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Bridge View Center Bridge View Center is nestled on the banks of the Des Moines River and is the crown jewel of Ottumwa. Delivering Outstanding Experiences! ft.
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The entertainment and events center features a 664-seat theater, 3,000 person event space, and 30,000 sf expo hall. Whether you are planning an entertainment event, convention or conference, corporate meeting, special banquet or fundraiser, wedding reception, Quinceañera, trade show, or any special event, you can feel confident the Bridge View Center is the perfect gathering place. We will Deliver Outstanding Experiences to you and your guests! The beautiful 92,000 sq. entertainment and events center is located in the heartland of Iowa. Featuring a 664-seat theater, multiple meeting rooms, a 30,000 sq. multi-purpose exposition hall, and an entertainment/event space with seating up to 3,000. Located along the banks of the Des Moines River, Bridge View Center provides a comfortable and picturesque location for your event. When it comes to event planning, you have enough to think about, so leave the details to our knowledgeable, professional team. We are dedicated to helping you create a memorable event. Bridge View Center offers an exceptional menu created by our very own in-house chef. The friendly in-house catering team strives to give each customer an enjoyable and worry-free experience. We are here to serve!

Some musings for a Tuesday evening...would you rather master every instrument, or master every sport?The floor is yours....
10/14/2026

Some musings for a Tuesday evening...would you rather master every instrument, or master every sport?

The floor is yours...let's hear it!

It's going to be a Monster Mash...a graveyard smash! Don't miss the OCCP Annual Halloween Dance, Friday, October 30th!Gr...
10/13/2026

It's going to be a Monster Mash...a graveyard smash! Don't miss the OCCP Annual Halloween Dance, Friday, October 30th!

Grades K - 5 welcome. Admission is $10. Adults are free.

📅 Friday, October 30
⌚6PM - 8PM
📍Bridge View Center | Ottumwa, IA
💲$10 admission; adults free.
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A new day to make things great. Take that negative energy and fly even higher! 🦅🦅
10/13/2026

A new day to make things great. Take that negative energy and fly even higher! 🦅🦅

ICYMIBe sure to circle Saturday, November 28, on your calendar to have "Breakfast with Santa!" 📅 Saturday, November 28 ⌚...
10/13/2026

ICYMI
Be sure to circle Saturday, November 28, on your calendar to have "Breakfast with Santa!"

📅 Saturday, November 28
⌚7:30AM - 11AM
📍Bridge View Center | Ottumwa, IA
💲$10 for kids; ages 2 and under are FREE; adults are $18 in advance; $20- at-the-door. Deadline to RSVP and to receive advance pricing is Wednesday, November 25, 1 p.m., via phone at 641-684-7000.

🍳All You Can Eat Buffet! 🥓
Seth Simmons has prepared traditional favorites for a meal fit for any elf!
Biscuits & Gravy
Scrambled eggs
Bacon
Breakfast Sausage
Double Smoked Cherry Glazed Ham
Winter Wonderland Loaded Egg Strata (Green Pepper, Green Onion, Shredded Cheese, Charred Grape Tomatoes, and Feta)
Hashbrown Casserole
Eggnog French Toast Bread Pudding
Assorted Pastries
Fresh Fruit
Merry Berry Yogurt Parfait Bar (this includes an assortment of Seasonal Yogurts an accompaniments)
Orange Juice, Milk and Coffee*
·Hot Chocolate station with toppings including marshmallows, candy canes, whipped cream and more.
·Christmas Cookie decorating station
·Santa’s Letter Writing Station
·Come see Santa, sit on his lap, and share your Christmas list
*The kids will be excited enough….probably best to keep the coffee for adults.

Treat your little ones to an afternoon of enchanting music! Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra - KidSymphony is Saturday,...
10/12/2026

Treat your little ones to an afternoon of enchanting music! Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra - KidSymphony is Saturday, October 31, right here at Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa! This 45-minute concert is perfect for kids of all ages and features your favorite tunes, including "Golden" from K-Pop Demon Hunters!

And, yes, now "Golden" is stuck in our head too!

📅 Saturday, October 31
⌚11AM
📍Bridge View Center | Ottumwa, IA
💲$10 Admission; FREE for students + children

COSTUMES WELCOMED!

Ready for another week! YOU got this!
10/12/2026

Ready for another week! YOU got this!

Don't forget - RSVPs for W**e Pairing Wednesday - Wednesday, October 14, are due by 12NOON tomorrow, Monday, October 12t...
10/12/2026

Don't forget - RSVPs for W**e Pairing Wednesday - Wednesday, October 14, are due by 12NOON tomorrow, Monday, October 12th.

Please RSVP to the BVC Administration Office at 641-684-7000 or [email protected]

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In the spirit of GARTH LIVE, coming to Bridge View Center Theater right here in Ottumwa on Wednesday, October 28, what a...
10/11/2026

In the spirit of GARTH LIVE, coming to Bridge View Center Theater right here in Ottumwa on Wednesday, October 28, what are your 3 favorite Garth Brooks songs?

GARTH LIVE!
📅 Wednesday, October 28
⌚7PM
📍Bridge View Center Theater | Ottumwa, IA
💲Season tickets: adults $40; students FREE; Single admission tickets: $20

And a scary good time was had by all....we can't thank the team and all the folks that came by to mark another year of H...
10/11/2026

And a scary good time was had by all....we can't thank the team and all the folks that came by to mark another year of Halloweenapalooza right here in Ottumwa enough. Thanks for the frights, the thrills, the chills, and all the smiles (maybe even a few screams!). Until next year!

Address

102 Church Street
Ottumwa, IA
52501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16416847000

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