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A holiday pop-up in Des Moines, Iowa
The holiday spectacle returns November 18.
Winter Wonderland transforms Nightingale Cocktail into a full-sensory Christmas escape—complete with extravagant decor, custom cocktails, festive music, lights, video, and real snowfall.
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Snow Ball · Friday & Saturday nights, Nov. 20–Dec. 26 · 21+
Hosted at Nightingale Cocktail · Historic East Village
Winter Wonderland 2026
Choose
your night.
Gather your favorite people.
We’ll bring the holiday spirit.
Holiday Spectacular · November 18–January 2
Choose your date and entry time below.
And after dark…
The Snow Ball.
Some of Des Moines’ best DJs. Holiday cocktails. Your festive best.
Nov. 20–Dec. 26 · Friday & Saturday nights · 21+
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Snow Ball
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The full season is listed above. Choose your date for entry times and ticket availability.
The experience
More than a room full of decorations.
Every 30 minutes, the holiday energy rises with an immersive audio, light, video, and sensory show set to holiday classics. It is a once-a-year night out designed to be seen, heard, and felt.
Over-the-top decor
Holiday scenes and a nostalgic atmosphere around every corner.
Sound, light & snow
A recurring immersive show with music, lights, lasers, video, and snowfall.
Made for a night out
Gather your people for a festive evening in the heart of the East Village.
The Winter Wonderland Snow Ball
Holiday spirit.
After dark.
The lights are up. The music’s on. This is your holiday night out, turned all the way up.
Dance into the season with some of Des Moines’ best DJs, handcrafted holiday cocktails, and a dance floor wrapped in Wonderland lights. The Snow Ball brings late-night energy to Nightingale Cocktail on Friday and Saturday nights from November 20 through December 26.
Dress the part.
Festive outfits encouraged. Bring the ugly sweater, the sparkle, or your favorite holiday look—our DJs will be dressed for the occasion, too.
Nov. 20–Dec. 26 · Friday & Saturday nights 21+ with valid ID
Find your Snow Ball nightSee each listing for its start time and current ticket availability.
The atmosphere
Step inside Wonderland.
Holiday lights. Festive cocktails. A little magic around every corner.
Holiday spirits
A toast to
the season.
A little merry. A little bright. Handcrafted holiday cocktails to sip beneath the winter lights.
435 E. Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
On the corner of East 5th and Grand Avenue in Des Moines’ Historic East Village.
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Winter Wonderland, at a glance.
What is Winter Wonderland?
A seasonal Christmas pop-up at Nightingale Cocktail, featuring holiday decor, custom cocktails, festive music, immersive light and video, and snowfall.
Where is it held?
At Nightingale Cocktail, 435 E. Grand Avenue, in Des Moines’ Historic East Village.
What are the Winter Wonderland dates?
Winter Wonderland runs November 18, 2026 through January 2, 2027. The Holiday Spectacular takes place on select dates throughout the season. Snow Ball nights run Fridays and Saturdays, November 20 through December 26. Explore Dates & tickets for the full schedule.
What are the event hours?
Holiday Spectacular hours and entry times vary by date. Many Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday dates run 5–9 p.m.; Friday timed entries start at 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30 p.m., and Saturday timed entries start at 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30 p.m. November 25 also has timed entry. Snow Ball nights run 9 p.m.–1:45 a.m. the following morning. Choose your date in Dates & tickets for its schedule. All times are local to Des Moines, Iowa.
What happens during the Winter Wonderland show?
Every 30 minutes, an immersive show brings the room to life with holiday music, lights, lasers, video, and snowfall.
Who creates Winter Wonderland?
Winter Wonderland is imagined, designed, built, and produced in-house by the Nightingale Cocktail team, right here in Des Moines.
How do I get tickets?
Choose your night in Dates & tickets, then follow the ticket link to book. Each listing includes ticket prices and admission details.
Can guests under 21 attend?
Yes. The Holiday Spectacular welcomes all ages during its scheduled hours. The late-night Snow Ball is 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID. Guests must be 21 or older to consume alcohol.
Are non-alcoholic drinks available?
Yes. Non-alcoholic drinks are available, so everyone can raise a glass.
Is there an outdoor patio or a photo backdrop?
Yes. Enjoy the patio beneath a canopy of holiday lights, and capture a festive photo at the Winter Wonderland photo wall.
What is the Snow Ball?
The Snow Ball is Winter Wonderland’s late-night holiday dance party at Nightingale Cocktail, featuring some of Des Moines’ best DJs and holiday cocktails. Join us Friday and Saturday nights, November 20 through December 26, from 9 p.m. to 1:45 a.m. the following morning. The Snow Ball is 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID. Explore the Snow Ball listings to choose your night.
What should I wear to the Snow Ball?
Festive outfits are encouraged! Bring an ugly sweater, some sparkle, or your favorite holiday look. Our DJs will be dressed for the occasion, too.
Winter Wonderland 2026
Your holiday nights. November 18–January 2.
November 18, 2026–January 2, 2027.
Holiday Spectacular · Select dates & timed entry
Snow Ball · Fridays & Saturdays, November 20–December 26 · 21+
Nightingale Cocktail · Des Moines
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