· Des Moines, Iowa

The Loft DSM

A 5,000 square foot loft event space just minutes from downtown Des Moines, with a lighted bar.

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The Loft DSM is an urban event space just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Iowa. It offers 5,000 square feet of open room with aged wood floors, 12-foot wood ceilings and 6-foot windows that let in a lot of natural light.

It is a flexible blank canvas, which suits couples who have clear ideas about how their wedding should look.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

The venue is listed as both LGBTQ+-owned and woman-owned. The space itself is neutral. White backdrop walls let you work with nearly any color scheme, so the room reflects you and not a fixed theme. It is a strong fit for couples who want to design their own wedding and who value a team that works closely with them.

The space

The room hosts up to 280 guests, seated or standing. A lighted bar with a kegerator gives guests a natural place to gather. Perimeter draping and dimmable bistro lighting are available if you want to change the mood of the room, for example for a more intimate dinner followed by a livelier evening.

What is included

Event rental includes tables, linens, chairs, WiFi and a sound system with a microphone. The profile lists a bridal suite, parking and set up among the items covered by the starting site fee. The staff handle set up and clean up, so you do not need to manage a crew yourself.

Working with the team

An on-site event manager answers questions and helps bring your plans together. The team says it will do what it can to make sure the party is a success. Ample parking is available for your guests during the celebration.

Bring your pets

The Loft DSM is pet friendly, so your dog or other animal companion can be part of the day.

Planning your visit

Since the room is a blank canvas, it helps to arrive with a clear picture of your layout and decor. Think about where the ceremony, dinner and dancing will sit within the 5,000 square feet, and how you want to use the bar and the draping. The event manager can talk through those choices with you. A walk through the room is the easiest way to test your ideas against the real space.