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Pricing information

Reception
$3,800 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$5 per person
Reception
$3,800
Ceremony
$500
Bar service
$5

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Unique aesthetic style
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About

On WeddingWire since 2016

The Bash Events and Catering is a historic wedding venue in Des Moines, Iowa. Originally The Chamberlain Building, it is a full-service wedding venue, specializing in weddings, corporate events, and more. Located near the Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Downtown Des Moines, it is a perfect venue for couples looking to get married in a vintage setting.

Facilities and Capacity
The Bash Event can accommodate up to 450 guests. The venue has three event spaces, including a banquet hall, a balcony, and a lounge with a hand-crafted custom bar. This historic venue features a magnificent tin ceiling and original penny tile floor, which make it a perfect setting for events. The venue is equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual system.

Services Offered
The venue provides its event spaces to host engagement party, wedding ceremonies, receptions, and bridal showers. The venue also houses Della Dolce Bakery, which offers a range of delicious items, from cakes and cupcakes to creme brûlée and pot de creme. The Bash offers the following services:

  • Set up
  • Clean up
  • Accommodations
  • Bridal suites available
  • Event planning
  • Lighting/sound
  • Cake services
  • Parking available
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering, including buffet, tapas, and plated styles of catering



History
Currently located in the Western Gateway of downtown Des Moines, The Chamberlain Building was built in 1917. Originally built to house Taylor Automotive, the building has undergone significant changes, though care has been taken to preserve its allure and craftsmanship.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

$3,800

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

$3,800

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?

$500

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
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Stacie C. Sent on 10/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful venue with the most wonderful team!

I cannot express enough good things about this venue. Not only was it the most beautiful space that needed next to no decorating whatsoever, but also the service from Catherine and her team was un-matched.

We booked this venue for a wedding during 2020, but of course, had to reschedule due to the pandemic. A stressful situation was made smooth by Catherine's grace and understanding in moving our day to October of 2021. She helped us at every step of the process: even having to coordinate with us from where we live in San Francisco. Any time we wanted to hop on a call, hash over questions, or any form of communication, Catherine was always efficient and attentive.

Leading up to the wedding, she helped us finalize everything to create our dream day. The venue is a dual-height space and she executed our vision for both a ceremony and reception using both levels.

We describe our day to people looking back as effortless, because Catherine and her team truly made the flow of the day and evening so seamless without coming to us with any of the coordinating. She truly allowed us to be present and focused on our people which was the most important thing for us.

Beyond the space and service, the food and drinks were impeccable! We had a pasta bar that I still think about to this day (the rolls are dreamy). In addition, Catherine is up front with her clients about drink prices and wants to help you spend your money most effectively. That solution for us was two signature cocktail pitchers, mojitos and margaritas, that were a hit!

I have missed countless compliments that I could continue to list off, but I will end with a giant recommendation to this venue and this team of servant-hearted people!
Christine
Christine S. Sent on 11/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Bash is amazing!

Bash is such an amazing building to begin with! Catherine manages to turn it into the most beautiful facility to host a wedding in and she utilizes the space perfectly.

Catherine was so much fun and so pleasant to work with! We highly recommend choosing Bash for your venue! Catherine has the best set up and package for all of the venues that we researched and chose! Our wedding was a dream come true and was even better than we ever imagined it would be! We received constant compliments about how amazing our venue was and how beautiful!

Thank you to Catherine at Bash and all of her crew for making such a wonderful night possible for us! We are so grateful and happy!
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Lydia S. Sent on 06/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous venue with exceptional service!

We are so grateful to Catherine and everyone at Bash who helped give us the perfect wedding! The space is beautiful and is great for both a ceremony and reception (it is amazing how quickly they can do the flip!). There is also a great bridal suite that was perfect for both the bridesmaids and groomsmen to get ready in and take pictures. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable about event planning and was very helpful throughout the entire planning process and day-of coordination. We did our catering through Bash as well and when we wanted a specific menu, Catherine went above and beyond to accommodate for us and everything turned out delicious! I can't recommend highly enough!
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