Downtown DSM USA
The Downtown DSM USA identifier is the result of significant quantitative and qualitative research that shows the identifier closely ties Downtown DSM to the region, therefore making both identifiers stronger. Downtown DSM USA is shown through research to communicate that Downtown DSM is fresh, contemporary, active, cultural and diverse.
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View the Downtown DSM Board Members here.
Downtown Events and Downtown Events Group
Major community events like the Downtown Farmers' Market, including The Winter Market, World Food & Music Festival, Holiday Promenade and Out to Lunch are dedicated to ensuring the continued growth of Downtown Des Moines (DSM). These hallmark events along with pop-up activations bring more than one million people to Downtown DSM annually, creating unique and vibrant experiences for all who attend.
Downtown DSM, Inc., leads efforts to drive development, placemaking and events in Downtown DSM. It promotes Downtown through integration of retail, restaurants, businesses, housing, events and placemaking. The Downtown Events Group, an affiliate of Downtown DSM, Inc. is a 501c3 affiliated with the mission of enhancing the vibrancy of Downtown Des Moines through the creation, elevation and activation of arts, culture and humanities events and community placemaking.
Downtown Events Group Sponsors
- Bankers Trust
- Bravo Greater Des Moines
- City of Des Moines
- Clear Choice Exteriors
- EMC
- Federal Home Loan Bank
- First Interstate Bank
- Hy-Vee
- IHMVCU Credit Union
- Iowa Speedway
- Iowa Total Care
- John Deere
- Metronet
- MidAmerican Energy Foundation
- Nationwide
- Operation Downtown
- People Inc.
- Prairie Meadows
- Principal
- Renewal by Andersen
- Red Bull
- Ruan Foundation
- State Farm
- UnityPoint Health
- University of Iowa
- Veridian Credit Union
- Vero
- Voya
- Weller Brothers
Downtown Economic Development Council
The Downtown Economic Development Council is part of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. This board is populated by a diverse collection of Downtown DSM’s leading figures in culture and business.
Operation Downtown
Operation Downtown plays a vital role in ensuring Downtown DSM is vibrant and welcoming. Operation Downtown's Ambassadors work to keep the city safe and clean, lending a helping hand to people throughout Downtown DSM.