DES MOINES CIVIC CENTER

The Des Moines Civic Center opened its doors in June of 1979. Since then, the venue has built a reputation as one of the nation’s leading theaters to experience a touring Broadway performance, concert or other special presentation. The Civic Center is also the performance home of the Des Moines Symphony.

The Des Moines Civic Center features a 76-foot wide by 28-foot high proscenium stage, which is the focal point for a fan-shaped continental seating area that accommodates an audience of 2,744.

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The Des Moines Civic Center will not be conducting in-person tours at this time. To inquire about tour date availability, send us an email at info@desmoinesperformingarts.org.

 

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Des Moines Civic Center
221 Walnut St.
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 246-2300
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Ticket Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Capacity:  2,744

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“Integrating the arts allows me to bring joy and enthusiasm into my teaching. I see such a difference in my students when we have arts integration in our lesson.”
- Dawn, fifth-grade teacher at Cattell Elementary School, Des Moines

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"Being a part of the Des Moines Performing Arts family as a contributing donor gives us a meaningful way to support our community, expand creative thinking, and preserve the romance in a night out."
- Stan and Regina Glawe

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Upcoming Events at the Des Moines Civic Center

Beyond Earth: The Quest for Life on an Icy Moon

March 21, 2024 Get Tickets

Jim Jefferies: Give 'Em What They Want Tour

March 22, 2024 Get Tickets
Pilobolus

PILOBOLUS - re:CREATION

March 27, 2024 Get Tickets

JOHN MELLENCAMP

April 5, 2024 Get Tickets

DM Symphony - DISCOVER SYMPHONIC DANCE

April 13 - 14, 2024 Get Tickets

WHAT DO YOU DO WITH AN IDEA?

April 20, 2024 Get Tickets
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