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Culinary Arts

The Des Moines Arts Festival prides our food vending operations on professional aesthetic appeal and menu selection across the site, including two food courts and a handful of stand-alone booths. We offer our guests an eclectic variety of food to hit every taste bud. Our Food Vendors are also leading the charge in sustainability efforts by using all compostable serving materials for the over 200,000 guests who visit the Festival each year. 

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East Food Court

Located at 12th and Locust

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West Food Court

Located on 15th between Locust and Grand

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Baja Smoothie

This food vendor offers a variety of refreshing, freshly blended smoothies—perfect for a cool, fruity treat!

Grand & 14th, Locust & 12th

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Brick and Ember Pizza

Treat yourself to a wood fired brick oven pizza. Choices range from classics to Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza.

Grand & 14th

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G.G.'s Chicken & Waffles

This menu offers a hearty selection of Southern comfort foods. Try the savory chicken and waffles or the delicious honey butter cornbread for a comforting, flavorful experience.

East Food Court

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Hotsy Totsy Food Truck

Treat yourself to a variety of loaded tots, each with a unique and flavorful twist—these tots are sure to impress!

West Food Court

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Jambo African Cuisine

Specializing in East African flavors, this menu features a variety of sautéed meats and greens, bringing the rich, bold tastes of the region to every dish.

East Food Court

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Kona Ice of Central Iowa

Craving something sweet to cool you down? Enjoy a refreshing flavored ice from a local favorite!

West Food Court

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Main Street Cafe and Bakery

Enjoy classic café-style dishes like home-brewed cold brew, avocado turkey wraps, and acai bowls—a refreshing menu that's sure to satisfy every craving.

West Food Court

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Ninas Tacos

Nina’s Tacos serves up authentic, flavorful Mexican cuisine with a comforting, home-style touch.

West Food Court

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Otte's Kettle Korn

Savor the fan-favorite kettle corn, perfectly sweet and salty with a light, crunchy texture that will satisfy your snack cravings with every bite!

Locust & 12th

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Rockett Fuel BBQ

Craving BBQ? Look no further! Come check out the ultimate Texas-style BBQ for a flavorful experience.

West Food Court

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Sugar Daddy's Lemonade - Scimeca's Italian Sausage

Enjoy a delicious variety of comfort foods, including refreshing lemonade and savory sausage sandwiches.

West Food Court

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Thai Street Food

Indulge in a delightful selection of Pad Thai, grilled skewers, and refreshing butterfly pea lemonade—crafted to offer a vibrant and flavorful dining experience.

East Food Court

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The Outside Scoop

The Outside Scoop offers small-batch homemade ice cream that’s sure to leave you craving more.

Grand & 14th

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Tikka Talk

Your one-stop shop for Indian-inspired meals. A legendary combination of flavors that’ll make your taste buds dance with every bite!

East Food Court

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Yanni's Grill

Yanni's Grill is the perfect spot for indulging in Italian-style desserts and savoring delicious Mediterranean gyros.

East Food Court

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Bosco's Fusion

Bosco's adds Ecuadorian twists to American classics, like Philly cheesesteaks and pulled pork sandwiches, creating a unique and delicious experience.

East Food Court

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Chinchilla Concessions

Here, you'll find a fun assortment of classic fair treats, including corn dogs and cotton candy—perfect for indulging in a nostalgic and tasty experience!

West Food Court

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Get Loaded

Come experience bold flavors, juicy burgers, and indulgent fries—where comfort food is taken to the next level.

East Food Court

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International foods

Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired feast featuring Maryland crab cakes, loaded mac n' cheese, and much more!

East Food Court

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Karam’s Grill

Enjoy a Mediterranean feast with bold, balanced flavors in every bite. Karam's Grill serves delicious gyros, falafel, and more.

West Food Court

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Mai's Noodle Express

Looking for a tasty Asian-inspired menu? Check out this food vendor for a savory noodle meal you won't want to miss!

West Food Court

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Monarca Gourmet Paletas

Paletas are traditional Mexican ice pops that offer a refreshing and rich taste in every bite. Perfect for cooling off while indulging in a sweet, vibrant treat.

Grand & 13th

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Otte's Concessions

Indulge in classic fair snacks and sweets like funnel cakes, crispy fries, and cheesy curds for the ultimate treat!

East Food Court

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Over Rice

Dive into hearty rice bowls topped with your choice of savory proteins, fresh veggies, and bold sauces—perfect for a satisfying and balanced meal.

West Food Court

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Street Sweets

Treat yourself to a decadent selection of cookies, brownies, and ice cream— the perfect addition to any day.

Locust & 12th

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Tarboosh

Enjoy a mouthwatering selection of Chicken Shawarma Wrap, flavorful Kafta Wrap, and crispy cheese rolls—each bite packed with savory goodness.

West Food Court

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The Eggroll Ladies

The Eggroll Ladies serves up flavorful fried rice, stir-fried to perfection, along with potstickers and delicious egg rolls for the ultimate Asian-inspired feast!

East Food Court

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Thelma's

Indulge in a variety of 5 unique ice cream sandwiches, each offering a different flavor combination and creative twist on the classic dessert.

Locust & 14th

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Top That Chocolate

Treat yourself to decadent chocolate-covered strawberries, bananas, New York-style cheesecake, and more!

East Food Court

Beverage Options

beverage stations
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The inclusion of the non-profit beverage partner program began in 2009 as another method of giving back to local non-profits organizations while supporting the Festival infrastructure needs. Partners are selected to manage the Festival's beverage stations through an application process. In exchange for the volunteer support provided by the organization, they each received 15% of net profit from the station they manage, plus any tips collected. Profits earned by these organizations have supported various community and art initiatives - from field trips to performances to an accessible ropes course build.

Located at 15th and Grand

  • Community Youth Concepts

Located at 13th and Grand

  • Des Moines Refugee Support

Located at 15th and Locust

  • Cowles Montessori Parent Group

​Located between 15th and 13th on Locust

  • Perkins Elementary PTA

menu

Canned Beverages: At all 4 stations

  • Busch Light

  • Michelob Ultra

  • Untitled Art. Florida Seltzer - Prickly Pear Guava

  • Exile Ruthie NA (Exile Brewing Company)

  • Easy Eddy (Big Grove Brewery)

  • Exile Ruthie (Exile Brewing Company)

Soda and More: At all 4 stations

  • Dasani Water

  • Powerade Mountain Berry

  • Coca-Cola

  • Diet Coke

  • Sprite

  • Gold Peak Unsweetened Tea

  • vitaminwater zero sugar orange rise

  • smartwater

Cocktails: At all 4 stations

  • Vodka Lemonade

  • Margarita

Wine: At all 4 stations

  • Honora Vera White Wine

  • Sangria

Draft Beer: West Beverage Only

  • Untitled Art. Florida Seltzer - Pineapple Mango

  • Weldwerks Juicy Bits Hazy IPA

  • Confluence Light & Squeezy Radler

  • Confluence Des Moines IPA

  • Tellurian Luka Hard Cider Blueberry

  • Brightside Aleworks Cran-Orange Wheat

  • Gezellig Gluten Free Blueberry Delight Sour

  • Old Tavern Lager

  • Confluence Over The Ivy Pilsener

  • Lua Pushpop Fruited Sour​

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Liquid Art

Located at 12th and Grand

Signature Drinks

  • Black Cherry Limeade

  • Raspberry Spritz

  • DMAF Mint Julep

  • Strawberry Pineapple Margarita 

Spirit + Mixers​

Cedar Ridge Bourbon | Four Roses Bourbon | Captain Morgan Spiced Rum | Lost Pirate Rum | Bagger Vodka | Wheatly Vodka | Clearheart Gin | Teremana Tequila

Coke | Diet Coke | Sprite | Lemonade

Club Soda | Tonic Water | Dasani Water

Canned Beverages: 

  • Warpig Foggy Geezer Hazy IPA

  • Krebs Brewing Rainbow Sherbert Sour

  • 3 Floyds Gumballhead American Wheat Ale

  • Sierra Nevada Hop Splash

  • Big Grove Neighborhood Beer

  • Lua Brewing Sun for Miles

  • Lou Lou sparkling brut rose (2 servings/can)

  • Athletic Free Wave Hazy IPA

  • Athletic Atletica Mexican Style Copper

Soda and More: 

  • Dasani Water

  • Coke

  • Diet Coke

  • Sprite

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HAPPY CAN

Located at 12th and Grand

Flavors

  • Purp Slurp

  • Root Brew

  • Citrus Haze

  • Vanilla Dream

  • Tropical Strawberry Seltzer

  • Black Cherry Seltzer

  • Peachy Keen Seltzer - Artist Label Series Chris Vance​

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CEDAR RIDGE DISTILLERY

Located at the Roots Stage 

Signature Drinks

  • Old Fashioned Revival 

  • Papajohn Punch

  • American Gothic Mule

  • Di-Still Life

  • Impressionist Palmer

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