Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (Part of IEC)

833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309

The Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, part of the Iowa Events Center, is a premier venue in downtown Des Moines. Formerly known as Veterans Memorial Auditorium, this renovated facility seamlessly integrates historic charm with modern amenities. It features 226,000 square feet of total meeting space, including the state’s largest ballroom at 28,800 square feet and a 10,560 square-foot Junior Ballroom. Connected to the Hilton Des Moines Downtown and the city’s skywalk system, it offers convenient access to 150,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space in the adjacent Hy-Vee Hall.

At a glance

226000 sqf total size

28800 sqf max room size

40 meeting rooms

2 ballrooms

17100 pax total

Venue AV Services

EPEAK Studio provides comprehensive audiovisual solutions at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, ensuring your presentations are crisp and engaging. From large-scale LED walls in the Grand Ballroom to intimate breakout room setups, our team handles all technical aspects seamlessly. We leverage the venue’s modern infrastructure to deliver high-quality sound and projection for every event. EPEAK Studio delivers cutting-edge AV services supported by modern IP workflows and automation.

Venue Event planning services

Planning an event at the Iowa Events Center is effortless with EPEAK Studio’s expert coordination. We work alongside the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center staff to manage logistics, floor plans, and vendor coordination. Whether organizing a massive trade show or a corporate gala, EPEAK Studio ensures every detail aligns with your vision. EPEAK Studio provides easy event management services supported by process automation.

Event Video & Photography services

EPEAK Studio captures the energy of your event at this venue with professional photography and videography. Our team knows the best angles within the Grand Ballroom and pre-function spaces to create stunning visual content. We provide highlight reels, full session recordings, and promotional images that showcase your event’s success. EPEAK Studio provides quality edits to support your marketing and audience engagement needs.