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About Laramar Ballroom
Based in Fort Dodge, Laramar Ballroom works with couples planning weddings throughout Des Moines, Iowa. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including The 1868 Farmhouse Wedding Venue and The Lodge at Seven Oaks. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a live wedding band in Des Moines
How much does a live wedding band cost in Des Moines?
Live bands in Des Moines commonly run $2,500–$7,000 depending on size and demand. Many couples split the difference: band for the reception, DJ or playlist for ceremony and cocktail hour. Always watch live or recent unedited footage before booking.
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Wedding venues near Laramar Ballroom
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| The 1868 Farmhouse Wedding Venue | 30.5 mi |
| The Lodge at Seven Oaks | 35.0 mi |
| MJ’s Venue | 35.0 mi |
Straight-line distance from Laramar Ballroom to each venue listed on Lazo.
Des Moines weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, August, September. The driest months are January, February, December.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31° | 14° | 11% | 4:26 PM | 5:09 PM |
| Feb | 36° | 18° | 14% | 5:09 PM | 5:48 PM |
| Mar | 49° | 30° | 16% | 6:44 PM | 7:21 PM |
| Apr | 62° | 41° | 25% | 7:17 PM | 7:55 PM |
| May | 72° | 52° | 27% | 7:47 PM | 8:27 PM |
| Jun | 82° | 62° | 25% | 8:08 PM | 8:50 PM |
| Jul | 86° | 66° | 20% | 8:06 PM | 8:47 PM |
| Aug | 84° | 64° | 21% | 7:35 PM | 8:13 PM |
| Sep | 77° | 55° | 17% | 6:47 PM | 7:23 PM |
| Oct | 63° | 43° | 15% | 5:55 PM | 6:33 PM |
| Nov | 48° | 30° | 14% | 4:12 PM | 4:54 PM |
| Dec | 36° | 20° | 11% | 4:00 PM | 4:45 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Des Moines International Airport (3.9 mi from Des Moines). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Des Moines.
Getting to Des Moines
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| DSM Des Moines International Airport | 4 mi | 5 min |
| FOD Fort Dodge Regional Airport | 73 mi | 1 hr 50 min |
| ALO Waterloo Regional Airport | 92 mi | 2 hr 20 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 179 mi | 3 hr 40 min |
| Minneapolis | 235 mi | 4 hr 50 min |
| St. Louis | 273 mi | 5 hr 40 min |
| Milwaukee | 309 mi | 6 hr 20 min |
Straight-line distance from central Des Moines; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 710 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, USA
- Where
- Fort Dodge · 70 miles northwest of central Des Moines
- Listed under
- Live Wedding Bands
- In Des Moines
- One of 48 live wedding bands we list
- Phone
- (515) 206-8080
- Website
- Visit site
Around Fort Dodge
- Nearest venue
- The 1868 Farmhouse Wedding Venue, 30.5 mi
Distances are straight-line from Laramar Ballroom; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Des Moines.
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