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Pricing Information

These prices are available for the months of June through October. These prices are available for the months of November through May.
Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar
$5 starting price
Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar
$5 starting price

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About

Prairie Meadows is a full-service wedding event venue located minutes from Des Moines in Altoona, Iowa. The extravagant event space offers high ceilings, a spacious dance floor, and customizable lighting to match your vision. The sophisticated venue, with its vast banquet hall, is ideal for your more lavish affair. Prairie Meadows is really ideal for a ceremony or reception, considering that both its style and size are larger than life.

Facilities and Capacities
The Prairie Meadows can comfortably house up to 650 guests, so it can easily serve your more sizable affair. But if you're interested in something more intimate, this versatile venue also offers over a dozen room configurations. These configurations will also work for your cocktail hour bridal suite/groom’s den. Prairie Meadows is a varied event space and can easily suit any size affair.

Services Offered
In addition to your reception, this multi-purpose venue can host your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, and ceremony. The hard-working event team at Prairie Meadows will work closely with you to ensure that your big day is nothing short of a dream come true. From in-house catering and bar services to all-inclusive packages, Prairie Meadows has got all of your wedding services covered. Reception bookings include:

  • Venue coordination
  • Tables & chair
  • Setup & teardown
  • Custom staging
  • Dance floor
  • Choice of colored ceiling lighting
  • Elegant table settings
  • Choice of black or white linens
  • Centerpiece option
  • Hotel room for newlyweds night of event
  • Menu tasting for up to (6) six guests


Cuisine
Prairie Meadows offers in-house catering and bar services. The food is expertly prepared by experienced chefs who use only premium ingredients. The menu is customizable, and the kind folks at Prairie Meadows will adhere to any dietary restrictions you may have. Prairie Meadows also offers a fully stocked bar with ample selections of beers, wines, and spirits.

Accommodations
Conveniently, Prairie Meadows is attached to a luxury hotel and casino. This will ensure that you and your guests have a place to stay leading up to and following your wedding day. Prairie Meadows also offers abundant on-site parking and wheelchair accommodations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December
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Christine Married on 08/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful experience for cocktail and dinner reception. Excellent value. The Prairie Meadows planner (Kristen ) was prompt in replying to our many questions and went "above and beyond" . She exceeded our expectations. The staff was attentive and pro active. We are still receiving compliments on the food and beverages. This venue was perfect for us.
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Carly Married on 08/14/2010
5 out of 5 rating
They were wonderful every step of the way. The staff was so helpful and were willing to do all they could to make your day perfect. The night of the reception was smooth and very well organized. Kudos all around!
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Whitney Married on 10/11/2008
4.4 out of 5 rating
They did a great job my husband and I were very happy. They accommodated almost everything we needed. Somewhat pricy but they have great staff.
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