Willow on Grand
Wedding venue in Des Moines, Iowa





About Willow on Grand
Willow on Grand is a modern, cottage-inspired event venue in Des Moines’s Waterbury neighborhood, with a turn-of-the-century backdrop and indoor and outdoor spaces. The 5,000-square-foot Grand Room accommodates up to 300 guests. The Courtyard offers an outdoor setting for ceremonies, photos, or cocktail hour and can accommodate up to 300 guests. The Cottage serves as a bridal suite and is also available to rent for smaller events and celebrations. The venue has temperature control, on-site parking, courtyard lighting, a catering prep kitchen, projector and screen, and an ADA-accessible bathroom. A Bluetooth sound system serves indoor and outdoor areas. Venue staff are available during events; planning services are available for an additional fee.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 300 guests
- Pricing note
- Venue rental price is not stated. A 50% non-refundable retainer of the full venue price is required to reserve a date; final payment is due 60 days before the event. Security is required at an additional $350 per event. Earlier-than-9 AM Cottage access is $500 per hour. A weather tent and tabletop rentals are available for additional fees; pricing is not stated.
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Willow on Grand
- Website: willowongrand.com
- Phone: (515) 452-6403
- Address: 6011 Grand Avenue
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