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Meridian Events & Catering opens in West Des Moines, Expanding Event Options
West Des Moines, IA – January 28, 2026 – LaValle Hospitality Group has announced the opening of Meridian events & Catering, a new, versatile venue designed to accommodate a wide range of events.Located at 7001 Westown Parkway, Suite 150, in the Atlas Building complex, Meridian Events & Catering aims to become a premier destination for weddings, corporate gatherings, and large-scale events in the Des Moines area.
A State-of-the-Art Event Space
The new venue boasts 16,000 square feet of flexible event space. It can comfortably seat up to 600 guests indoors, and accommodate receptions or theater-style arrangements for up to 1,000 attendees. This makes it suitable for everything from intimate weddings to large conventions and trade shows. A unique feature of Meridian Events & Catering is its lakeside 30-foot stage, complete with seasonally tented seating, ideal for ceremonies, presentations, and concerts.
LaValle Hospitality Group’s Expanding Portfolio
Meridian Events & Catering represents a significant expansion for LaValle Hospitality Group, a well-established name in the Des Moines hospitality scene. The group’s existing portfolio includes the River Center in downtown Des Moines,the Purveyor Wine bar and Eatery in the East Village,and Allora Café in the Krause Gateway Center. This new venue diversifies their offerings and positions them to capture a larger share of the event market.