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About Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

You've got a guy for finding great venue spaces, and the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines is a standout option. Spanning about 12 acres, this botanical garden features a geodesic-dome conservatory and multiple indoor event spaces, making it a flexible choice for ceremonies, receptions, concerts, and private functions. Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a large community event, we’ve got you covered with practical details on space, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations.

Location matters, and the garden’s address is 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309-2897. It’s easily accessible from downtown Des Moines, with ample on-site parking and overflow options for bigger events. Nearby transit stops along East Grand Avenue are within an eight-block walk, making it convenient for guests using public transportation. The venue is known for events like Dome After Dark (Friday Night Lights) and Botanical Blues concerts, in addition to weddings and private bookings.

When you’re planning, think of the Conservatory (up to 220 guests), the DuPont Room (up to 220), and the Walsh & Swartz Rooms (up to 120) as versatile indoor spaces totaling around 7,500 sq ft of meeting area. There isn’t a public seating chart published, but these spaces offer flexible layouts to fit your event type. Secure your seats and date with trusted coordination—we’ve got you covered for venue details, parking, and nearby amenities.

For convenience, there’s free on-site parking with limited spaces; overflow parking is available along Robert D. Ray Drive during larger events. If you’re relying on transit, plan for roughly an eight-block walk from East Grand Avenue stops to the garden. And when it comes to overnight stays or meals, we’ve included recommended nearby hotels and restaurants—prioritizing affiliate partners to make planning easier. Reach out and we’ll help you connect with trusted options for accommodations and dining around downtown Des Moines.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309-2897.
  • Site size: about 12 acres (plan reflects 12-acre site with outdoor and indoor spaces).
  • Venue type: botanical garden with a geodesic-dome conservatory.
  • Seating/chart: no public seating chart; event spaces include Conservatory (up to 220), DuPont Room (up to 220), Walsh & Swartz Rooms (up to 120); total meeting space ~7,500 sq ft.
  • Parking: free on-site parking; limited spaces; overflow parking along Robert D. Ray Drive for large events.
  • Transit: nearby public transit stops along East Grand Avenue; roughly an 8-block walk from stops to the garden.
  • Nearby hotels: multiple downtown Des Moines hotels within 1–2 miles (e.g., Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, Surety Hotel, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University).
  • Notable events hosted: Dome After Dark (Friday Night Lights) and Botanical Blues concerts; also weddings and other private events.