Things To Do
Take a few hours to explore the capital city with this all-encompassing, totally comprehensive list of bars and breweries.
Peace Tree Brewing Co. - Des Moines Branch
317 East Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309, (515) 883-2739
Home of the (in)famous Blonde Fatale. Have a glass and walk/wobble to the venue in time for the ceremony.
The Republic on Grand
401 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309, (515) 518-6070
Located on the top floor of the AC Hotel, The Republic features craft cocktails and some of the best of views of Des Moines' sweeping, dramatic skyline. It's also where we had our first date!
Twisted Vine Brewery
112 Southeast 4th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309, (515) 720-2940
A new(ish) brewery to Des Moines' East Village that is a literal stone's throw from the venue.
The Iowa Taproom
215 East 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309, (515) 243-0827
Enjoy some of the best beers from around the state of Iowa before walking over to the venue.
El Bait Shop
200 Southwest 2nd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309, (515) 284-1970
With 251 beers on tap, you're bound to find something you like. If not, they do have ice water.
For all the days along the way