Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
Dine & Dance
Join us for memorable experiences without going abroad!
Experience local dining like never before. Explore the traditional flavors, rhythms, and fashions of Central Iowa. Connect with community and boost belonging. Join CultureALL in honoring people for who they are, where they come from, and what they contribute to the vibrant fabric of this community.
JOIN US FOR ONE OR ALL EVENTS!
Asian
Tuesday / July 15
Heavenly Asian Cuisine & Lounge
225 5th Street, West Des Moines
South America
Monday / July 28
Panka Peruvian Restaurant
2708 Ingersoll Avenue, Suite 200 Des Moines
Europe
Sunday / August 3
BOSNIAN HOME COOKING
Tito’s Lounge | Bosnian
3916 NW Urbandale Dr. Urbandale
Africa
Tuesday / August 12
AFRICAN HOME STYLE
Home Touch Kitchen
1552 E Grand Ave Suite D, Des Moines
All events begin at 6pm
Tickets are $60 each
Be Our Guest
June 5, 2026
Friday, June 5 at 6 pm
Relish Rwandan dances and savor Spoken Word when you gather for cornbread, meat pie, and fried plantain with friends from Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, and more.
Special Menu
- Blueberry Basil Juice
- Meat Pies
- Jollof Rice
- Vegetable Fried Plantains
- BBQ Style Chicken Wings
- Liberian Corn Bread
- Liberian Pasta Salad (that's right—pasta for dessert!)
Details will be announced soon! Join us to celebrate the start of the next 20 years of neighbors coming together.
May 18, 2026
Monday, May 18 at 6 pm
A special menu for one night only to celebrate this Des Moines landmark's 30th Anniversary. Owner Phuc Trinh's treasured family recipes invite you into traditional Chinese culture.
Special Menu
- Jasmine Iced Tea (unsweetened)
- Hot and Sour Soup
- Potsticker Dumplings or Crab Rangoon
- Hunan Chicken or Tofu with Garlic Sauce
- Chè Thái Fruit Cocktail
Entertainment
- Lion Dance performed by the Vietnamese American Community in Iowa (VACI)
- Spring Mountain Dance by Happy Dance Club
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May 11, 2026
Monday, May 11 at 6 pm
(Pronounced "bah-war-chee.") Let the cool sweetness of mango lassi, the warmth of samosas, and the flavorful fusion of slow-cooked biryani lure you onto the patio for a night of dancing.
Special Menu
- Mango Lassi & Masala Chai
- Vegetarian Samosa or Chicken 65
- Butter Chicken, Goat Biryani, or Aloo Gobhi
- Gulab Jamun or Rasmalai
Entertainment
- Musical performance by Pradyumn "Pradyu" Bukkapatnam
- Dance performance by Eshanjali Dance Academy led by Pragnya Yogesh, followed by a dance lesson
Learn About Raj Devan, Cultural Entrepreneur
May 6, 2026
Wednesday, May 6 at Noon CST
What makes people want to come and stay in your town?
Join us for this FREE information session and learn
- What activities motivate and inspire people to get involved?
- What assets boost pride in being part of this community
- How do we build fellowship of neighbors who want us all to flourish?
Your town can
- Build cultural capital
- Be at home with change
- Champion curiosity
- Thrive with creativity
CultureALL has served Iowans for more than 20 years with a steady commitment to cultivating trust within communities that experience demographic change.
CultureALL BALL
The Central Iowa community is about to engage in an exciting international dance party. Join us on September 20, 2025, when more than 1,000 Iowans will gather for the CultureALL BALL!
Tickets go on sale June 5.
Sign up here to receive updates. (See request form below)
The excitement of the BALL extends far beyond one evening. In the 15 weeks leading up to the BALL, you can immerse yourself in experiences to:
Savor the world by enjoying authentic ethnic cuisine at local restaurants.
Explore new styles by shopping neighborhood boutiques for culturally inspired fashion.
Build connections by meeting and learning from neighbors with diverse backgrounds.
Share stories that celebrate heritage, traditions, and personal journeys.
Move to the rhythm by practicing dance steps, playing instruments, and singing in new languages.
Embrace the joy of learning—laughing together as we try something new.
This event is more than a celebration — it’s a movement to:
Build Community by fostering meaningful connections with neighbors and colleagues from around the world.
Cultivate Curiosity through immersive cultural experiences.
Support Entrepreneurs by uplifting small businesses, artisans, and performers.
Boost Belonging so every person feels valued and included.
Commemorate a Milestone – 20 years of CultureALL enriching Central Iowa through cultural appreciation and engagement.
June 5, 2026
Friday, June 5 at 6 pm
Relish Rwandan dances and savor Spoken Word when you gather for cornbread, meat pie, and fried plantain with friends from Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, and more.
Special Menu
- Blueberry Basil Juice
- Meat Pies
- Jollof Rice
- Vegetable Fried Plantains
- BBQ Style Chicken Wings
- Liberian Corn Bread
- Liberian Pasta Salad (that's right—pasta for dessert!)
Details will be announced soon! Join us to celebrate the start of the next 20 years of neighbors coming together.
May 18, 2026
Monday, May 18 at 6 pm
A special menu for one night only to celebrate this Des Moines landmark's 30th Anniversary. Owner Phuc Trinh's treasured family recipes invite you into traditional Chinese culture.
Special Menu
- Jasmine Iced Tea (unsweetened)
- Hot and Sour Soup
- Potsticker Dumplings or Crab Rangoon
- Hunan Chicken or Tofu with Garlic Sauce
- Chè Thái Fruit Cocktail
Entertainment
- Lion Dance performed by the Vietnamese American Community in Iowa (VACI)
- Spring Mountain Dance by Happy Dance Club
May 11, 2026
Monday, May 11 at 6 pm
(Pronounced "bah-war-chee.") Let the cool sweetness of mango lassi, the warmth of samosas, and the flavorful fusion of slow-cooked biryani lure you onto the patio for a night of dancing.
Special Menu
- Mango Lassi & Masala Chai
- Vegetarian Samosa or Chicken 65
- Butter Chicken, Goat Biryani, or Aloo Gobhi
- Gulab Jamun or Rasmalai
Entertainment
- Musical performance by Pradyumn "Pradyu" Bukkapatnam
- Dance performance by Eshanjali Dance Academy led by Pragnya Yogesh, followed by a dance lesson
Learn About Raj Devan, Cultural Entrepreneur
May 6, 2026
Wednesday, May 6 at Noon CST
What makes people want to come and stay in your town?
Join us for this FREE information session and learn
- What activities motivate and inspire people to get involved?
- What assets boost pride in being part of this community
- How do we build fellowship of neighbors who want us all to flourish?
Your town can
- Build cultural capital
- Be at home with change
- Champion curiosity
- Thrive with creativity
CultureALL has served Iowans for more than 20 years with a steady commitment to cultivating trust within communities that experience demographic change.
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