The Alta House Event Center is a hidden gem conveniently located off I-80 and 37 minutes East of Des Moines. Conveniently located near several hotels within minutes of your venue for your guests, overnight accommodations are also available right on site. We are surrounded by plenty of photo ops, such as our on-site pond, heavily wooded areas, the Thirty-acre park, open fields, and breathtaking sunsets as your backdrop. We have several packages available no matter your budget; we will find the right package for you. The most popular package is our "Wedding Weekend Package," providing full access for 48 hours, allowing you the freedom to host rehearsal, ceremony, reception, and even brunch the following morning, all in one convenient location. Day of Coordinator, Shuttle Bus Services, on-site accommodations, setup/teardown, linens, over 2000 decor options, and more! Our high standard of care is unwavering, and our passion for our couples shows through and through.

Why rush off? Turn your best day ever into your best weekend ever! Celebrating together for 4 days would be so much more fun! You’ll Love… 4 days/ 3 nights of mansion fun 40 friends & family stay & play all weekend full use of indoor basketball court exclusive use of the whole estate & venue decorate before & enjoy your day indoor & outdoor ceremony options choice of your own caterers Conrad mansion + carriage house venue = so much more fun! The Weekend Celebration Includes: Exclusive access to the charming Conrad Mansion for 40 friends and family to celebrate the weekend away, multiple spots for photos that will last a lifetime, tables and wedding chairs setup to your specifications, two beautiful dressing areas, ideal for pictures, professional parking lot with lights, Indoor bathrooms (wheelchair accessible), and a large bar area with refrigeration for drinks.

Since our origin on October 12, 1894, the Waterloo Elks Lodge 290 has established itself as a charitable organization throughout our long and prestigious history. By incorporating the four stations of fidelity, brotherly love, charity and justice, the Waterloo Elks have played and will continue to play an active role in the community and Elkdom. As a nonprofit, all money we raise supports veterans, youth and community. The Elks purchased this property in 1917 from the Julian Richards estate. The building was one of the finest oil residences in the city, being well-constructed and large enough to accommodate the lodge temporarily. The building was remodeled to accommodate a ballroom; members bar and card room and billiard room. In the basement there were four bowling alleys, a gymnasium, grill, kitchen and serving pantry, along with showers, lockers and the boiler rooms. The building was dedicated with a cornerstone in 1924, the year the Elks started using it as their Lodge.

The Chateau is settled on twenty-one beautiful acres of vineyards, trees, and gardens, ten minutes outside of Ankeny, Iowa. With the vast amount of space for seating guests and two full-time event coordinators to think of every detail and ease your mind, we have it all! Come out and see our breathtaking grounds and the magnificent facility, it's sure to win your heart.

Welcome to Northbridge! The big moments in life are like a new chapter in your favorite book. It’s a sign of change—the next step on this big adventure. And that’s what we do: We're all about helping Des Moines celebrate big milestones in style. Whether it's a wedding or any other special occasion, we're here to make sure you have the time of your life. 5 minutes from the heart of the city, our suburban haven hosts events Fridays and Saturdays, as well as 4 out of 5 week days.

Inquiries please reach out to us via email linked to our Memorial Union website below. The Memorial Union is an event and wedding venue located on Iowa State Universities campus. Our style could be described as architectural, dark toned, and historically elegant. Our venue comfortably holds up to 550 guests at banquet style setup with space for a head table, cake tables, buffets, bars, and dance floor. Additionally, our ballroom spaces are designed to be separated or used in combination, which allows us to serve intimate weddings of 50 -150 guests as well. At the Memorial Union, we are committed to offering impeccable customer service through our experienced wedding planning staff, complimentary set-up and tear-down, and our wide array of services to make your day as stress-free as possible.

In 1972, 70-year-old Ben Vanderhook tore down old barns in Mahaska County and surrounding counties to create our beautiful barn, located a stone’s throw south of Oskaloosa, Iowa. The 3½ acre property includes a 147×46×60 Quonset hut barn, open fields as well as mature shade trees. Debbie’s Celebration Barn is one of the most extraordinary and romantic settings for a Midwest wedding or special event. The event space in the barn is spacious with many options for originality to fit your occasion. Both east and west ends of The Barn feature large double French doors which add to the charm as well as aid in cross ventilation on warmer summer evenings.