There are so many reasons to choos Greater Des Moines as your meeting and event host! Our cosmopolitan city is located in the heart of the Midwest, providing a central location for your attendees. Des Moines also boasts the largest skywalk system, per capita, in the world, connecting meeting facilities, shopping, hotels, restaurants and entertainment. Des Moines is now the hub of hundreds of miles of trails and is perfect for walking, biking, jogging and cross-country skiing.