- 31 upcoming events
- 2525 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50311
- 7,152 capacity
- Opened 1992
- Home of Drake Bulldogs, Drake Bulldogs women's basketball, Drake Bulldogs men's basketball
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31 upcoming events
Evansville Purple Aces at Drake Bulldogs BasketballFeb 6, 2027from $76.78Bradley Braves at Drake Bulldogs BasketballFeb 12, 2027from $154.80Indiana State Sycamores at Drake Bulldogs BasketballFeb 18, 2027from $77.98Bradley Braves at Drake Bulldogs Women’s BasketballFeb 19, 2027from $29.99Valparaiso Beacons at Drake Bulldogs Women’s BasketballFeb 21, 2027from $23.99Illinois State Redbirds at Drake Bulldogs BasketballFeb 24, 2027from $106.76Northern Iowa Panthers at Drake Bulldogs Women’s BasketballFeb 27, 2027from $29.99
Getting there
Around Drake Knapp Center:
- No train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile — most people drive, take a rideshare or a bus.
- 3 bus stops within 0.3 miles
- 138 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles
- Hotels nearby: Home2 Suites (0.3 mi)
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Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Good to know
What's on at Drake Knapp Center this week?
Nothing in the next 7 days. The next event is Eastern Illinois Panthers at Drake Bulldogs Women's Basketball (Tue, Nov 3).
How many people does Drake Knapp Center hold?
About 7,152 people at full capacity (Wikidata). The real number depends on the event layout.
Who plays at Drake Knapp Center?
Drake Knapp Center is home to Drake Bulldogs, Drake Bulldogs women's basketball and Drake Bulldogs men's basketball.
Is Drake Knapp Center indoors?
Yes. Drake Knapp Center is an indoor venue, so the weather only matters for getting there and back.
How do I get to Drake Knapp Center by public transit?
There is no train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile of Drake Knapp Center, but there are 3 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
Is there parking near Drake Knapp Center?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 138 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.