Contemporary downtown venue in fine arts building
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This vendor updated their storefront within the last 15 days.
Des Moines Metro Area
Service area
Modern Elegance For Your Milestone
The Big Room at Mainframe Studios is a unique venue located in the vibrant area of downtown Des Moines, IA. This space gives off a light-filled industrial ambiance and offers flexibility so you can build your dream wedding from the ground up. With catering options, top-class hospitality, and a blank canvas to create your event, you are sure to have the time of your life here.
Convenience and Versatility at Every Turn
The Big Room at Mainframe Studios presents couples with 4,650 square feet of possibility for their wedding celebrations. With 12-foot high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, the striking features of this space are sure to leave a lasting impression. Toast with your friends and family as you overlook sweeping views of the city. Here, you can invite 150 guests to join your festivities, and depending on your needs, there are additional atrium and meeting room options. Before the day begins, you'll have access to a private suite for you and your party to get ready. The Big Room can host both the ceremony and receptions for a seamless and stress-free experience for you and your loved ones.
Unforgettable Wedding Experiences
The team at The Big Room at Mainframe Studios wants to help ensure your vision is brought to life at their venue. Catering and bar services are available with fabulous menu options from their in-house partners, Tangerine Food Company. They will work alongside you to curate your perfect meal with all your favorite flavors. In addition, this property is close to many hotels, restaurants, and attractions. Mainframe Studios is a non-profit organization that provides permanent, affordable workspaces for artists. Many of these artists in the building offer photographic services, invitation and printing services, and more, so you and your guests are welcome to explore what they have to offer!
9+ years in business
Speaks English
4 team members
Amenities + details
Amenities
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Industrial & Warehouse
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Service Staff
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.02 reviews
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Kim B
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5.0
3/11/2021
We loved The Big Room! We were able to hold both our wedding and reception in the room, with the staff readying the room for the latter during a cocktail hour in the atrium. We wer...
e able to bring in beautiful decor that highlighted the fabulous windows in the room—a definite chic industrial vibe and our guests loved visiting the artist studios before festivities started. Tangerine’s catering was perfect, of course; our guests continue to rave. In all, the location and catering far exceeded our expectations!!
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Laurie W
5.0
3/09/2021
Simply put-this is absolutely THE BEST SPOT for your wedding/reception/rehearsal dinner, etc! We did it all here and honestly I would not change a thing. Everything was gorgeous. ...
There were NO snaffus of any kind. The personnel working throughout were top notch. And the FOOD!!!! Oh my gosh, it was SUPERB!! We literally had people from various parts of the country AND Singapore at our event and to this day everyone comments on how delicious everything was!!!! This group is so easy to work with, so professional and generally so very kind. I would have all my events here!! Honestly just call them. You will be so glad you did!!
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