Toast

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Guest capacity

Up to 425 seated guests

About this venue

Toast is a stunning industrial CHIC venue located just a short distance from downtown Des Moines in Ankeny’s vibrant and upscale entertainment center — The District at Prairie Trail. With over 15,000 square feet of space that includes a luxurious main event space, bridal suite and rooftop patio, Toast hosts events of all sizes including intimate gatherings and large celebrations for up to 425 people.

Seated guest capacity

30-425

Venue type

Industrial Spaces
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

1345 SW Park Square Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Our event spaces

Main Event Space
Ceremony Space
Rooftop Patio
Bridal Suite

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Main Event Space

Luxurious and spacious main event space.

Toast’s main area is luxurious and spacious — providing a stunning industrial CHIC space with exposed brick, beautiful wood flooring and crystal chandeliers all throughout the venue. With seating for up to 425, our clients never need to worry about having enough space to host all of their loved ones.

Guest capacity

0-425 Seated

0-425 Standing

Square footage

7,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

-Farmhouse wooden tables -Round tables with linens -Restoration Hardware chandeliers -Dimmable lighting -Three movable bars -Side terrace lined with cocktail tables -Exposed brick -Four large projectors and screens -Black cross-back chairs

Room cost

$5,000 for a Friday and $7,500 for a Saturday

Available services that can be provided by Toast

Services & amenities

Bar services
Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event staff
Lighting/Sound
On-site accommodations
Pet friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

Transportation & access

Self parking - free
Valet - paid
Wheelchair accessible

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May 17, 2024
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•Stacey I.•Jun 2, 2024
We got married at Toast last month, and it was my dream wedding. We toured Toast over a year and a half ago and Sara was so helpful and kind from the start! While it’s not the cheapest venue out there it is by far the most beautiful and requires less decor - potentially saving you money on other items. The only thing that we wish the venue did have was a room for the groom/groomsmen to get ready.

Toast is perfect for both intimate and large gatherings and can easily host up to 425 people.

Yes! Toast will have staff on site throughout your event to ensure everything related to the venue runs as smoothly as possible. Staff will handle all vendor and guest questions, ensure all spaces are kept clean and manage any other day-of emergencies that arise. Please note that we recommend hiring a dedicated event planner for large events. We are happy to provide references upon request.

Yes! Toast has plenty of parking for guests to leave vehicles overnight.

Absolutely! While Ankeny has many hotels to choose from, The Residence Inn by Marriott is a one-minute walk across the street from Toast.

While not required, we highly recommend hiring a coordinator for large events. Coordinators will help ensure the entire event runs smoothly and that you are able to truly enjoy it.

Toast has its own liquor license so we are able to serve hosted drinks or provide a cash bar that serves mixed drinks, craft beers and a large selection of wines. No outside alcohol is allowed.

We welcome all florists, event coordinators, decorators and photographers of your choosing to help create the event you’ve always dreamed of. All caterers must be licensed. We have an extensive list of caterers who are approved for our space that we would love to recommend. Any caterers who are not on the list must be approved two months before your event date.

We’d love to chat with you about hosting your event at Toast! Please reach out using the contact form or by giving us a call.

For most events serving alcohol, security personnel is required and will cost an additional $250. Toast also requires that you purchase your own event insurance policy for large events — a small investment that protects you in a number of situations. Wedsure, Wedsafe and Progressive offer affordable policies for event insurance.

Yes, please feel free to transform our space and make it your own! All decor that is brought in must be removed from the space by the end of the event. Rental items must be picked up by the end of your event or arranged for pick-up the following day.

No, we’ll handle that for you! We’ll have you provide us with your seating arrangement and our staff will have everything set up and ready for you.

Yes! All candles must be enclosed in glass, however, to abide by the fire code.

We understand the day of your event will be busy! In order to allow ample time for set-up, you will gain access to Toast starting at 9:00 a.m. on the day of your event. Depending on Toast's event schedule, access the day prior may be available.

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Toast

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About this venue

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