Reviews of Bash Events & Catering. (Event Planner) in Des Moines (Iowa).

Bash Events & Catering

48 Reviews

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Event planner

Wedding venue

1312 Locust St #101, Des Moines, IA 50309, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Stacie Moorman

I cannot express enough good things about this venue. Not only was it the most beautiful space that needed next to no decorating whatsoever, but also the service from Catherine and her team was un-matched! We booked this venue for a wedding during 2020, but of course, had to reschedule due to the pandemic. A stressful situation was made smooth by Catherine's grace and understanding in moving our day to October of 2021. She helped us at every step of the process: even having to coordinate with us from where we live in San Francisco. Any time we wanted to hop on a call, hash over questions, or any form of communication, Catherine was always efficient and attentive. Leading up to the wedding, she helped us finalize everything to create our dream day. The venue is a dual-height space and she executed our vision for both a ceremony and reception using both levels. We describe our day to people looking back as effortless, because Catherine and her team truly made the flow of the day and evening so seamless without coming to us with any of the coordinating. She truly allowed us to be present and focused on our people which was the most important thing for us. Beyond the space and service, the food and drinks were impeccable! We had a pasta bar that I still think about to this day (the rolls are dreamy). In addition, Catherine is up front with her clients about drink prices and wants to help you spend your money most effectively. That solution for us was two signature cocktail pitchers, mojitos and margaritas, that were a hit! I have missed countless compliments that I could continue to list off, but I will end with a giant recommendation to this venue and this team of servant-hearted people!

Stacey

We booked our wedding reception at Bash. Bash provides two spaces to entertain your guests. The area is very functionable and flows beautifully. Bash offers a third floor bridal suite that had everything I didn't know I needed. We had a huge wedding party and had plenty of space to prepare for the big day. Bash also offers access to the rooftop for photos and oh.my.gawdddd!! What a gorgeous space! .....But, let's focus on the service provided when you book with Bash. Catherine is AMAZING! From the moment we met her, we knew we would work well with her. She is honest and straightforward and is not here to blindside anyone or take advantage. Catherine makes it very clear she is going to do what she needs to do to make your day YOURS.....and she did just that. We did not have to request anything twice, and we were working with her for over 18 months. Catherine strives on making sure your day is whatever perfect means to you. In Catherine's words, "You don't get married every day. I get one chance to make this perfect for you" and she did this beyond all expectations. As stressful as planning a wedding is; Catherine managed to keep anything happening at Bash completely stress free. Catherine's staff was also kind, respectful, and professional. We will remember this day forever and Catherine is the magnet to those memories!! Thank you SOO much!!

Jen Benda

I can not say enough good things about bash. Our daughter’s wedding was May 14, 2022. From the beautifully unique venue to Catherine and her staff. She truly wants the best for her clients, and it was. She was flexible with us, with amazing attention to detail. Her decor, cooking, presentation of the food, her guidance in the wedding ceremony……you just can’t beat it! The food was scrumptious. The bridal suite had absolutely everything the girls needed. We brought in our own food for the bridal party before the ceremony, there are salon chairs, a lounging area, and a large changing room. The groom’s area is just as nice. I would recommend Bash over and over again. You won’t be disappointed.

Tricia Peters

We knew from the moment we toured Bash it was the place for us. The space has a wonderful vibe! Catherine is straight forward and we knew exactly what was included and what wasn’t. Our special day couldn’t have gone any better. Thank you Catherine and staff!

Jordan Ross

My wife and I got married at Bash in October this year and it was amazing. Catherine would literally do anything for her couples and has their backs over anything else. Catherine and her staff made our day so much more than we ever imagined and would do it over again a million times at Bash.

Doug Ecklund

Catherine and her crew hosted our Breakfast Club Party and it was perfect! She made planning it easy and the space was amazing! Great food, cocktails, and service! Total pros at Bash!

Elizabeth Tornell

My husband and I had our ceremony and reception at Bash on 8/7/2020. Catherine was absolutely amazing to work with and you can tell she really cares about her couples and takes pride in her work because she LOVES what she does! We went and toured and fell in love with the charming atmosphere of the venue and we also fell in love with Catherine! We looked at so many venues and there were SO many hidden fees and things that weren't provided that added up. We loved that everything at Bash was straightforward and there weren't any questions we had in regards to pricing. She hides nothing, it's all there; you just have to read and if you aren't sure, ask questions. Catherine answered each of our questions in depth and with patience. He would suggest things and she would advise another (she wouldn't steer you wrong, she really knows her stuff). There is NO bridal suite or groom's room which I thought would be a big deal but it wasn't in the slightest. My girls and I booked a 2 room suite at the Staybridge and it was amazing for photos and getting ready and I hung out in Catherine's office before walking down the aisle and no one saw me and I chilled on the couch which helped calm nerves. Catherine really went above and beyond in making sure we had everything, we were taken care of, and things went how we wanted (within reason, since we ARE living in a pandemic). Something that really stood out to me was my husband and I were setting up our arch after our rehearsal since we didn't want to add another thing to Catherine's list (she drove to Ankeny to get specific snacks we wanted, our 2 sheet cakes and 3 tiered cake since everyone was nervous to pick that up, and even offered to pick up our flowers in Clive. All in one morning!!!!) and she found us setting it up and shooed us out since we had a dinner to be at and she wanted us there instead of setting up an arch. I sent her a photo of an arch with eucalyptus and roses on it and told her to leave the roses off since I wasn't sure how to get them to stay and it was going to be more work, even though I loved the look. As I was walking down the aisle what do I see? My roses on my arch, just how I had wanted but didn't want to ask. She didn't need to set up that arch, it wasn't her responsibility and she certainly didn't need to add those roses but she did anyway and that really speaks to her pride as a venue owner and her personality. Catherine also did a great thing of keeping things on schedule. We were over at Americana for drinks and lost track of time so Catherine fetched us and told us dinner was ready and since we had pasta we needed to start the grand entrance so the pasta wouldn't expand and get soggy. My husband and I were released for dinner first so we could have enough time to eat before guests wanted to talk to us and we both ate our fill (She makes this a point as she wants you to not be hungry during the night). The food was amazing and all of our guests raved about the buffet foods we had chosen. We had a lot of leftovers as we had people not show up so she sent us home with huge trays of leftovers-something I know is not custom but I thought was so sweet. She walked around the day of and made sure we were all taken care of, chatted with our family members and even gave me a heartfelt pep-talk when I was nervous to have all eyes on me during the ceremony. Our day was absolutely amazing thanks to Catherine. We felt confident we didn't forget anything as we ran through everything with her, she pointed out if we had overlooked anything, and she answered countless text messaged questions promptly. Our guests loved her and the venue, we keep getting texts from family and friends about how wonderful everything and everyone was. I would recommend Catherine and her venue over and over and over again. Our day was an absolute dream and we couldn't have planned it without her help and expertise. We won't miss all the work of planning but we will miss working with Catherine and her team. Go with Bash. You won't regret it, I promise.

Leslie Herring

I wish I could give Bash, Catherine and her staff ten stars instead of just five! My best friend Jess was married here and EVERYTHING (seriously, EVERYTHING!!!) for rehearsal, ceremony and reception was amazing! You can tell that Catherine cares VERY much about giving the bride the day of her dreams- and knows exactly how to execute her vision. In these crazy COVID times, planning for the unknown can cause SO much stress and anxiety, but Catherine was communicative and proactive about solutions that kept everyone safe and healthy and eased the minds of the bride and groom in the months leading up to their big day. The Bash staff was SO friendly and inviting, the transition between ceremony and reception was seamless, the food was delicious and everyone had a wonderful evening celebrating the bride and groom! I can’t recommend Catherine or the venue enough! If you’re looking for a beautiful space, yummy food and (most importantly) an owner/coordinator who knows EXACTLY what needs to and can be done so you can enjoy the day- LOOK NO FURTHER! Catherine and the rest of the Bash staff- thank you for a night we will never forget!!!

Matthew Hartzler

My wife and I had our wedding ceremony and reception at Bash. It was an amazing venue and amazing staff. The owner, Catherine, was so helpful in the entire planning process as well as our wedding week. The food catered through Bash was so delicious! There were so many times when Catherine helped with us with something when I never expected her to. Overall this venue was 10/10. Our wedding day went without any bumps and all our guests only had amazing things to say about the venue and food. I would recommend this venue for anyone wanting to have a great wedding reception (and/or ceremony).

Zach Cutler

Catherine is amazing! She has the best place to get ready, have your ceremony and dinner, and then party. She is with you every step of the way and hires great people to help her out. Our family and friends said it was one of the best weddings they’ve been to in a long time.

Victoria Hollister

My husband and I looked at numerous venues and when we saw Bash we instantly knew this would be our place ❤️ We got married on 7/10/21 and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Aside from the space being absolutely beautiful, Catherine and her team are amazing! Catherine, whole heartedly, wants to make your day the very best it can be! She is so kind and easy to work with and her team truly gives the BEST service! To top it off- Her food and cake are out of this world! If I had to get married 10 more times I would forever choose Bash!

Amanda O.

Our wedding was 5/22/21 at Bash. We couldn't have asked for a better experience with Catherine, her staff and Bash as a wedding venue. From the first meeting to the last hug goodbye, Catherine was an advocate for my husband and I. She wanted the same things we wanted - for things to be perfect and to go smoothly. She was also one of the only vendors in town that was willing to accommodate some of the unique requests that came with a wedding between two cultures. Catherine always treated us as a priority, answering my many questions, panicked texts and just overall reassuring us every step of the way. Our wedding was flawless, the day was perfect and a huge part of that was because of Catherine's attention to detail, care for her couples, and amazing staff. Our guests raved about the event and there's no better compliment than that. I can't recommend Bash enough, not only did we get an amazing, beautiful venue with FANTASTIC food but we now have two new friends in Catherine and Jason. Thanks for everything!

Ed Baker

My wife and I had our wedding reception at Bash, and Catherine was spectacular throughout the entire planning and execution of our special day. We had a short engagement, so things were planned in a hurry. Catherine made sure that we knew costs up-front, and gave us a lot of ideas about things we had no idea about. The servers and bar staff were attentive and made drinks very well. Everyone we talked to loved the food, and the venue is beautiful and elegant. Do it at Bash!!!

Phyllis Konchar

We were lucky enough to have our daughter’s wedding at Bash. Catherine was exactly the right combination of friendly and professional. She consistently went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy, but most importantly, that the bride and groom had the wedding of their dreams. Our guests loved the ambiance and the responsiveness of Catherine and the entire staff. We highly recommend Bash!

Hannah Evans

My husband and I got married at Bash on 10/10/2020, and WOW, getting married at Bash was everything we could have hoped for and more. We felt taken care of by Catherine from day one. Communication was so easy. Catherine made herself available by phone call, text or email or was so supportive through our entire wedding planning process. When Covid hit, she helped talk through the changes that needed to be made and eased our concerns. Her staff did an amazing job making sure guidelines were being followed and that the venue was properly cleaned and sanitized for our guests. We received many compliments from our guests stating how beautiful and cool the venue was. The food, drinks, and overall atmosphere were perfect. I wish I could get married at Bash every weekend! I would recommend Bash to any future couples looking for that unique downtown wedding experience. Thank you Catherine and your entire team at Bash for making our wedding day wishes come true! ❤️

Nicole Schneider

My husband and I hosted our wedding ceremony and reception at Bash on 9/6/20. Working with Catherine was an absolute joy! She is incredibly passionate about what she does, cares deeply about her couples, and has an in-depth knowledge of the wedding industry. She goes above and beyond to ensure her couples have the day of their dreams. Bash is a BEAUTIFUL venue. To find space in downtown Des Moines for a larger group of people is incredibly difficult, but Bash offers a fantastic location with plenty of space for a larger wedding. Catherine was so patient with us throughout the planning process. By no means was I a pro at wedding planning. Her advice with regards to many aspects of the wedding was SPOT ON. She is a straight shooter and will absolutely not lead you astray. She was completely respectful of our budget and was very open and honest about all costs associated with the wedding. Our wedding was absolutely gorgeous. Catherine and her team created a beautiful greenery and flower filled aisle, which is so much more than I could have ever imagined. They set up the entire wedding venue to be classy, elegant, and timeless. The food is DELICIOUS and absolutely irresistible. Our guests commented multiple times on how good the food was and how large the portions were. Catherine also baked and designed our wedding cake, which was not only beautiful, but rich and tasty. Catherine’s team is so friendly and kind – I honestly felt like I was a part of the family. Catherine and her team checked in multiple times with all of our guests to ensure that they had what they needed. To be completely honest, we could not be more happy that we chose to have our wedding at Bash! Working with Catherine was an absolute joy and she did everything in her power to ensure that we had the best day!

Patricia Nielsen

Great place to hold your event. The food was excellent and Catherine and the crew from Bash went above and beyond to make the day special.

Marc Goeders

Catherine saved us! When our April wedding had to be postponed due to COVID, Catherine was there to help guide us through to process of moving our special day! She was SO organized & easy to work with through the process. She reassured us everything would be ok & she was right! First off, the venue speaks for itself! We had tons of compliments about how unique and amazing the space was. We had both the ceremony and reception at Bash, and the expert staff was able to turn things over in an efficient and flawless manner. Couple that with the abundant menu options & DELICIOUS food, and our day was everything we imagined & more! Catherine went the extra mile for us in every facet of the day, and we couldn’t have imagined having our day anywhere but Bash!

G Moore

We began Wedding planning December of 2018 with our Daughter and Future Son In Law. Since then, we have been so lucky to have chosen Bash as our venue. I cannot imagine navigating the unforeseen stresses put on a Bride and Groom for 2020 without the assistance of Catherine. Their Wedding had to be rescheduled (Covid) from June and will be taking place in a few weeks...finally and happily. I plan on a follow up review after as well. From the beginning, Catherine has met with us, accommodating Mother and Mother-In-Law traveling from out of state, to explain how she takes care of her Brides. She has been very open about what she can and cannot do, what her charges are and what that includes. Catherine has so much experience in Event planning with great ideas and tips and we appreciate her sharing those for the Bride and Groom to consider. We have asked so her so many questions, changed several things, worked on the menu, seating, set up, shared the Bride and Grooms vision for their event. Nothing has stumped her and she has been open about what has worked, pricing, what else we should consider and even those really tough talks when COVID turned the Bride’s world upside down! Catherine was right there to reassure us that we could figure this out. We we given open dates to reschedule, full disclosure on the financial aspects of different options. We also received an email sent to all of her Couples explaining options and considerations. Our Daughter and her Groom will not have exactly what they pictured 20 months ago, but it will be wonderful. Thank you, Catherine and Bash. We are looking so forward to Celebrating A and S with you soon. Update Sept 2020: Perfect Celebration. Thank You Bash!

Jessica Carter

I cannot say enough great things about Bash and Catherine! Our wedding was all I could have dreamed of and more, and Catherine went above and beyond to make that happen. When the hotels cancelled shuttling, she found me a van with a candy bucket 🤗. When the pandemic hit, she helped keep me excited about our big day even though it was going to be different 🥰. And when we said we wanted to do breakfast for dinner, she said “let’s do it!” 🥳 If you are looking for a venue that treats you like family and that “your” day is just as important them as it is to you, you have found the right place! The food is amazing, the staff was wonderful, and Catherine knows how to throw a party 🥂! I can’t say THANK YOU enough! It really was the best weekend! 💕

Chase Martin

I run a DJ company here in Des Moines and we absolutely love being invited out to Catherine's event space! Her work is always organized and on point! And her food HITS EVERY TIME! OMG! If you're looking for a modern, downtown space to have your wedding ceremony & reception, look no further. You will not be disappointed.

Taylor Stegall

Hands down the best! My husband and I had our reception here and it was the perfect size. Catherine is great to work with and will help make your day amazing! The whole night was amazing and we had multiple compliments in how amazing BASH was. The way it was set up, the lights, the food, the cupcakes, all of it was great!

The One

Dear Catherine You are an absolutely amazing wedding planner! You’re professional, poised and gracious at all times. Thank you so much for being there for me and my wife from start to finish, being so patient with me, and putting up with all of my Mom’s and mother’s in law worried phone calls, questions and last-minute changes. Our wedding was beautiful and glamorous. It was the day I had always dreamed of. The flowers, decorations and outdoor lighting at the reception were stunningly gorgeous. And the Dj you helped us select was so awesome. Thanks to you, Brandi and I were able to fully enjoy our wedding day without a worry in the world! Please do not hesitate to use us as a reference for other brides and grooms looking for a wonderful wedding planner for their special day.

Matt Guess

Our wedding reception was at Bash almost a year ago. I've thought how to best review the event and it is hard. We had high expectations - ya know a wedding, and frustrations. Planning was well done and we felt special. All food must be purchased from the event space which is fine. We feel that we overpaid from the quote (Charging for soda that was included, making a fuss about brewing coffee). The food was good and their instincts were great (put out late night snacks before we agreed but when the party needed them). They turned guests away that arrived at the space before the wedding party and I was frustrated as we rented for the whole day. Their response is they wanted us to see the tables undisturbed, which is valid. The space is beautiful and the owner professional. I would recommend this place for weddings.

Jennifer Harmon

We got married on Saturday June 9th, 2018 and highly recommend using Bash for your wedding reception or next event. Catherine and her staff were amazing leading up to the wedding day, the day of the event, and even after the wedding was over. We planned our wedding long distance (from Texas) and only had a few times to visit the site in person. Leading up to the wedding Catherine patiently answered my MULTIPLE questions via email, text, and phone call. The week of the wedding she made it clear that if I needed ANYTHING to not hesitate to ask. Venue: Clearly, the location couldn’t be any better-close to bars, restaurants, hotels, etc. The space inside is gorgeous and requires little decoration to make it shine. I was worried about the two floor separation making guests feel “out of the loop” but everyone felt included and loved their spots during dinner and dancing. I actually preferred the separate spaces-there was an area for those looking to party, those who wanted to relax and talk, and those who wanted to stay closer to the bar...some guests even hung out at the benches in the Sculpture Park at sunset. They offer many different arrangements for tables and Catherine helped us determine the best setup for our party. Overall I LOVED the venue (and so did our guests). Food: Catherine knows how to feed a crowd. The menu is big and it was hard to narrow down options because they all sound delicious. We went with 3 appetizers, which I wasn’t able to eat but I was told were great (stuffed mushrooms, meatballs, and stuffed wontons). For dinner we chose a buffet style with brisket, chicken cacciatore, pasta primavera, green beans, and mashed potatoes. I made sure to try everything for dinner and it was all fantastic. We heard rave reviews from guests about the meal. We were not lacking in food and were able to donate our leftovers to a local shelter. My husband and I like dessert but are not fans of cake so we asked Catherine to make scotcharoos. Despite Catherine’s personal dislike of these midwest gems she made delicious scotcharoos (she even made 3 different kinds to please both my husband and me). She is willing to make pretty much any dessert! Alcohol: The bar area is great and never got too crowded. The area was large enough for people to step to the side and have conversation and allow others to come order a drink (there was even a couch for lounging). We knew we wanted more variety in our alcohol options and Catherine was very accommodating. We opted to have a margarita “barrel” which included approximately 100 drinks (and they were a hit!) Bash offers 2 taps and Catherine also allowed us to purchase bottles to serve. She was able to get us local craft beers (which were also a hit!) and bought our desired wine to help save us money. Overall we are VERY pleased with all aspects of our reception at Bash and highly recommend it!

Joel Jones

We loved Bash! They are a great, upscale locale to have any reception from small to large. The owner, Catherine, was by far the most helpful person in our group of vendors. She stepped in with advice, compassion, and help. She kept our reception running on time and made sure everyone had a great time. Oh....and the food! The food was to die for!

stephanie shavers

I have attended various events at this amazing space. Catherine and her team have been nothing short of amazing and professional. Catherine continues to go above and beyond for her clients and guest. Sometimes people just want something to complain about. If you want top notch service and experience book at bash. Stephanie

Carol Woodruff

My daughter's wedding was here this weekend. First, awesome staff! They covered all the details. Second, beautiful venue! Third, the catering was very good! Everyone had a wonderful time Thank you!

Kim Bailey

Catered a wedding at our venue...was so excited with their staff and service, the food was amazing! So happy to have them cater here!!

Ryan Bonacci

Nice building. Good food and Fast server's. The bar is well stocked with great bartenders!

greg eulberg

Great wedding and event venue was great

John Collins

Great for wedding bash. Food ok. Cold by air vents need to divert the air

Todd Brown

Very nice event center for wedding reception

Beth Artman

Incredible space. Great staff!

Dj Jeff Moore

Love this place!

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