Croatian Slavic Center in Des Moines is an independent cultural and social venue hosting live-band and dance events. Classic rock, country, cover bands and local music fit the 21+ room, where performers should expect a social community audience and a dance-oriented evening. Versatile event bands with familiar material should do especially well.
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In Walford, Iowa, Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery accommodates about 400 people under an All Ages policy. Small town bar with family friendly atmosphere. They host live music on Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons. Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery programs Classic Rock and Country. Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery accepts booking inquiries through Facebook. Sound and stage provisions at Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery remain show-specific and should be advanced before travel is locked. Before confirming Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery, settle the running time and any venue-specific promotion or settlement terms. Show inquiries for Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery are handled by its talent buyer function.
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- Capacity
- 400
- Age policy
- All Ages
- Genres
- Classic Rock, Country
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- Address
- 350 Commercial Drive, 52351, United States
- Venue phone
- (319) 846-4476
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