Curate

Curate is a catering and event venue business in Des Moines, IA, located at 322 East Court Avenue. It serves Central Iowa and surrounding areas, hosting events ranging from intimate gatherings of 40 guests to large celebrations of up to 400. The business specializes in weddings, corporate events, social gatherings, conferences, galas, fundraisers, and association meetings. It offers full-service catering with custom menus, in-house event planning, full-service bar service, decor options, and AV services. With more than 75 years of experience in the industry, Curate provides complimentary consultations, site visits, and proposals, along with custom pricing based on client preferences and budget. The venue holds a rating of 4.80 based on 322 reviews.

The facility features two unique spaces in the heart of Des Moines’ East Village, designed to accommodate various event styles and sizes. An in-house kitchen prepares fresh, chef-made dishes, and experienced event planners manage every detail of the production. Curate includes a bridal suite for wedding preparations and offers outdoor event space options. The team provides complimentary tastings for booked events and supports both pickup and delivery for catering needs. Payment options include American Express, cash, check, Discover, invoice, MasterCard, Visa, Zelle, Venmo, and Cash App. Services are available in English and Spanish. Business hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with the space available by appointment only. Curate has been recognized as a multiple winner of Cityview's "Best Of" awards and maintains affiliations with the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, and CATCH Des Moines.

The location sits on East Court Avenue, just a short walk from the East Village neighborhood center. It is about a tenth of a mile from Climb Iowa East Village and the Des Moines Police Department, and roughly two-tenths of a mile from the Fallen Officer Memorial Garden and East Locust Street.

Curate stands out in Des Moines for its high customer satisfaction and established track record, reflected in its consistently strong ratings and large base of reviews. As a full-service event venue and catering provider in the East Village, it combines extensive industry experience with local recognition to support clients in planning weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations.

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