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Best 10 Wedding Venues in Des Moines Iowa

  • forestfolkphoto
  • Apr 17
  • 3 min read

Updated: Apr 25

Read Until the End For a Free Gift for the Brides!

One of the first steps in planning your wedding is finding a venue that's your perfect fit. I've put together a list of my top ten wedding venues in or around Des Moines Iowa to help make planning your wedding just a little bit easier.

10 Best Venues in Iowa


  • Saints Center

  • The Vineyard at St. Charles

  • The Chateau at White Oak

  • Rollins Mansion

  • Willow on Grand

  • The Tea Room

  • The Cellar Winery Madrid

  • Harpors Vineyard

  • The Loft DSM

  • Vows DSM


Saints Center

Saints Center in Stuart Iowa is a gorgeous and affordable option! If you’re looking for a venue to give you a fairy tale vibe, this is the place. A historical church building that has undergone 4 million dollars in restoration, while maintaining a timeless charm. The cathedral ceilings and gray stone bricks is a fabulous choice for any wedding. http://www.saintscenter.com/



The Vineyard at St. Charles

This venue has it all! A modern interior set next to a vineyard on rolling country hills, encompassed by woods. Bonus, there’s a pond on the property with a boat for some truly magical photo opportunities and a swing hanging from the branch of a large tree. Plus, the bridal suit is absolutely stunning! Its the perfect place to host your wedding. https://www.vineyardatstcharles.com/

Saints Center Des Moines Wedding Venue
The Vineyard at St. Charles- Images taken from their website

The Chateau at White Oak

With a gorgeous outdoor ceremony site, elegant gazebo, white garden chairs to seat your guests, electric access for your musical entertainment and a coordinator to ensure your day goes according to plan. The Chateau at White Oak is an elegant place to host your wedding. Located in Cambridge Iowa. https://www.whiteoakchateau.com/

The Chateau at White Oak Iowa Wedding Venue
The Chateau at White Oak- image taken from their website

Rollins Mansion

This historical building boasts tons of features sure to make your wedding day memorable and elegant. Originally built in 1925, this venues includes a ball room, a beautiful garden area and a vintage library. Take a tour, you’re sure to be impressed! https://www.whiteoakchateau.com/

Rollins Mansion Des Moines Iowa Wedding Venue
Rollins Mansion- Image taken from their website

Willow on Grand

A modern cottage inspired feel makes Willow on Grand a comfortable, yet impressive place to host your wedding. Large beams and natural light sets this space apart from the rest as a timeless venue for any occasion. Outdoor and indoor options are available. https://willowongrand.com/


Willow on Grand Des Moines Iowa Wedding Venue
Willow on Grand- image taken from their website

The Tea Room

The grand space of the Tea Room features floor-to-ceiling windows, original and restored ornate plasterwork, stage, dance floor, and Juliet balconies. Located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, the restored elegance of The Tea Room is captivating and the perfect venue for your special occasion. https://thetearoomdsm.com/


The Tea Room Des Moines Iowa Wedding Venue
The Tea Room- image taken from their website

The Cellar Winery

The Cellar Winery in Madrid is a full functional winery as well as a wedding venue. The rows of grape vines, outdoor seating and indoor reception area make the cellar a beautiful space to host your wedding. There is also a bridal suit with a bedroom and full kitchen if you or your guests want to stay for the weekend. https://thecellarwinery.com/


The Cellar Winery Iowa Wedding Venue
The Cellar Winery- Photo taken by Forest Folk Photography

Harpors Vineyard

Harpors vineyard is unmatched on customer service. With in house planning, unlimited drinks provided by the venue and a shuttle service, let Harpors help take the stress out of your wedding planning. With 10 years in business and over 500 events hosted, Harpors is a dream come true for any bride. https://www.harpors.com/


Harpors Vineyard Des Moines Iowa Wedding Venue
Harpors Vineyard- image taken from their webiste

The Loft DSM

With its urban, loft aesthetic, The loft DSM is a stunning , event space which can be transformed from a contemporary lounge to a lavish reception space and everything in between.The Loft DSM includes all the tables, chairs, floor length black, white or champagne linens, banquet tables and cocktail tables all in the rental fee. https://www.theloftdsm.com/


The Loft DSM Des Moines Iowa Wedding Venue
The Loft DSM- image taken from their website

Vows DSM

Conveniently situated in the Historic East Village, near first class hotels, independent shopping, restaurants & nightlife. Every inch of this intimate wedding venue delivers a perfect aesthetic. Including 16’ ceilings, plenty of natural light, and a cozy private couples lounge. https://www.vowsdsm.com/


Vows DSM Des Moines Iowa Wedding Venue
VOWS DSM- image taken from their website

*My Bonus for the Brides!*

I'm giving away free engagement AND bridal boudoir photos to next five brides that book their wedding with us! Complete to contact form through the link below and I'll send you all the details!

 
 
 

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