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The Conservatory

Wedding venue in Des Moines, Iowa

About The Conservatory

The Conservatory is an event center in Des Moines’ East Village, with a 5,000-square-foot ballroom for weddings, corporate events, and other gatherings. Couples can hold their ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception in the same venue, with a setup process that avoids a full room flip. The ballroom accommodates more than 250 seated guests or more than 421 in a standing or cocktail arrangement; the FAQ gives a seated dinner capacity of 275 and suggests fewer than 250 guests when dinner and dancing are planned. Wedding rentals include tables, chairs, linens, and a candle-based centerpiece, along with setup and take-down, an on-site event manager, and planning guidance. Bar service is provided by the venue, with hosted, partially hosted, or cash options. Couples may choose in-house catering or an approved outside caterer. An elevator and first-floor family bathroom are available. Street parking, nearby garage parking, event parking across the street, and valet upon request are described. The venue does not have an outdoor ceremony space.

The facts

Guests
Up to 421 guests
Pricing note
Saturday wedding rental prices listed by month: January–February $3,000; March–April $3,500; May–September $4,000; October $4,500; November–December $4,000. Friday weddings are listed as $500 less than the rental price. The FAQ lists a separate January–April Saturday off-season rate of $2,500, so current pricing should be confirmed. Prices are venue rental amounts; bar minimums and catering costs are separate.
Setting
Indoor
Last updated
October 2026

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