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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You Make The Difference

"After summer camp, she spent a lot of time developing plays with her friends. She was interested before, but now she thinks she's a director and an actress and ... just anything."

- Catherine, parent of second-grader Meg in Des Moines

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You Make The Difference

DANCEtalk sessions before and after Dance Series performances help explain the artistry and athleticism that audience members witness.

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Upcoming Events at the Des Moines Civic Center

Disney's THE LION KING

March 30 - April 16, 2023 Get Tickets

DM Symphony - APRIL IN PARIS

April 22 - 23, 2023 Get Tickets

AIR PLAY

April 29, 2023 Get Tickets

INVISIBLE WONDERS

April 30, 2023 Get Tickets

Ronald K Brown/EVIDENCE

May 4, 2023 Get Tickets

DM Symphony - GIUNTA CONDUCTS RACHMANINOFF

May 13 - 14, 2023 Get Tickets
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