Book
Booking or walk-ins. Book online; walk-ins welcome if slots are open.
Wear
Closed-toe shoes and clothes you can get dusty.
Know
Minimum age 8.
Smash Room Iowa and Splatter Room Iowa share a site inside Merle Hay Mall in Des Moines. The Smash Room is a private 30 minute session priced by group size, with helmet, gloves, safety glasses and coveralls included, plus bottles, printers, keyboards and electronics that scale with the group. Metal barrels, foam pads and a body bag are always in the room. A blacklight glow lighting setup is standard, and flashing effects can be turned off on request. A neon splatter room and a combined session are also sold.
The business calls itself Des Moines' original rage and splatter venue and says it's in its sixth year. It sells gift cards and runs field trips and birthday parties.
At a glance
- Address10141 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325
- Phone(515) 635-3985
- Websitesmashroomiowa.com
- Starting price$25 per person
- Minimum age8+ (Smash Room 8 and up; Splatter Room 3 and up.)
- BookingBooking or walk-ins
- Gift cardsAvailable
Sessions and prices
Groups, parties and events
- Birthday party, $199: Up to 10 guests (max 16): 1 hour splatter room plus 1.5 hours party room, outside food and drinks welcome, splatter-themed tablecloths, $15 per extra child.
- School field trip, $12.50: Per child for 30 minutes, $15 for 60 minutes; minimum 10 children, schools and youth groups only.
- Corporate and team building: Private rooms and combo packages; weekday private bookings 10 AM to 8 PM by reservation.
What you can smash
Items on offer include glass bottles, plates, printers, keyboards and electronics.
Tools provided: sledgehammer.
Protective gear supplied by the venue: helmet, gloves, safety glasses and coveralls.
Other activities
Splatter Room Iowa @ Merle Hay Mall also offers neon splatter paint room, blacklight glow smash (included), metal barrels, foam pads and body bag.
Before you go
Waiver: Can be signed in advance online.
Rules
- safety gear provided: helmet, gloves, safety glasses, coveralls
- adjustable LED effects on request
Booking and cancellation
- Notice: Book online; walk-ins welcome if slots are open.
- Booking page on the venue's site
Hours and location
Contact the venue for opening hours.
3800 Merle Hay Road, Suite 932, Des Moines, Iowa, inside Merle Hay Mall.
10141 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325 · Open in Google Maps
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance. Wheelchair accessible parking. Wheelchair accessible restroom. LED flashing effects can be set to steady color or off; traditional lighting can be requested in advance..
Payment: Credit cards and Debit cards.
Questions about Splatter Room Iowa @ Merle Hay Mall
How much does Splatter Room Iowa @ Merle Hay Mall cost?
The lowest listed price is $25 per person. Listed options: Smash Room, 1 to 2 people $80 per group; Smash Room, 3 to 4 people $160 per group; Smash Room, 5 to 8 people $240 per group; Smash Room, 9 to 10 people $300 per group. Prices change, so check with the venue before you book.
How old do you have to be to go to Splatter Room Iowa @ Merle Hay Mall?
The venue sets a minimum age of 8. Smash Room 8 and up; Splatter Room 3 and up.
Do you need to book Splatter Room Iowa @ Merle Hay Mall in advance?
You can book ahead or walk in, subject to availability. Book online; walk-ins welcome if slots are open.
Where is Splatter Room Iowa @ Merle Hay Mall?
10141 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325. 3800 Merle Hay Road, Suite 932, Des Moines, Iowa, inside Merle Hay Mall.
Is Glow Smash extra?
No, it's included with every Smash Room booking.
Are flashing lights avoidable?
Yes, they can be switched to steady or off.
Can I bring food to a party?
Outside food and drinks are welcome for birthday parties.
Listing last updated October 2026. Prices, hours and rules change, so confirm with the venue before you book.
More rage rooms in Iowa
- Shatter Space CF, Cedar Falls
- Smash Room Iowa- Merle Hay Mall, Des Moines
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- Siouxland Smash, Sioux City