Catch Des Moines
Convention & Visitors Bureau
About Catch Des Moines
Everyone loves an underdog. In Greater Des Moines, it’s our competitive advantage. From our humble beginnings as a quiet insurance town, we’ve worked hard to create a home field advantage as an unexpected sports mecca in the heart of the Midwest.
The country’s largest skatepark. An iconic track and field venue. The longest running minor league affiliation in baseball. There’s a reason we were named #1 Minor League Sports Market in the nation and that NBA Hall of Famer Reggie Miller said, “Des Moines is the best site I’ve ever been a part of.”
Whether we’re hosting marquee sporting events like the NCAA Tournament and Dew Tour, or a youth soccer tournament in the suburbs, our fans show up loud and proud. We’ve got the venues, the people, and the passion to ensure that your next sporting event will be a winner. Big or small, let’s play ball!
Things to do in Catch Des Moines
There is a reason we are the fastest-growing city in the Midwest. People like it here, and not only in a “great-place-to-raise-a-family” way, but in a “great-place-to-spend-a-weekend” way, too.
Hungry? We've got regional specialties ranging from burgers served up zombie-style to Steak De Burgo. Thirsty? Our two biggest taprooms combine for more than 340 beers on tap. Bored? Our Downtown Farmers' Market is ranked #2 in the country and we have more than 800 miles of biking trails. Kids? Adventureland Park, the Science Center of Iowa and Blank Park Zoo bring out the kid in all of us. Retail therapy? Hit up one of the Midwest's premier shopping malls, Jordan Creek Town Center, or take a stroll through the hip Historic East Village. We'll quickly dispel your stereotypes turn "Des Moines, huh?" into "Des Moines, who knew?"
Travel details
The closest major airport to Des Moines, Iowa is Des Moines International Airport (DSM / KDSM). This airport is 8 miles from the center of Des Moines, IA with over 25 nonstop destinations. American , Allegiant, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines all service the Des Moines International airports. At the intersection of interstates 80 and 35, Des Moines is within a day's drive for 25% of the country.
Services offered
Grant Programs
Lodging Services
Marketing
PR/Media Assistance
Signage
Site Visits
Volunteer
Welcome Bags
Event Marketing Sponsorship
"Catch Crew" volunteer staff can work registration tables and more, while offering expertise on the city directly from a local. We have a housing bureau available through the CVB. From banners, signs, and letters to ice chests, coolers, and windscreen, we have it all to welcome your group to the city. Think outside the box and we will help make it possible.
Contacts
- JDJohn Doe
Manager