Frequently Asked Questions
2025 DATES & HOURS
Thursday | February 13, 2025 | 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Friday | February 14, 2025 | 10:00 am - 9:00 pm |
Saturday | February 15, 2025 | 9:00 am - 8:00 pm |
Sunday | February 16, 2025 | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Iowa Events Center
730 3rd Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
515-564-8000
www.iowaeventscenter.com
Directions
From the West:
If you are traveling from the west you may exit I-235 at the 7th Street or 3rd Street exits and enter the Iowa Events Center parking lot at the 5th Avenue entrance or the 3rd Street entrance.
From the East:
If you are traveling from the east you may exit 1-235 at 3rd Street and go south to enter the Iowa Events Center parking lot.
Parking is available north of the Iowa Events Center with entrances off of the following streets:
3rd Street
5th Street
Crocker Street
The Iowa Events Center surface parking lots offer the closest and most convenient access to the facility. ADA Accessible parking is available at the Iowa Events Center by entering the lot south of Crocker Street, next to Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Credit Cards Are Now Accepted
City parking garages are located throughout downtown with convenient skywalk access to the Iowa Events Center.
Street parking is available throughout downtown with the convenience of parking meters.
CLICK HERE to purchasing online.
Yes. Hero Day is Friday, February 13th. All active military personnel, veterans, fire, police & first responders receive FREE ADMISSION for the day. Simply bring a valid ID, and come enjoy the Des Moines Home + Garden Show on Opening Day!
As a thank you to those who mold the future generations, on Sunday, February 16th, all teachers with a valid ID will receive FREE ADMISSION all day.
COME BACK CLOSER TO SHOW DATES to see our online 2025 Show Guide and plan your trip to the show.
The Iowa Events Center does not allow outside food and beverage to be brought in.
During show hours food and drink will be available for purchase at the Concessions in various locations on the show floor.
Click Here to search our exhibitor list by name or category.
Yes. We have negotiated discounted rates at the following hotels:
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
700 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
515.241.1456
Click Here to reserve your room
Discount Deadline is 4pm CST, Tuesday, February 6, 2024