Sherwood Forest Event Center has built its reputation as Des Moines' most beautifully designed wedding venue. But the space, the team, and the in-house design expertise that make Sherwood Forest exceptional for weddings make it equally exceptional for everything else.
Corporate events that actually impress clients. Holiday parties people talk about for years. Milestone birthdays that feel as significant as they are. Charity galas that command the room. Celebrations of life that honor someone the way they deserve to be honored. Quinceañeras, anniversaries, graduation parties, and everything in between.
Whatever the occasion, Sherwood Forest brings the same commitment to design, detail, and personal service that has made it one of the most celebrated event venues in the Des Moines metro. Because every event worth hosting is worth hosting beautifully.
Corporate events that leave an impression
Whether you're hosting a client dinner, a company milestone, an employee appreciation event, or an annual awards ceremony, Sherwood Forest provides the kind of setting that signals to every person in the room that this organization takes quality seriously.
Our industrial-chic space, cascading chandeliers, a 32-foot full-service bar, built-in stage, full A/V system with wireless microphone, and HD projector and screen, is fully equipped for both the presentation and the celebration. Our on-site event coordinator handles the logistics so your team can focus on the people in the room.
For corporate groups looking for a Des Moines event venue that feels elevated without feeling stuffy, Sherwood Forest is the answer.
Holiday parties your team will actually look forward to
The chandelier-lit space transforms beautifully for holiday celebrations: warm, atmospheric, and genuinely festive in a way that a hotel ballroom or restaurant private room simply can't replicate.
Our in-house décor team at Loved + Cherished can design a holiday setup that feels intentional and distinctive rather than generic and last-minute. Add our full-service bar with a custom holiday cocktail menu and your team has a reason to actually show up.
Holiday bookings at Sherwood Forest fill early. If you're planning for the end of the year, reaching out now is the right call
Milestone birthdays that feel as significant as they are
A 30th, a 50th, a 70th — some birthdays deserve more than a restaurant reservation. They deserve a room designed around the person being celebrated, a team invested in every detail, and a space that makes every guest feel like they're somewhere special.
At Sherwood Forest, our in-house décor team works with you to create a setup that reflects the guest of honor — their style, their story, and the significance of the milestone.
The venue accommodates up to 250 guests, Offers a full-service bar, open catering policy, and on-site coordination, everything you need to host a milestone birthday that the guest of honor will genuinely never forget.
Charity galas and fundraisers that command the room
The setting of a fundraiser sends a message before a single word is spoken. A beautiful venue signals that the cause behind the event is worth taking seriously, and it raises the baseline expectation of every guest in the room, which is good for donations.
Sherwood Forest provides the ideal setting for Des Moines charity galas and nonprofit fundraisers. The built-in stage is perfect for live auctions, keynote speakers, and award presentations. The chandelier-lit reception space creates the kind of atmosphere that makes formal dinners feel genuinely special. Our full A/V system with wireless microphone means your speakers are heard clearly from every seat in the room.
Our team works with nonprofit organizers and event planners to ensure the logistics are handled, so your focus stays on the mission and the people who are there to support it.
Celebrations of life that honor someone the way they deserve
Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things there is. The space where you do it matters more than people realize.
Sherwood Forest offers a warm, beautifully designed setting for celebrations of life and memorial gatherings that honors the person being remembered.
Our on-site coordinator works closely with families to ensure the day unfolds exactly as intended. The open catering policy means you can serve the food that meant something to them. The space accommodates up to 250 guests, intimate enough to feel personal, spacious enough to hold everyone who loved them.
We are honored to hold space for these moments. It is a responsibility we take seriously.
Every event at Sherwood Forest includes
Whether you're booking a wedding or a corporate dinner, the same exceptional amenities are included in every Sherwood Forest event.
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Tables, chairs, and black or white linens including setup and tear down
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Seating for 250 guests
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Access to bridal & groom suites
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Beautiful chandeliers
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HD Projector and screen
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Built-in large stage
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A/V system with wireless microphone
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Assistance of an on-site event director
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Full-service bar
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Bartenders for the duration of your event
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Flat screen TV by the bar
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Open catering policy
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Beautiful centerpieces for tables
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Custom decor package
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On-site event manager the day of your event
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On-site parking with covered front entrance
*Pricing & Amenities are subject to change, please contact us for our most up to date packages.*
Let's start planning your event
Every great event starts with a conversation. Tell us about what you're planning, the occasion, the date, the number of guests, and we will be in touch with you shortly to talk through what Sherwood Forest can do for you.
We host a limited number of events each month to ensure every client gets the full attention of our team. If you have a date in mind, reaching out sooner rather than later is always the right call.