# Live Shows in Ankeny | Performances, Musicals & Acts - **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Ankeny β€” musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets. - **Category**: Performances - **Type**: format ## Audience - **Followers**: 1.4M+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4e1c9a290e39a2fe8d898499ba0a0e5cc858e10695963ca2ece1d8c2ce9c2fba-rimg-w200-h200-dcc2a793-gmir?v=1755186605 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb68d0474177e7f.jpg - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb68eaf57c43973.jpg ## About For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in [CITY] are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in [CITY] that will keep you hooked for days long. 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Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already. ## Performances Events in Ankeny - **Event Name**: Shrek The Musical: In Concert! - **Description**: A concert performance of: Shrek The Musical Based on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire Music by Jeanine Tesori Directed by Sarah Kate Bode Music Directed by Dr. James Thompson P - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Fri Jul 24 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Jul 24 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/shrek-the-musical-in-concert/200030194565123 - **Venue**: 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNjcxNTUxMWRhMGVkNDVkN2E1ZGY4MmE3OTgzMGNiZGRjNDRlNTA4ZjRmYWM2ODQzNTRkYzk0ZDEwZTM2NGY4NS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGMxNzE4MTMtZ21pcj92PTE3ODQxMTI0NjU.avif - **Categories**: live-music, entertainment, music, concerts, art, theatre, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Sips & Songs - Luke Fox & Standing Hampton - **Description**: Close out the season with one last unforgettable night of music and celebration πŸŽ‰ Sips & Songs in The District 🎢 Luke Fox + Standing Hampton take the stage Gates open at 5:30 PM FREE β€’ All ages welcome Final Silent Disco from 10–12 Takeout food from - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 654 - **Date**: Fri Jul 31 2026 at 05:30 pm – Fri Jul 31 2026 at 11:55 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/sips-and-songs-luke-fox-and-standing-hampton/200030008571614 - **Venue**: SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy85ODg0NGFiMjFhZGI5YTkyMDc3MjdmODY2YTgwNjgzODBiYTFiZTM5N2IzMjBjMzAxYmMwYmQzZmNiNzRiNTk5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2U4ZGVkNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDI0OTQ0NA.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Carfest Dedicated to Epilepsy Awareness Light Show - **Description**: Join us for our 2nd Annual Carfest Kick off light show. Hawkeye Park Ankeny Iowa Friday August 14th 8:00pm to 10:00pm Tops 5 Awards $10 Entry This is the kickoff to our bigger show August 16th. Can't wait to see everyone. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 89 - **Date**: Fri Aug 14 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/carfest-dedicated-to-epilepsy-awareness-light-show/200030346443128 - **Venue**: Hawkeye Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy84ZjQ4MjE2ZjgzYzFlODUwMTA0MWVjNTFjNWQwMjZiNzJjMWNmZWQ3MmIwNGJjOTIwNmJlNGQ1MWVhNzZmNzc2LXJpbWctdzEwNTQtaDE0OTItZGMwMjAyMDMtZ21pcj92PTE3ODQ0Nzc0MjQ.avif - **Event Name**: Magick K featuring Brian Holland @ Good Times in Ankeny, IA! - **Description**: Magick K featuring Brian Holland is appearing at Good Times! 🎷 🎹 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 01:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/magick-k-featuring-brian-holland-good-times-in-ankeny-ia/200030400503712 - **Venue**: Good Times - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lMTkxMjE5YWI2N2YxYTFjYmZlNWFiNDU5YWI1MmM5OGM1OGNlYmJkYTM0ZDkyODIyMDViZjMzNjYwZjlhOWIwLXJpbWctdzgwMS1oNzg4LWRjMTkwNjQxLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0NTk0OTc2.avif - **Event Name**: Farmfest 2026 *PRIVATE EVENT* - **Description**: Reload will be rocking Farmfedt 2026 for a private event. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Sun Sep 06 2026 at 05:00 pm – Mon Sep 07 2026 at 12:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/farmfest-2026-private-event/200029686787742 - **Venue**: Lacona Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8yZjc4YmQwNWU2OWM4OGI0ZjE4ODE2MjZjZDg1NmNhZjg2OWNjOGFhZTkyMmVmY2E4Y2E1NjU0NWE5YzlkYjljLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGM3OGExYzQtZ21pcj92PTE3ODQyNDk0NDY.avif ## Trending Events in Ankeny - **Event Name**: ARL Yappy Hour at Firetrucker Brewery - **Description**: Grab a brew and bring your crew (and your dog!) to Yappy Hour at Firetrucker Brewery! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of canine trivia, cold drinks, and fellow dog loversβ€”all while supporting homeless pets. Gather your trivia team, leash up your pup, and join - **Venue**: Firetrucker Brewery - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/b1a93ee40e9e3c07d5d7af31539ba05dc1786ae659821d74c810aff6461a05b2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc2f2c2c-gmir?v=1784032996 - **Event Name**: Prairie Trail Labor Day Fest - **Description**: Kick off Labor Day Weekend at the inaugural Prairie Trail Labor Day Fest on Saturday, September 5! Enjoy a full day of food and drinks, live entertainment, activities for all ages, and exciting sporting events, including the three-day Labor Day Dink-Off P - **Venue**: 2250 SW Vintage Pkwy, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/5098b55017d9aa21a10790083be60149310c4ffeeddfb48630978c02ef71d7f5-rimg-w1200-h628-dc152043-gmir?v=1784126124 - **Event Name**: NASH Nights in The District | Lanie Gardner with special guests Elizabeth Mary Band - **Description**: Lanie Gardner is hitting the stage with special guests Elizabeth Mary Band on Thursday, July 30th at NASH Nights in The District. Gates open at 5:30 PM, and general admission is totally FREE, so grab your friends and enjoy an evening of the newest country - **Venue**: SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d29a2d3d110393785166130bebf8bdcfd15086fca8312d51133786b213fd96dc-rimg-w1200-h628-dc010101-gmir?v=1784115467 - **Event Name**: Shrek The Musical: In Concert! - **Description**: A concert performance of: Shrek The Musical Based on the Dreamworks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire Music by Jeanine Tesori Directed by Sarah Kate Bode Music Directed by Dr. James Thompson P - **Venue**: 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/6715511da0ed45d7a5df82a79830cbddc44e508f4fac684354dc94d10e364f85-rimg-w1200-h675-dc171813-gmir?v=1784112465 - **Event Name**: Sips & Songs - Luke Fox & Standing Hampton - **Description**: Close out the season with one last unforgettable night of music and celebration πŸŽ‰ Sips & Songs in The District 🎢 Luke Fox + Standing Hampton take the stage Gates open at 5:30 PM FREE β€’ All ages welcome Final Silent Disco from 10–12 Takeout food from - **Venue**: SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/98844ab21adb9a9207727f866a8068380ba1be397b320c301bc0bd3fcb74b599-rimg-w1200-h628-dce8ded6-gmir?v=1784249444 - **Event Name**: GiGi's Playhouse 5K Dash for Down Syndrome - **Description**: This year's event has it all -- a 5K Run, 1 Mile Inspirational Walk, a Kids Dash, Silent Auction, and Exhibit Area for community partners, and DONUTS for everyone! To sign up, go here: https://gigisplayhouse.donordrive.com/Des-Moines-5K-2026 - **Venue**: Dmacc Ankeny - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e1ebc52a95d28381c8bf408c0ce810844aaf71c858860de233036c1eb646e9b0-rimg-w820-h360-dc7ac242-gmir?v=1784249442 - **Event Name**: Carfest Dedicated to Epilepsy Awareness - **Description**: Hey everyone! Come join us for the Annual CAR FEST / TRUCK FEST / BIKE FEST. This Show is Dedicated to Epilepsy Awareness so we are trying to go all out! Price? $20 per Vehicle. Once entered that vehicle will be entered to win in any category it fits. - **Venue**: Hawkeye Park In Ankeny Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b466abadd2b5399a016fe5ba3609fdbbb0cf401fbc2cf1338b64c94e5e417c50-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc2e1349-gmir?v=1784671978 - **Event Name**: Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market - **Description**: 🌱Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market 🌱 Join us for another fantastic day at the Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market, held at the beautiful Ankeny Market & Pavilion Park, 715 W 1st Street, from 8am-noon! Our vendors will be selling fresh produce, locally raised me - **Venue**: 715 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/90aa66c4191b84c212ff745cf296346dfa48be6f1ef992642f3807af4acf29c9-rimg-w1200-h441-dcddcecf-gmir?v=1784126130 - **Event Name**: Celebrate Life 2026 - **Description**: Join On With Life for our annual fundraising event - Celebrate Life! Taking place on Friday, September 25 at 6 pm, we will gather at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny for an evening of fun, philanthropy, and inspirational stories. Sponsorships, tables, - **Venue**: FFA Enrichment Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9e39848627ca5a97394871635458529a1c276a1c769bd3e53e456c5117f8aa8d-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir?v=1784126113 ## Browse Performances Events by Date - [Performances Events Today in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/performances--today) - [Performances Events This Weekend in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/performances--this-weekend) - [Performances Events in July in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/performances--july) - [Performances Events in August in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/performances--august) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Ankeny? - **A:** Shrek The Musical: In Concert! (Fri Jul 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa), Sips & Songs - Luke Fox & Standing Hampton (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 05:30 pm at SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023), Carfest Dedicated to Epilepsy Awareness Light Show (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hawkeye Park), Magick K featuring Brian Holland @ Good Times in Ankeny, IA! (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 pm at Good Times), Farmfest 2026 *PRIVATE EVENT* (Sun Sep 06 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lacona Iowa). - **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Ankeny this weekend July 24–26, 2026? - **A:** Shrek The Musical: In Concert! (Fri Jul 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa). - **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Ankeny in July 2026? - **A:** Shrek The Musical: In Concert! (Fri Jul 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa), Sips & Songs - Luke Fox & Standing Hampton (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 05:30 pm at SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023). - **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Ankeny? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Ankeny on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Ankeny? - **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 Performances events in Ankeny? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Ankeny include 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa, SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA, United States, Iowa 50023, Hawkeye Park. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Ankeny? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Ankeny include DMACC Ankeny Theatre, The District - Prairie Trail, Gatewood Home Improvements LLC. - **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available? - **A:** Yes, many Performances 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 Performances events in Ankeny? - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Ankeny. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/70/bc55d175e647e6821d96f010c07d8f/freepik__candid-photography-with-natural-textures-and-highl__7321-1.webp ## Performances from nearby cities - [Performances in Johnston](https://allevents.in/johnston-ia/performances) - [Performances in Altoona](https://allevents.in/altoona-ia/performances) - [Performances in Urbandale](https://allevents.in/urbandale/performances) - [Performances in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/performances) - [Performances in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/performances) - [Performances in Madrid](https://allevents.in/madrid-ia/performances)