Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Des Moines

Cecily M. • January 26, 2012Enjoy a movie and cafe item in a unique cinema atmosphere. Offers an experience that you can't find at any mainstream theater.

Austin W. • March 17, 2016Best venue in Iowa period! Try to get as close as you can to the front, it makes the experience even better, you feel so immersed!

Estepha F. • March 27, 2015Gorgeous place with thoughtful exhibits and nice staff. Open late Thursday nights for a great date!

Sherpa C. • July 15, 2013Come back to the incredible Simon Estes Amphitheater on August 7th to see the Yonder Mountain String Band!! Grab tickets here:

Tim D. • April 3, 2012added more pansies today to the gardens spectacular. pansies in the front rows of a of the a tulip gardens and and looks like new edging

Larry R. • March 30, 2019Great local talent, great seats, great prices!

Kelli R. • August 24, 2018Greatest fair in the country!! Live music, rides, shows, animals, food, food, food and lastly some great shopping.

Jeiran H. • October 20, 2017Great place! Acoustics are mediocre and get a lot of traffic sounds so beware if taking an audition there

Steve G. • June 13, 2015This place is awesome. The IPA is excellent. Totally enjoy this way of watching a movie. Cheeseburger was great too

Mike S. • July 1, 2022The cocktails are excellent here as is the musical talent.

BJ F. • March 4, 2016The people really make this place special, the new facilities are stunning as well! Wonderful experience!

Cascata N. • June 6, 2017Great place to bring the kids. It's a little pricey, so spend the time to make it worth it.

Erin M. • February 7, 2016Take the guided tour to learn all the fun eccentricities about the home and family, it also gains you access to the library of rare books!

Stacy M. • June 25, 2015This was a great place to spend a few hours on a hot and humid afternoon! So many displays and areas to see. I loved it, more people need to visit this place.

Estepha F. • October 3, 2017Romantic at night under the lights

Steve R. • December 1, 2013A great venue seats were comfortable and not squished together like they are at the Well. Will continue to see shows at this venue! Must also mention the ornate decor and all hardwood floors!

Philip R. • March 23, 2013Great venue for live music. Great beer selection.

Tim C. • May 28, 2019Giraffe. ....

Michelle W. • December 3, 2011This place is awesome! The people are friendly and helpful. Make sure to check out their location on 31st and Ingersoll as well!

Kyle G. • September 7, 2011The fred and patty turner jazz center for kids who can't jazz good and want to jazz better.

Meskwaki Wellness Center • March 18, 2021Nice, challenging course. Great upkeep. Easy to find tees. Long and short pads.

Neil O. • February 27, 2011Always the cutting edge shows in Des Moines.

A N. • March 11, 2010Reminds of places on the east coast. Best use of a small space I've seen around here.

Avery J. • May 26, 2012This Disc Golf Course might be the Best Disc Golf Course in Iowa and it's a must play if you're in town!! It's a challenging layout with many long distance holes and manicured rolling hill fairways!!

Miranda A. • June 13, 2011Best gay bar in town. Drinks here are cheaper than most other bars (especially Le Boi) Bartenders here are nicer than other gay bars. Anddddd they have the best parking!

Miranda A. • August 24, 2014Prices go higher and higher each year, as the quality gets lower.

AJ H. • August 16, 2013The line goes pretty quick...plus there's something wronf with the ice gators head.

Ali C. • August 15, 2014Amazing!! Great seats all around!!