The Iowa Events Center is the state’s premier convention center and arena, located in downtown Des Moines. The Iowa Events Center is an OVG360 Facility and owned by Polk County. We are a full-service venue management and hospitality company that helps client partners reimagine the sports, live entertainment, and convention industries for the betterment of the venue, employees, artists, athletes, and surrounding communities. Food Service is provided by OVG Hospitality.