Fridays5:30PM - 6:30PM
Online
310 North Johnson Street, Iowa City, Iowa
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ClosedWheelchair AccessWomenEnglish
Find AA Meetings in Iowa
Find AA Meetings in Iowa
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Iowa's AA community includes 731 meetings across 234 cities, held daily at churches, community centers, and online. Whether you're looking for a meeting near you, a specific format, or an online or Zoom option anywhere in Iowa, this directory lists local AA groups that are open to newcomers and people at every stage of recovery.
Iowa's AA fellowship runs from Des Moines through Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City, with meetings reaching every corner of the state. The directory lists meetings in all 99 counties.
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Fridays6:00PM - 7:00PM
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2900 49th Street, Des Moines, Iowa
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MeditationOpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Fridays7:00PM - 8:00PM
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Ames, Iowa
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DiscussionOpenEnglish
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Zoom Meeting ID: 842 5864 2944 Zoom Passcode: PassItOn https://zoom.us/j/84258642944?pwd=UjFMNGM1MVE...
Fridays7:00PM - 8:00PM
Online
925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa
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OpenSpeakerWheelchair AccessEnglish
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AA Meetings in Iowa by the Numbers
Across Iowa, the 731 listed AA groups are concentrated in Des Moines (74 meetings), Sioux City (54), and Cedar Rapids (45), with active groups in 234 cities in total. Thursday is the busiest day for meetings, and evening (5–9 PM) sessions are the most common. About 13% of groups (94) offer an online or hybrid option.
Largest AA communities in Iowa
- 1.Des Moines74 meetings
- 2.Sioux City54 meetings
- 3.Cedar Rapids45 meetings
- 4.Council Bluffs31 meetings
- 5.Dubuque30 meetings
- 6.Iowa City24 meetings
- 7.Ankeny19 meetings
- 8.West Des Moines19 meetings
- 9.Fort Dodge18 meetings
- 10.Ames16 meetings
When AA groups meet in Iowa
- Sunday175
- Monday187
- Tuesday191
- Wednesday173
- Thursday193
- Friday165
- Saturday164
Meetings per day of the week across Iowa. Thursday has the most scheduled groups.
What members read between meetings
A.A.'s own literature does most of the heavy lifting between meetings in Iowa. These are the books most often spotted on a member's bookshelf, with a short note on what each one is for. Each card is tagged with its language.
The book Bill W. and Dr. Bob wrote first, in 1939. Most members pick up a copy in their first week or two and keep it close.
Look on AmazonBill W.'s longer essays on each Step and each Tradition. The usual companion read once the Big Book starts to feel familiar.
Look on AmazonLiving Sober
EnglishA short, practical book about the day-to-day of staying sober. Often the one a sponsor suggests in the first month.
Look on AmazonDaily Reflections
EnglishOne short A.A. reading for each day of the year, with a thought to carry into it. Members often keep a copy on the kitchen counter.
Look on AmazonAs Bill Sees It
EnglishBrief passages from A.A.'s co-founder, arranged by topic. Some groups read one aloud at the top of every meeting.
Look on AmazonAbout AA in Iowa
Des Moines and Central Iowa
Des Moines Area Intergroup serves Polk County and the surrounding Central Iowa communities. The downtown, East Village, Beaverdale, and Drake University neighborhoods have established meeting calendars. Ames has a meeting cluster near Iowa State University. The capital city's meeting list includes weekday options serving the state-government and insurance-industry workforce.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the Corridor
Cedar Rapids and Iowa City coordinate as the Eastern Iowa Corridor. Iowa City has a substantial young-people's meeting presence near the University of Iowa. Cedar Rapids' meeting list reflects the city's industrial history and recovery from the 2008 floods. Waterloo-Cedar Falls anchors meetings in the Cedar Valley further north.
Quad Cities, Davenport, and the Mississippi River corridor
Davenport, Bettendorf, and the Iowa side of the Quad Cities maintain a cross-state meeting network with Rock Island and Moline on the Illinois side. Dubuque, Clinton, and Burlington round out the Mississippi River corridor.
Sioux City, Council Bluffs, and Western Iowa
Sioux City serves Northwest Iowa and coordinates with the Nebraska and South Dakota communities across the rivers. Council Bluffs connects to the Omaha fellowship across the Missouri. Mason City and the smaller Northern Iowa communities round out the state's meeting calendar.
Getting to a meeting in Iowa
DART (Des Moines), CyRide (Ames), Iowa City Transit, and Cedar Rapids Transit serve the main metros. Outside those, driving is the standard option.
Finding AA Meetings in Iowa
Alcoholics Anonymous is active across 234 cities in Iowa, with 731 meetings listed in this directory. Meetings run mornings, evenings, and weekends, and formats range from open discussions to step study groups, so most people can find something that fits their schedule and where they are in recovery.
Meeting Types Available in Iowa
AA meetings in Iowa run in several formats, each suited to a different kind of participation. With 731 meetings listed, here is what you can expect to find:
Open Meetings
Open to the public. Family members, friends, and anyone curious about A.A. are welcome to attend. No membership or personal connection to alcohol problems is required.
Closed Meetings
For people who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings are private, and what is shared stays within the room.
Speaker Meetings
A member shares their story of "experience, strength, and hope." These meetings can be grounding for newcomers who want to hear how others have navigated recovery.
Step Study Groups
Groups that work through the 12 Steps together. Found in Des Moines and across Iowa, these meetings focus on applying A.A. principles in practical terms.
Major Cities with AA Support in Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa's most active AA community, hosts 74 meetings. Other major cities include Sioux City, Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, and more, each running multiple meetings per week.
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Getting to AA Meetings in Iowa
Whether you're traveling to Iowa for the first time or a longtime resident seeking support, understanding your transportation options can help you access the AA meetings you need. Below is comprehensive information about reaching meetings across the state.
Planning Your Journey to AA Meetings
When traveling to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Iowa, call ahead to confirm meeting times, verify the address, and get directions. Many AA groups warmly welcome newcomers, first-timers, and out-of-town visitors. If lack of transportation is preventing you from attending meetings, reach out to local AA groups via the AA hotline—many members volunteer to give free rides to people in early recovery, or can connect you with Zoom meetings and online AA meetings.