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About Polk County Convention Complex

The Polk County Convention Complex, now effectively part of the Iowa Events Center, sits in the heart of downtown Des Moines at 730 3rd Street, IA 50309. The complex combines the EMC Expo Center (ex-Hy-Vee Hall) and Casey’s Center (ex-Wells Fargo Arena) with the Community Choice Convention Center, forming a premier hub for concerts, sporting events, conferences, and large-scale exhibitions. Des Moines-DART provides convenient public transit, with Skywalk connections to downtown parking and the attached Hilton Des Moines Downtown offering direct access for visitors. Whether you’re catching a major touring show, NCAA events, or regional championships, we’ve got you covered with practical tips, venue details, and nearby partner recommendations to help you secure your tickets and plan your visit.

Event spaces within the complex feature a wide range of configurations: EMC Expo Center offers 100,000 square feet of exhibit space and eight meeting rooms, while Casey’s Center can host up to 16,980 concert attendees, 16,110 for basketball, or 15,181 for hockey. On-site parking includes 1,400 spaces with various pricing and access options available through JustPark and IEC lot entrances. Parking is convenient for guests using DART public transit, which connects to Skywalk access for seamless downtown arrivals. For visitors (and fans) planning an extended stay, downtown Des Moines offers a variety of lodging and dining options, with several partner hotels and reputable nearby restaurants. Please note that the Polk County Convention Complex name is effectively absorbed into the Iowa Events Center, and some references may list the original complex as renamed or closed. This page provides up-to-date information and dependable guidance for an easy ticket-buying and event experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.
  • Venue components: EMC Expo Center (ex-Hy-Vee Hall), Casey's Center (ex-Wells Fargo Arena), and the Community Choice Convention Center.
  • EMC Expo Center features 100,000 square feet of exhibit space and eight meeting rooms.
  • Casey’s Center capacity: up to 16,980 for concerts; 16,110 for basketball; 15,181 for hockey.
  • On-site parking: 1,400 parking spaces; parking costs and options available through JustPark and IEC lot entrances.
  • Transit: Des Moines-DART public transit serves the Iowa Events Center; connected by Skywalk access to downtown.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Des Moines Downtown (attached), plus other downtown options within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: NCAA Championship events (2008, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2023) and major touring concerts; home to Iowa Wolves (NBAGL), Iowa Wild (AHL), and Iowa Barnstormers (IFL).
  • Renamed venues: Hy-Vee Hall renamed EMC Expo Center (effective Jan 1, 2025); Wells Fargo Arena renamed Casey’s Center (effective July 1, 2025).
  • Status note: Polk County Convention Complex as a distinct name is effectively absorbed into the Iowa Events Center; some references list the original complex as closed or renamed.