Located minutes east of Des Moines, at the heart of Iowa’s favorite entertainment destination, Altoona has just what you need for your next business meeting, wedding, anniversary, grad party or other event.
Beautiful Spaces
Altoona’s excellent hotels and event facilities—like Prairie Meadows and the newly renovated Terrace Hills Golf Course—offer spaces to stay, play and host your event.
Fun Places
The area’s numerous restaurants, breweries, parks, entertainment attractions and shopping destinations ensure that you and your guests will have an unforgettable time.
Convenient Location
Traveling to Altoona is easy. The community is located just off Interstate 80, minutes from the Des Moines Airport and Downtown. No matter where your guests are coming from, they’ll have no trouble reaching your event.
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Whether it’s an intimate meeting or a large-scale event, Prairie Meadows has the staff, space, and resources to host functions of any size – all of which can be customized to make your event a unique experience.
- 34,000 square feet of versatile space
- 20 unique room configurations
- Space that can accommodate up to 2,000 guests for standing-room-only or up to 1,000 for seated functions
- Raised theater-style stage
- State-of-the-art AV capabilities with multiple projectors and screens
- Executive chef-led kitchen
- Attentive service staff & bartenders
If you’re looking to host a business meeting or social gathering with less than 100 guests, Prairie Meadows has options for you, too. With the Events Center’s unique room configurations, Prairie Meadows can create a space specifically designed for your needs.
In addition to event space, Prairie Meadows has amenities for you and your guests that cannot be matched anywhere in central Iowa. Their newly remodeled hotel can accommodate you and your guests in their spacious rooms with luxury bedding and contemporary finishes.
Hotel Amenities
- 168 luxury rooms & suites
- Saltwater pool
- Fitness center
- Business center
- Photo Finish Lounge
Hungry? You can dine onsite at a full-service restaurant or grab a quick bite at Prairie Meadows’ concessionaire locations.
For a truly exceptional dining experience, visit AJ’s Steakhouse where they feature the choicest cuts of beef and boldly flavored American cuisine. Tap here for reservations. Visit the Café for a casual dining experience and enjoy comfort-food favorites, weekday & weekend specials, and an extensive breakfast menu. If you’re needing delicious food fast, stop by The Paddock for cooked-to-order sandwiches, pizza, and breakfast favorites. When it’s time for a night cap, visit any of the casino level bars or Photo Finish Lounge, near the hotel lobby, for hand-crafted cocktails, and full-service bar.
At the heart of the recently renovated Terrace Hills Golf Course is the new clubhouse. A spacious facility designed to host up to 150 guests—with its own catering service providing homemade food—the clubhouse is a beautiful spot to host your next wedding, meeting, corporate event, fundraiser, graduation party or birthday celebration.
Beyond the clubhouse, there’s plenty of fun to be had for golfers and non-golfers alike. Terrace Hills is home to an 18-hole, Par 71 Championship course, along with a world-class mini-golf course, a driving range, and activities aimed at introducing new golfers to the sport.
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