Sherwood Forest Event Center
Wedding venue in Windsor Heights, Iowa



About Sherwood Forest Event Center
Sherwood Forest Event Center is a family-owned wedding and event venue in Windsor Heights, minutes from downtown Des Moines. Its industrial-chic reception room has soaring ceilings, cascading chandeliers and seating for up to 250 guests. A dedicated ceremony space connects to the reception room through sliding doors, allowing guests to move directly into the celebration. The venue includes a built-in stage, bridal suite with a dedicated vanity, separate groom’s lounge and a speakeasy-style pool table room. The 32-foot full-service bar offers custom packages, and the open catering policy allows couples to choose a local restaurant or caterer. In-house décor design, tables, chairs, linens, dance floor, lounge seating and event coordination are among the documented services and inclusions. On-site parking is available, and a neighboring public park and walking trail offer outdoor photo locations.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 250 guests
- Price
- $4,000–$7,500
- Pricing note
- 2026 venue pricing: $4,500 Monday–Friday or Sunday, $5,250 Saturday; weekend rate $7,000 for Friday 5 p.m.–Saturday 11:59 p.m. 2027 pricing: $4,750 Sunday–Friday, $5,250 Saturday; weekend rate $7,500 for Friday 5 p.m.–Saturday 11:59 p.m. Micro wedding: $4,000 for up to 10 hours and 60 people. Holiday pricing may be higher; pricing and amenities may change.
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Sherwood Forest Event Center
- Website: sherwoodforesteventcenter.com
- Phone: (515) 509-2332
- Address: 7400 Hickman Road
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