Wakonda Club Golf Course Tickets

Location: Private Golf & Event Venue in Des Moines, IA

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About Wakonda Club Golf Course

Wakonda Club is a private, member-owned golf and country club in Des Moines, Iowa. Opened in 1922, the 18-hole course was designed by William Langford and has evolved into a multi-faceted club offering dining, tennis, and aquatic facilities. Since 2013, Wakonda has hosted the Principal Charity Classic, a premier PGA Tour Champions event drawing tens of thousands of spectators each year. The club is known for its storied history, lush greens, and a commitment to providing a welcoming, straightforward experience for members and guests alike.

For event attendees, Wakonda blends a refined club atmosphere with accessible spectator areas specific to each event. While there is no public seating chart, spectator seating is arranged in event-specific zones, including the Wakonda Club Skybox during major tournaments. If you’re planning a visit for a tournament or a private event, we’ve got you covered with transport options, parking, and nearby accommodations.

Parking at event times typically includes free downtown parking with a shuttle to Wakonda, with convenient rideshare drop-offs at Wakonda Christian Church. For those arriving by bike, a bike valet operates on Sundays during PCC events. If you’re staying in the area, consider nearby hotels along Fleur Drive: Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport, Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport, and Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport, all within a short drive. Whether you’re here for a round of golf, a charity event, or a club dining experience, Wakonda offers a straightforward, dependable path to a great day out in Des Moines.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321.
Venue type: private, member-owned golf and country club with dining, tennis, and aquatic facilities.
Course designer: William Langford; 18-hole course opened in 1922.
Notable events: Principal Charity Classic (PGA Tour Champions) held at Wakonda since 2013; 2025 attendance reported ~55,000.
Seating/chart: No public seating chart; spectator seating is via event-specific areas; references to Wakonda Club Skybox during events.
Parking/transit for events: free downtown parking with shuttle to Wakonda; rideshare drop-off at Wakonda Christian Church; bike access with bike valet (Sunday) during PCC.
Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport (6800 Fleur Drive), Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport (5231 Fleur Drive), Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport (6880 Fleur Drive).