welcome to the historic east village
The East Village is Des Moines’ most vibrant and diverse district, boasting many of the finest shopping, dining, nightlife and commerce in Iowa.
Located between the Iowa State Capitol and the Des Moines River in downtown Des Moines, the East Village is highly-accessible by car, bike, bus, or foot!
03
May
2024
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join the shops, restaurants, and bars in the East Village for the July 7 First Friday; featuring family-friendly programming & free parking!
27
April
2024
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Winefest Des invites guests to explore the local retail shops while sampling exquisite wines from various wineries.
25
April
2024
April 25 - April 27
HEV Welcomes Drake Relays! Historic East Village extends a warm welcome to guests of the 2024 Drake Relays! While you're visiting downtown Des Moines, we invite you to explore our diverse array of shops, bars, and restaurants. Congratulations to all the athletes participating in the renowned Drake Relays. We wish you the best of luck in your competitions and hope ...
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