Drake Stadium
One of the popular stadiums in the city of Des Moines, Drake Stadium is found on the campus of the Drake University. A part of the city's sports scene since 1925, the stadium is the home ground of the university's football team, the Drake Bulldogs. Besides football, the stadium also hosts prominent track and field events, like Drake Relays. See the website to know more.
Iowa Wild
The base of the Iowa Wolves, Iowa Wild and Iowa Barnstormers, Wells Fargo Arena is only a much-loved sporting venue but also a popular concert venue as well. Big names regularly come through to perform and enthrall their fans. These include the likes of Foo Fighters, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift and Drake. The arena also has hosted spectacles like the American Idols Live Tour, Monster Jam and Disney on Ice. It also regularly hosts college basketball games, including NCAA tournament rounds, as well as big-name concerts and shows ranging from pop stars to monster truck rallies.
This local landmark, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998, spans the Des Moines River at Court Avenue. Court Avenue is itself a point of interest within the city, playing host to an impressive farmer's market and nightlife scene. The bridge was designed by architect James Marsh and completed in 1918. It has since seen the addition of street lamps with metal detailing influenced by trends from the early-20th century, creating a lovely spot for a stroll. Head to the Civic Center Historic District for a peek at the Court Avenue Bridge and soak up its charm.
Crusoe Umbrella
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Scottish Rite Consistory in Downtown Des Moines is truly an unique setting for your event. Inside you'll find multiple, diverse rooms including two banquet rooms with dinner seating for up to 500 and a breathtaking auditorium seating over 1,000. Choice of vendors allowed.
The Aston is a seven-story luxury apartment community offering 161 modern homes and more than 5,000 square feet of street-level commercial space in the heart of the East Village. Choose from studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 499 to 1,711 square feet.
