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The Garden Nightclub
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(584) 4.5
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(4) 3.3
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What reviewers say
Visitors praise The Garden Nightclub for its fun and welcoming atmosphere, with many enjoying the entertainment, particularly the drag shows, and finding the staff kind and accommodating. However, some reviewers found the drag performances lacking, with one noting the performers only lip-synced and danced, and others felt the venue needed work and the food was basic or bland.
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G4.5 🦉3.3
Address
525 E Grand Ave, Des Moines
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About this place The Garden Nightclub
The Garden is a gay bar and nightclub at 525 E Grand Ave in the East Village, Des Moines' small walkable district of bars and shops east of the river. It's one of the main gay venues in the city, and reviewers mostly mention the drag shows. Dancing takes over later in the evening.
It opens daily from 16:00 to 02:00. Weekends are the busiest nights, and drag shows are the main draw. Check its social media for show times and cover charges. Reviews average 4.5.
Upcoming events at The Garden Nightclub
Opening Hours
Closed
Monday
16:00-02:00
Tuesday
16:00-02:00
Wednesday
16:00-02:00
Thursday
16:00-02:00
Friday
16:00-02:00
Saturday
16:00-02:00
Sunday
16:00-02:00
Features
Gay
Happy Hour
Drag shows
Cabaret Shows
Casual
Food served
Outdoor Patio
LGBTQ+ owned
Safe space
Community space
Bar (alcohol)
Dance
Local favorite
Dance club
Cabaret / Show bar
Themed parties
Outdoor terrace
No dress code
Active nighttime
Drag shows
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Community Reviews
Write a ReviewGoogle Reviews
Verified by Google4.5
★★★★★
584 reviews
Based on 584 Google reviews.
Daniel Bragg
Jun 2026
★★★★★
Great night club Drag show was amazing
James Petry
May 2026
★★★★★
Mila Rae
May 2026
★★★★★
Danielle Carson
May 2026
★★★★★
Great service great talent
Chelsea
May 2026
★★★★★
Kelly Larpenter
May 2026
★★★★★
Love the Entertainment,staff,Food & always a pleasure to support and to feel like we're in a safe place and with Family. Love ya Rusty.
WALNUT Crafty
May 2026
★★★★★
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Last updated on 8 November 2026