Jordan Creek Town Center & Mall

Greater Des Moines’ Shopping & Entertainment Hub 

Jordan Creek Town Center isn’t just Iowa’s biggest mall, it’s a vibrant hub with a lively boardwalk, a fountain-fed lake, and an entire neighborhood packed with shopping, food, and fun. Two levels of can’t-miss stores, plenty of dining, and entertainment at every turn make this more than a mall; it’s a whole vibe. This is where Iowa comes to spend the weekend.

Shop at Jordan Creek Mall 

This mall is the place to be. With more than 150 stores, there’s truly something for everyone, from Iowa’s only Apple Store, LEGO, Anthropologie, lululemon, and Pottery Barn, to staples like H&M and the mega-sized Scheels. And when you’re ready to take a break, just slip into the attached Cinemark Jordan Creek 20 and XD to catch a movie. Think of it as the beating heart of West Des Moines.

Bonus stops nearby – Stock up on essentials (or bulk snacks you didn’t know you needed) at Costco, snag the unexpected at HomeGoods, or wander Trader Joe’s, where frozen orange chicken and seasonal snacks mysteriously end up in every cart. You’ll also find Dick’s Sporting Goods, Nordstrom Rack, Rally House, and REI nearby. For more dining and nightlife, West Glen Town Center is just down the road, mixing trendy restaurants, boutiques, and patios that light up after dark.

Where Play Doesn’t Stop 

Burn some energy at Smash Park, a full-blown social playground with indoor and outdoor pickleball (on Iowa’s largest patio), giant yard games, and a food-and-drink menu that keeps the energy going long after your arm gets tired. And for our golf fans, Topgolf lets you score points for aim (or lack thereof) in your own private bay while servers keep you fueled with shareable apps and drinks. And with heated bays, not even the coldest Iowa winters can keep you from scoring.

Arcades. Bowling. Snacks. Jordan Creek Town Center has it all. Head to Dave & Buster’s for their world-renowned half arcade, half sports bar, and fully designed for hours of button-mashing, screen-gazing, and prize-claiming fun. Look no further than Spare Time Entertainment with bowling lanes, laser tag, escape rooms, and arcade games under one roof, making it the perfect rainy day (or don’t-want-to-leave-the-neighborhood) stop. 

Dining at Jordan Creek Town Center 

There is a surplus of dining options both in Jordan Creek Mall and the surrounding town center. For brunch, hit up local favorites HomeGrown or The Breakfast Club. For more casual bites, grab a deep dish from Giordano’s, Korean hot pot and BBQ from Kpot, or a burger and fries at Wellman’s Pub & Rooftop. And then of course, you have your more upscale dining with places like Prime & Providence Steakhouse, Anna Dolce Ristorante and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill.  

Accessibility & Inclusivity 

Both wheelchairs and electric scooters are available for rent at Jordan Creek Mall. Parking lots also include handicapped accessible spaces near mall and store entrances. The mall also has elevators to reach both levels of shopping and dining. For more information about the accessibility of the mall, visit their website FAQs here. 

With so much going on in one neighborhood, make it easy on yourself: book a nearby hotel. Drop your bags once, then spend the weekend shopping, eating, and playing without ever needing to get back in the car. Jordan Creek is more than a mall. It’s the metro’s weekend headquarters, buzzing with energy and packed with options. Come ready to shop, play, eat, and repeat.