Greater Des Moines Meeting Facility COVID Updates 

Iowa Events Center 

The Iowa Events Center is open for conventions and events at 100% capacity. Masks are no longer required by the Iowa Events Center when attending an event, meeting, or gathering; however, individual event organizers may implement additional COVID mitigation measures. Check out the Iowa Event Center’s COVID-19 updates and take a virtual tour of all of their spaces here

Des Moines Marriott Downtown 

Des Moines Marriott Downtown has adapted its lobby to allow for social distancing and protection of guests and employees. Fully vaccinated guests are no longer required to wear masks, unvaccinated guests are still asked to wear face coverings and social distance. For more information about “What to expect.”, check here. Des Moines Marriott Downtown is offering hybrid events packages, and virtual tours of the space can be found here. Amenities available are updated every month here.  

Hilton Des Moines Downtown 

Hilton Des Moines Downtown has implemented advanced cleaning measures for guest safety. The safety and security of their guests and team members remains their highest priority and they continue to do everything they can to ensure your travel safety and provide maximum flexibility as the situation around novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve. Review their commitment to guests while navigating coronavirus (COVID-19), here.

Iowa State Fairgrounds 

The Iowa State Fairgrounds is currently open for non-fair events, as well as the 2021 Iowa State Fair. They are willing and ready to host large events. Check out their latest COVID updates and take a virtual tour of the various buildings here. Additional cleaning procedures and social distancing guidelines are at the discretion of the event executives.  

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel 

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel is open. Masks are required by Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel when attending an event, meeting, or gathering. Check out their safety plan here and take a virtual tour here

Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport 

The Airport Holiday Inn is no longer requiring fully vaccinated guests to wear face coverings. Face coverings are still encouraged for unvaccinated guests when social distancing is not possible. Check out their clean promise and see photos of the event spaces here.