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Val Air Ballroom

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West Des Moines
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Val Air Ballroom
5.5/10
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    Lindsey S.
    "Obviously a standing venue...are some seats by the bar."(3 Tips)
    Carlos A. G.
    "Cash only parking and drinks."(3 Tips)
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  • Lindsey S.
    Lindsey SharpMarch 7, 2013
    Throws some pretty great shows. Obviously a standing venue...are some seats by the bar. So get there early for whatever your going for.
  • Carlos A. G.heart icon on user image
    Carlos A. GonzálezMarch 29, 2022
    Very spacious venue. Plenty of parking. Cash only parking and drinks.
  • Digital Tour Bus
    Digital Tour BusMay 11, 2011
    I know it kinda looks like a over-sized barn, but you need a building this big to handle all the rock! Hey, it's better than being in a stuffed concert hall...
  • Tim W.
    Tim WeidemanFebruary 14, 2011
    As far as size goes, you can't beat Val Air. Not too small, not too big. Draws some good shows too.
  • Stacey N.
    Stacey NMarch 24, 2013
    Matt Woods was awesome!! Loved every minute of his set!
  • Kara W.heart icon on user image
    Kara WiedenOctober 15, 2015
    Same stinky, sticky, and outdated space it's been for decades.
  • Becky F.
    Becky FisherAugust 30, 2010
    Go to Val Air for the best in any intimate expierence with music, far cry from an arena feel, gets you close to the band.
  • Retro Campaigns
    Retro CampaignsFebruary 2, 2012
    After finishing third in the Iowa Democratic caucuses on January 19, 2004, Howard Dean attempted to rally his supporters here, an event now remembered more for the infamous "Dean Scream." Read more
  • Ryan M.
    Ryan MaddenAugust 22, 2011
    Always get tickets before the event. Don't will call of buy them at the venue. Will call is messed up so much.
  • David T.
    David TreumannMarch 5, 2011
    The line for the right entrance was much shorter and moved much faster. Still waiting in the cold was no fun.
  • Chelcee C.
    Chelcee CheersMarch 2, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Val Air Ballroom... My home away from home. I LOVE this venue!
  • Tom B.
    Tom BrazeltonFebruary 25, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Box office closed Saturday and Sunday. Kind of inconvenient.
  • Shmee
    ShmeeMarch 5, 2011
    $5 parking fee, black keys a.c. broke and they brought out only 2 floor fans (hot as hell), 13 degrees outside with an hour and a half wait for dropkick murphys..new owners, figure it the Eff out! Grr
  • Jeremy S.
    Jeremy ShueyFebruary 7, 2015
    Terrible venue. The main act I seen was great but the venue is a hole and the opening act was a joke
  • Tom P.heart icon on user image
    Tom PaulsonAugust 8, 2014
    Small smoking area and then they don't let you have a smoke after the show? Bummer dude.
  • Jackie G.
    Jackie GrahamOctober 16, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Wow primus was crazy packed and great show
  • Tony R.
    Tony RiddleMay 9, 2012
    Get here early for ga shows
  • Kc M.
    Kc McKinneyMay 8, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Val Air is the place to be! Awesome shows! Good beer!
  • DW C.
    DW CouchAugust 9, 2010
    In the summertime... Shorts, T-shirt, Baseball cap. It is HOT!
  • Joey A.
    Joey AlyeaMay 10, 2013
    Tech n9nes gonna be sick tonight!!!!!!!
  • Tom B.
    Tom BrazeltonApril 5, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Hey, guys! Enjoy the Metro's worst bathroom while you're here!
  • Mike A.
    Mike AlberyFebruary 12, 2012
    Dances are the new Celtic festivals
  • T.J. V.
    T.J. Van VeenMay 8, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Head to Val Air for an awesome venue for any show!
  • Aaron J.
    Aaron JacoNovember 13, 2010
    Enjoy a drink now and then...
  • Kate T.
    Kate TomkaApril 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Might possibly be one of the worst women's bathrooms I've ever seen. And I went to Iowa.
  • Tai B.
    Tai BJanuary 21, 2011
    They charge $5 to park. Lame!
  • Aaron P.
    Aaron PriceApril 10, 2010
    Don't die
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Val Air Ballroom
301 Ashworth Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
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