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Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center (EMC Expo Center) - Des Moines Venue Information, Pa

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About Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center

Hy-Vee Hall, part of the Iowa Events Center complex in Des Moines, is a premier multi-purpose venue known for large-scale events, concerts, conventions, and historic moments like Barack Obama’s 2008 Iowa caucus victory speech. Formerly the EMC Expo Center, the venue officially adopted its current name on January 1, 2025 under a naming rights deal with EMC Insurance. The three-venue complex includes Hy-Vee Hall/EMC Expo Center, Community Choice Convention Center, and Casey's Center, offering extensive space for exhibitions, concerts, and conferences.

Whether you’re planning a major concert, a trade show, or a convention, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and navigate the venue with ease.

Hy-Vee Hall delivers up to about 17,000 seats for events, with exhibit space totaling 100,000 square feet and an adjacent 28,800-square-foot Grand Ballroom. On-site parking accommodates around 1,400 vehicles, with additional downtown parking and convenient skywalk access. The venue is well-served by Des Moines Area Transit and downtown skywalks, and rideshare options are encouraged for easy arrivals. The Hilton Des Moines Downtown sits adjacent to the complex, offering convenient lodging for out-of-town guests. As a historic venue, Hy-Vee Hall continues to host a wide range of events, from political milestones to modern concerts and trade shows. For tickets and event details, we’ve got you covered with a straightforward, no-fluff approach.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Renamed EMC Expo Center on January 1, 2025 under a naming rights deal with EMC Insurance.
  • Address: EMC Expo Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.
  • Venue type: part of the Iowa Events Center three-venue complex (EMC Expo Center, Community Choice Convention Center, Casey's Center).
  • Capacity: Hy-Vee Hall/EMC Expo Center up to about 17,000 seated; exhibit space of 100,000 sq ft; additional spaces include a 28,800 sq ft Grand Ballroom in the adjacent convention space.
  • Parking: on-site parking around 1,400 spaces; additional downtown parking with skywalk access.
  • Transit: serviced by Des Moines area transit and downtown skywalks; rideshare options promoted for event arrivals.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Des Moines Downtown attached to the complex (approximately 330 rooms).
  • Notable events: Barack Obama’s 2008 Iowa caucus victory speech held at Hy-Vee Hall.