTENDEES TO GREATER DES MOINES’ celebrated farm-to-fork food scene (we practically invented it). Taste the work of James Beard-nominated chefs with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Try the dishes, drinks, and desserts that Greater Des Moines is known for: From classic Italian eateries and championship BBQ to unique flavors like Asian-inspired pizza, the legendary breaded pork tenderloin, or the life-changing Steak de Burgo. Renowned for international food and cultural festivals, Greater Des Moines offers surprising delights for every palate. catchdesmoines.com/restaurants

FOUNDRY DISTILLING CO.

GOOD NEWS, DARLING

OISHII RAMEN

GILROY’S

MULBERRY STREET TAVERN

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Public ART

CATCH BEAUTY ON EVERY STREET CORNER, including a 4.4-acre sculpture park in downtown Des Moines, complete with 31 works of art. Take in a tour experience by BCycle or by foot. Glimpse downtown murals, architecture, outdoor art installations, sculptures, and monuments. Des Moines is a city rich with public art that is free for all to enjoy. catchdesmoines.com/things-to-do

JOHN AND MARY PAPPAJOHN SCULPTURE PARK

Did you Know?

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There are 31 pieces of public art at the downtown sculpture park!

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Pack a picnic and spend a sunny afternoon at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Here you’ll be inspired by dozens of works from internationally recognized arts right in the heart of downtown Des Moines.

The 4.4-acre park offers plenty of room to spread out and enjoy throwing a frisbee for fido.

HISTORIC Hoods

THE BEST WAY TO LIVE LIKE A LOCAL and have an authentic Des Moines experience is to explore our unique neighborhoods, brimming with both hidden gems and unmissable landmarks. Forge your own path, or use one of our Catch List itineraries to help map out your adventure. Here are just a few of our most dynamic districts, where there’s fun right around the corner.

HISTORIC EAST VILLAGE

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Historic Court District

Located between the Iowa State Capitol and the Des Moines River, the Historic East Village is a vibrant, diverse neighborhood with more than 90 locally owned shops, restaurants, and bars. From spices to stilettos, the shopping scene is sure to impress. Make sure to stop at Peace Tree Brewing for some craft beer favorites or The Iowa Taproom for a sampling of state-wide classics. If you’re looking for a taste of sophistication, then sit down for a meal at either HoQ or Alba. If a casual environment is what you’re in search of, then grab a bite at Zombie Burger + Drink Lab, Truman’s KC Pizza Tavern, or fill up on queso and margaritas at Rita’s Cantina.

Located in the heart of Des Moines, the Historic Court District is considered to be the main entertainment district of downtown.

It is home to restaurants, bars, breweries, an abundance of unique murals, and one of Des Moines’ favorite events: the Downtown Farmers’ Market. From May to October, 25,000 people pack Court Avenue and its surrounding side streets to experience one of the top farmers’ markets in the country. Period street lamps, planters, and park benches dot the sidewalks, and it is also home to the Des Moines Civic Center, which has hosted Broadway productions such as “Hamilton” and “Dear Evan Hansen.”

Western Gateway Park

Historic Valley Junction

Relax and explore one of the urban developments in downtown Des Moines. Western Gateway Park incorporates a mix of green space and buildings providing a cultural experience to both residents and visitors. The John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Des Moines Central Library, The Temple for Performing Arts, and The John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center are all beautiful and unique meeting spaces. Grab a bite at hot spots like Americana or Django or a drink at Exile Brewing Company, one of the most popular breweries in the state.

Stroll through the eclectic Historic Valley Junction in West Des Moines, a renovated railroad district with charm to spare. From kitchy to classy, you’ll find vintage shops, clothing boutiques, and art galleries all situated within a lively district full of murals and quaint eateries and cafes. Make sure to check out their Thursday evening Farmer’s Market and The Hall, a spacious German-style beer hall perfect for large gatherings.

WESTERN GATEWAY PARK

HISTORIC COURT DISTRCT

HISTORIC VALLEY JUNCTION

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NONSTOP FLIGHTS FROM DES MOINES

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Atlanta Newark Austin Orange County Charlotte Orlando (MCO) Chicago (ORD) Orlando (SFB) Dallas Palm Springs Denver Phoenix (AZA) Destin Phoenix (PHX) Detroit Portland Ft. Lauderdale Punta Gorda Houston (HOU) San Diego Houston (IAH) Sarasota Las Vegas St. Louis Los Angeles St. Petersburg Miami Washington, D.C. Minneapolis Nashville New York City (LGA)

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Centrally LOCATED

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE COUNTRY, Greater Des Moines is easily accessible for event attendees by land or air. For those who prefer a road trip, this capital city is nestled at the intersection of Interstates 80 and 35. For the frequent fliers, Des Moines International Airport offers 160 flights a day, with more than 30 direct flights to major U.S. cities.

D A I LY FLIGHTS Allegiant Air American Airlines Delta Airlines Frontier Airlines Southwest Airlines United Airlines flydsm.com *Some nonstop routes may be offered seasonally and flights are subject to change.

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Did you Know?

More than 8,600 seats are available each day at the Des Moines International Airport!

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MIAMI

Mileage and Drive time to Des Moines Atlanta, GA Boston, MA Chicago, IL Cincinnati, OH Dallas, TX Denver, CO Detroit, MI Houston, TX Kansas City, MO Kearney, NE

904 miles 1,300 miles 333 miles 590 miles 698 miles 672 miles 599 miles 954 miles 194 miles 316 miles

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Madison, WI 355 miles Milwaukee, WI 374 miles Minneapolis, MN 244 miles Nashville, TN 655 miles New York City, NY 1,107 miles Oklahoma City, OK 546 miles Omaha, NE 135 miles Philadelphia, PA 1,078 miles Phoenix, AZ 1,407 miles Rapid City, SD 626 miles

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GREATER DES MOINES AND THE STATE OF IOWA HAVE A LONG HISTORY OF LEADERSHIP ON PROGRESSIVE ISSUES.

SHATTERING SILENCE

1839 A fitting ruling for Independence

1925 At a time when the American Bar

Day, and seven years before the Iowa Territory would become a state, its newly formed Supreme Court ruled that a slave was a person, not property, and could not be returned to his “master” in Missouri.

“Shattering Silence,” (2009 by James Ellwanger) a sculpture outside the Iowa Supreme Court, commemorates Ralph Montgomery’s case.

Association and other national legal associations denied membership to African Americans, 12 attorneys founded the National Bar Association (NBA) in Des Moines. A sculpture at the corner of Grand and 2nd Avenues, entitled “A Monumental Journey” (July 2018 by Kerry James Marshall) pays tribute to the NBA’s founders.

1851 Iowa legalized interracial marriage more than a century before the U.S. Supreme Court guaranteed this right for all Americans in the 1967 landmark case Loving v. Virginia.

A MONUMENTAL JOURNEY

1855 The University of Iowa became the first state university in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis.

1869 Long before women had the right to vote, Iowa’s Julia C. Addington became the first woman elected to public office in Iowa (Superintendent of Schools for Mitchell County in 1869), and she is believed to be the first woman elected to public office in the United States.

1869 Iowan Arabella A. Mansfield was the JOHN DEERE CHINESE PAVILION

first woman admitted to the practice of law in any state in the nation.

1917 Fort Des Moines became the country’s first officer training school for African Americans.

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1934 The Mother Mosque of America is completed in Iowa, and the first building designed and constructed as a house of worship for Muslims in America.

1942 During World War II, Fort Des Moines was selected as the site of the first Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps training center.

1970s Robert D. Ray, Iowa governor from 1969 to 1983, was the first public official anywhere in the United States to offer a safe haven for the endangered Vietnamese “Boat People.” The Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, located downtown along the Des Moines River, are a tribute to Ray’s work and a celebration of diversity within the community.

2007 Iowa outlawed discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

2009 In a unanimous decision for the Varnum v. Brien case, the Iowa Supreme Court upheld the right of same-sex couples to marry, six years before the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case, Obergefell v. Hodges, would do the same.

Catch Des Moines brings visitors to Greater Des Moines. With that comes the responsibility to make everyone feel welcome, no matter their nationality, race, religion, gender, ability, or sexual orientation. These visitors not only support jobs and our quality of life, but some will also become our neighbors, co-workers, coaches, teachers, and civic leaders.

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Des Moines. The S’s Are Silent. Our Voices Cannot Be.

We want all visitors to see our region as the progressive and inclusive place that we strive for it to be. We also want our region’s minority-owned businesses, retailers, and attractions – the lifeblood of our communities and neighborhoods – to feel supported and valued. We understand that diversity is what inspires learning, advances innovation, is a catalyst for creativity, and makes life that much more exciting and fun. After all, we’re in the travel industry, and why do people travel if not to experience new and diverse things?

We must continuously adjust to the changing world and seek to understand and learn from those around us. Talking is easy. Doing takes some work.

So, what can we do as an organization to stand with and support our community and those who visit us too?

We will and have:

Evolve and grow our Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee to gain actionable insights from diverse groups within the meetings and event industry.

Continue to make a concerted effort to bring in conventions and events serving people of color (POC), religious conventions, human rights organizations, and other diverse groups. We work to make sure everyone coming here feels welcome, safe, and valued.

Continue to be a resource for POC-owned businesses and event organizers to help them make the right connections to ensure their success.

Bring POC and other leaders of diverse communities to the table and LISTEN. These concepts can and should be applied to all underrepresented groups. There are no easy answers, but we know that it all starts with listening and then putting in the work.

We listened, and we’re putting our words into action.

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Support our POC and minority-owned businesses and organizations by elevating them through marketing and sharing their stories.

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A D M I N I S T R AT I O N Greg Edwards President & CEO greg@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3438 Shannon Winters, CDME, SHRM-CP Vice President of Finance & Human Resources shannon@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3440 Laura McNichols Director of Administration & Technology laura@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3449 Lynn Oswald Accounting Coordinator lynn@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3451 Paula Gleason Receptionist paula@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3430 Janet Koerner Receptionist janet@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3430

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Dave Ballman Shipping & Receiving Clerk shipping@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3439

CONVENTIONS, SPORTS & EVENT EXPERIENCE Trina Flack, CMP Vice President of Sales (Political, Sports) trina@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3431 Chris Baker Director of Event Experience chris@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3456 Laura Jass Director of Sports lauraj@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3455 Amber Smith National Sales Manager (Health & Medical, Government, Professional Association) amber@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3464 Kelly Smith, CMP National Sales Manager (Education, Religious, Hobby) kelly@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3448 Caylie Hickman National Sales Manager (Agriculture, Engineering) caylie@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3432

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Carolyn Devine Sales & Project Manager (State Associations) carolyn@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3460 Bailee Arnburg Sports Event Manager bailee@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3445 Heather Ashton Event Experience Manager heather@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3454 Ben Sloan Sports Coordinator bens@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3465 Mary Ann Moore Sales Coordinator maryann@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3444 Haleigh Anderson Housing Coordinator haleigh@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3446 Sue Clark Airport Volunteer Coordinator sue@catchdesmoines.com

MARKETING Brock Konrad Vice President of Marketing brock@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3463 Ben Handfelt Director of Creative & Communications ben@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3433 Justin Zerfas Senior Marketing Manager justin@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3457 Jenna Schaeffer Partner & Data Manager jenna@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3442 Tessa Simons Partner Sales Manager tessa@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3434 Alex Wilson Communications & PR Manager alex@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3466 Claire Strickland Web & Social Media Specialist claire@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3448 Jenna Gross Graphic Designer jennag@catchdesmoines.com (515) 699-3437

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