# Best Live Music Events in Des Moines - **Subtitle**: From ballroom blowouts to tribute nights, how Des Moines actually does music - **Category**: Music - **Display Name**: Music events - **Type**: category ## Audience - **Followers**: 3.7M+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/4509d850-a0a0-11f0-9831-97f1094caa3d-rimg-w200-h200-dcaf6773-gmir - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/fb3bead33b1ddd62e29dc2f8a45aecf9e56b74ec16312e95134d769a0a10d6ad-rimg-w200-h200-dca6aaa8-gmir?v=1758648605 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c38de130-a34d-11f0-bc91-b5c573147be5-rimg-w200-h200-dc354fb8-gmir ## About Music in Des Moines is having a real moment, and not just on paper. When more than twenty thousand people are circling the same shows, you feel it in the parking lots, the group chats, the "you going tonight?" texts. The city leans hard into guitar-forward, crowd-pleasing stuff, the kind of music you yell along to even if you only know half the words. Val Air Ballroom is where a lot of that energy lands. Vintage at Val Air pulls in crate-diggers, band T-shirt collectors, and anyone who still gets weirdly emotional about vinyl. Then you get nights like The Pork Tornadoes with Jordan Beem, which are pure Iowa music chaos in the best way. It is loud, it is sweaty, and it is exactly the kind of show your friend swears they are "too old for" until they are front row screaming the chorus. If you prefer your music in Des Moines with a little more emotional damage and nostalgia, Wooly's is your spot. Good To Be King, a full-on Tom Petty celebration, turns the place into a singalong therapy session for people who still think "Refugee" belongs on every road trip playlist. Wooly's pulls a loyal East Village crowd, the ones who can name three local bands off the top of their head and will happily argue about setlists at the bar. Around it all, you have the tattoo kids and bike people, the ones crossing over from the 6th Annual Middle of the Map Tattoo Convention, APRIL ASADA MOTORCYCLE SHOW & COOKOUT, and Blessing of the Bikes into whatever music events in Des Moines are loudest that night. That mix is the whole point. The city’s best music in Des Moines is not hiding, it is in rooms like Val Air and Wooly's, where you walk in for one band, end up staying for three, and spend the next week telling people they should have been there. Quick hits, if you live for this stuff: β€’ Val Air Ballroom: Big, rowdy shows like The Pork Tornadoes and the Vintage at Val Air series, perfect if you want a full-production night out. β€’ Wooly's: Tribute nights like Good To Be King for Tom Petty fans, plus the regular stream of guitar bands and locals who treat this place like a second home. β€’ Citywide crossovers: Music-heavy crowds flowing out of the Middle of the Map Tattoo Convention, motorcycle shows, and bike blessings, exactly the kind of overlap that keeps the scene interesting. ## Music Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 2026 World Food & Music Festival - **Description**: 🌎 Discover the world in Downtown Des Moines! The World Food & Music Festival presented by Veridian Credit Union returns to Western Gateway Park Aug. 28-30 for three days of international cuisine, live music and cultural experiences from around the g - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2213 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ6mWoje2sHoI6mdZJGbA-7HfMAyeVFp5baUTYRoHyKjBvH2g=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLKeG6Ust6G8F6GhuAVOmg7O9FAI9rooQuADIvhqxL1kRFl=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/26b90489850568627624272a893010b9?s=100&d=identicon&r=g - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-world-food-and-music-festival/200030254300503 - **Venue**: Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy80NTU2MTJlNzI0YTRjYmU5NDY4YjFhMjYzOGViMzJhNjU3Yjc3MDhiMWQ4YmQwZGE2ZWMyYjRmZWEwMDUxMmM5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4Mzg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzE1MTU5Mg.avif - **Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, music-festivals, food-truck-festivals, live-music, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Blues Traveler Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Wed Sep 09 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Sep 10 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/blues-traveler-gin-blossoms-and-spin-doctors/2300029583855926 - **Venue**: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iMGI0ZmRkMC1hMGYxLTExZjEtODM4Mi0yN2M4YjRmOGRiYWMtcmltZy13ODE5LWgxMDI0LWRjZDhjOGI4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NzcwOTU0Nw.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center - **Description**: "Join us for an enchanting experience at ""Wicked""! Get ready to be swept away by this phenomenal musical that defies gravity. Click the link below to secure your tickets and witness the spellbinding tale unfold on stage. Don't miss out on this magical j - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu Sep 03 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wicked-at-des-moines-civic-center/200030540609356 - **Venue**: Civic Center of Greater Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYjg3MWNmMDBkMzA3ZGUwYTVmMjFhMTkzOGZjYmVmMTM2MjkyZmUzMmViMjk5M2VlZDg5ZTE3MWRmODFiNDZhOC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODczMTg3NDE.avif - **Categories**: performances, entertainment, live-music - **Event Name**: Judy Collins at Hoyt Sherman Place - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 at 06:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/judy-collins-at-hoyt-sherman-place/2400030023924732 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9mZGI2MmZmMC05ZmY3LTExZjEtYTliNi01ZjNjMzRkOTI1OWItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNDU1LWRjMjgyODI4LWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc4NzYwMjMyNw.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Ingersoll LIVE 2026 🎡 presented by Bankers Trust - **Description**: Join us for our 22nd annual Ingersoll LIVE event! presented by Bankers Trust. This FREE event is the ultimate neighborhood block party, featuring live entertainment, family-friendly fun, local vendors, food & drink, and more to enjoy along Ingersoll A - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 563 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI4jh4IzobnZe9XI1YdQZ9JPkcZ8z_DBHUeIn2LWTHw3mEpozM=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://graph.facebook.com/v20.0/3175570079291823/picture?type=large&access_token=EAAEdMGO4cbcBSKOYeIBAi7w9mHEMtvz4l54FGb0XTrMtt5vf0iVS062Nv3aMasPyc2PC9h3Kp02NyBrrbWQ9RO8ZBr3rZAdWWAHrH5bqmJUIZBTbZCDZCftZCcx0MmXVUu9CnUaYibNUsCq6AtJLoBkuahNh77fMNC27pZBsroTvK4ZBQAMCwXbtmQUAkZC2X3zZB12f7ERLpUAXGOJBdUvcQl4MluGgE8Hxll5OdwTk4Bzopd19PXEDiMNXwzIOIZBqErTWfvYHeBsrl01wn48XRcIBxO2VRD78XZB8gCAV91ZBnChlTe2csPv4lA2prmZA4bjzNO5WRU4y0YGLUg9SubNGdSZBXdPTZBoZD - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c055003a8e68b303890aaca33853659c2904bd415b0f11fd05c36b76a2f1eaf9-rimg-w200-h203-gmir.jpg?v=1630176608 - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Aug 29 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ingersoll-live-2026-presented-by-bankers-trust/200030384504738 - **Venue**: Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9mMmQ2ZjNmNTA0ZmM3YTc4ZDNmMDVmMDQwZGVhYWQ0N2JkODQyY2E5NzlmNjQ4ZDkwOThkMDcyYzRhNzFiMjIzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcwNy1kYzU4NThjOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzE2NDE0Nw.avif - **Categories**: art, kids, parties, sports, fine-arts, entertainment - **Event Name**: Judy Collins with Bruce Cockburn - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place 🏠 Address: 1501 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5887, -93.6383✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Judy Collins with Bruce Cockburn, where every moment tells a st - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/judy-collins-with-bruce-cockburn/3200030042498019 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy81OTYwMzViMC05ZjU1LTExZjEtYTUyYi05NzBhNGI1MzQ1ZTctcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNzk5LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NzUzMjQzNA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Clay Walker with Blackhawk - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park 🏠 Address: 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50321 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5592, -93.6748🌟 Be part of history at Clay Walker with Blackhawk, an extraordinary gathering - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/clay-walker-with-blackhawk/3200030042501653 - **Venue**: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy80YzY5N2IzMC05ZGM3LTExZjEtODZkZC1hOTUwOWRjY2FmNGItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMTIwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODczNjE0NzM.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Queen - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Scottish Rite Consistory under the gentle glow of ca - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 10:45 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/candlelight-tribute-to-queen/2700030036304400 - **Venue**: Scottish Rite Consistory - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9hYTUwODg0MC1hMTBjLTExZjEtODM4Mi0yN2M4YjRmOGRiYWMtcmltZy13NTUwLWg1NTAtZGM0ODA4MDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg3NzIxMTE5.avif - **Price**: USD 40 to 55 - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts, entertainment, concerts, music, performances, live-music, art - **Event Name**: Wicked - **Description**: "Wicked tickets 🎟️ Feel the rush of a live show β€” and Wicked is bringing it. From the front row to the perfect view, this is your moment to be there. Get verified tickets now on SeatGig with secure checkout before they’re gone. #Wicked" - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wicked/200030555615929 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kOTU2YWQ2MDcxNDlmN2RhNzJkY2FhOWE5Y2Q2MmJjNWJmMzRmNmVmOTMxODEwZTI1ZTgxYWQ2YjQ0NjQ1MzlkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzcxMzY3MQ.avif - **Event Name**: Water Works Pops: Cinematic Magic – Family Festival & Concert - **Description**: Experience cinematic magic! Be transported through time on the wings of dragons and through the blizzards of Arendelle. Water Works Park will be transformed with activities for all ages to enjoyβ€”local vendors, kids’ activities and food trucks. Join us for - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 633 - **Date**: Sun Sep 06 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/water-works-pops-cinematic-magic-family-festival-and-concert/200030132631353 - **Venue**: Des Moines Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9lYzYyOGYwNzU1OTljOGIyNjQyYmI4NmFiN2JlZWMzZGYwNjA1NWJhOGExYTNiYWYxNzQ2NjY2NDY1MjczYzI3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzE5NTQ0Mw.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, festivals, kids, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Water Works Pops: 7 Bridges – The Symphonic Eagles Experience - **Description**: The Orchestra is joined on stage by 7 Bridges to bring the music of the Eagles to life! Stunningly accurate renditions of timeless classics and fan favorites including Hotel California, Desperado, One of These Nights, Life In The Fast Lane and New Kid in - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 532 - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/water-works-pops-7-bridges-the-symphonic-eagles-experience/200030132627624 - **Venue**: Des Moines Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kODI5MDRjNjI4N2NjZmY2YTNkNDg2NjlhZGFmZmQ1NzdjMjZmNjVmNjE3ZGIyMTlhM2UyNjE4NWY4N2M0NzExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg5OS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzI1NTgzMg.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts - **Event Name**: Clay Walker at Water Works Park - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/clay-walker-at-water-works-park/2400029938027525 - **Venue**: Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOWU1MGI1NDAtOWY5Yy0xMWYxLWE5YjYtNWYzYzM0ZDkyNTliLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcyMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODc1NjMwNTI.avif - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Clay Walker - **Date**: Wed Aug 26 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/clay-walker/2300029947694401 - **Venue**: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9jMjlhNGRhMC05ZjZkLTExZjEtYTUyYi05NzBhNGI1MzQ1ZTctcmltZy13MTAwMC1oOTg0LWRjYzhmOGQ4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NzU0MjkyMA.avif - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Jefferson Starship with Pure Prairie League - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place 🏠 Address: 1501 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5887, -93.6383πŸŽ‰ Welcome to Jefferson Starship with Pure Prairie League, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jefferson-starship-with-pure-prairie-league/3200029748159051 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wMTU4NmMwMC1hMTAwLTExZjEtODM4Mi0yN2M4YjRmOGRiYWMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NzcxNTY4Mg.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Blues Traveler with Gin Blossoms at Water Works Park - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Sep 10 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/blues-traveler-with-gin-blossoms-at-water-works-park/2400029566149420 - **Venue**: Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9hYWE2YTY2MC05ZjdlLTExZjEtYTUyYi05NzBhNGI1MzQ1ZTctcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjZDhjOGI4LWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc4NzU1MDE5Ng.avif - **Categories**: calendar ## Trending Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 2026 World Food & Music Festival - **Description**: 🌎 Discover the world in Downtown Des Moines! The World Food & Music Festival presented by Veridian Credit Union returns to Western Gateway Park Aug. 28-30 for three days of international cuisine, live music and cultural experiences from around the g - **Venue**: Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/455612e724a4cbe9468b1a2638eb32a657b7708b1d8bd0da6ec2b4fea00512c9-rimg-w1200-h628-dc083858-gmir?v=1787151592 - **Event Name**: Tig Notaro at Hoyt Sherman Place - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/893960c0-4499-11f1-8625-6d4feba00823-rimg-w1200-h400-dc3230bf-gmir.jpg?v=1777556165 - **Event Name**: Wicked - Des Moines - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Des Moines Civic Center 🏠 Address: 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5873, -93.6205🌟 Journey into wonder at Wicked - Des Moines, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/720baee0-9f7e-11f1-a52b-970a4b5345e7-rimg-w1200-h849-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787550085 - **Event Name**: The Pork Tornadoes headline World Food and Music Festival - Des Moines, IA - **Description**: 🌎 Discover the world in Downtown Des Moines! The World Food & Music Festival presented by Veridian Credit Union returns to Western Gateway Park Aug. 28-30 for three days of international cuisine, live music and cultural experiences from around the gl - **Venue**: Western Gateway Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/04ad33725b2d038e3b8c044fc5c6b1b9fc10864a00aa5220404fac37ab098dc8-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1787713766 - **Event Name**: Blues Traveler Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors - **Venue**: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b0b4fdd0-a0f1-11f1-8382-27c8b4f8dbac-rimg-w819-h1024-dcd8c8b8-gmir.jpg?v=1787709547 - **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center - **Description**: "Join us for an enchanting experience at ""Wicked""! Get ready to be swept away by this phenomenal musical that defies gravity. Click the link below to secure your tickets and witness the spellbinding tale unfold on stage. Don't miss out on this magical j - **Venue**: Civic Center of Greater Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b871cf00d307de0a5f21a1938fcbef136292fe32eb2993eed89e171df81b46a8-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1787318741 - **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines, IA - **Description**: Wicked Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA 18 September, 2026 at 07:30 PM - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cf059172bb3b90a4fa1f8699c18a55f44f7cc79f55c7beccc46b06c6c2fd9f1a-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1787138856 - **Event Name**: Street Party Tailgate: Iowa v Iowa State | Big Grove Des Moines - **Description**: We're shutting down the street for the ultimate Cy-Hawk tailgating party!About this EventWe’re throwing one last street party at Big Grove Des Moines, and yeah...we’re bringing back the massive LED screen so you won't mis - **Venue**: Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/1b56c12b33f5fbe3a01342b9d4a0ff9a5b4dd6a292daa6719ac8d1d7666c3e99-rimg-w1200-h631-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1786530797 - **Event Name**: Wicked - On Tour - **Description**: Wicked Venue: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA Date: 20 September, 2026 Time: 01:00 PM - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3354ffdd64f865e15be1314b841fce441284d2cf3d089a72ad3505b86da95e87-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1787192125 ## Browse Music Events by Date - [Music Events Today in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music--today) - [Music Events This Weekend in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music--this-weekend) - [Music Events in August in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music--august) - [Music Events in September in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music--september) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** 2026 World Food & Music Festival (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 11:00 am at Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309), Blues Traveler Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors (Wed Sep 09 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park), Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center (Thu Sep 03 2026 at Civic Center of Greater Des Moines), Judy Collins at Hoyt Sherman Place (Thu Aug 27 2026 at 06:30 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Ingersoll LIVE 2026 🎡 presented by Bankers Trust (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 03:00 pm at Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States). - **Q**: What Music events are happening in Des Moines today August 26, 2026? - **A:** Clay Walker (Wed Aug 26 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park). - **Q**: What Music events are happening in Des Moines this weekend August 28–30, 2026? - **A:** Ingersoll LIVE 2026 🎡 presented by Bankers Trust (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 03:00 pm at Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States). - **Q**: What Music events are happening in Des Moines in August 2026? - **A:** 2026 World Food & Music Festival (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 11:00 am at Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309), Judy Collins at Hoyt Sherman Place (Thu Aug 27 2026 at 06:30 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Ingersoll LIVE 2026 🎡 presented by Bankers Trust (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 03:00 pm at Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States), Judy Collins with Bruce Cockburn (Thu Aug 27 2026 at 07:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Clay Walker with Blackhawk (Thu Aug 27 2026 at 07:00 pm at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park). - **Q**: How can I find Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Music events in Des Moines on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Music events in Des Moines include Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309, Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. - **Q**: What is the price range for Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** Prices for Music events in Des Moines range from USD 40 to USD 55. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Music events in Des Moines include World Food & Music Festival, Ticket Network Events, Viral usa1. - **Q**: What types of Music events can I find in Des Moines? - **A:** You can explore a variety of music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more. - **Q**: Are there any online Music events available? - **A:** Yes, many Music events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Music events in Des Moines? - **A:** Follow the Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Music events are listed in Des Moines. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/7d/3b7eda185942c291f6c4d1b664725c/music.png ## Music events from nearby cities - [Music events in Urbandale](https://allevents.in/urbandale/music) - [Music events in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/music) - [Music events in Johnston](https://allevents.in/johnston-ia/music) - [Music events in Clive](https://allevents.in/clive/music) - [Music events in Altoona](https://allevents.in/altoona-ia/music) - [Music events in Carlisle](https://allevents.in/carlisle-ia/music) - [Music events in Cumming](https://allevents.in/cumming-ia/music) - [Music events in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/music)