PRESENTED BY NATIONWIDE
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:
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The Mission and Core Values of the Des Moines Arts Festival.
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Production and programming for the annual festival.
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Professional development of individual creatives in our community.
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Development and support for the creative economy in our community.
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Our free-to-attend culture.
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Your contribution is a sign you value Iowa's arts and culture and ensure this celebrated organization continues to enrich the quality of life in Central Iowa. A portion of your contribution is tax deductible. A charitable acknowledgment letter will be mailed for your records.
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.
VIP Benefits
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​Terrace seating
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High-value networking
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Air-conditioned bathroom facilities
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Package hold
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Private bar
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Lite culinary fare each day of the Festival
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Complimentary and discounted beverages
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Exclusive programming including meet and greets with exhibiting artists​
Des Moines Arts Festival Patron Packages
Executive Circle Package
$2,750
Patron of the Arts Package
$1,700
Curator Package
$575
Friend +1 Package
$210
Friend Package
$110
**Access. For each “access” the patron will receive three tickets. One each for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tickets are required for entry regardless of age. Your ticket is exchanged at the entrance of the VIP Club for a wristband that is good for that day only. The wristband includes two complimentary drink tickets that are valid at private bar inside VIP Club. After the two, patrons may purchase beverages at a discounted rate. Drink tickets and discounted rate is available only at the VIP Club bar.
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*The Des Moines Arts Festival® is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. A portion of your contribution is tax deductible. A charitable contribution acknowledgment letter will be mailed for your records to the address provided
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.
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 2025 Patrons
Executive Circle
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Patron of the Arts
​Kate Garst
Curator
Chad and Emily · Stevens ​Martin A. Matkovich · Patty & Doug Dornacker · Tim and Mary Wolf · Tracy and Craig Branch
Friend of the Arts
Amy · Andrew Pollen & Jeremy Shivers · David Marquette · Gerald and Susan Hurst · Jackie Quinn · Jennifer Boland · Jeremy Weiss · Jim Spooner and Judy Quick · Jody and Julie Ingersoll · John F. Erdoesy · Marsha & Jim Aldridge · Michelle Cattoor · Nancy Kane and Dave Holt · Jody Leo · Sherilyn and Mitchell Hoyer · Tim & LuAnn Reinders