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About Gas Lamp

The Gas Lamp was a staple of Des Moines’ live music scene, located at 1501 Grand Ave in the heart of downtown. Though the space closed in 2023 as part of redevelopment, its legacy as a venue that featured a range of Iowa acts lives on in local memory. This page provides a complete guide to the venue’s history, seating possibilities, parking and transit options, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to help visitors plan a seamless outing when live music resumes under its new form. We’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted partner suggestions to make a hassle-free night out in downtown Des Moines.

While Gas Lamp is undergoing redevelopment with plans to reopen as The Lamp in East Village, you can still rely on nearby accommodations and dining to complete your Des Moines music night. If you’re seeking similar intimate venues, or want to stay informed about opening dates and events, bookmark this page and check back for updates. For now, enjoy the city’s vibrant music scene, convenient transit along Grand Ave, and easy parking options close to the venue area.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309.
  • Capacity: listed as 200 seats (some listings cite up to 250 capacity depending on setup).
  • Venue type: live music venue/bar; closed in July 2023 and tied to redevelopment.
  • Seating chart: seating arrangements were available via ticket sellers (e.g., Box Office Ticket Sales) with GA setups common.
  • Parking: downtown parking options include street parking and nearby downtown ramps.
  • Transit: served by Des Moines’ D-Line bus along Grand Ave; multiple downtown bus stops nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel (401 Locust St), AC Hotel Des Moines East Village (401 East Grand Ave), Des Moines Marriott Downtown (700 Grand Ave).
  • Notable events: hosted many Iowa acts; final show/career closure reported in mid-2023; earlier in its history it was the successor to Blues on Grand.
  • Demolished/renamed: space closed in 2023; redevelopment announced; plans to reopen as The Lamp in East Village (Buddy’s Corral site) with live music planned.