Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Des Moines

Jennifer (Fern) M. • January 1, 2013Classy, inexpensive, great atmosphere for a serious film buff to enjoy the less mainstream, independent and art house flicks!

Amy R. • October 5, 2013Mr. Valli was AMAZING & AWESOME! A GREAT entertainer! We had a terrific time!!

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:

Patrick O. • March 15, 2015Great intimate theatre space

Chad T. • August 25, 2015A local treasure. Get to know the non play programming too: great stuff for kids.

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

Andy C. • August 8, 2014Great spot for kids! Love their maker space right now!

Jenna M. • August 9, 2013Barksdales chocolate chip cookies, the ones in the buckets; are expensive but the best cookies ever. Also try nitro ice cream under the grandstand!

Eric M. • December 24, 2015Very nice experience! Love the seating with tables and the ability to order food and drink! Great idea for dinner and a movie!

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!

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

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.

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

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

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

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!

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

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!

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

Tim C. • May 28, 2019Giraffe. ....

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

Brian S. • June 1, 2013Key Lime Pie Martini!

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!!