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EXPLORE DES MOINES | | | | | | | 1501 Grand Ave
Des Moines,
IA
50309
515-244-3092 | | | | | Description: With an entrance door that sports a guitar with a globe superimposed on it, this local music club is a hot spot. Blues on Grand showcases live blues music Tuesday through Saturday nights, and the crowd is classic. The décor features a clunky wooden bar and chrome and black vinyl bar stools. Call ahead for show times and listings.
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| 560 S Prairie View Dr, Ste 100
West Des Moines,
IA
50266
515-270-2100 | | | | | Description: Get ready to laugh because the Funny Bone Comedy Club's humor is contagious. The entertainment lineup includes some of the best touring comics in the U.S., many of whom have appeared on "The Tonight Show" and "David Letterman." The club offers an extensive drink menu as well as appetizers. Call ahead for scheduled performers and ticket prices.
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| 525 East Grand
Des Moines,
IA
50309
515-727- 4370 | | | | | Description: With incentives like free beer before concerts and free chili before Monday Night Football, this club and live music venue is popular. The House of Bricks is a local institution and features weekly specials such as Wednesday Night Blues Jams and a monthly swap meeting for musicians. Call ahead for concert times and listings.
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| 214 4th St
Des Moines,
IA
50309
515-288-5282 | | | | | Description: Java Joe's may brew a mean cup of coffee, but this local hangout is also renowned for the live music it books. Set in an historic livery building, the décor features high ceilings, distressed brick walls, aged wooden floors, and plenty of tables and chairs. The coffee house sells teas and coffees, and drink choices include lattes, espressos, and cappuccinos, as well as mochas, chai and hot teas. Musical entertainment is diverse, and the coffee house attracts both a college age and business professional clientele.
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| Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino1 Prairie Meadows Dr
Altoona,
IA
50009-0901
515-967-1000 | | | | | Description: Slot machines and racetracks create an enticing environment at this popular attraction. The Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino sizzles. Guests can watch thoroughbred horse and greyhound racing, and then enjoy a delicious meal at Champions Restaurant, AJ's Steakhouse, Triple Crown Eatery, and there is also a concessions booth. An additional option is playing one of over 1,000 slot machines and then catching a musical act at the Finish Line Show Lounge. The staff is attentive, but the fun is only for adults, 21 and older.
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| 301 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines,
IA
50265
515-223-6152 | | | | | Description: Located in Valley Junction, this popular dance hall and club is classic. The club dates back to 1939 and has evolved into one of the area's premier dance halls. The Val Air Ballroom schedules a variety of events, including performances by entertainers like Gregg Allman and the Everett Boyer Orchestra. They give dance lessons and the facility is available for private parties.
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| Veterans Memorial Auditorium833 5th Ave
Des Moines,
IA
50309
515-323-5400 | | | | | Description: With attractions like "Disney on Ice" and the National Arenacross Series (motorcycle racing), this local arena can fill quite an entertainment bill. Located downtown and convenient to the skywalk, the Veterans Memorial Auditorium can accommodate over 14,000 attendees for sporting events and over 11,000 concertgoers. Prices vary per event, so call ahead for listings.
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