Patron Program

Des Moines Arts Festival is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to impact lives through the arts.

Your donated dollars will go directly to support the free-to-attend Festival with access for everyone to a prestigious juried art fair, free interactive arts activities, concerts from national touring musicians, performing arts showcasing theatre and dance, literary arts programs with nationally known authors, an award-winning film festival, a student art exhibition for young artists to share their work, and so much more!

A contribution to the Des Moines Arts Festival shows that you value Iowa's arts and culture and ensures this celebrated organization continues to enrich the quality of life in Central Iowa.

Individuals and companies who purchase a Patron Package have access to the beautiful and exclusive Silent Rivers VIP Club throughout the Festival weekend. A portion of your Patron Package contribution is tax-deductible, and a charitable acknowledgment letter will be mailed for your records.

Individuals and companies can also make a 100% tax deductible donation to support the award-winning Des Moines Arts Festival. Donations can be made online HERE or by mailing a donation to PO Box 1434, Des Moines, IA 50305.

Silent Rivers
VIP Club

Individuals who purchase a Festival Patron Package celebrate the arts in style during the Des Moines Arts Festival with access to the SILENT RIVERS VIP CLUB. The Silent Rivers VIP Club requires a ticket for entry for all individuals age 10 and older.

Tastefully designed and decorated by Silent Rivers Design + Build, the space includes great views of the festival's Main Stage and incredible networking at one of Iowa's most celebrated event.

Purchase a Patron Package

VIP Benefits

Terrace seating
High-value networking
Air-conditioned bathroom facilities
Package hold
Private bar
Lite culinary fare each day of the Festival
Complimentary and discounted beverages
Exclusive programming including meet and greets with exhibiting artists

VIP PACKAGE DELIVERY

Patrons who select "Mail" as their ticket delivery method should anticipate receiving their package in early June.

Any Patron Package purchased after June 15 will be automatically placed at the Silent Rivers VIP Club Will Call, located at the entrance of the VIP Club and open all hours of the Festival.

Friend Package

$110

Friend+1 Package

$210

Curator Package

$575

Patron of the Arts Package

$1,700

Executive Circle Package

$2,750

DONATE

When you donate to Des Moines Arts Festival, you will be preserving the landmark award-winning Des Moines Arts Festival and supporting the creative economy. Des Moines Arts Festival is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to impact lives through the arts. Donations do not include access to the Silent Rivers VIP Club.

Donate HERE

Learn more about the programs and initiatives your contribution supports with Kristi Knous, President of the Community Foundation Greater Des Moines, and festival Executive Director, Stephen King.

Special Thanks to Our 2026 Patrons

Executive Circle
Brian Laurenzo / Brick Gentry Law Firm • Kristi and Bill Burma • San Wong

Patron of the Arts
Chad and Emily Stevens • Fred and Charlotte Hubbell • Jane and Bob Sturgeon • Rachel and Tom Formaro • Scott and Keaton Pulver • Susan and Carl Voss

Curator
Andrew Pollen & Jeremy Shivers • Brooke and Karl Fultz • Chris Costa • Gregory and Sharon Chlebicki • Jeremy Weiss • John Carstensen & Scott Valbert • John & Sally Irving • Katie and Nathan Overberg • Kevin and Kim Broders • Martin A. Matkovich • MIX Creative Community • Natalie Tomaras & Tim Hauber • Patty & Doug Dornacker • Sarah Garst • Susan Patterson Plank • Stephen King and Shamaine Chambers King • Tim & Mary Wolf • Whitney and Dan Brink & Stephanie Morgan and Keith Snow

Friend of the Arts
Aaron & Katie Reynolds • Adam Fanning • Amy and Jim Kern • Andrew Tincher • Andy Stevenson and Sarah Garbe • Bess Jacobson • Beverly and Bruce Anderson • Bob McKenzie • Brad Holland and Joe Raetz • Chris Kramer • Chris Moon • Connie Boesen • Carrie Rasmussen • Chris Segar • Corrin Smith • Darlis Honnold • David Marquette • Ellen Twinam • Erik Murphy • Gerald and Susan Hurst • Jack and Lori Hackett • Jackie Quinn • Jackie Saunders • Jean Ann Olberding • Jim & Lisa Grieve • Jim Jr and Jenelle Sarcone • Jody Leo • Jomarie Tucci & Todd Schomburg • John F. Erdoesy • Jude Richardson • Judy Quick and Jim Spooner • Kate Parry • Kristina Huntsman • Linda and Robert Gomez • LuAnn & Tim Reinders • Marsha and Jim Aldridge • Michelle Brickman • Mitchell and Sherilyn Hoyer • Nancy J. Kane • Nancy Henderson • Nancy Mailliard • Patrick Parry • Rita Perea • Robert A & Elizabeth C Lee Foundation Fund • Rosetta Dunham • Seth & Tim McMillin-Robb • Stephanie Parry • Sue Breen-Held and Steve Held • Susan Hurst • Taylor Odegard • Terrance N Vorbrich, Vorbrich & Associates • Tom H. Aguirre Jr • Tri-City Electric Co.