The Temple for Performing Arts
1011 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Seats 300 · up to 500 standing
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About This Venue
The Temple for Performing Arts is one of Des Moines' most architecturally impressive event venues. Originally built in 1913 as a Masonic temple, the building has been beautifully restored to showcase its soaring ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and dramatic columns that create an atmosphere of grandeur that modern construction simply cannot replicate.
The venue offers multiple event spaces across its floors, including a grand ballroom that leaves guests genuinely awestruck. The downtown Locust Street location puts you in the heart of the city's cultural district. Weddings here feel cinematic, and corporate galas benefit from the built-in "wow factor" that eliminates the need for elaborate decorations. The events team understands how to work with the building's historic character rather than against it. For hosts who want a venue that does most of the decorating for you with its sheer architectural beauty, The Temple is Des Moines' standout choice.
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