2026 Central Iowa Wedding Choice Awards!
Schedule
Fri Feb 06 2026 at 06:00 pm to 11:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Curate | Des Moines, IA
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2026 Central Iowa Wedding Choice Awards!
Friday, February 6, 2026
6pm – 11pm
Curate – 322 E Court Ave, Des Moines
Step into a world of mod color and high-energy glamour as we transform Curate into a vibrant celebration of Central Iowa’s incredible wedding professionals. This year is all about bright, joyful energy — a night that feels artistic, polished, and totally unforgettable, just like this wedding community!
As we continue to show our appreciation for our amazing Wedding Professionals here in Central Iowa, we can't wait to enjoy a night for us. This is your chance to get dressed up, not work, and enjoy yourself with others in the industry. Dress the theme or come as you wish, but black tie is recommended — it’s our night to get FANCY!
Reminder — voting closes January 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM, so make sure your couples show their appreciation and vote at weddingchoiceawards.com/vote-central-ia!
General Admission Tickets include heavy hors d’oeuvres, a signature welcome cocktail, and a seat for the awards program.
V.I.P. Tables include 8 tickets, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a signature welcome cocktail for each guest, and a reserved table for the evening.
Don't forget these extras from our sponsors:
GET YOUR GLAM ON: Pre-show cocktail hour + hair & makeup with Hello Darlin’ Glam, book here:
https://portal.hellodarlinglam.com/public/69691fe36a79ec0027249223/1-Inquiry_form
BLACK TIE ENCOURAGED: Mention the Wedding Choice Awards for a discounted Tux/Suit Rental from Weddings By Design + The Tux Shop.
SLEEP OFF THE HANGOVER: Book your discounted room at The Surety for $129 here:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1767977293150&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1298435689434883287&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5mbmlubmRpbGhqYFadmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqka1%2FQWpRIgD1O9EAXwAAAA%3D%3D
A special thanks to our sponsors!
Award Show Venue — Curate
Voting, Website, and Award Show Hosts — Heartland Wedding Ideas
Event Planning & Decor — Era Events & Design
Social Media & Invitation — TandemHart Paperie
Catering — Taste! To Go
Photography — Leah Ried Photography
Welcome Cocktails — Apres Bar Co
DJ – DJ DAS Entertainment & DSM Dance Party DJs
Floral – The English Rose
Dessert – River Center Events & Catering
Photobooth – snapXP
Videography — Stephen Janousek
Content Creation – Katie McDonald Photography & Content
Show Gift — Vow Variety
Linens — Beyond Elegance
Hair & Makeup — Hello Darlin' Glam
Suit/Tux — The Tux Shop by Weddings by Design
Hotel Accommodations — Surety Hotel
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Where is it happening?
Curate, 322 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309-2015, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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