Des Moines Iowa Metro Wedding Venues 2022
As a Des Moines wedding photographer, I get to experience tons of different wedding venues in the area. Today, I thought I would create a list of some of the top wedding venues in the Des Moines metro area. Hopefully this list can help you narrow down the perfect venue for you two!
No matter what the weather is like, you will be guaranteed great photos here with the beautiful gardens. One of my personal favorite venues, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden!
909 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Large industrial venue located in Downtown Des Moines. They have two separate spaces available for you to rent out.
340 SW 3rd Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
This venue is a rare unique gem in Iowa! It is a moody, old money, Great Gatsby vibe and the detail they put into this place is out of this world! It is perfect for a smaller wedding, you will definitely want to check The Prelude out!
20632 35th Ave
New Virginia, Iowa 50210
This stunning botique hotel located in Downtown Des Moines comes with all the high end city vibes! This is a must see!
206 6th Ave.
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Looking for a beautiful outdoor location and for crazy cheap? This is your place!
4200 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
This venue has the most beautiful vineyard and acres of land to explore for your wedding day photos. They even have a pond if you feel like fishing, this couple did and he even caught a fish within two minutes of taking photos haha! Carper Winery is a must see!
4603 Dakota St.
Norwalk, IA 50211
If you are wanting a magical wedding, this is your place! Out in the middle of the woods, this conservatory is full of plants and mystical vibes. It also comes with the cutest cabin to get ready in.
Winterset, Iowa
Upscale, Modern, and right in the heart of East Village. You can’t beat the location of this venue, lots of hotels located near by!
322 E Court Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
All inclusive venue located in The District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny. This venue has all the options to add on, which makes your planning so much easier!
1350 Southwest Vintage Parkway
Ankeny, Iowa 50023
The Grand Ballroom is Iowa’s largest ballroom with stunning lighting features. This venue is connected right to the Hilton Des Moines Downtown.
730 3rd Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Jester has a large lodge you can rent for your wedding or if you want to have a micro wedding they have these beautiful cabins for rent.
12130 NW 128th Street
Granger, Iowa 50109
If you are looking for a unique space where your friends and family can stay as well, this venue is for you!
11167 Hickman Road
Urbandale, Iowa 50322
Industrial vibes and alll the craft beer! Located in East Village this is a beautiful venue that is also close to hotels.
215 East 3rd Street
Suite 100
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Beautiful location for a ceremony in middle of gorgeous gardens and a venue where your guests will love to wander around and explore during cocktail hour.
1407 University Blvd.
Ames, Iowa 50011
This venue was built from the perspective of a photographer, so you have tons and tons of options for your wedding day photography!
4053 Kirkwood Street
Prole, Iowa 50229
Sitting in the middle of Downtown Des Moines is this stunning venue with a beautiful Grand Banquet Room. Perfect for large weddings.
519 Park Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
This venue has convenient amenities and affordable plans available. They include a day of coordinator to help make your day stress free!
1600 E 36 Street South
Newton, Iowa 50208
TCI is a stunning club house located in Polk City. They have numerous amenities including professional event coordinator, custom menus, and so much more.
1000 Tradition Drive
Polk City, Iowa 50226
The Memorial Union is located right on the Iowa State University campus. The photography options here are endless.
2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa 50011
This jazz bar located Downtown Des Moines makes for a very unique wedding venue. It can hold up to 180 guests.
1326 Walnut Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
More Des Moines wedding venues we can’t wait to photograph at!