Gay Des Moines Events

Gay Des Moines Events include the annual Capital City Gay Pride Parade and festival and the Iowa Leather Weekend competition and parties. Des Moines has a vibrant gay community, with several gay bars in the East Village.

Capital City Pride Des Moines Iowa

From: Jun. 09.2023 - To: Jun. 11.2023

Thursday, May 13th, 2021

Get ready for a weekend of fun as Iowa's most liberal city is awash in rainbows and hot guys for the annual Capital City Pride festival.

Iowa Leather Weekend Des Moines

From: Aug. 25.2023 - To: Aug. 27.2023

Friday, May 14th, 2021

Join the Iowa Leather family at the Iowa Leather Weekend in Des Moines for a three days of entertainment and the selection of Mr Leather Iowa.

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Des Lux Hotel
3 Star, Relaxing

Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a spa tub. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a sauna, valet parking, and spa services. All 51 rooms provide conveniences like refrigerators and coffee makers, plus free WiFi and flat-screen TVs

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Staybridge Suites
3 Star, Great Value

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This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager’s reception are also provided. Other amenities include a spa tub, a 24-hour business center, and self parking. All 111 rooms feature kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves and dishwashers

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AC Hotel Des Moines
3 Star, Readers Choice

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, a microwave in a common area, and a business center. All 109 rooms provide conveniences like sofa beds and refrigerators, plus free WiFi and Smart TVs

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Embassy Suites Hotel
3 Star, Modern Classic

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

A restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager’s reception are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and self parking. All 234 rooms feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves

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