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Celebrate the Season: Host Your Corporate Holiday Party at Our Festive Pop-Up!

Celebrate the Season: Host Your Corporate Holiday Party at Our Festive Pop-Up!

As the holiday season approaches, it's time to start thinking about how to celebrate the year’s accomplishments with your team. At Destination Grille, we’re excited to be bringing back our holiday pop-up, Elfed Up, and are now booking the space for corporate holiday parties (at a discounted rate)! Dates are limited and December is just around the corner. Make this year’s holiday party a memorable one by choosing Destination Grille’s festive pop-up as your venue. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Why Choose Our Holiday Pop-Up?

Imagine a space filled with all the holiday cheer you can dream up, the aroma of seasonal dishes filling the air, and laughter echoing from every corner. Elfed Up offers everything you need for a spectacular celebration.

  • Full Bar: Treat your guests to a wide selection of festive cocktails, wines, and craft beers that will keep the holiday spirit flowing.
  • Private Space: Enjoy the festivities in our cozy, private terrace & bar space located on the second floor; perfect for mingling and soaking in the spirit of the season without any distraction.
  • All the Holiday Cheer: Holiday lights, inflatables, photo backdrops and more — Elfed Up ensures that your corporate event is not only festive, but also a chance to unwind and celebrate the successes of the past year.

Exclusive Offer for Early Bookings*
Now is the time to take advantage of our special discount, only available for private parties booked Sunday-Thursday this December! With no room rental fee, this is the perfect opportunity to host an exceptional gathering. Don’t let the holiday rush catch you off guard! Reserve your date now to ensure you get the spot you want by filling out the form on our website here. Our team is ready to help you plan a festive event that your colleagues will be talking about long after the season ends!

* Elfed Up is open to the public Fridays & Saturdays and will not be available for private party bookings those days.

Your 2025 Guide to Destination Grille's Fair Menu

Lobster corn dog – $20

Full North Atlantic lobster tail lightly fried on a stick and finished with lemon aioli drizzle, herbs and aged Parmigiano Reggiano

Steak Tip Gnocchi – $14

Gluten-free gnocchi tossed in a rich, house-made cheese blend, topped with seared steak tips and finished with shaved Parmesan

Butcher's Donut – $12

A savory, fried donut packed with bacon, ground beef, and Graziano sausage, dipped in house-made BBQ glaze, drizzled with queso — served over tortilla chips

Surf & Turf – $30

Pair our Steak Tip Gnocchi with a Lobster Corn Dog for the ultimate land-and-sea combo

Buckin' Berry Lemonade – $8

A bold blend of fresh lemonade, homemade cinnamon hibiscus simple syrup, and a wild mix of blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries

Where to Find Us

You can find Destination Grille at the Iowa State Fair all 11 days, from August 7–17, 2025. We’re located on Logan Avenue, between the Craft Beer Tent and the Jacobson Building — just look for our signature red and black trailer.Whether you're craving something brand new, searching for gluten-free options, or just looking to explore bold, elevated eats, Destination Grille is THE flavor spot at this year’s Iowa State Fair. Explore our full menu and more here.

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