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Best Western Metro North
133 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, Iowa 50021-9771Phone: 515/964-1717 | Fax: 515/964-8781
Conveniently located off I-35 in Des Moines' premiere northern suburb our newly remodeled full service hotel combines the charm and convenience of home along with exceptional service and amenities. Stay with us and enjoy our indoor Olympic sized pool, 100% non-smoking rooms, free wireless internet, and the local favorite 50's cafe The Ankeny Diner.
Ankeny provides our guests with fabulous shopping, abundant dining and nightlife, and close proximity to John Deere, Casey's Corporate Headquarters, and Tones spices. DMACC, Prairie Ridge Sports Complex, Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center & Water Slide Park are also nearby.
Vacationing in this area is a breeze and you'll be less then 5 minutes from Adventureland Amusement Park, Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino, The State Capitol Complex, Wells Fargo Arena, Veterans Auditorium, Science Center, Iowa Cubs Baseball and Blank Park Zoo.
The Best Western Metro North features something for everyone both corporate and leisure travelers. Indoor recreation includes pool, hot tub, fitness center, and game room. Business center, data ports, and wireless internet are all appreciated amenities.
Enjoy outstanding dining in the Ankeny Diner or have a cocktail in our lounge.
Local Events Worth Considering:
September 2010
The Race to Recover Americas Missing Children for the Klaas Kids Foundation. "Amazing Race meets Motorsports." Starts in Nevada and arrives in Cedar Rapids.
Presented by the World Wood bat Assn. At the Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids. Call 319-298-2923 for more information.
At the Hawkeye Downs in Cedar Rapids.
A flea market, craft fair, children's events, commercial area, continuous live outdoor music and more. In Dubuque
At the Miller-Riverview Park. Teams of 21 people paddle Taiwan dragon boats in a 300 meter sprint race on the mighty Mississippi River.
Port of Dubuque/Ice Harbor Celebrate the rich German and Slavic heritage of Tri-State area.
At the Grand Opera House. All traditional magic you expect to see and more.In Dubuque.
Childrens activities, wine tasting, lunch, flea market, arts & crafts, bakery items and more. Hwy 52S, four miles south of Dubuque.
October 2010
Stroll down Main Street while enjoying wine-samplings, seminars, shopping, decorations, farmer’s market, salsa making, grape stomp and other contests, food and music.
Parade, craft demonstrations, theatre shows, Festhalle entertainment, kid's activities, tours and more. In Amana.
Grand Opera House Bingo turns grandma's favorite form of gambling into fun loving musical theater. In Dubuque.
A fun, performance sport for dogs. In Dubuque.
At the Grand Opera House in Dubuque. The World Premiere of this new adult comedy produced by The Directors Group from Minneapolis.
November 2010
at the Innovative Teaching and Technology Center in Cedar Rapids.
Over 400 tables of farm toys and collectibles for sale. A show auction is held on Saturday. National Farm Toy Museum, Dyersville.
View the wonderland of unique trees, beautiful wreaths and specialty items and bid in the silent auction of these items. In Dubuque.
At the Dubuque Grand Opera House. This Christmas operetta classic tells the story of Amahl, a crippled boy who has a problem with telling tall tales.
At 4th and Bluff Streets in Dubuque. Join us for Santa and Mrs. Claus's ride down the 4th street elevator at 6 PM.
Various Venues Admission charged.
At the Dubuque Grand Opera House. Chapter 6 is a professional a cappella ensemble from Illinois.
December 2010
Horse-drawn carriage, Trolley rides, craft show, lighted parade, fireworks over the frozen lake, Polar Bear Club dip for charity, Festival of Trees and more makes this northern Iowa’s largest holiday festival. In Clear Lake.
Ice Sculptures, Horse-drawn Wagon Rides, Chili Challenge, Santa, and more. In Cedar Rapids.
At the Five Flags Arena in Dubuque. America's favorite Christmas music artist's 25th Anniversary Tour.
At the Dubuque Grand Opera House. The mysterious Dr. Drosselmeyer arrives at the Stahlbaum Christmas with a wooden nutcracker.
January 2011
Presented by the Iowa Operators of Music and Amusements. At the US Cellular Center in Cedar Rapids.
The hills of Louis Murphy Park will be alive with glitter and glitz with thousands of Christmas bulbs and animated displays. In Dubuque.
Musicians from across the country come together for performances at pub crawls and concerts. In Cherokee.
June 2011
Includes multiple events, concerts, BBQ round-up cook off and a large fireworks show.
Presented by the Iowa Rural Letter Carriers. In Cedar Rapids.
