# All Events in Des Moines - **City**: Des Moines - **State**: Iowa - **Country**: United States - **Continent**: North America - **Timezone**: -06:00 - **Currency**: USD - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/4a/3eb947ce48417e9f724bc0a3c8a200/USA-default.webp ## Featured Events in Des Moines - **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 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 06:30 pm – Fri, 02 Oct at 08:45 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:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82ODI3ZTJiMC05MTU4LTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13NTUwLWg1NTAtZGM0ODA4MDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1OTk0NDMx.avif - **Price**: min: 39.59, max: 61.53, currency: USD - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances, Art - **Event Name**: Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings - **Description**: 🗡️ The Fellowship lives on through the music from The Lord of the Rings trilogy . Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings like never before with Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings in Des Moines. This exclusive tribute concert, performed by - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 06:30 pm – Sat, 15 Aug at 08:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/candlelight-the-lord-of-the-rings/2700030036304053 - **Venue**: Scottish Rite Consistory - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy84MmNkMDFiMC04YmRlLTExZjEtODg2NC00MzVjMjJmMjUwZTgtcmltZy13NTUwLWg1NTAtZGM0ODQ4MzgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1MzkyMzYz.avif - **Price**: min: 50.29, max: 71.69, currency: USD - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts, entertainment, concerts, music, performances - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug – Sat, 22 Aug (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-iowa-state-fair-admission-tickets-at-iowa-state-fair/2400029989162611 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yZTA5MDFjMC04ZWQwLTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzA4MTg0OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU3MTYwMjA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons - **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 Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at World Food Prize Hall of La - **Date**: Sun, 23 Aug at 08:45 pm – Sun, 23 Aug at 10:45 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/candlelight-coldplay-and-imagine-dragons/2700030036304605 - **Venue**: World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82YjZkMjJhMC05MTU4LTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13NTUwLWg1NTAtZGMwODI4MjgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1OTk0NDM3.avif - **Price**: min: 43.87, max: 66.34, currency: USD - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances, Art, trips-adventures ## Des Moines's Most-Loved ### Events Categories - [Music (77 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music) - [Business (42 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/business) - [Concert (38 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/concerts) - [Parties (97 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/parties) - [Food & Drinks (32 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/food-drinks) - [Comedy (8 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/comedy) - [Crafts (17 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/crafts) - [Festivals (36 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/festivals) - [Fine Arts (21 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/fine-arts) - [Gaming (7 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/gaming) - [Dance (22 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/dance) - [Health & Wellness (36 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/health-wellness) - [Kids (29 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/kids) - [Performances (63 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/performances) - [Photography (11 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/photography) - [Sports (28 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/sports) - [Technology (26 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/technology) - [Fashion (10 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/fashion) - [Theatre (23 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/theatre) - [Trips & Adventure (41 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/trips-adventures) - [Cooking (2 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/cooking) - [Speed Dating (1 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/speed-dating) ## Popular Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: West Des Moines Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!) - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug at 07:00 pm – Thu, 06 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/west-des-moines-scavenger-hunt-for-couples-show-love-date-night-tickets/100001569393711839 - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84NDZiYTA2ZDk5YzEwNzYyMzkwYTJmODc5NmYzZjc4Y2MwYjMwNmVkZmUyZjYyNGExNWVjODA5MjY3ZWIyZGVhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY2MC1kYzE3MTgxNi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NTk4OTI3ODI.avif - **Price**: USD 13 to 23 - **Categories**: fitness, Contests, Nonprofit, health-wellness - **Event Name**: FREE Iowa Home Expo, October 2026 - **Description**: FREE ADMISSION The Iowa Home Expo is taking place October 9-11, 2026 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds  – Jacobson Exhibition Center Why YOU Will Love the Home Expo • HUGE SAVINGS — Take advantage of exclu - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 12:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-iowa-home-expo-october-2026-tickets/80002997666276 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2OWM2ZDgwZDY5ZGNmLmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, art - **Event Name**: FREE Iowa Home Expo March 2027 - **Description**: FREE ADMISSIONThe Iowa Home Expo is taking place March 12–14, 2027 in Des Moines, IA at the Iowa State Fairgrounds – Jacobson BuildingWhy YOU Will Love the Home Expo• HUGE SAVINGS — Take advantage of exclusive show - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun, 14 Mar at 12:00 pm – Sun, 14 Mar at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-iowa-home-expo-march-2027-tickets/80003353858680 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds – Jacobson Exhibition Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2YTRlOWU5Nzc4ZTE0LmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: workshops, exhibitions, conferences, business, art - **Event Name**: TLC Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/728730217a501a39f732403c6e492112bebc26fd7536dd460ad4c2887555f797-rimg-w200-h200-dc918d8e-gmir?v=1756650013 - 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**Date**: Mon, 17 Aug at 06:00 pm – Tue, 18 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tlc-salt-n-pepa-and-en-vogue/2300029869438348 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85YWU2MDdhMC05MTI1LTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzI4MTgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU5NzI2NDY.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-iowa-state-fair-admission-tickets-at-iowa-state-fair/2400029989162611 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yZTA5MDFjMC04ZWQwLTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzA4MTg0OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU3MTYwMjA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Rod Stewart at Iowa State Fair - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug at 08:00 pm – Fri, 14 Aug at 10:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rod-stewart-at-iowa-state-fair/2400029365327333 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kM2JkNjkzMC04ZmUzLTExZjEtYmFlMy1mZjdiODc2ZTNhOGQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNzQ3LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTgzNDQyMg.avif - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Rod Stewart - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 06:00 pm – Thu, 13 Aug at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rod-stewart/2300029388302416 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80MGZiNzU2MC1kZTQwLTExZjAtYWVjNC1lN2VlMjYzMjViNzEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNzg4LWRjMDEwMTAyLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2NjMwMjgwNw.avif - **Event Name**: Staind & Hoobastank - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 06:00 pm – Mon, 17 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/staind-and-hoobastank/2300029922957128 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iNDIwNDQwMC05MGU1LTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU5NDUxNjY.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Lainey Wilson – Des Moines - **Description**: Lainey Wilson brings her award-winning country sound to the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines on August 16, 2026, turning a summer night at the fairgrounds into a full-on #LaineyWilson celebration. Fans can expect a powerful mix of storytelling, twangy guitar - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 31 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lainey-wilson-des-moines/200029436691118 - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYTJiNmYwNDI1YzIwNTFkMGRkZTQyMWQ3YTNiYzcxZmUyOGZiMmM0Y2NiNTQxOGQ1MGVkYmZjMDMxMTNkOTQ1MC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjktZGNlOGU4ZTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2MDU3NjE.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, storytelling - **Event Name**: Lainey Wilson - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 06:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lainey-wilson/2300029376685825 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy81YWUzZDcyMC1kY2MzLTExZjAtOTJkMy05ZGFjMmNlYTAwMTctcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMzEzMTQ1LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2NjEzOTIwNQ.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center - **Date**: Wed, 02 Sep at 07:30 pm – Sun, 20 Sep at 01:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wicked-at-des-moines-civic-center/2400027966581944 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wNjc4YWRlMC0zY2Q4LTExZjAtYWY5NS03M2E1MTFlOTM1OTItcmltZy13MTAyNC1oMTAyNC1kYzA0MDYwNi1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3NDg1NTU4OTc.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - Des Moines - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Casey's Center 🏠 Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 🌆 City: Des Moines 📍 Location: 41.5927, -93.6211🌟 Be part of history at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - Des Moines, an e - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ringling-bros-and-barnum-and-bailey-presents-the-greatest-show-on-earth-des-moines/3200029990211856 - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xZjUyOTFmMC05MThjLTExZjEtYmFlMy1mZjdiODc2ZTNhOGQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODAwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NjAxNjgxMQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: The Best of Steve Martin and Martin Short at Des Moines Civic Center - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sun, 11 Oct at 07:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-best-of-steve-martin-and-martin-short-at-des-moines-civic-center/2400029688965403 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wMjE0Mzc5MC05MDBkLTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTUwLWRjZjhjODY4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTg1MjA5Ng.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests - **Event Name**: Steve Martin & Martin Short - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/steve-martin-and-martin-short/2300029708053307 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy84ZmE4ZjBiMC0xYjNiLTExZjEtYWRkYy0zOTljMmI0ZmZlYzMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNDAwLWRjZjRiZjVlLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3MzAwNzgwNQ.avif - **Event Name**: Tig Notaro at Hoyt Sherman Place - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 10 Sep at 07:00 pm – Thu, 10 Sep at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tig-notaro-at-hoyt-sherman-place/2400029909779319 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84OTM5NjBjMC00NDk5LTExZjEtODYyNS02ZDRmZWJhMDA4MjMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNDAwLWRjMzIzMGJmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NzU1NjE2NQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Hardy with McCoy Moore - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Iowa State Fair Grandstand 🏠 Address: 3000 East Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA 50317 🌆 City: Des Moines 📍 Location: 41.5952, -93.5509🌟 Journey into wonder at Hardy with McCoy Moore, where extraordinary experiences await around every - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hardy-with-mccoy-moore/3200029570147233 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair Grandstand - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Hardy+with+McCoy+Moore&date=Thu%2C+13+Aug+at+08%3A00+pm&bg=4 - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Lainey Wilson at Iowa State Fair - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 08:00 pm – Sun, 16 Aug at 10:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lainey-wilson-at-iowa-state-fair/2400029363027724 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOTFhODA1ZDAtOGY4Yi0xMWYxLTg4ZGMtZTM4NTZlYjI1NjhmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYxMy1kY2Q4ZDhkOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU3OTY1MDM.avif - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Hamilton - Des Moines (Rescheduled from 12/20/2020) - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Des Moines Civic Center 🏠 Address: 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 🌆 City: Des Moines 📍 Location: 41.5873, -93.6205🌟 Journey into wonder at Hamilton - Des Moines (Rescheduled from 12/20/2020), where extraordinary experie - **Date**: Fri, 20 Dec at 09:30 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hamilton-des-moines-rescheduled-from-12-20-2020/3200029572235632 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Hamilton+-+Des+Moines+%28Rescheduled+from+12%2F20%2F2020%29&date=Fri%2C+20+Dec+at+09%3A30+am&bg=3 - **Categories**: trips-adventures ## Concerts in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Staind & Hoobastank - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 06:00 pm – Mon, 17 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/staind-and-hoobastank/2300029922957128 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iNDIwNDQwMC05MGU1LTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU5NDUxNjY.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Hardy Tickets Des Moines IA Iowa State Fair - **Description**: Don't miss the Hardy concert at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Get the best seats before they are gone using the "TICKETS" link on this page! Find a great event and bring a smile to a friend or loved one with tickets - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hardy-tickets-des-moines-ia-iowa-state-fair/200029516606813 - **Venue**: 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317-2465, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85MGM5NzNkZDY0ZTczYjMxZTc4OTVkY2UzZmU2MmE1MTFlMGVhMDZhMzIzM2JkNTRhM2QzNGU0NWU4MGMyZGYwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc2OTMzNjg5NA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, performances, sports, art, theatre, parties - **Event Name**: The Story So Far with The Starting Line and Ultra Q at Val Air Ballroom - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts The Story So Far with The Starting Line and Ultra Q Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM All Ages Tickets on sale Friday, April 24th at 10:00 AM online at axs.com - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 299 - **Date**: Sat, 31 Oct at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-story-so-far-with-the-starting-line-and-ultra-q-at-val-air-ballroom/200030078653827 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy82MzE4NjgzMWE0MmYyMTQyMmQwMWRlOTA2OTk1ZWRkOTYxNjRhZmVhMGIwZjBmNjE1M2ExMTNlZTg5ZTcwMjE2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAwMzI1NQ.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear Tour - **Description**: Zac Brown Band Venue: Casey's Center Des Moines, IA Date: 20 Nov, 2026 - 07:00 PM - **Date**: Fri, 20 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/zac-brown-band-love-and-fear-tour/200030461651609 - **Venue**: Des, Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy80MjE0ODhlYTEyYjc1ODFjYzRjMmYwNTM4NDMzZThiZWJlN2UxN2NmOGE5MmVkMDZmMjZjYmY5NDNhZjY4NzFmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE0MTkxOS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA5MzM2OQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Lauren Alaina: Stages Tour - **Description**: Lauren Alaina Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place Theater Des Moines, IA Date: Oct 2, 2026 - 07:30 PM - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri, 02 Oct at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lauren-alaina-stages-tour/200030463375939 - **Venue**: Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jZTEzMzY1Mjg2Y2RhMGMzYjM1ZTFmMDI2ZmRiMGU0Y2MzNTczZTc5MjNlYjNkZWNiYTRhYjg3MzhmNjY5MmY2LXJpbWctdzEwMDAtaDU2My1kY2E4YjhjOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk0NjEzOA.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: Jordan Beem is BACK at The Bud Tent! - **Description**: 🎸 Jordan Beem Live at the Bud Tent! 🎸 Catch award winning artists Jordan Beem and Johnny G live at the Iowa State Fair for a night of high-energy country, rock favorites, and great vibes. 📅 Wednesday, August 19 🕢 6:30 PM 📍 Bud Tent – Iowa State Fair 🍻 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 98 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jordan-beem-is-back-at-the-bud-tent/200030306644952 - **Venue**: The Bud Tent - Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZmU1MmVjYTQ3NDNlOTgzZjIyNWM3MzJmYjI2NzVkYzAzOTFmZTkxMmIzYWI2OTRlZTI4Zjg2Yzk5Mjk2MTMwMy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgxMjAwLWRjMTYxNTEzLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MzYyNjcw.avif - **Categories**: parties, art, entertainment - **Event Name**: Ella Langley - **Description**: 🎤 Concert: Ella Langley – The Dandelion Tour With Special Guests Kameron Marlowe & Gabriella Rose 📍 Venue: Casey’s Center 📌 City: Des Moines, Iowa 📅 Date: October 29, 2026 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Thu, 29 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/ella-langley/200030461651207 - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9iNTgwNDMwN2IzNDcyZTBiYzQzMDdiYjMyNmEzNjgyYWQxN2Q3ZDRjZjdhNTJlMjliOTA4NDZkMDE4YzMyMWNkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOS1kY2U4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MDk2OA.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Faculty Lounge | Music in the Junction - **Description**: Faculty Lounge started on Beggar's Night in the fall of 2000, with founding member David Maxwell's decision to pick up the bass. From there, he, drummer Mark Stallman, and guitarist Timm Pilcher set the groove that would later become Des Moines' premier t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 103 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 05:00 pm – Thu, 13 Aug at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/faculty-lounge-music-in-the-junction/200029893850842 - **Venue**: Historic Valley Junction - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mNzQyOTU0OTc1Y2QxNzg1MmFkZmZmNWNmY2E5ZTY4YmMxMWY3ZjdkMDVkOGY4MjI5Zjc1MzgxNmUwNTcwMjkwLXJpbWctdzk2MC1oNTQxLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NjE0NTU3.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, concerts, live-music, trips-adventures, farmers-markets, freedom-festivals, art - **Event Name**: Ensiferum with Firewind, Green Death at Wooly's - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts Ensiferum with Firewind, Green Death Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM All Ages Tickets on sale Friday, April 24th at 10:00 AM online at axs.com or in person at the Wooly's box office open Fridays from 12 PM to 5 PM for fee - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 54 - **Date**: Fri, 18 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ensiferum-with-firewind-green-death-at-woolys/200030026854255 - **Venue**: Wooly's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8yMTc4NWUxYzY2OTk1Y2E5Y2Q0N2I3MmJhMDk0NWY5YmUwNTE0OTVjYmRjNmNjNzFjZmU5Y2RiNTNjMzQ0OGEzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzE4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDY5MA.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Stanley Simmons - **Description**: xBk presents Stanley Simmons SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages GENERAL ADMISSION STANDING ROOM - Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out to info@xbklive.co - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 62 - **Date**: Sun, 18 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/stanley-simmons/200030453459440 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8yZjNhOGRmZmZlNTI0N2I1NGM5MDZkMWY2YzYyOTQ5NmI0MmI3NWJjMWM1YjRiYTVhOGY1NzVlMjM5ZGIzMTJlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTcwODE5NA.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Long Live the Rock Legends | Des Moines - **Description**: 👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/cndlght-tribute-to-queen-de ⭐ 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 Qu - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/candlelight-long-live-the-rock-legends-des-moines/200030420465234 - **Venue**: Scottish Rite Consistory - Event Venue - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wMTViMDRmZDdiZTk3ZjkyMzMwZThlZjgzZWFkMDNkYzExM2Q3ZmQ3OWVhNTJlNDg1YTdmNGRlNjBjYzRmNDgwLXJpbWctdzc2OC1oNzY4LWRjZjhjODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzU4Mzk0.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances, Art - **Event Name**: The Story So Far Tickets - **Description**: The Story So Far is a pop punk band known for their fast-paced energy, sharp lyrics, and emotionally charged themes about relationships, growth, and self-reflection. #PopPunk #Emo #Alternative - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 31 Oct at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-story-so-far-tickets/200030496924107 - **Venue**: West Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYzBjNmRkOWVjOTVkYmE2NmE2YjJkNzJiNjVjZGU2ZTg5YTk3YmQ0MDY3NWJkZDNmOGIyOWRjZDg1MTcwZjJjNS1yaW1nLXc4MDAtaDUzMy1kYzA4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY4Mjg2Ng.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Pokey LaFarge with Cicada Rhythm at Wooly's - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts Pokey LaFarge with Cicada Rhythm Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM All Ages Tickets on sale Friday, May 15th at 10:00 AM online at axs.com or at the Wooly's box office open Fridays from 12 PM to 5 PM for fee free Fridays. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 79 - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pokey-lafarge-with-cicada-rhythm-at-woolys/200030097710038 - **Venue**: Wooly's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xZDJjYzMzODEzMmIzMDg0NjRmODlhMmYzMjMxYWM0NmNiNmUwOWRlNWQ1ZjI0M2Y1MjRmZDE5ZTM3ZGEyYjg5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2YxZTJiYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM1MzA1Mw.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art, workshops, concerts, literary-art, live-music, jazz - **Event Name**: Showtune Sundays with the DMGMC 🎶 - **Description**: Join us the first Sunday of every month for SHOWTUNES SUNDAY at The Legendary Blazing Saddle hosted by the DMGMC. Beer bust all you can drink — 2-6 PM $15 domestic draft $25 craft beer draft Proceeds benefit the DMGMC and support our mission of singing - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Sun, 09 Aug at 02:00 pm – Sun, 09 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/showtune-sundays-with-the-dmgmc/200030381306708 - **Venue**: The Blazing Saddle - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85OTQ4ZWJjMDk0ZTZkZWVmM2M0MzYzMmQ1NTNlNmYwYWM5NTA0OGQwYjk4OWJiNWJkYjg3MGNjZWMyMWIyZjYxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc1NTA5OQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - **Event Name**: Clutch with Slomosa and Blood Vulture at Val Air Ballroom - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts US Fall Tour Clutch with Slomosa and Blood Vulture Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM All ages Tickets on sale Friday, May 8th at 10:00 AM online at axs.com - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 173 - **Date**: Tue, 27 Oct at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/clutch-with-slomosa-and-blood-vulture-at-val-air-ballroom/200030250632623 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83ZGJkZjYxYThhYjYzY2JmZTRhZmFkNjgwZDIzYzk3NmRiNGU2MTRlMDI4ZGZmZDlkNDU0NzNmMWZhZWIyM2NkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MjgzOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg2OTc2Mg.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Award nominated Jimmy Buffett Band Experience! - **Description**: Happy National Parrothead Day! 🦜🌴🍹 🌴 Friday and Saturday, August 7 &8 th 2026 The Ingersoll, Des Moines, Iowa! Today we celebrate the music, the memories, the lifestyle, and the incredible legacy of Jimmy Buffett. Whether you’re kicking back in your - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug at 06:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/award-nominated-jimmy-buffett-band-experience/200030492860612 - **Venue**: Ingersoll Dinner Theater - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85NDBlOGZjNDhjODAwMmQ2MGRhYjFlNmIzNGQwNjU0MDFkMWQ1NTNmZjEyMWRkZDU1MTIxYzk5MTUyN2FmN2I1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDUtZGMwODg4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2MTQxNzI.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Cedar Country Cobras - Album Release w/ The Soul Searchers - **Description**: xBk presents Cedar Country Cobras - Album Release w/ The Soul Searchers FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm All Ages *This is a mostly-seated show. All seating available on a first come, first served basis. Arrive early for best choice o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 106 - **Date**: Fri, 11 Sep at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/cedar-country-cobras-album-release-w-the-soul-searchers/200030254310159 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy80NzRiMDliMDBlNzZmYWM2ZmExYzkzYzgyNzJhYTY0Njg1OWZhOTM4ZGE5M2ZmZjc0YThlN2E4ZjU1YmZhN2ZmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzc4Nzg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDY5Nw.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, contests, parties - **Event Name**: Ella Langley: The Dandelion Tour - **Description**: Ella Langley Casey's Center Des Moines, IA Oct 29, 2026 - 7:00 PM - **Date**: Thu, 29 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ella-langley-the-dandelion-tour/200030463355744 - **Venue**: Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9kNzY1NGE2OWQ3OWM2NmJiZjVmOWQ1NDdkYTQzMjkxNjZhYWFmM2NlZTE1NmFlY2QxYTFiOTgzODhkNWI1ZmZhLXJpbWctdzc3MC1oNTk4LWRjMTYxNjE2LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MTMwMDYy.avif - **Event Name**: Hot Freaks w/ Thesaurus Rex - **Description**: PUBLIC ON SALE: Friday, July 17th @ 9:00 AM xBk presents Hot Freaks w/ Thesaurus Rex TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages GENERAL ADMISSION STANDING ROOM - Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you req - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Tue, 03 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hot-freaks-w-thesaurus-rex/200030454495428 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9iMWExZjU0ODMwNzU2NTIyZDJjY2MxOWViYjI3MGUzODcwMTk1MmJlYTY4ZDgxMzA2YTU5MzAwNGYyM2ZmNWI0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4OThiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYwNTk4OQ.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Parties - **Event Name**: Amythyst Kiah w/Buffalo Nichols - **Description**: xBk presents Amythyst Kiah w/ Buffalo Nichols SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages *This is a mostly-seated show with additional standing room only. All non-reserved seating is available on a first come, first served basis. Arrive e - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 15 - **Date**: Sun, 08 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/amythyst-kiah-w-buffalo-nichols/200030256683828 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8xYzRmMmRmZjBlNThmMzE4ZDZmMjFlMDhjZTJiNDEzYzlmYjRhNzM1ZjdiZDU0MzViMjA3M2VkMTcyMzg4ZGIyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzQ2MjcxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM1MjA3Nw.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art, parties, literary-art, concerts, taylor-swift, storytelling - **Event Name**: Traffic Death /Poly Mall Cops /Quade / Diezeleater - **Description**: Black Heart Booking and xBk present Traffic Death - CD Release Show w/ Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops, Quade, and Diezeleater THURSDAY, AUGUST 27TH Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages GENERAL ADMISSION STANDING ROOM -- Limited seating available o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 51 - **Date**: Thu, 27 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/traffic-death-poly-mall-cops-quade-diezeleater/200030453457128 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mNDcxYzc3OWJhZjk2ZTlmOGI1YTEzZjUwZDE2Y2RhYzVkNWJmMmZmNTY5YTkwZGYwNDk2ZWVkMWM5MzNlZjFiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYyNjA1MA.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Pouya: Only a Few Left! Tour - **Description**: Pouya Venue: Val Air Ballroom West Des Moines, IA Date: Dec 3, 2026 - 07:30 PM - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 03 Dec at 07:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/pouya-only-a-few-left-tour/200030461653621 - **Venue**: West Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy82M2QxMWQ2MzBlZDQ2NjIzNzQ1NGYyODlmMTcyNTdjMGVjYjBkZWUzNGQ1ODE4MmFjMTJhMmI3NzIwZWU5NmQ0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg1MC1kY2Y3ZmVmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA5MzM4MQ.avif - **Event Name**: I Write The Songs - A Tribute to Barry Manilow - **Description**: PERFORMANCE DATES: Aug 27 & 28: Dining: 5:30pm | Show: 7:30pm Get ready for a night of timeless hits and pure nostalgia as Steve Berry returns to The Ingersoll with "I Write The Songs: A Tribute To Barry Manilow" A familiar favorite on The Ingersoll - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 167 - **Date**: Thu, 27 Aug at 05:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/i-write-the-songs-a-tribute-to-barry-manilow/200030007177510 - **Venue**: 3711 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8yOTI1ZjkwZDAxNjNjNzJiNDE4MWNmYjlmODNiMGRjZDg0YjI2YzljOGJiYzkzMzA4NTVlNDE5NWQ1ZDFjNTE3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzE4NDg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MzU3OA.avif - **Categories**: performances, entertainment - **Event Name**: RetroSpect / Music in the Garden - **Description**: Doors at 6 p.m. | Music at 6:30 to 8:30PM • Live, family-friendly, and in-person in the outdoor Koehn Garden. • Bring your own outdoor seating or picnic blankets. • Tickets are sold at the door or in advance • Refreshments and wood-fired pizzas available - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 103 - **Date**: Thu, 20 Aug at 05:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/retrospect-music-in-the-garden/200029689945333 - **Venue**: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8zMmRiYzY3YWEyY2E1YWM4Y2NhZWRjYTg4OWFjOTYxNWJjZTcxMWZmM2JjOTRhNDA5ZmJiZjNkNjQ3YmIxZDk2LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0MjkwNjI.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: FL@Ingersoll LIVE! - **Description**: Help us celebrate 25 years of Faculty Lounge, as Des Moines’ premier 10-piece, all teacher, horn-driven, multi-hyphenated old school funk machine lights it the FUNK UP! https://www.theavenuesdsm.com/ingersoll-live-2026/ - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 43 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 06:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/fl-ingersoll-live/200029787526116 - **Venue**: Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOGM3MDk2YmVhYTExMGU1N2MzYTA3YzNiNmQzZTQwMmQzMThhNTFiMDE2MmJiMmEwNGMxYjJhZWIwZTdjMzRhYy1yaW1nLXc5NjAtaDcyMC1kYzA4MDgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg4NzE5MQ.avif - (more events omitted) - [View all Concerts in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/concerts) ## Parties in Des Moines - **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: 226 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 03:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9mMmQ2ZjNmNTA0ZmM3YTc4ZDNmMDVmMDQwZGVhYWQ0N2JkODQyY2E5NzlmNjQ4ZDkwOThkMDcyYzRhNzFiMjIzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcwNy1kYzU4NThjOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTcwMjg0OQ.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE: Ferris Bueller's Day Off - **Description**: Join us for a FREE screening of Ferris Bueller's Day Off on Cowles Commons August 13 at 7:30 p.m.! Enjoy one of cinema's greatest adventures in the heart of downtown Des Moines, complete with delicious treats from Kona Ice, Zimm’s Kettle, and Lachele's F - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 45 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-outdoor-movie-ferris-buellers-day-off/200030411208249 - **Venue**: Cowles Commons - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=FREE+OUTDOOR+MOVIE%3A+Ferris+Bueller%27s+Day+Off&date=Thu%2C+13+Aug+at+07%3A30+pm&bg=5 - **Categories**: entertainment, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Adult Recess - **Description**: Mark your calendars, arrange the babysitters, and rally your friends!📣 Get ready for the 5th Annual Adult Recess, co-hosted by Des Moines Parks and Recreation and Captain Roy's. This is a FREE adults-only event, so come let loose and play like a kid aga - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 538 - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug at 06:00 pm – Fri, 07 Aug at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/adult-recess/200030254298950 - **Venue**: Captain Roy's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZWEzNGMyMDNkNzJkYjkwZGIwMTZkMzkzMDUwYzk3NTMyN2FjYjI5NjBjZDQ2NzVlYWM0MWQyM2M1MzczYTZiNi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGMzODQ4NDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2NDYyMTM.avif - **Categories**: contests, music, live-music, entertainment, kids, calendar - **Event Name**: Clutch - **Description**: Clutch Venue: Val Air Ballroom West Des Moines, IA Date: 27 Oct, 2026 - 07:30 PM - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Tue, 27 Oct at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/clutch/200030461651811 - **Venue**: West Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81M2FiNzI4Nzk0MjdhYzk2ZjY5N2U0YzBmYTYwMGNkZTRkMzRjM2ZjZGY3MjIwNDZkNWU2ODU2NjliYzM0MjEwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDk2MC1kYzI4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTgwMDMyNw.avif - **Event Name**: The Last Alliance - **Description**: SATURDAY, AUGUST 8th 2026 — The Last Alliance Ball: A gathering of elves, dwarves, wizards, men and halflings. A LOTR inspired ball. The Last Alliance Ball: One Night to Rule them All General Admission Entrance: 6:30 PM – 11:59PM: Grand Ballroom VIP - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 148 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 06:30 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 11:59 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-last-alliance/200029271812016 - **Venue**: Scottish Rite Consistory Building (Des Moines, Iowa) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85YjUxNzA4NTJlOGI3ZGFiMmU0NTdjMDBlNjJiNmUzNDcwOGY5ZDBmMmY3YzY5NmVkNjQ0YmI2ZWY5Yzc1NzkzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzE5MTQxNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3OTk4Nzc5MQ.avif - **Event Name**: 2026 Military Ball - **Description**: 🎖 132d Wing Military Ball 2026 🎖 Join the 132d Wing for an elegant evening celebrating our Airmen, families, and distinguished guests at the 2026 Military Ball. ⸻ 📌 RSVP Reserve your seat here: 👉 https://form.jotform.com/132dMilBall/132_Military_Ball_20 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 128 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 04:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-military-ball/200029750060107 - **Venue**: Hilton Des Moines Downtown - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy84NjMxZjAyNTU2ZWMyYzRiM2IyNGI5MTI5ZDQzNjJjN2U2OTI4YmUxOWU3MmUxYWVlYTk0OTMxYmJkMmQ3YWYwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzI4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTcxMzg4OQ.avif - **Event Name**: ARL Yappy Hour at ARL Main - **Description**: Join us for a last summer bash Yappy Hour! Soak up the last rays of summer with your pup at ARL Main! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of tail wags, frozen treats, and nonstop fun—all while supporting homeless pets. Grab your crew and join us for a dog-friendl - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 42 - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug at 05:30 pm – Fri, 21 Aug at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/arl-yappy-hour-at-arl-main/200030437124728 - **Venue**: 5452 N.E. 22nd St., Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50313 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8yZDE5YTEyNzM0NTUxMDczZTMyN2RjZjZkMDM2MmE3M2JiMTY3OGNiMTk0NDI4YmZkYjQ5NjI2YmVmOGU5ODM1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzJmMmMyYy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTMzMDk4Mw.avif - **Categories**: dog, sports, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Bed By 10 Is Coming To Des Moines! - **Description**: 🎉 Bed By 10: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience! 🎉 Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? We've got you covered! Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing sce - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4624 - **Date**: Sat, 05 Sep at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/bed-by-10-is-coming-to-des-moines/200029845169339 - **Venue**: Platform, Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hYTZlYzAzMGEzZjk1MmI2ZjcwMzNjMDAxZGMxZTgxMmQ3OWUzZmM0NmNhNTU3NjE2NDQzOWY2YTljYmQyZWZmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzc4YThmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ0Mzg3NQ.avif - **Event Name**: The All White Party - Presented by ZKL Chapter & ZKL Education Foundation - **Description**: Early Bird = $35 Get ready to elevate your night on August 31, 2025! Join the Iowa brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha for an unforgettable All-White Party. Immerse yourself in an evening of sophistication with live entertainment, a pulsating DJ, and the most s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 84 - **Date**: Sun, 30 Aug at 02:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-all-white-party-presented-by-zkl-chapter-and-zkl-education-foundation/200030254356833 - **Venue**: The Shop DSM - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81YWU1OWFiMzA4Y2M1NzRlMTYzMjc1N2E5ODkwMzFhNGI2NmFhZWUyMDUwOWI2ZTY4ZmMzMTBmYTYyYmIwYjY4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2I4YjhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTcwMjg1Nw.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Rams Legacy : Speakeasy Soiree Returns - **Description**: You are invited to join us for an affair whispered about in gilded parlors & behind curtains. Beyond the secret door is a world with games of skill & chance, music to move your feet & your soul, libations and food to keep you fueled all night - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 52 - **Date**: Sat, 24 Oct at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rams-legacy-speakeasy-soiree-returns/200030380885709 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds. - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8yYjE2MTFiMTVkNjI0MTA5NmFkNmEyZTU4MDM5ZGFjOTFiYzFhYzdkOTVmMDA4ZWUxOWI4YzlhZjM0MWM1ZWIyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kYzE4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYyMTE4Nw.avif - **Event Name**: Ghoulish Gala - **Description**: Drift through Salisbury's historic halls and discover exciting surprises around each twist and turn. As the witching hour approaches, gather with the other cool ghouls for a supernatural dance party sure to move even the most stoic of vampires out of thei - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 88 - **Date**: Sat, 17 Oct at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ghoulish-gala/200030124538745 - **Venue**: 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85NjhiNjg5OTYxNmFkYzRlZmVhOGQwYzg3YzVlNzlkNzY4ODEyOGIzN2ZmZDY0NzZiN2Q1MzgwZTcwNDMzODk1LXJpbWctdzgwMC1oNjAwLWRjMDQwMjAxLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MDk3NzYz.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Heroes Appreciation Night - **Description**: First Responders, Healthcare Workers, Fire, Police, Military, EMTs, Dispatchers & more - thank you for all you do! Help Spare Time honor our Hometown Heroes by joining us for a night of FREE FUN featuring Bowling & Shoe Rental, Laser Tag, and MOR - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug at 06:00 pm – Fri, 21 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/heroes-appreciation-night/200030357096321 - **Venue**: 340 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xZjUxZmExOTA5ZWIwZWIyMjU1Zjc2YWQwODJkZTg3NDExZTk0ZmQ4OWQ4NTFlOTI3ZmIwZTA1YTEwYzEyODViLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk4MzA4NA.avif - **Event Name**: Puzzlepalooza: Jigsaw Puzzle Competition - **Description**: Don’t miss Des Moines’ most exciting and most fun jigsaw puzzle competition! Test your ‘saw skills against the best in Puzzlepalooza. The Rook Room’s extremely popular jigsaw puzzle competition, Puzzlepalooza, is back for another round at SingleSpeed Bre - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/puzzlepalooza-jigsaw-puzzle-competition/200030402002759 - **Venue**: SingleSpeed Brewing Co. (Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8yYjRlODUyMTkxNTdlMjBlOWMzZDg0NDBmMzRkNDJiMmY2YWRkMzkwOGUxN2JjZWJiNzNmZDQwZTk1YzczZDliLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2ZlZmVmZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDY3NTUxOA.avif - **Categories**: contests, sports, parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: TIKI GROVE @ SURETY: A Landlocked Beach Bar Pop-Up - **Description**: TIKI GROVE @ SURETY A Landlocked Beach Bar Pop-Up Fridays | 5–11 PM Saturdays | 11 AM–11 PM (hours may vary for select private events) Surety Courtyard 206 6th Avenue | Downtown Des Moines 21+ | Free to Attend Escape to Tiki Grove, Surety’s tropical su - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Fri, 31 Jul – Fri, 07 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tiki-grove-surety-a-landlocked-beach-bar-pop-up/200030463357500 - **Venue**: 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9hYzFlNDNmZDk4YjZjYzFjYmUxNjlhZjY5ODU2OGE4NjI4MGFmNmZlZTk1YTc1ZmU4YTkyY2EzOTUxZWQxZmIwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE4MDAtZGNiYmM3ZDUtZ21pcj92PTE3ODUxMzAwODA.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: The Upside Down Rave Is Coming To Des Moines! - **Description**: 🩸🔮 Enter The Upside Down Rave - A Stranger Things Experience 🔮🩸 The rift is open. Reality is unstable. The rave has officially begun. ⚡🕳️ Step into a visually immersive rave filled with high energy dance music and eerie atmospheres, bringing the Upside - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1009 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 11:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-upside-down-rave-is-coming-to-des-moines/200029905621606 - **Venue**: Platform, Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy80NDA3NzY1Yjc3NTc1Y2I2ZDVlMjJlNzBiMjc1MTFmNDIyMzA1ODEwODgzMTY0YTQ5MDJjZjBlMWEyNmRkODBhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzI4MTg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUxMzI4NA.avif - **Categories**: raves, performances, entertainment, art, holiday - **Event Name**: Beyond 30 Presents... Daytime Clubbing | Des Moines - **Description**: We’re delighted to announce Beyond 30's Daytime Party is coming to Platform, Des Moines on the 28th November!🪩🕺🏻 Your kind of crowd, your kind of party! We’re bringing hours of good vibes, great music and unforgettable moments. Over 30s Daytime Clubbing - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 166 - **Date**: Sat, 28 Nov at 04:00 pm – Sat, 28 Nov at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/beyond-30-presents-daytime-clubbing-des-moines/200030463355543 - **Venue**: Southeast Des Moines, Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy81ODk5MGEyYzliNzdlYTlkNDg3MmIxNWQ1ZjBjMTY0OTAzYmI4YjY0MjliNGY1M2I3ZWM2Zjc0YzNhYzJkY2Q0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk4MDUwNw.avif - **Event Name**: Spooky Sip N’ Thrift - **Description**: Come join us at our annual Spooky Sip N’ Thrift this year! We are so excited to have local vendors, spooktacular drinks, and all the Halloween vibes! Come in a costume & enjoy all Captain Roy’s has to offer. Interested vendors please note that spots - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9668 - **Date**: Sun, 18 Oct at 10:00 am – Sun, 18 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/spooky-sip-n-thrift/200029691915402 - **Venue**: 1900 Saylor Road, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8wMjIwZWRlNDljNTQ0ZjlhOTk3NTZiNWVjNTljOTFhOWY5NmMwY2E3Mzg1ZjViODJiMzVkNDZmYjlmNzA5NjhjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk5Mzk5Nw.avif - **Categories**: halloween - **Event Name**: DMMDGC Summer Party! - **Description**: Des Moines Metro Disc Golf Club Summer Party August 29th 2026 at Happy Acres Dise Golf Course $20 Dollars to Play ($10 to payouts/$10 to Happy Acres Fund) $5 for $500 Ace Pot optional on Hole 13 Free Camping for all! Paid for by the DMMDGC ($10 Donation p - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 37 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dmmdgc-summer-party/200030306659321 - **Venue**: Diamondhead Lake - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8xNDBhYTQ3YWIyMzg5MWQ0YTQyNGMzZDVjNDM2ZDE2M2M1NmFmZWU0MjRmNjM4ZWZhZGI0OTQ5OGNkOTM0N2YzLXJpbWctdzExOTctaDY2NC1kYzY4YjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDc5OQ.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, sports, workshops, trips-adventures, nonprofit, camping - **Event Name**: Dancing in the Park - **Description**: Celebrate the end of summer with a big dance party! Join Des Moines Ballroom and friends on August 28 from 6:00–9:00 PM for Dancing in the Park, a free community celebration filled with live music, dancing, and fun for all ages. Enjoy live music from th - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dancing-in-the-park/200030504652654 - **Venue**: Des Moines Water Works - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy82ZTZkMTcxZWViN2VmZGI2NzJlMWYwY2RkNzk1MWRhODU4N2Q0MzQyNzBkYTRkZWNkNTIyZmNhM2FkYjlkMWQ0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4MTYxNzM.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Workshops, food-drinks - **Event Name**: 45th Anniversary Celebration - **Description**: Join us as we celebrate 45 years of Keeping Families Close! Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Iowa is turning 45, and we can't wait to celebrate with our community! Bring the whole family on Saturday, August 29, 2026, for a fun-filled day featu - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 33 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 12:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/45th-anniversary-celebration/200030407810235 - **Venue**: 1441 Pleasant Street, Des Moines, IA 50314 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kODU0MzBkM2E5ZTY3NGE4MjA5ODY0ZmJmYTkyMmM1ZDc4NzY4MTI5ZDZkNjBmYjBjYjlkMzNjMTA0MjE2MjdmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU2MTEyMQ.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Art, fine-arts - **Event Name**: TV Sitcoms Trivia Night @ The Station On Ingersoll (Des Moines, IA) / Tues Aug 11th @ 6pm - **Description**: #WhereEverybodyKnowsYourName Classic TV Sitcoms Trivia Tuesday, August 11th @ 6pm The Station On Ingersoll (Des Moines, IA) FREE To Play Win House Cash ALL AGES #ThinkAndDrinkTuesdays - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Tue, 11 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tv-sitcoms-trivia-night-the-station-on-ingersoll-des-moines-ia-tues-aug-11th-6pm/200030474553146 - **Venue**: The Station on Ingersoll - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9lODVmNmRlNThhMDMyYjZmMTQ2MGJiN2Y2OTViNjYxNGI3MWE3YTA1NjYzNGJhNTcxODI3ZGU3MzhmM2JjM2Y2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5MTIyNTg.avif - **Event Name**: THE GRID presents: Ravers with Sabers - **Description**: THE GRID present: Ravers with Sabers SATURDAY, SEP 12TH CAROLUX DARIKA ROZZET PRI YON JONI FREE ENTRY 9-11PM w/ TICKET ON DICE - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 55 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 09:00 pm – Sun, 13 Sep at 02:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-grid-presents-ravers-with-sabers/200030392389931 - **Venue**: 400 Walnut Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9lZDQyMDMwZjkyNzMyZTI5ZjZjMmI4MmMyNzEzNTExOTRmNGJiMzZmNjRkYWZlZWNiNjQxNWQ3YWJiZGE0MzAxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcyMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU4NTc3Ng.avif - **Event Name**: Coronation 34 - Victory Party & Show - **Description**: Join the new Monarchs of Iowa as they host their first fundraiser of Reign 34. The party will be held at the Garden Restaurant and Show Bar starting at 2:00 pm with the show starting around 3:00 pm. The show will be Drag Roulette style unless you would l - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/coronation-34-victory-party-and-show/200029755441838 - **Venue**: The Garden - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wM2ExNTQ0YmE3NGNiMjMwYjZkZjFkZDIxMzYxYzQ5NDY5YWNkY2U3M2I3MDk0ZTVlZTk1MzMzM2I3NzkyZTFjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTE5OQ.avif - **Categories**: coronation-weekend, parties, entertainment, nonprofit - **Event Name**: September Bear Happy Hour - **Description**: 🎶 D you remember, the 12th night of September 🎶 13 year Anniversary of The Capital Bears!!!! 🐻🐻 Join us for our monthly happy hour held at the Garden Night Club! A extra special happy hour as it is the 13year anniversary of The Capital Bears! EVERYONE i - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 07:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/september-bear-happy-hour/200030299568539 - **Venue**: The Garden - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=September+Bear+Happy+Hour&date=Sat%2C+12+Sep+at+07%3A00+pm&bg=5 - **Event Name**: CIBS Membership Appreciation Party (open to all) - **Description**: SAVE-THE-DATE for the 2026 CIBS Membership Appreciation Party! FREE for all CIBS Members $25 for non-members - tickets available at the door Doors at 5PM / Show at 6PM - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 47 - **Date**: Sat, 07 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/cibs-membership-appreciation-party-open-to-all/200029759328336 - **Venue**: xBk Live - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wMjc0YzE5Y2E4ZDkzNjg3ODRlOWIyZTZmMzMwZjg0ZmY1OGQ1MTA3OGM3Y2I1MjQ0MzEwMjM2YzZhNmY4ODVlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcxOC1kYzA4NjhhOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY0NjUzOA.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - (more events omitted) - [View all Parties in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/parties) ## Music in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Lainey Wilson - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 06:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lainey-wilson/2300029376685825 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy81YWUzZDcyMC1kY2MzLTExZjAtOTJkMy05ZGFjMmNlYTAwMTctcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMzEzMTQ1LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2NjEzOTIwNQ.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: The Chicks - Springfield - **Description**: The Chicks tickets 🎟️ There's nothing like the energy of a live event — and The Chicks is bringing it! Whether it's on the field, on stage, or on tour, this is your chance to be part of the moment. Get your tickets now at Stubjet before they sell ou - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-chicks-springfield/200030342636517 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9iMTM3YjA2MDFhMDMxZjliZDRiYjBmMzYyZTMzYjNmYzFiZmM2NTUxN2RlNGFiNjliYjMzMDE5MDViMjFmNjRhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzM4NDg0OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg4OTYxOA.avif - **Event Name**: Latino Celebration at the Iowa State Fair 2026 - **Description**: 🙌🏼 Great News! SAVE THE DATE 🙌🏼 LATINO CELEBRATION at the IOWA STATE FAIR La Sonora Dinamita 📍 Where? Susan Knapp Stage 📆 When? Sunday, August 16 from 7 - 9 pm 🌟 Line up 🌟 La Sonora Dinamita 🌟 Presented by 🌟 Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Ho - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 208 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 07:00 pm – Sun, 16 Aug at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/latino-celebration-at-the-iowa-state-fair-2026/200030306658516 - **Venue**: Susan Knapp Amphitheatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZDBkMzVhOGFiOWEwMWU5MDYzYTNjMWY2NmU1NDEwYjNmYzhiMDQ2ZDNiYzJkZmU4MjcxMjJmMzc3ZTVmMGM2Yi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjMtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYwMjQ3MDE.avif - **Categories**: festivals - **Event Name**: Gallivant | Music in the Junction - **Description**: Short Shorts, Tube Socks, Long Hair, and Good Ol' Fashioned Rock n Roll! Gallivant is a three-piece, riff-based groove rock band that sets a high bar for the new age of rock and roll music. They bring a high-energy, arena-sized rock show to stages all acr - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 176 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug at 05:00 pm – Thu, 06 Aug at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/gallivant-music-in-the-junction/200030231331745 - **Venue**: Historic Valley Junction - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy81M2MzOWJjNzY1MzYzYWQzMWJmYjhkYjViMDIwZGNhN2YzODYzYzY3YjZiZjdjZjhjYzAzYTdkYjJiMzY2ZmM1LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NTExNjA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music, farmers-markets - **Event Name**: 512: The Selena Experience - **Description**: Performance Schedule: Oct 3: Dining - 5:30 PM | Show - 7:30 PM Oct 4: Dining - 11 AM | Show - 1 PM 512: The Selena Experience is a mind-blowing experience and the closest one you can get to live a Selena concert. Simply, the best Selena tribute producti - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 86 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 05:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/512-the-selena-experience/200030007179041 - **Venue**: 3711 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80Nzg2MTlkOWE5MTc0N2I4OGJmNTE2YjVlNDM1NTc3MzAzMjdkOTg4NjExNzk4MWU3NjExMzNkMjcwMGVmMGE3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDcwNA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, festivals, concerts - **Event Name**: Jenna Raine w/ Zoe Levert - **Description**: xBk presents Jenna Raine - Jeans, Boys & Jesus Tour WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages *Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out to info@xbklive.com* - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Wed, 07 Oct at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jenna-raine-w-zoe-levert/200030402012453 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9jZTA1ZTAyMGQ4MmZkNTk3MGU2ZDYyNjljY2QxYmYxZjI1ZDkwOWVkNjc5NTNkZGY1MzRjZTAyNDFjNjcxYTE5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE4MjgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ5Mjk5OA.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, music, art, pop, storytelling - **Event Name**: MWB Live at Iowa State Fair - **Description**: The Mike Walsh Band RETURNS for their third year at the Iowa State Fair. Stop by for some amazing rock and country tunes. Show is FREE with general admission and will start at 1:30 PM at the Susan Knapp Stage. See ya there! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug at 01:00 pm – Fri, 21 Aug at 03:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/mwb-live-at-iowa-state-fair/200030048772857 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xZTQ1YzJmYzlhNzg1YTgzZGY1MDkyZDA3MzNkYWU1YmE3OGZiNWVmZDBhNGYxODUxNjg1MjdhOWE2NDliMjgzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUwMC1kYzE4MTAxNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE5MjgyMA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: FL@Music in the Junction! - **Description**: We put the FUNKtion in the Junction as Des Moines’ premier 10-piece, all teacher, horn-driven, multi-hyphenated old school funk machine funks up the farmer’s market. https://valleyjunction.com/valley-junction-events/music-in-the-junction/ - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 73 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 06:00 pm – Thu, 13 Aug at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/fl-music-in-the-junction/200029787525807 - **Venue**: Historic Valley Junction, West Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZWIxZmE1MTQ0ZWYzYzNjZGZiNTE0ODc4M2Y0YjNiNDNiOTIwZTQ2OWFmYzljNDI4OTY3ZGVlMmNkNzlhOWE3MC1yaW1nLXc0NTMtaDQ5Mi1kY2I4ZDhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUwMzk5Nw.avif - **Event Name**: Big Richard w/ Weary Ramblers - **Description**: xBk presents Big Richard w/ Weary Ramblers WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages GENERAL ADMISSION STANDING ROOM -Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 67 - **Date**: Wed, 23 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/big-richard-w-weary-ramblers/200030256687132 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9mYWE0ZDNiNDRhYzcxMDY4ZTk4NDIzNTdlOTg3YjhhZjkwNWFiYTgzYmQ5NWIzYzE2NTM1ZTc5MzVmYTk0ZTg1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU5NjcwNw.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, parties, health-wellness, live-music - **Event Name**: Jordan House Heritage Jubilee - **Description**: Enjoy an afternoon of heritage, food and fun at the Heritage Jubilee! Live music from the Weary Ramblers, Performances from Indigenous performers Native Pride, Fun and informational opportunities from the Polk County Master Gardeners, Make fresh apple cid - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 119 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 01:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/jordan-house-heritage-jubilee/200029516173022 - **Venue**: 2001 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9jM2M2NzRhMmI5MjE5OGRmNDk2MTFjOWQ3ZmVhMDJkZTYxNTdlYTBmNDZmOTQxMmI0MTA0ZGM3NGY5Mjk1NmUzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y2ZjFkNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE0MzYzNA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, live-music - **Event Name**: Jethro's Express at Water Works Park Seniomsed Series - **Description**: Join us this summer at the Seniomsed Series at Water Works Park! Jethro’s BBQ Express will be serving up award-winning BBQ during one of Des Moines’ favorite outdoor concert experiences. Grab some incredible food, enjoy live music, and take in a fun summe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jethros-express-at-water-works-park-seniomsed-series/200030402005728 - **Venue**: Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82ZjNiMzQ3ZGRiOTlkMjdmZGFmODM5M2M5NjY1Y2RhOGQ2OTI4OTc3Y2I3YmM0NGE4NjQzMzI5NDhhZjY0NWIwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzYxYTZmMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDgzNjI5Mg.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, concerts - **Event Name**: Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters - **Description**: Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with the surprisingly deep material of her unabashedly catchy pop music. Singer and playwright Lisa Rock has compiled a moving tribute to the music an - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Sat, 23 Jan at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/close-to-you-the-music-of-the-carpenters/200030109226406 - **Venue**: Temple for Performing Arts - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wNzgyMGViYzgyOWI5ZjZhYjA3YmJiOTYwYTkwOTc0ODI0ODU0YTI5NjNmMmU5ZTBlNjc5ZTc0MWQ2OGVmYTJjLXJpbWctdzEwMDAtaDc5OC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUwNTk4Mg.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, pop - **Event Name**: Holiday Brass - **Description**: Ring in the season with the brilliant sound of the Des Moines Symphony’s powerful brass section! Holiday favorites like “Joy to the World”, “The Herald Angels Sing” and “Sleigh Ride” fill Westminster Presbyterian, where the magnificent Dobson Pipe Organ j - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 89 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Dec at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/holiday-brass/200030497233731 - **Venue**: Westminster Presbyterian Church (4114 Allison Ave, Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy84MzVkMGZiOThiYzQ5YTNkNjk3NGNiNTJjMmIxNThiNjdkNWZmMGQ1NTkzMjdjNTcyZjE2NGEwNGU0NmY1NDYzLXJpbWctdzcwMC1oNzAwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Njg5NDkx.avif - **Categories**: holiday - **Event Name**: Diles Que No Me Maten w/ Mr. Softheart - **Description**: xBk presents Diles Que No Me Maten w/ Mr. Softheart SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages *Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reach out to info@xbklive.com* _____ - **Date**: Sun, 01 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/diles-que-no-me-maten-w-mr-softheart/200030482489903 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy84MGY4YTQ2MDMzZTc1YzFjYTEwYzIyMDdjN2Y1OTIxZGJjMTk0MDYxODdlOGEyMzEzNmU5NTg4NGRmMGM2YTE0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4YjhkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQyNDc0Mw.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, performances, Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: Jeni Grouws at Jalapeño Pete's at the Iowa State Fair! - **Description**: Jeni Grouws is bringing her band back to the Iowa State Fair to make some magic at Jalapeño Pete's just under the Grandstand at the fair. Fantastic food, cold drinks, loads of seating and a band that will COOK! International Blues Challenge winner Josh Ho - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 57 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 04:30 pm – Sun, 16 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jeni-grouws-at-jalapeño-petes-at-the-iowa-state-fair/200030501968955 - **Venue**: Jalapeno Pete's at the Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83OGY5YmFjZDA5NWZlMTUxZDQ1YmIzZWU0YzA3MmEyYzVkYTNjYTc1MWUxZTViMjU0YmY1YTY2ZjdkNzIwNjU1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNhOGE4YjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NjQ2MzU.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, contests - **Event Name**: Silversonic Under the Trees - **Description**: Silversonic will materialize beneath the beautiful canopy of trees in Waterworks Park at the Des Moines Biergarten. Expect a lusty range of American roots music from these longtime scene makers. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 117 - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug at 05:00 pm – Fri, 07 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/silversonic-under-the-trees/200030306662752 - **Venue**: Des Moines Biergarten - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xOTU2YmNiYTg3YTM2Zjc2OWFkNzQyN2JlYzllNGQ5YTU3MDZhOTFiNjVjMTUzMGY4MGJlMGFlNTAzYTNlZDA0LXJpbWctdzk2MC1oNzIwLWRjZDhkOGM4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1OTY1ODE3.avif - **Event Name**: The Mike Walsh Band 🎸 Down Under - **Description**: 🎸 Rockin' the Stage at Down Under Bar & Grill! 🎶 The Mike Walsh Band 📅 Saturday, October 10th, 2026 🕗 8:00 PM – Midnight Get ready for an unforgettable night of music! The Mike Walsh Band brings a dynamic mix of rock and country covers, spanning the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 21 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 08:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 12:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-mike-walsh-band-down-under/200029613563520 - **Venue**: Down Under Bar & Grill - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy82MTk4MzQyNTM4NWM3OTJmNWE3OTAwNGExZmYyNTQ5Mjc3MWZiMGM2NDU1M2MwZjdlMTczOTQ0OGU5ZDBhYmJmLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDg2OS1kYzAyMDIwMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTMyNzE1MA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Trumpeter/Vocalist Benny Benack III - National Act! - **Description**: By age 33, Emmy-nominated trumpeter and singer Benny Benack III has proven to be that rarest of talents: not only a fiery trumpet player with a stirring command of the postbop trumpet vernacular in the vein of Kenny Dorham and Freddie Hubbard, but also a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Thu, 01 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/trumpeter-vocalist-benny-benack-iii-national-act/200030453479926 - **Venue**: 1326 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kZTEwYzFiM2FlYTgxZDNlNWE1YzRkOTgzNjQwMDYwNGJjNzg5MTU1NjI5NzA3NmJhZWVlNGRjM2FmZGYyNzEyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzM4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTE5MQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, Concerts, performances - **Event Name**: Crossroads: A Journey With The Blues ft. Tina Haase-Findlay & Rob Lumbard - **Description**: Rob Lumbard will bring some of the finest Piedmont style finger pickin' guitar and Tina Haase-Findlay will bring the old time Blues Ladies from the 30's to life! Door prizes - Blues cd's will be drawn for at the end of the session! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sat, 24 Oct at 02:00 pm – Sat, 24 Oct at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/crossroads-a-journey-with-the-blues-ft-tina-haase-findlay-and-rob-lumbard/200029879908940 - **Venue**: Forest Ave Branch Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85NmRiMTNmNWU1MzYzNjZiNzQ1MjBkNGI2YWRiMDZhNThiM2MxMGE0ODA3YzdkOGQyNzRmMDYwODIwZmI2OGEzLXJpbWctdzUxMi1oMzg0LWRjMTgxODI4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1OTM4MzE2.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Be the change. Vote the change. - **Description**: Join us and Be the Change! This evening of music and action will feature performances by Ducharme-Jones, Matt Terronez, and Beggars' Bargain Proceeds from this event will support the Des Moines Westside Democrat and the Northwest Des Moines Democrat Nei - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 04:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/be-the-change-vote-the-change/200030461679522 - **Venue**: Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8zNTQ2ZmIzNmNkNDk1YTA3YmIwMmMzZTQzYzAzMzE1Y2Q1M2Q0YTU3ODkzMzEyYmUzMzY4OTFlZmI0NTg0ZjdmLXJpbWctdzY4Ni1oOTExLWRjZjJlYWQ1LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MDkzNjgy.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit - **Event Name**: Taste of Norway - **Description**: The Daughters of Norway Eva Nansen Lodge annual Taste of Norway features baked goods, local artists and craftspeople, vendors with everything from books to clothes to soaps, and music. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 187 - **Date**: Sat, 17 Oct at 09:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/taste-of-norway/200030280165541 - **Venue**: Valley High School - WDMCS - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Taste+of+Norway&date=Sat%2C+17+Oct+at+09%3A00+am&bg=2 - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Matthew Carlson // Chip Albright // Randy Burk Live At Local's - **Description**: Matthew Carlson (Stick Arounds, Harborcoat, and The Pantones) brings his songs and stories to Local's. Des Moines stalwarts Chip Albright and Randy Burk will take the stage as well for a brilliant night of original Americana/Power Pop. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 24 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/matthew-carlson-chip-albright-randy-burk-live-at-locals/200030318329056 - **Venue**: Locals Bar & Stage - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9iNjcyZGUwNmE3Nzg0NmQ1NmY4Zjk2NDFhNTZjOTY3MGM5NTE3ZDI4YmM4NmMxMDZlMzBhZDhjOWMzMmE1MDE1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2U4ZDhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc0MDgxMg.avif - **Event Name**: Agriculture w/ Uniform and Pure Hex - **Description**: xBk presents Agriculture w/ Uniform and Pure Hex THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm All Ages GENERAL ADMISSION STANDING ROOM -- Limited seating available on a first come, first served basis. If you require ADA accommodations please reac - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Thu, 05 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/agriculture-w-uniform-and-pure-hex/200030428976130 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82NzU5NTc1MDQ3M2EzYTIxNjc5YWQ1NWMxODAzZWQ0ZWQ4MzRiZGVmMDY4NWMxODQ4NmI2OTgxNzVmYTZjNjUxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg4NjQ0OQ.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, parties - **Event Name**: S'mores & Pours 2026 - **Description**: Help us create safe, inclusive spaces for central Iowa youth by joining us for S'mores & Pours - a fundraising event supporting Camp Fire Heart of Iowa! Experience the joy of camp all in one night with activities, music, food, a campfire, and - of cou - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 21 - **Date**: Thu, 24 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/smores-and-pours-2026/200030318289029 - **Venue**: 4343 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321-1249, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy85MjUwMmIwMTQ0MThmZTYwZTMzNzAxMjVhNjNlOGY1OTNkODJiZDYzOTlhZjNhNzAxYmU4YWZiMGNlM2RhY2Y5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2M4OTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDg2MQ.avif - **Categories**: workshops, charities - **Event Name**: Des Moines Irish Session Open Jam - **Description**: Join the Des Moines Irish Session of a Drop-in Irish Jam Session. May 8th from 7PM till Close. This Group has been meeting to make music in the Des Moines Area for over 33 years. Bring your Instrument, Your Voice, and your Sense of fun, and come make musi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Tue, 11 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/des-moines-irish-session-open-jam/200030231333551 - **Venue**: 2700 University Ave, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9jZmE1YjJmZmYzZThmODhiODI5NDI4YmEyMTIwNGNkNGRhMmI2YWU5OTkxMzRkNDIyN2M3NDljODgzZWYyMmQ0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kY2YyYzdhMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzUyMjM2OA.avif - **Categories**: meetups - (more events omitted) - [View all Music in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music) ## Conferences in Des Moines - **Event Name**: GalaxyCon Des Moines - Friday - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Thu, 10 Sep at 06:00 pm – Fri, 11 Sep at 05:30 am (+00:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/galaxycon-des-moines-friday/2300029298267937 - **Venue**: Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9iMWI5MTVkMC05MDI2LTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNzUwLWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTg2MzEyOQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: 2027 Land Investment Expo - **Description**: Acclaimed for its international leadership in agriculture and renowned for its first-in-the-nation status in national politics, Iowa has been center-stage for agricultural professionals, business leaders, and political aspirants for decades. Established i - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Tue, 12 Jan at 08:00 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2027-land-investment-expo/200030463375433 - **Venue**: 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309-1302, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNWRiOTBjZWZiNjczNThjMzFmNmNmN2JkZjY3ZTg0Yjc2M2RhNDk0MzQ2YTRjYzA1N2RiZjc4ZWVhNjA5Njg4MS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGNlOGU4ZTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NTUyOTk.avif - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, art, fine-arts, conferences - **Event Name**: Christ Our Life Conference | Des Moines - **Description**: Don’t miss this incredible Catholic Conference right here in Iowa! ✨ Held every 2 years in Des Moines ✨ Inspiring Catholic speakers from around the country ✨ Many from our parishes return again and again Make it a weekend with your spouse or friends! 🎟 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 08:00 am – Sun, 27 Sep at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/christ-our-life-conference-des-moines/200030329844630 - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wYjE4YTM1NGJmOGU2YTNkOGRmNzUxZWQ1YWZiNzE4ZmRhYWYxNjc4ZDIwNDdhMjhiMTZmYmU0ODU1ZDA3NGRjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMTktZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0OTQ4MzI.avif - **Categories**: business, conferences, virtual - **Event Name**: Kevin Smith at GalaxyCon Des Moines - **Description**: https://galaxycon.com/blogs/celebrities/kevin-smith - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 48 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 10:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/kevin-smith-at-galaxycon-des-moines/200030096160254 - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kOTc5ZTk3ZDI0YTJkZDMzNTUyODQ3Y2E2MjEzMGFkM2U0NmEzMzEwMjJjNTVlYzY5YTYyN2FjMDkxYmYwMmQ2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY2OC1kYzg4ZTg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY0MDc4Ng.avif - **Event Name**: Midwest Coffee Expo - **Description**: Welcome to the first-ever Midwest Coffee Expo in Des Moines, Iowa. This is an exciting event designed to bring together coffee lovers and coffee professionals under one roof. ☕ General Admission: 10AM - 4PM – Local & Regional roasters – Tastings, reta - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1661 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 08:00 am – Sun, 27 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/midwest-coffee-expo/200029746702932 - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81NGJiYzBiZjM5ZTZiYmVjYWZhNzdlOTQyYTgyYTQ0N2RlZDBhNjExMjdmZGU4MGQ4NTdkOTc1ZWRmNDNhMWVlLXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjYTE3YjRlLWdtaXI_dj0xNzcyOTI3NDUz.avif - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, workshops - **Event Name**: Jason Mewes at GalaxyCon Des Moines - **Description**: Meet Jason Mewes, best known as the fast-talking, foul-mouthed Jay of the legendary duo Jay and Silent Bob in the View Askewniverse classics like "Clerks," "Mallrats," and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back." Beyond the convenience store, he is the voice of - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 63 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 10:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jason-mewes-at-galaxycon-des-moines/200029725107456 - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kNmViZDJmOWI5ZTk5YzQ3ZDk3YTVlMDQ3OTZhNzI4ZTQ0MzIzOWVlNzQ0OTk1OTg5OTFlNDIyM2E0MTllZTYwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY2NC1kYzg4ZTg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDg2Nw.avif - **Event Name**: 2026 HousingIowa Conference - **Description**: Registration is Now Open for the 2026 HousingIowa Conference! Join housing professionals, community leaders, developers, advocates, policymakers, and service providers from across Iowa for the 2026 HousingIowa Conference in Des Moines on September 9–10. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 39 - **Date**: Wed, 09 Sep at 08:00 am – Thu, 10 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-housingiowa-conference/200030059321720 - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9hMzJkYWU4NTQ2NzM2MTQ4ZmMzOTI2Zjc5NTgwZDk3ODE3YmQ5ZjdiMzUyZWY5ZTkwYWZjYTAyODYwMmU5YWRlLXJpbWctdzgwMC1oMjc4LWRjYzhkODY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NjQxNzU0.avif - **Categories**: business, conferences - **Event Name**: 2026 Fall ITEC Conference - **Description**: Join us for our ITEC 2026 Fall Conference. We have an amazing speaker lineup and incredible opportunities to learn and connect with your fellow educators. We'd love to know who is planning to attend. And if you've attended a previous ITEC conference, we - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Mon, 12 Oct at 08:00 am – Tue, 13 Oct at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-fall-itec-conference/200030408744422 - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy81NGE4M2FkOGY0ZTBkN2YxYjVlNjc3NjMyYTk0MGQ5ZjZkYmFjMDExNmU0NjU2NjNjNjQ4YTJkODg0MTE1M2Y1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU5ODA0Mg.avif - **Categories**: business, conferences - **Event Name**: Emerging EMS Technology : Strategic Leadership to Implementation - **Description**: SAVE-THE-DATE : Registration Opening SOON! IEMSA Presents: Emerging EMS Technology: Strategic Leadership to Implementation September 9+10, 2026 at the West Des Moines Hilton Garden Inn Presented by: Donnie Woodyard, MAML, NRP, WP-C -- Author of The Fu - **Date**: Wed, 09 Sep at 01:00 pm – Thu, 10 Sep at 07:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/emerging-ems-technology-strategic-leadership-to-implementation/200030231331544 - **Venue**: Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xMjU4NTZmZWZlMjk5ZTAwNDVkZTUxNDkzZGZmZDFlZjJjM2NlMzRkNmQ3YjczMzZmNzFlNDAyM2UzMTI3OTBiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ0MDE1OA.avif - **Categories**: business, conferences, artificial-intelligence, art, literary-art, contests - **Event Name**: 26th Annual Gathering & Convention - **Description**: Freedom in Christ is LCMC’s first core value and an essential part of our DNA, but what does being free in Christ actually mean? What are we free from, who or what are we free for, and what exactly are we free to do? Join us for our 26th Annual Gathering - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 18 - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/26th-annual-gathering-and-convention/200030377016650 - **Venue**: Lutheran Church of Hope - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9mZWI2MTM0MjlmNTQ3MzJmMjhlY2RjMTQ5MTZlZGExN2EyMmY0NWM0YTE0ZThlMjU1ZjI3M2Y4MjZhZDA2M2JjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ1Ni1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQxNzI3MA.avif - **Categories**: meetups - **Event Name**: Rally Weekend - **Description**: Rally Weekend is the official launch of a new year of worship, programming, classes and events! It’s a great opportunity to help you get connected and learn about the various opportunities available throughout the year! Saturday, Aug. 29, 5:00 pm Sunday, - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 37 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 04:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/rally-weekend/200030503028750 - **Venue**: 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lZDE5YjJmZDAyNmQ0MmExYzA1Y2VjN2ZlM2JjMTJhMjg0MzU5NDQ5YTAyOTgwODM2YWVlZWQ5NDI3YjYyMDEyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzM4YjhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4NjU5MA.avif - **Categories**: workshops, it, kids - **Event Name**: Breakthrough T1D Community Summit: West Des Moines - **Description**: Join us for the 2026 Breakthrough T1D Community Summit! The FREE event provides a morning of education, inspiration, and connection for the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community. Learn about latest breakthroughs in T1D research, hear about important topics, me - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 22 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 08:30 am – Sat, 29 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/breakthrough-t1d-community-summit-west-des-moines/200030294971938 - **Venue**: Iowa Farm Bureau - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy81M2ExZjE1NGM3YTljMDNiYTA3NGRiZGQzMzNkYWQzM2E2Y2QwODVhYjVkZDA2Zjg5YmU2NTQyYzEzOThjMzNmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1MDAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4Njk3NzE.avif - **Categories**: business, it - **Event Name**: DisruptHR Des Moines 9.0 - **Description**: Join us on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at The Shop DSM for a night of bold ideas, honest conversations, and workplace truths that don't always make the agenda. This year's theme, "What Happens Here, Disrupts HR Everywhere," invites attendees to step ins - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Wed, 21 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/disrupthr-des-moines-90/200030482006219 - **Venue**: The Shop DSM - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy80MDBkYWFlMzM2ZWVkOTE0YTk4ZTFlZWI1ZjQ1OTI2NjdmMjRjMGZkZTk1YzEwNGE0MWZlYWFjNjc0MGI3ZGE5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQxMjYzOQ.avif - **Categories**: contests - **Event Name**: Global Fellowship Dinner - **Description**: Some of the most meaningful ministry happens around the table. Food creates connection and a table offers opportunity to gather, to share, to grow, and to build meaningful relationships. This October, join our global brothers and sisters in Christ at the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Mon, 05 Oct at 04:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/global-fellowship-dinner/200030377020055 - **Venue**: Lutheran Church of Hope - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9kYWY3OWY2MzFmZmZkZTMzMmRjYjAyNTYyZGRhZTk3ODg1NjRjOWEwZDZkZjkzNTk3NzRhM2QwNDkxZDc1ZTM5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzc4Nzg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQzNzIxNg.avif - **Event Name**: Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2026 - **Description**: On Saturday, October 10th, Valley Church will serve as the Des Moines area host site for the Legacy Grandparenting Summit, the only national conference on Christian grandparenting. Valley is joined by many local churches united in purpose to encourage, in - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 09:00 am – Sat, 10 Oct at 04:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/legacy-grandparenting-summit-2026/200030402519515 - **Venue**: 4343 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80MDM0MTM1Y2Y1N2JmYjlhZWQ2MWVkNWJmNjE0MWIyMmFiMzkwMzg0ZGIxYmIyYTBjM2RmMDNhM2MzZWU4NzFhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y5ZmFkMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTI2MjM4Mg.avif - **Categories**: business, conferences - **Event Name**: 25th Annual Preventing Childhood Injury Conference - **Description**: Celebrate 25 years of education, collaboration and injury prevention at this year's Preventing Childhood Injury Conference💚 Date Tuesday, October 6th Location Iowa Methodist Medical Center Education & Research Center (ERC) Virginia Thompson Auditor - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Tue, 06 Oct at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/25th-annual-preventing-childhood-injury-conference/200030402026701 - **Venue**: 1415 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309-3203, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85YTY4ZTFkZmQwYTM2YTEyZmE1NTVjZWM1Y2JkYWU0NjFlNmIwMjYxOGQ0YmU0NzkwNjhhYTE5NjY4ZjFkMGVjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc1Ni1kYzA4NTg5OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkwNTg1Nw.avif - **Categories**: business, health-wellness, conferences - **Event Name**: Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists - **Description**: The cost to attend is $99. Attend in person or online. Continuing education credit will be available. Learn more and register - https://cme.dmu.edu/pnp-2026 TOPICS - Benzodiazepine Addiction and Management - Decision-Making Capacity - Pediatric Autism - - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Fri, 16 Oct at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/psychiatry-for-non-psychiatrists/200030424561926 - **Venue**: 3200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312-4104, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvN2M5ZmQzYTA3MDMzNmNlNjExOTQ5NzkyYzk2MzkzOTMyODUzNDBlOGY0ZGExNjBmMTJhYmY0ZjBlMDcwNTBjNC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg4MDAtZGMwODY4NjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYwMjQ5Nzg.avif - **Event Name**: AARP Fraud Watch Network Update with Neil Shultz August 11 at the Des Moines Izaak Walton League - **Description**: RESCHEDULED: AARP's Neil Shultz will be at The Des Moines Izaak League Tuesday, August 11, 6:45 pm, with an update on the latest scams and how to avoid them! 4343 George Flagg Pkwy (Flagg & Park), Des Moines 50321. Learn how to protect yourself and yo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Tue, 11 Aug at 05:00 pm – Tue, 11 Aug at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/aarp-fraud-watch-network-update-with-neil-shultz-august-11-at-the-des-moines-izaak-walton-league/200030449697037 - **Venue**: The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9kOGIzM2ZhOGVmNTg2MTg3YWM0MzIzMzA0MzU0MzYxZTEyMTFlMTM1NGJiYTI0ZmFkMGZjNmI0MDZiMDc3Nzk3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZTg4OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUxNzA2Mg.avif - **Event Name**: Iowa Trial Lawyers Boot Camp Seminar - **Description**: Throughout the event, attendees can expect to gain first-hand insights, knowledge, and techniques from some of Iowa's best attorneys. We'll cover the basics, and teach you how to perfect them. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 01 Oct at 09:00 am – Fri, 02 Oct at 11:45 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/iowa-trial-lawyers-boot-camp-seminar/200030357099239 - **Venue**: Raccoon River Nature Lodge - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9lN2VlYzJjZjM3NjdkMGQ3Mjg4YjQ5YjIxYWFmYTQ1MTM1NDRhMzE5MzE2ZTM2MWIwYzJmMTgxODFkNTY4NWViLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk4OTAxNA.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Casino Marketing Boot Camp - Direct Marketing - **Description**: Make every list, offer, and dollar work harder. Two focused days for a 360° view of casino direct marketing: smarter segmentation, offer math, omnichannel orchestration, creative & compliance, and the measurement leaders actually use. Expect framewor - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Mon, 24 Aug at 09:00 am – Tue, 25 Aug at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/casino-marketing-boot-camp-direct-marketing/200030318342540 - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown (Des Moines, Iowa) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZmY2N2RhNTg4MWFlYTAwODYzNTM3ZWNlYzg2OTM0ZjE1M2JmOGUxOTkzN2ExMjgxMGNmZTdlMjdjMmZjNGQ0Zi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NTA0ODg.avif - **Event Name**: MCL General Meeting - **Description**: Dinner @ 1830 - Free Will Donation appreciated Joint Detachment / Auxiliary Meetings @ 1915 Separate Meetings @ 1930 Enjoy the Esprit de Corps with fellow Marines & FMF Corpsmen AMVETS Post 2 2818 5th Avenue Des Moines, IA 50313 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Wed, 05 Aug – Wed, 02 Sep (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/mcl-general-meeting/200030402024235 - **Venue**: 2818 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81Y2QzYmFmYTNlY2FmZWI4ZTdiODA3ZjMxNTg4YjM5MDNkODJmMzgzYTUxYWRmOWNmNjYyZTU4ODRmYTkzY2JiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg1MS1kYzE1MTcxNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM2Mjk2Ng.avif - **Categories**: meetups, nonprofit - **Event Name**: October Monthly Planning Meeting - **Description**: Join us for our monthly planning meeting. Watch for the agenda as the event gets closer. All are invited to attend but you must be a representative member to vote at meetings. See our website for more information: https://www.capitalbears.org/membership - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun, 18 Oct at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/october-monthly-planning-meeting/200030341037052 - **Venue**: Mickle Center - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=October+Monthly+Planning+Meeting&date=Sun%2C+18+Oct+at+11%3A00+am&bg=3 - **Categories**: meetups - [View all Conferences in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/conferences) ## Meetups in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Leonid & Friends - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsLeonid & Friends has 50 upcoming events.Ticket LimitPlease note: There is a ticket limit of 8 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.Seatmaphttps://ma - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 07:30 pm – Fri, 09 Oct at 09:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/leonid-and-friends/210003194634739 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8yN2ZhOWYwNGQwMzgwNTAyN2YwMmI2YTE0YTA0Yzg3OTBiMTc1YWFmNmVjZDJiMGI3ODc1OTdlNGZjMWFmZWNlLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzE4MDgxOS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3Njk2NDk4ODY.avif - **Categories**: Music - **Event Name**: Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night - **Description**: Join The Rook Room and Capital City Pride for Prism Tabletop Club, a twice-monthly LGBTQ+ board gaming meetup group celebrating the diversity in the gaming community. We'll be hanging out at our space, Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe, from 5:00 PM to 10 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 05:00 pm – Sun, 16 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/prism-tabletop-club-lgbtq-game-night/200030453452854 - **Venue**: Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy83NWFkZjI1NmNiNzUzZGRkM2MwY2EyYTQ4YmVmYWIyYjhkMzhmYmI3NGRhYWI3YzA1YTRhZmFlNDFmNjZhOGM0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYxNjY0Mg.avif - **Categories**: Meetups - **Event Name**: Beagle Meetup - **Description**: Calling All Beagles, Let's Meetup! 🐾 It's time for a Beagle Meetup at Paws & Pints! Join us on Sunday, August 9 for an afternoon of tail wags, new friends, and off-leash fun. Bring your Beagle or Beagle mix and enjoy a FREE day pass while your pup p - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sun, 09 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/beagle-meetup/200030501876039 - **Venue**: Paws and Pints - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvM2ZlMzQxZjBhOGI4OTAxMzNkNDhjYjNmZDEyMmNmMjQzOTY0YzEwNjE4NmZmMGUyNmNkN2ZiZDZjYjg1MGNjNy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGM4OGI4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NjE2Nzk.avif - **Categories**: meetups, dog - **Event Name**: IowaLUG @ Blank Park Zoo's Zoo Brew - **Description**: Members of IowaLUG will be at Zoo Brew all summer, providing several tables of sets to build and loose brick to create with. Stop by, say hi, and enjoy some relaxing time with us making amazing LEGO creations. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Wed, 12 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowalug-blank-park-zoos-zoo-brew/200030185840334 - **Venue**: Blank Park Zoo - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kMDRlZTYwZGUzMTE5NWRlMDM2NTVkZWI2NThlZGY1ZmVmZjMyMmYyNzAzM2E3YTIwNmMxMWY1Y2VjNjdmMGQwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kY2FkYmFjMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDU0OTU5Mw.avif - **Event Name**: 1927 — WE GO PUBLIC! - **Description**: “One thing I ask of the Lord, this only do I seek: to dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on His beauty and to seek Him in His temple.” (Psalm 27:4) This is what we’re building toward — not a launch, but a dwelling place. A pe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/1927-—-we-go-public/200030482964037 - **Venue**: Franklin Jr High Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mNDA3MWIxNjEwZDFjZWVmNWNmYjVhZDJiYjgxYTNhNTk3Mjg4OWViMzA5YTI2ZThiZDUxZTkzY2RlY2ZiNjdhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzg4ODg5OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQzNjIzNw.avif - **Event Name**: Filipino American Society Annual Gala - **Description**: Join us for an elegant evening celebrating our culture, community, and the people who make our organization strong. This formal red carpet event will feature a sit-down dinner, special recognitions, entertainment, and an opportunity to come together in th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 111 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 05:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/filipino-american-society-annual-gala/200028882814935 - **Venue**: Sheraton West Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy85MzdmZWRiYWM4ODJjODQzMTMxMzZjYmI3NTEwY2I2MzA1N2Y3MmNkNTdhZDI4YjBhYjk0ODgwYWY1MjczZjY0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA0MDQwMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE0MzYzOQ.avif - **Event Name**: August Meet Up - **Description**: 🎉 Join Us for a Night of Connection and Community! 🧠💡 Discover the heart of our mission and how YOU can make a difference in your community — all while hanging out with our members and alumni! Whether you're a long-time supporter or just curious, this is - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/august-meet-up/200030294973952 - **Venue**: Smash Park Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hMTk4OWE2MTA2NTFjYTM1ZGJmNGQ5OTk2OGQ1OTI0ZDBkNjUwZDQ0ZWZmYjhlNmE5NjY5OGQ1NmM4YjgxNWNiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4ZThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MDk4MA.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, meetups - **Event Name**: September Mixer - **Description**: Kick off the school year with the Chamber at our September Mixer hosted by Des Moines Ballet! Join Chamber board members, committee leaders, members, and prospective members for an evening of networking, meaningful connections, as we celebrate community a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Tue, 22 Sep at 05:00 pm – Tue, 22 Sep at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/september-mixer/200030468538634 - **Venue**: Ballet Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xYjljODM5ZGFlY2E0Y2I4M2Q0N2Q2OThlMDk1OGRlYjkxOTk4YTYzMzJjN2UxY2ZhMjQwY2E4MzJkYWU4OTE3LXJpbWctdzgwMC1oODAwLWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MTg1Nzk0.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Weekly Meeting and Fighter Practice - **Description**: We welcome everyone, new and long-term members, to our weekly meeting and fighter practice for both armored and steel combat. This will be the last practice outdoors for the summer. Garb (historic clothing) not required. If you have projects to work on - **Date**: Mon, 28 Sep at 05:30 pm – Mon, 28 Sep at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/weekly-meeting-and-fighter-practice/200030509775130 - **Venue**: Beaverdale Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9jNTg0NjA5MGViODg0NWFlZDNhNGM3NzA0NGZkNmE4NGM5YzVlNTg0ODY2YzQyZWZjNjZkYTBhMzU0OTkzYTA4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYxMi1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg5Mzg1MA.avif - **Categories**: Meetups - **Event Name**: The Ubuntu Monthly Community Meeting - **Description**: The Ubuntu Monthly Community Meeting is a community-centered gathering hosted by Genesis Youth Foundation that brings together parents, youth, educators, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and local businesses to connect, collaborate, - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-ubuntu-monthly-community-meeting/200030204811726 - **Venue**: 2500 University Avenue , Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jZDlhYWZkNjBhOWY5NTU3ZjIzZjY3YzZhZTdiZjVkMGRlNjI2OGRjNGQ2ZTg0Y2I2YTk2OWNmNmQwZWYyNDlmLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDQzMy1kYzE1MDYzMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTczNTc3Mg.avif - **Categories**: meetups, business, summer-camps - **Event Name**: Ironside Puzzle Night - **Description**: What: Jigsaw Puzzles. Date: Second Thursday of Every Month Time: 6:00PM-9:00PM (Closing time is 10PM so later is fine too) Where: Ironside Axe Club Lobby We will meet to put together Jigsaw Puzzles on the Second Thursday of every month. We will have a ro - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/ironside-puzzle-night/200030239899415 - **Venue**: 2700 University Ave, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9lZDY5MmVmNzZmYjkxYTA3Yzg3MDMzNjVjMDBkNmVlYTQ2MDc0NThkNTljMTBlYWQxZjcwMDYzOGJmODZmYmFjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kY2VjYTE0Zi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzAzNDM0NA.avif - **Categories**: kids - **Event Name**: Loop After Hours - **Description**: Introducing Loop After Hours 🍻 We're excited to launch a brand-new monthly meetup designed to make connecting even easier. Starting September 9, join us on the second Wednesday of every month at Big Grove Brewery from 5:30–7:30 PM. The best part? Loop - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Wed, 09 Sep at 05:30 pm – Wed, 09 Sep at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/loop-after-hours/200030306670154 - **Venue**: 555 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50309-3349, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kYWI1ZTdiMjA0ODMyYTZjMWE4YWE3YWQzMjI2NDkzOWExNWY2MWQ1MzdmMGNjZWQ4YTE5NDczNzMwMDVhMzY4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTAyNg.avif - **Categories**: meetups, calendar - **Event Name**: Queer Grief Circle with Rosemary Raven Hearth - **Description**: Join us for our new event series in collaboration with Rosemary Raven Hearth - a monthly queer grief circle. This circle started with a question someone asked at a Death Cafe that was hosted at the Franklin Library: Is there a place Queer folks can go to - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/queer-grief-circle-with-rosemary-raven-hearth/200030178715533 - **Venue**: 315 5th St, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85MDMzYzc1ZDFiMDhiNTVmM2ZhMzRjOGVlNzQ2NWYyZmU4NTYxNTI1YWJjNDQ5N2E4NzY5NmNlMzhkM2E4MGY4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2ZkZmFmNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MjAyNDczMg.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: CIBS Membership Meeting - **Description**: CIBS members that attend the membership meeting are eligible to win door prizes at the end of the meeting… prizes such as tickets to a blues show, CDs, DVDs, Books, etc. Enjoy some live music after the meeting! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 24 - **Date**: Mon, 09 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/cibs-membership-meeting/200029357307207 - **Venue**: Confluence Brewing Company - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9iYjZiNGU3NjI1ZTg5MjhjYTdlY2NkMmNhMjlkMWQ3M2JlYjgwZDRlZmU0ZDMwN2M4YzFlNzY2YzliNDdmMWQ5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcxOC1kYzE3N2NiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM1MzAxNA.avif - **Categories**: meetups, music, live-music, entertainment - **Event Name**: The Big 30!!! - **Description**: Come out to reconnect anytime from 4 to 9 or later. Captain Roy's will have Brother Trucker play from 6 to 9. They have indoor space in case of rain and will also have their outdoor bar set up. Bring your guests and anyone from other NHS 90s classes to jo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 43 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-big-30/200030256684242 - **Venue**: Captain Roy's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9jNTYwOTU2YzliYzZhYzlmNzJlMWE3MzMwZmViYzNhMTgwYmI4MWU1MWZlN2NjYTJjYjFiMjFlNTA2MTVkNjQ0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU4NC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY1ODc1OQ.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: English With Friends - **Description**: English with Friends is an in-person, 1 hr community gathering on Fridays at the West Des Moines Library from 10-11AM. Gatherings consist of practicing English and understanding English, using everyday expressions and phrases to help our neighbors better - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/english-with-friends/200030285083455 - **Venue**: West Des Moines Public Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jNjQ1OWY4NDMzOWE0ZmVkOWEwOWViZWUwMDU1NjI4ZDJhYWUzNDkwMTc5NWY5ZTA0YmYwMTljMjI4NzI5ODYzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNmNGViZDAtZ21pcj92PTE3ODIxNDg5NzQ.avif - **Event Name**: Valley Sisterhood - Scrap & Chat - **Description**: Print the photos, bring the memories 📸 Join the Valley Sisterhood for a laid-back night of scrapbooking and good conversation. No pressure—just come, create, and enjoy No supplies? No problem! We will have a starter kit for anyone who needs it! The Sist - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Thu, 20 Aug at 06:30 pm – Thu, 20 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/valley-sisterhood-scrap-and-chat/200030301597914 - **Venue**: 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265-5303, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wNGIyZWUxMzQxY2M3MjhjOGQ2ZDA3NGZiMTQzNDA4N2Y5NTRiODA1MDdmODE1NTQ2NmVhNjA0YzY2ZjE0MzQxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzg4YzhhOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MDk1OA.avif - **Event Name**: Metro West Kiwanis Bi-Monthly Meetings - **Description**: Metro West Kiwanis meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 12pm to 1pm at the Polk County West Side Senior Center in the meeting room. Lunch is served at the center fro $5 and RSVPs are requested. RSVP by emailing Jan Burch, Co-President, at bu - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Tue, 18 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/metro-west-kiwanis-bi-monthly-meetings/200030084175839 - **Venue**: Polk County West Side Senior Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9kNjEzMjk0MzI2NTljMGFkZGEwMzBiN2RiNGQwN2M5NWJhYmM3M2ExMTJjNzc3ZGNiMzgyN2Q2ZWQ2ZmMzODBkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzE2MTYxOS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDAyMzM5OQ.avif - **Categories**: Meetups - **Event Name**: August Monthly Planning Meeting - **Description**: Join us for our monthly planning meeting. Watch for the agenda as the event gets closer. All are invited to attend but you must be a representative member to vote at meetings. See our website for more information: https://www.capitalbears.org/membership - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/august-monthly-planning-meeting/200030059321823 - **Venue**: Mickle Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy85OWIyYTYwMzAxN2Y4OTBiNmE4MmZhMDgyZDNjMGVkNjM3MjBjZjU1ODBiMGZiZDI1MjI2MGZlNDE5YzQxZTQ4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY4ODM5MQ.avif - **Categories**: meetups - **Event Name**: Taps & Tags - a local vocal social - **Description**: Calling all vocalists, musicians, and enjoyers of music!! Our Taps & Tags social takes place on the 3rd Monday of every month at 7:30 PM at the Westown Tap (formerly The Keg Stand) in West Des Moines 🍻🎶 Come hang out and listen, or join in singing - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Mon, 21 Sep at 07:30 pm – Mon, 21 Sep at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/taps-and-tags-a-local-vocal-social/200030382024927 - **Venue**: Westown Tap - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kMmY4ZDE5YTUwYmE2YzM0NWU1YWU3NjA3MDY5MTJjOWMzYzM1YzUyMDYyZDQzNmM1ZmI0MGYxMmRiYTIwMDRkLXJpbWctdzk2MC1oNjE1LWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0MDE4MTg5.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Review Board for Reign 34 - **Description**: Interested in becoming a Monarch or joining the Board of Directors for Reign 34 of the Imperial Court of Iowa? Visit our website for application details. Applications are accepted until August 9th. The Review Board meets at the Garden Restaurant and Show - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/review-board-for-reign-34/200030318342239 - **Venue**: The Garden - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84OWNhNWIwNmE5NmVhZTQyN2RkNjhiMmFkNTU1ZTZmNGFmODA1NTRkYjk5MDQ1YTczYTA1MDBiN2I1ZWM4YTkxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzA4MjgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTAxOA.avif - [View all Meetups in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/meetups) ## Comedy in Des Moines - **Event Name**: The Best of Steve Martin and Martin Short at Des Moines Civic Center - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sun, 11 Oct at 07:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-best-of-steve-martin-and-martin-short-at-des-moines-civic-center/2400029688965403 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wMjE0Mzc5MC05MDBkLTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTUwLWRjZjhjODY4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTg1MjA5Ng.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests - **Event Name**: Steve Martin & Martin Short Tickets - **Description**: Steve Martin & Martin Short are legendary comedians known for their sharp wit, musical talent, and decades-long friendship. Both rose to fame through stand-up, film, and television, and later teamed up for successful comedy tours and the hit series *O - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun, 11 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/steve-martin-and-martin-short-tickets/200030402026802 - **Venue**: Des Moines IA USA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9lZWYzMmRlZDVkMWUyYzBkMzk3MjA5N2JmYTY0ZmNhNzQ3MTMxOWUxM2JiZGM1ZWYyZWE3NGFmMmE0NTU1OGYzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY1MC1kYzU4NTg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAxNDA3NA.avif - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, live-music - **Event Name**: Bluebird Improv - **Description**: Bluebird is a collection of legendary comedians, who tour the world, performing shows that are fully improvised, once in a lifetime experiences—each and every show. Made up of some of comedy’s most recognizable faces from TV and movies as well as some t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 25 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/bluebird-improv/200030381326832 - **Venue**: Temple Theater - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iY2I3YmViOTcxODRiZTM2YzBmY2ExN2I5NjlhZWY1YzA0YjgxNDdjNTI5ZDE4M2UwY2IyZDBkN2VmZTMyZWQyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzI4ZDhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDgxNw.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, comedy, performances - **Event Name**: Jane Don't Does America- Des Moines - **Description**: Get ready for a chaotic and hilarious night as Jane Don’t (breakout star of RuPaul’s Drag Race) hits the stage with her signature unhinged humor and sharp wit. Expect wild drag numbers, plenty of audience shenanigans, and moments that could go completely - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 258 - **Date**: Thu, 10 Sep at 07:00 pm – Thu, 10 Sep at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/jane-dont-does-america-des-moines/200030231330637 - **Venue**: Des Moines Funny Bone - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy83MGRmNGU5NDM4ZWZkMDNkODRhNTQxNzQwZjg2ZTEzODdjOWZjN2UwYjQ2MTYzMjdiZTFlMzhlZWU4ODk4OTYxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc1Mi1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQyNDQ1MQ.avif - **Categories**: Sports - **Event Name**: Rocky Dale Davis Tickets - **Description**: Quick wit and relatable humor from Rocky Dale Davis bringing nonstop laughs 🎤 Sharp punchlines, everyday comedy, and vibes that keep the crowd smiling. #RockyDaleDavis #StandUpComedy #ComedyNight #LaughOutLoud #ComedyVibes #Entertainment #TrendingNow #Goo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/rocky-dale-davis-tickets/200030196652832 - **Venue**: Funny Bone Comedy Club - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvN2UyN2FhZGIzYTM3MmU0MzM5ODNmODcyNzM5ODE5NDkyODNmOTI1OTY3YTkxNTA1M2U4YjQ3NWU0OTU5YTIzMy1yaW1nLXc2NTAtaDQzMy1kYzA4NDg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY0Mzk4NA.avif - **Categories**: comedy - **Event Name**: Naughty Nerds Cabaret presents: Wrong Answers Only - **Description**: Naughty Nerds Cabaret presents Wrong Answers Only A night of Nerdlesque so wrong it's right! SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm Ages 21+ ___________________________ The Naughty Nerds are back with a night of nerdlesque full of only their - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 47 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/naughty-nerds-cabaret-presents-wrong-answers-only/200030256685804 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy80MmYzMTg1MGEwMTMyMWExODhiZjQxYjExOGU4MjI0YzFkY2Y1ZTdiMWIyOWJjMTQ3MTZmODBhN2RmN2Q2MjlmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzQ4NDNmZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTI4NDE2Mw.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Dinner Detective Des Moines September 19th Public Show - **Description**: Hello Future Fellow Sleuths! We are excited to welcome you to a night full of mystery, intrigue, comedy, and laughter. The Dinner Detective is an interactive true crime dinner experience set in present day and based on real cold cases. Feast on a fantast - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 06:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dinner-detective-des-moines-september-19th-public-show/200030490489705 - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown (Des Moines, Iowa) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy83NWRhZGEzMjkzYWQ5YmNlYzIxNDU4MjFiZDQ5YjU2NzE1NjcyNmNhM2UwYWNmZGYzMDkxOWMwNzMxYjZmNjI4LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGMxODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU1NjUzODU.avif - **Categories**: comedy - **Event Name**: Corey B Tickets - **Description**: Corey B brings his viral personality and crowd-driven energy to the stage for a fun, unpredictable live experience. Known for his high-energy style and engaging presence, the show is packed with humor, audience interaction, and moments that keep the entir - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/corey-b-tickets/200030325491237 - **Venue**: Des Moines Funny Bone - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9lMzZmZjQyZmJhY2MwZDg4MDkyYjVhMzVmYTNkMjkzMDBmZjk1ODI4MjRhNjA4N2E4YmE2ZTFkNzMxNTFhODJkLXJpbWctdzY0MC1oNDI3LWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1ODY0NzUx.avif - **Event Name**: Kristin Key Live West Des Moines! - **Description**: Come see Kristin Key LIVE at the Funny Bone Comedy Club in West Des Moines, IA! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 101 - **Date**: Sat, 24 Oct (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/kristin-key-live-west-des-moines/200029903110954 - **Venue**: Des Moines Funny Bone - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9iZTdhMjIzMWYxNzM5OGM5YjBkNjM5YzczMTZhZGY3OTMwZDRjY2U0ZmRjYjFkZjk3YzEzN2EyY2I5MGUyYTY2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ0NC1kYzQ1MDExZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA4Mjk4NA.avif - **Categories**: comedy - **Event Name**: Keith Alberstadt Tickets - **Description**: Keith Alberstadt delivers smart, laid-back comedy with sharp observations 😂 A witty, laugh-filled night packed with clever punchlines and dry humor. #KeithAlberstadt #StandUpComedy #ComedyNight #LiveLaughs #ComedyShow #ViralComedy - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/keith-alberstadt-tickets/200030084182957 - **Venue**: Des Moines Funny Bone - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvN2Q0ZjZkYzAzZDQ3OGI2MjAwMmQzNTQ4ODRmOThhMGI0ZmRmYTdkYWQ0YmJhNjk0MjJiMDQxZTRmYjk0YTM4Ni1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGMwODA4NTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0NTY0NjM.avif - **Categories**: comedy - **Event Name**: Pat McGann at Funny Bone - West Des Moines - **Description**: Pat McGann is heading to Funny Bone Comedy Club in West Des Moines, Iowa on Friday, September 11th and Saturday, September 12th! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri, 11 Sep at 07:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/pat-mcgann-at-funny-bone-west-des-moines/200030239910609 - **Venue**: Des Moines Funny Bone - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mOGY3NGI2NDAyNjY5MDQzNDg2ZDc2ZTM4Y2QwMGQwY2RkMWJjNGYwNDAzYjY5ZDkxNzU2MjdlNTRhMzI1NTMwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ1Ni1kYzA1MDUwNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE0Mzc1Mw.avif - **Categories**: comedy - **Event Name**: Jeff Allen - **Description**: "Jeff Allen tickets 🎟️ Experience the thrill of live entertainment with Jeff Allen! Whether it's a night out with friends or a moment you've waited for, this is your time to be part of something special. Find tickets now at FindTick and join the act - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu, 22 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/jeff-allen/200030453805755 - **Venue**: Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kZGRjMjRlNWM1NzAyZDA1ZmMzYzIwOWQzZDkxOGRhNmZjNDBkMThkOTM1NjMxZmNmNGJiNWQ4NDY5ZjhkZDdjLXJpbWctdzY0MC1oNDI3LWRjZDhkOGQ4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Njk0NzAx.avif - **Event Name**: The Doctors of Comedy - **Description**: xBk presents The Doctors of Comedy WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH Doors: 6pm | Show: 7pm Ages 18+ THIS IS AN ALL SEATED EVENT ___________________________ The Doctors of Comedy is a live stand-up comedy show featuring real doctors, scientists, researcher - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Wed, 04 Nov at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-doctors-of-comedy/200030421871916 - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy84YjY3NzdiZmQ2NTZkZDhmZmExNTU2YzM2MDA0NjBjYmJiMmNlY2U4NzZiODc1OGFkYmM5NTk2OWM1ZjlkY2VlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAxMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE1NTQwOQ.avif - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, science-fair - **Event Name**: The Glory Hole - Ware House Takeover - **Description**: The Glory Hole is back at The Garden Restaurant and Show Lounge. Tickets available through Venmo. $10 each @MorallyCasualComedy - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 61 - **Date**: Thu, 27 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-glory-hole-ware-house-takeover/200030381313436 - **Venue**: 525 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309-1921, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wYjVlY2Q1MjVlNzM2MDMzODAwNTJjM2NiYTI5OGFiY2YwNWMwNGUyYzdjMmQwNjIyM2ZiYWM1Yjk5NWVkYjJmLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDYwOC1kYzU4ODg4OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUyMjQwOA.avif - [View all Comedy in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/comedy) ## Exhibitions in Des Moines - **Event Name**: DOZER DAY - 2026 - **Description**: 🚜 DOZER DAY 2026 🚜 📍 Iowa State Fairgrounds 📅 September 19–20, 2026 Get ready… because Dozer Day 2026 is coming in BIG. Last year’s momentum was unreal — long lines of future operators, incredible volunteers, and families experiencing heavy equipment li - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5200 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 10:00 am – Sun, 20 Sep at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dozer-day-2026/200029786365205 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yN2ZhMjRhZGZkMjQ3YTA4Y2ZlYWRlYWIwNTY0MmRmNjFmYjhhMGViMTg3ZDRlNzQwMmJiNGI1MGExZTliOTJmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY3MzcxNg.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: FREE Iowa Home Expo, October 2026 - **Description**: FREE ADMISSION The Iowa Home Expo is taking place October 9-11, 2026 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds  – Jacobson Exhibition Center Why YOU Will Love the Home Expo • HUGE SAVINGS — Take advantage of exclu - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 12:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-iowa-home-expo-october-2026-tickets/80002997666276 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2OWM2ZDgwZDY5ZGNmLmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: business, exhibitions, art - **Event Name**: Des Moines Concours d’Elegance - **Description**: Head to downtown Des Moines on Sunday, Sept. 13 for the free Des Moines Concours d’Elegance at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Families can enjoy incredible vintage and classic vehicles, food trucks, interactive exhibits, LEGO displays, radio-controlled car - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 250 - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 10:00 am – Sun, 13 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-concours-delegance/200030254325900 - **Venue**: Pappajohn Sculpture Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy80NWY1NmI5OTU0M2FjYWNmNjQ2MzRhZmNlM2Q3ZGM5MDY5ZGNiM2YwNzYyN2EyZGZkNjgyYTNlMjJjOWQzOTAzLXJpbWctdzkwMC1oNDA3LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NjI3OTQ3.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities, entertainment, workshops, food-drinks, trips-adventures, kids, car-shows, sports - **Event Name**: FREE Iowa Home Expo March 2027 - **Description**: FREE ADMISSIONThe Iowa Home Expo is taking place March 12–14, 2027 in Des Moines, IA at the Iowa State Fairgrounds – Jacobson BuildingWhy YOU Will Love the Home Expo• HUGE SAVINGS — Take advantage of exclusive show - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun, 14 Mar at 12:00 pm – Sun, 14 Mar at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-iowa-home-expo-march-2027-tickets/80003353858680 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds – Jacobson Exhibition Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2YTRlOWU5Nzc4ZTE0LmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: workshops, exhibitions, conferences, business, art - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa Outdoor Expo Saturday, September 26 at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League: FREE Admission! - **Description**: Join us for the Iowa Outdoor Expo for Kids and Families, presented by the Des Moines Izaak Walton League! Don't miss out on a FREE fun filled day of Hands-On family adventures! Saturday, September 26 at The Des Moines Izaak Walton League, 4343 George Flag - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 24 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 10:00 am – Sat, 26 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-iowa-outdoor-expo-saturday-september-26-at-the-des-moines-izaak-walton-league-free-admission/200030449700156 - **Venue**: The Des Moines Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zODUyMjlmMDc1YTA5YmY0ZDliMTc1YzE0ZWIxMmFjMGFkMzZkNTYyN2Y1OTYxMDJlOGVlNWRmOGJkYzIzNzIwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUxMzE5Mg.avif - **Categories**: kids, business, exhibitions, sports, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Des Moines Comic, Card, & Toy Show - Free Event Oct 24 & 25 Merle Hay Mall - **Description**: Join us as we take over the Merle Hay Mall with all sorts of geeky goodness at this FREE event. Over 100 vendor/artist spots will be spread out from Target to the Kohls entrance for 1 weekend only. This event will be held during normal business hours. (Pl - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2455 - **Date**: Sat, 24 Oct at 10:00 am – Sun, 25 Oct at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-comic-card-and-toy-show-free-event-oct-24-and-25-merle-hay-mall/200029868218358 - **Venue**: Merle Hay Mall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81ZWZkZTE2Y2RkZTcxMzA0MjAxMGZjYjRjMjk0MmI4MWJlNjMxMzljOWYyYjdiODNjYzI2ZDgzMjQ1Y2M3MzU5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDY5NA.avif - **Categories**: art, pokemon - **Event Name**: Handmade Market - **Description**: Get ready to discover one-of-a-kind treasures at the Handmade Market, held at the Valley Junction Activity Center (217 5th Street in West Des Moines)! Join us from 5–8 PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, May through August, for an evening of local artistry - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug at 05:00 pm – Thu, 06 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/handmade-market/200030430461314 - **Venue**: Valley Junction Farmers Market - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy83MGVhMTBkYmYzMzlhOTE5MmYyYWNlOTc5OTY4ZTZmNjE3ZDgzZTYwMTI5ZmZhNWU4ZDNkNjNmMmQ0NmFhYjMwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk0MzA2Nw.avif - **Categories**: farmers-markets - **Event Name**: Domino Effect by Ingrid Ingrid - **Description**: THIS INSTALLATION WILL BE ON COWLES COMMONS AUG. 29-SEPT. 30 AS PART OF THE HY-VEE SUMMER ARTS SERIES. Co-Presented by Operation Downtown in partnership with the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Domino Effect by Ingrid Ingrid invites the public to ste - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 89 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/domino-effect-by-ingrid-ingrid/200030342588714 - **Venue**: Cowles Commons - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8xZThjODkxYjI3ZDEzYjExOWQ4NWFmYTU3ODgxODY1MTRiYzMyODVjZGU1NDI3ZTViOTA2YWE2MGU0YzkxZDNlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDY5Mw.avif - **Categories**: summer-camps, live-music, art - **Event Name**: Gabriel House Sessions-IT’S ALIVE! - **Description**: 🎃Kick off the Halloween season with a KILLER art show here at The Gabriel House sponsored by The Des Moines Historical Society! 🎃Enjoy unique local art, live music on the porch, and history of the gorgeous historic Gabriel House. What secrets will you d - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 127 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 01:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/gabriel-house-sessions-its-alive/200030358854510 - **Venue**: 1701 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8yOTFmYWIyYTYzNTJkMDMxYTNmM2U2Y2E2NzJiODlhMTVlZDkzOTA1ZjEwODIxNzhlNTVhM2M2YjJlZjYwZjg5LXJpbWctdzk2MC1oNTAyLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2MDI0NzQ2.avif - **Categories**: art, music, entertainment, performances, live-music, crafts, halloween - **Event Name**: Mid-Iowa Cactus & Succulent Display and Sale - **Description**: Discover a succulent paradise at the Mid-Iowa Cactus and Succulent Society’s (MICSS) annual Display and Sale, hosted by the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Immerse yourself in a stunning display of rare and unusual plants that will leave you awestruc - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 09:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/mid-iowa-cactus-and-succulent-display-and-sale/200030480450459 - **Venue**: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy81MzM1OTVkNzQ0N2ZlMDk1NzAxNDMwMDZlYjRiOGUwYzI3ZDNhMmVlMTU4YmI1YjhiMTYzMTdiYmQ2M2ZhMTU5LXJpbWctdzQ3My1oMjg1LWRjMmYyYzFiLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Mzg3Mjk4.avif - **Event Name**: Des Moines Fish Swap, May 23rd 2027 - **Description**: Event information: Date: Sunday, May 23rd, 2027 Time: Free Entry 12 noon - 3:00 pm 10$ Early Entry at 11:00 am- 11:45 am Early entrance wristbands will begin sales at ~10:30 am. Elwell Family Food Center Iowa State Fairgrounds 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moine - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 31 - **Date**: Sun, 23 May at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-fish-swap-may-23rd-2027/200030399814320 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair Elwell Family Food Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9mMmQ0OTBkNjYzNDkzOTNhYTc1YTRlZWYxMjI4YTNmZGE1ZGUzOWZhZWQyNThiNTJlZDdkOGM3MzAzZmEyMWRkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzYzNjI1ZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM0MjcxMQ.avif - **Event Name**: In the Loop - **Description**: Hurley & Dancers presents "In the Loop" at Des Moines DanzArts Studio, 2150 Delavan Drive, #8, WDM. We're experimenting with a gallery layout where people can walk around to enjoy our new creations! There will be munchies and a chance to make your own - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 25 - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug at 06:00 pm – Fri, 21 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/in-the-loop/200030157038600 - **Venue**: Des Moines DanzArts Studio - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy82ZjgzNjk2MjNjOGJhNTkzNjM2M2YyMDIxNDQ3NjMyYThlMjY1ZmVjZjlkMzVlMzhmN2ViMDBhNTJkYTZlMTI1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2NjI2ODU.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Pop-Up Art Show - **Description**: We're back during cooler weather this year. Just in time for holiday shopping. We have many new pieces and would love to see you again this year. There will be additional artists • $50 and under gift ideas • acrylic paintings • mixed-media art • ceramics - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 53 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 09:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/3rd-annual-pop-up-art-show/200030493489425 - **Venue**: 4800 Stonebridge Rd WDM 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iNWFhNTliYTEzMDdiNWQ0MGI1MWY3NGE5YTYzZGUzOGZjMWYzY2M2ZTg5MjYxZjIxYmQwNTkzZmFhMmU1NGQ2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyNjQtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2MjM2NjU.avif - **Categories**: art, pop-ups, crafts, shopping, holiday - **Event Name**: Grand View at the Iowa State Fair - **Description**: Grand View is back at the Iowa State Fair this year!! Join us for 10 days at our booth located in the Varied Industries Building! Volunteer slots are still open for you to join in on the fun. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4FABAA22A6FD0-64054931-20 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 36 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 08:00 am – Sun, 23 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/grand-view-at-the-iowa-state-fair/200030463375737 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy84MmY3NGRiYzMxNTZkNDc1NjY5M2EwMjJmY2E3NzIzZjBkMjc1ZjRiNTk5NzMxYTk1ODk3MGQzZDJkMzZlMGFkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyNy1kY2Q4ZDhkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc2MzczMw.avif - [View all Exhibitions in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/exhibitions) ## Performances in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center - **Date**: Wed, 02 Sep at 07:30 pm – Sun, 20 Sep at 01:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wicked-at-des-moines-civic-center/2400027966581944 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wNjc4YWRlMC0zY2Q4LTExZjAtYWY5NS03M2E1MTFlOTM1OTItcmltZy13MTAyNC1oMTAyNC1kYzA0MDYwNi1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3NDg1NTU4OTc.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Ringling Bros. And Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - **Description**: RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY® THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH® RETURNS TO DES MOINES THIS OCTOBER AFTER 11 YEAR HIATUS! Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and reimagined for a new generation, bringin - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 37 - **Date**: Thu, 01 Oct at 07:00 pm – Thu, 01 Oct at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ringling-bros-and-barnum-and-bailey-presents-the-greatest-show-on-earth/200030203460655 - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy83OWQ5ZTRmMmIzZjVjMGE2NTI1NTM4OGY4MWVhN2I4NTU5ODI3NDNhMTI5YjdmMGJmMmVkNDJhZWRkZWI3ZDgzLXJpbWctdzgyMC1oNDYyLWRjMDcwNTE0LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Mjk3ODU3.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, dance, sports, art - **Event Name**: Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen - **Description**: Welcome to Hell’s Kitchen, the hit musical from 17-time Grammy Award-winning Alicia Keys – inspired by her life, her music, and her community. Your journey begins with Ali, a 17-year-old girl full of fire, searching for freedom, passion, and her place - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 15 - **Date**: Tue, 27 Jul at 07:30 pm – Tue, 27 Jul at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/alicia-keys-hells-kitchen/200029988397804 - **Venue**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy84MTcxZmRjY2RmMzI5NzM4MzQ1MmJlMTQxMjIyMzk4OGQwY2QzZWRkZWUwMGFjZjY3MGE2ZjQ2YjUzYzIzYjgzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzAzMDMwNC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTI3OTI4MA.avif - **Categories**: live-music, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Mamma Mia! - Des Moines - **Description**: Mamma Mia! tickets 🎟️ There's nothing like the energy of a live event — and Mamma Mia! is bringing it! Whether it's on the field, on stage, or on tour, this is your chance to be part of the moment. Get your tickets now at Stubjet before they sell ou - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun, 09 May at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/mamma-mia-des-moines/200030060958343 - **Venue**: Des Moines Performing Arts - DMPA - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Mamma+Mia%21+-+Des+Moines&date=Sun%2C+09+May+at+06%3A30+pm&bg=4 - **Event Name**: Hans Kim - **Description**: "Hans Kim tickets 🎟️ Experience the thrill of live entertainment with Hans Kim! Whether it's a night out with friends or a moment you've waited for, this is your time to be part of something special. Find tickets now at FindTick and join the actio - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/hans-kim/200030474236406 - **Venue**: Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines West Des Moines Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81NzdjMzA4NWU2ODViZGVkY2FlMzliMTA5NDg5Njc1OWY1ZWQ5OGNhMzY0NmQ0MzZiNTk0YTE5OGVjYTI4ODljLXJpbWctdzU1MS1oMjU0LWRjMTQxNzFjLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MjkwNTg1.avif - **Event Name**: Anne of Green Gables - **Description**: Season tickets now on sale. Single tickets on sale in late July. Wide-eyed, talkative orphan Anne Shirley arrives on Prince Edward Island to the surprise of Matthew Cuthbert and his sister, Marilla, who were expecting a boy to help on the farm. But Anne - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Fri, 05 Mar at 07:00 pm – Fri, 05 Mar at 08:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/anne-of-green-gables/200029868532557 - **Venue**: 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wNjQ0NTgzNjNjOGY1ZjJiNTkwMmRkMmEwYjMwYWY5YzRhNmYxMzNjYzk1NzMwYWE2NzYzMDYyMDM3N2MxOTc5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY4MC1kYzU4Nzg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUwNzk4Nw.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre, live-music - **Event Name**: Coronation 34 - In-State Show - **Description**: Join Empress Eva, Empress Eudora, and their Royal Family as they start the weekend of celebrating their year of fundraising and community service. This year’s In-State show will be held at the Garden Restaurant and Show Bar. Doors open at 6:00 pm and th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Thu, 24 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/coronation-34-in-state-show/200029984560308 - **Venue**: The Garden - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9hOGUwNWIwMmUyZjAxMjIyMWU5MmJiYTg5NjQ3MTViZjc2NmY2NTc1NDhlYTNmNzcxZWI4NTg5YzBmYzExMTc4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4NDI3Nw.avif - **Categories**: coronation-weekend, performances, entertainment, charities - **Event Name**: Little Slam on the Prairie 2 - **Description**: For Immediate Release Little Slam on the Prairie II Returns December 12, 2026 at the Des Moines Art Center The Uplifting Puppet Co. is proud to present the return of Little Slam on the Prairie II on Saturday, December 12, 2026, hosted this year at the D - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Dec at 01:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/little-slam-on-the-prairie-2/200030413739717 - **Venue**: Des Moines Art Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yZGE5ZjI0NjRlYmVmNTAwZmY3N2NiYWE0MTdkNjFmOTU5YWFmNGU0NmEwM2NmZDY3MzUwMTNiOTNiNjY2ZGUzLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4MzQ5NDI.avif - **Categories**: art, entertainment, music, theatre, performances, comedy, storytelling - **Event Name**: The Dueling Pianos of Mike & Andy - **Description**: Performance Schedule: Jan 15 & 16 2027 Dining - 5:30pm / Show - 7:30pm Since 2008, the entertaining duo of Andy Anderson & Mike Leeds have been traveling the Midwest performing their high-energy, engaging dueling piano routine for audiences of al - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 37 - **Date**: Fri, 15 Jan at 05:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-dueling-pianos-of-mike-and-andy/200030421869703 - **Venue**: 3711 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iZDMxNTgyNDBiNjk0ODMyNWQzYjk1YmRlYjBhYTRmMGMyZTFhZDMxOGVhNGY2ZWNkOWFlOGQwNzhkZGJkNTcxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTczMDYxOA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, live-music - **Event Name**: Circus Bride - **Description**: Circus Bride Are you ready for fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, and miracles? Try to stay awake for this one... Join us this September at Cirque Wonderland for a narrative-driven student show! Circus Brid - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 43 - **Date**: Fri, 18 Sep – Sat, 19 Sep (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/circus-bride/200030454300940 - **Venue**: 105 S 11th st, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNTk3ODZhZThlM2U2OTJjYTBmMDkzODA2YmFkY2EzMDgzODE1ZmRiODA5NGQ4ZDYzNDAwYTdmMTBkM2I3ODFkNS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGNmODE4YTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2MjAzNTA.avif - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit, art - **Event Name**: Playing the Classics - **Description**: Hat 🎩 Trick is making their debut at the DSM Fraternal Eagles! So excited to be rockin the classics! This is an open to the public event! Hope to see some regulars and meet lots of new friends too! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 33 - **Date**: Sat, 17 Oct at 07:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/playing-the-classics/200030280135706 - **Venue**: Des Moines Fraternal Order of Eagles 109 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9lMjgwNjM2ZDc1YWQzNTFhZjMxYzRhMmZkYjcwODU4MzBlZDY1M2UyZmVlMmIzMGUzYzg4Mjk0ZmQ1OTgxNzBkLXJpbWctdzYwNC1oNTYxLWRjMTgxODE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzUzMDUw.avif - **Event Name**: The Remedy At The Croatian Slavic Center - **Description**: . - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 29 - **Date**: Sat, 05 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-remedy-at-the-croatian-slavic-center/200030306645556 - **Venue**: Croatian Slavic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lNWFiY2FlODE2NWUxZTVmZTUwZTM4MmQxNmNlNGM1NWM4OGM3MjQ3MzMzMWJjMWVmMzMzNTcyNTgzZTYxM2YzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzE4MDgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDcyOA.avif - **Event Name**: My first show! - **Description**: First show, hope to see you all there! Message me for tickets! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Sun, 16 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/my-first-show/200030306650823 - **Venue**: Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy81ZjJhYTg3YWRhMTY2M2JjYTM2MTY0OGMwZmEzYWEyYWIxZjI2ZGE2ZDcxNGMzZDUxNzQ5ODc4NDJlNDlmYWUyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTItZGMxODE4MTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2NDg0NTc.avif - [View all Performances in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/performances) ## Books in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Special Author Event - Liane Moriarty - **Description**: Beaverdale Books is proud to present a special event with bestselling author Liane Moriarty. Ticket price includes: admission for one person + a copy of her newest book + personalized book signing with the author! This is the novel fans have been waitin - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 03:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/special-author-event-liane-moriarty/200030306636856 - **Venue**: Franklin Jr High Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy81YmJiYjUxMGQzYmJjMzVmNDZiNDEzNWRmM2I5ZWYyZGJhZTQwNThhYmM1ZjIzMDYyMjJmZmM4MGE5MWMyNTVhLXJpbWctdzk0MC1oNzg4LWRjYjhjOGM4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2MDE5ODYw.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, theatre, performances, entertainment, kids - **Event Name**: Fall Author Series: Eloisa James - **Description**: The Fall Author Series is back for a fourth year! Meet Eloisa James on Tuesday, September 15 at Central Library. New York Times bestselling author and Shakespeare professor Eloisa James has written more than 30 historical romances in 28 languages, with - **Date**: Tue, 15 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/fall-author-series-eloisa-james/200030486349143 - **Venue**: 1000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy85NWEyZTllZGFkZjFiZjQxMWRlZTZjZjQyYzBjMjE5YmQ3ZWZhZTg5OGYyYjJjNDczN2ZkYzc4NzcyNzk4NjRkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ4NzU0Mw.avif - **Categories**: Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Kevin James Thornton - Book Reading Show at Funny Bone - Des Moines - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/kevin-james-thornton-book-reading-show-at-funny-bone-des-moines/2400030024185823 - **Venue**: Funny Bone - Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jMjU0ZmMyMC04Yjc1LTExZjEtODg3Zi1jZjNhMWVjMjBjNzAtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMDIwMTAyLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTM0NzMzMQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: The Storyteller's Market - **Description**: A One-Day Local Author Book Event Step into a world of imagination and discover your next favorite read at The Storyteller's Market! Join us for a day celebrating local and independent authors from a variety of genres, including Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Mystery - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 45 - **Date**: Sat, 17 Oct at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-storytellers-market/200030408065349 - **Venue**: 3800 Merle Hay Rd, STE 314, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50310 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wOTQzNzdlZWEyMjRhZjZkNGI3OWJkNWM4OThjNDk0MWVkM2NlMDg5NTMxNDI1OGMzYmM3NzlkZGU3ZTdhMzFlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc0MTU2Mg.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, trips-adventures, sports - **Event Name**: Of Oracles and Sirens Book Signing - Barnes & Noble - **Description**: Come meet the author of the first entry in a brand new sci-fi space opera series: Of Oracles and Sirens! Get your book signed by the author, pick up some bookmarks and a sticker pack with each purchase, as well as some exclusive looks at in progress artwo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 70 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 02:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/of-oracles-and-sirens-book-signing-barnes-and-noble/200030330593053 - **Venue**: Barnes & Noble - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy84ZmE0ZTllZGY2NTdiMzM5ODRjNGQ0NDhjYjc2MTZiMGQ0YzgyMWQzZDk2MTI0NDhhZTMyNDNlZDE0YjY1ZjZiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg5NC1kYzg4YThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ1MDUxMA.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Sapling Story Time - WDSM - **Description**: Join us for Sapling Story Time at Barista's Bouquet In West Des Moines! 📚 We are excited to partner with Wandering Raccoon Books to inspire the little ones' imaginations. ✨ ☕Enjoy $1 kid's coffees and warm chocolates, along with a variety of fully caffe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Wed, 12 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/sapling-story-time-wdsm/200030325489213 - **Venue**: 5938 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266-7110, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zN2Q5Y2I0NGJhODJjZmZmZTE5NTJiOTBkN2Q0NTQyNDI0M2IzYjI0NWYzOGI1NDAxOWJjZjAwZTUwZDA2MDBmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzM3YjVmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDAxODE2OQ.avif - **Event Name**: Storytime, Author Talk, & Free Haircuts with Keenan Jones & Abena Sankofa Imhotep - **Description**: Bring the family for a back-to-school book party with Minnesota children’s author, Keenan Jones, and Des Moines author Abena Sankofa Imhotep with free haircuts by Universal Barbershop! Hosted by Sankofa Literary & Empowerment Group and Storyhouse Book - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 10:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/storytime-author-talk-and-free-haircuts-with-keenan-jones-and-abena-sankofa-imhotep/200030381354016 - **Venue**: 900 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314-1129, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82ODRhYTE3YzZkN2YxODZlYTc4MGU1Y2Y0Zjk4ZmY0MzUxYWY2OGEwNjIyNmVlMTUyNTljZmQwMTQ1Mzg3MDM0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDgwNw.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, kids, parties, entertainment, back-to-school - **Event Name**: Botany Book Club - **Description**: Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read “Wild Chocolate: Across the Americas in Search Cacao’s Soul” by Rowan Jacobsen. Registration includes meetings and refreshme - **Date**: Mon, 28 Sep at 05:30 pm – Mon, 28 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/botany-book-club/200030480451506 - **Venue**: 909 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-2854, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy84YTFiZDg3YWY5NjkzMzkxMGM5MjlkY2UzNmI5MTE1ZDliNjczODE1YjYxNjA4YzZlMzNlOTE2MzhiMzAzOGQyLXJpbWctdzQ5OC1oMzY5LWRjMDI2NzkyLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Mzg3MzAz.avif - **Event Name**: August Book Club - Honeysuckle by Bar Fridman Tell - **Description**: Join us to discuss our August Book Club select, Honeysuckle by Bar Fridman Tell. All are welcome! Once upon a time, on the edge between meadow and forest, there was a lonely child with only his older sister for company. In exchange for being left in peac - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/august-book-club-honeysuckle-by-bar-fridman-tell/200030402009111 - **Venue**: 1163 24th Street, Unit IA, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50311 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9jNzY4MDE3YjdkYzhkYTU4MTU5MWFhMzg2MGRlMGVjY2E0ODRiNmRmYzIzYTc4NjU5ZTc4NmZjZTJmYjlhOTUwLXJpbWctdzk4Ny1oMTUwMC1kYzI2MTIxZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM2Mjg4OA.avif - **Event Name**: Scandinavian book club: Kon Tiki - **Description**: Join us in a discussion of Kon Tiki by Thor Heyerdahl Daughters of Norway Eva Nansen Lodge's Scandinavian Book Club is open to the public. It meets the third Sunday of the month in January, March, May, July, September, and November at the Franklin Avenue - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 02:00 pm – Sun, 20 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/scandinavian-book-club-kon-tiki/200030280166910 - **Venue**: Franklin Avenue Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMTI5NjhlZGJkZjExY2E5YWU4Y2JkMWJiM2MyNTQ3ZmM0N2FiNDRmYTg3YWY2ZTQxZTRmNDRiZjExZGFhNGE2Yi1yaW1nLXc2MjAtaDEwMDAtZGM1ODg4YjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYwMjUyNjQ.avif - **Event Name**: Book Signing! Meet The Author - **Description**: Come out for an evening of inspiration and meet the Author, Bishop Marion D. Eppright as he talks about his new book "Won't He Will' - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/book-signing-meet-the-author/200030427754204 - **Venue**: 1312 Maple Street, West Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Book+Signing%21+Meet+The+Author+&date=Thu%2C+13+Aug+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=5 - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Step Back in Time Book Group: This Tender Land - **Description**: Please join us every 3rd Thursday from 6-7pm for a book discussion at The Jordan House (2001 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265). Presented by the West Des Moines Public Library and the West Des Moines Historical Society. Historical fiction is a great - **Date**: Thu, 15 Oct at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/step-back-in-time-book-group-this-tender-land/200030461655735 - **Venue**: 2001 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9kYmI3YjUzYTY0YmQyNTgwMjJkNjNmODZkODVlZGNiMDFhOGRiOGRlNzllODEyMTVhNDcyOGQzNWNkNmFmYTk4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2JmOTM3NS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA5MzM5NQ.avif - **Event Name**: The Portal Within + Barnes and Noble - **Description**: I prayed and prayed and it finally come true! I’m finally going to have a book signing at Barnes and Noble! I’m so excited to see you all there! You can order your copy now or buy one at the book signing! Mark your calendars, September 5, 2026 ! 1-3pm #as - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 21 - **Date**: Sat, 05 Sep at 01:00 pm – Sat, 05 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-portal-within-barnes-and-noble/200030255464809 - **Venue**: 4550 University Avenue West Des Moines Iowa 50226 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wMTI0Y2MyOGI5MjY3MmU0Zjk0ZjNjYjYxMjBhYWMyZTAwZDNkM2YyYjQ3MWRiNjY0N2ExZDc1YzNmOWE3NjQ5LXJpbWctdzExMjItaDE0MDItZGMxYzE1MGYtZ21pcj92PTE3ODUxNDM3NTk.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa Christian Author Fair - **Description**: Calling all Booklovers! Clean and/or Christian books for sale from local authors in a variety of genres. Support Iowa Christian authors and pick up amazing new books for you and your loved ones. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 23 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 01:00 pm – Sat, 26 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-iowa-christian-author-fair/200030329859111 - **Venue**: Living Waters Fellowship - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9mZjU1MGEyNTkzNGVhZDQ3NDM0M2Q2MzU1ZjhhYzk3Njc5NTA2ZDlmZDEyOTNkNGI0YThkMDVjOTMxZDI3N2QwLXJpbWctdzgyMC1oMzYwLWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzYzOTE4.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art - [View all Books in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/books) ## Running in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Capital Pursuit 10 Mile & 4 Mile 2026 - **Description**: Capital Pursuit is Capital Strider's premier 10-mile race that takes participants through the best parts of the City of Des Moines. 2026 marks the event's 44th year of racing, make sure not to miss one of Des Moines' longest-running traditions! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 65 - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/capital-pursuit-10-mile-and-4-mile-2026/200030203142600 - **Venue**: Athene North Shore Recreation Area - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wNGRhMDVjYWU2ODc0NTEwNzIyOTI1YWRkZDcxZjczZmQzOWRkNjU3YzhjNDBjNDNjZjM3N2QxMGEzM2NhNjcxLXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzU1MzAw.avif - **Categories**: sports - **Event Name**: 2026 Run to Exile - **Description**: Run to Exile: The Comeback Tour 🍻🏃‍♂️ They said it was gone… exiled… a legend of the past. Yeah, not a chance. Run to Exile is BACK—and it’s louder, faster, and way more fun than you remember. Whether you’re chasing a PR, chasing your friends, or just - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 119 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-run-to-exile/200030095752604 - **Venue**: 1514 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy83ZTU3ZmQ5ODZkZjQyOTliOWYyYzFmMjM1ZDQzNzRmODBhZjVjOTlmMjdhN2YwODM4MzIzNjM1OGI5MzUxYzM5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkxODk0Mw.avif - **Categories**: sports, contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: 59th Annual Drake Road Races - **Description**: 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon Finish on the Iconic Blue Oval! The official start of Drake Relays Week!💙 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 127 - **Date**: Sat, 17 Apr at 07:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/59th-annual-drake-road-races/200029974890042 - **Venue**: 2507 University Ave, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xNGViOTNmOTBhNDI5OTc0MTU4Y2FhZmQyYjIzZTA0NDA0MTRiOTA4YmVmNGY2ZGM3MzJiNjkzMTU2MTZlNzI2LXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjZmVmZmZmLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MTY4NzA1.avif - **Categories**: sports, marathons - **Event Name**: Get Your Rear in Gear - Des Moines: 5K Run/Walk for Colon Cancer - **Description**: Join us on August 29 as the colorectal cancer community gathers at Racoon River Park for the Get Your Rear in Gear - Des Moines 5K run/walk! Get Your Rear in Gear - Des Moines is organized by and for survivors, patients, caregivers, and supporters right - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 141 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/get-your-rear-in-gear-des-moines-5k-run-walk-for-colon-cancer/200030169225741 - **Venue**: Raccoon River Park Trail - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8zNWUwN2YxYWNhN2RkOTI3MzFiMGYxMGQ4YWY0MTAwNzI1Y2JkNzBiY2IwNzdmNThjYmVmNGRhNjgxNThkNmZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyNy1kY2E4NjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MDk2Mw.avif - **Categories**: marathons, music, entertainment, live-music, parties - **Event Name**: 3k Beer Run x Confluence Brewing| 2026 IA Brewery Running Series - **Description**: Join us for a fun run event at Confluence Brewing. Run, walk, or jog a 3k course, then celebrate at the finish line!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/74356060-8b6c-11f1-887f-cf3a1ec20c70-rimg-w1200-h526 - **Date**: Sun, 06 Dec at 12:00 pm – Sun, 06 Dec at 02:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/3k-beer-run-x-confluence-brewing-2026-ia-brewery-running-series/100001981069041833 - **Venue**: Confluence Brewing Company - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9kOWE2ZWI3NzllMjAxM2NmMTZkYmIxZmIyYThmZWRkZTI2OWEwZjA5YmY4N2UwNTBlYjE4NzNhOTczOTVkODk2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzVjN2FiNy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQwODE5Mzk.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 118 - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Music, Entertainment, Nonprofit, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Des Moines - **Description**: Race Day Schedule 6:30-7:45am Packet Pickup 7:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 8:00am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediat - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 08:00 am – Sun, 27 Sep at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/golden-harvest-half-marathon-and-5k-10k-des-moines/200030453480027 - **Venue**: Trestle Trail 2339 Euclid Ave Des Moines, IA 50310 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9lMGU5MTM1MjdjMDk3MDQyZTkzYWEyYzVjMGRkNTMzZGIxOGRkZjRiOWQ3NGQ1MDIzOWU1OWE0N2E5MjhjMjBmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU5NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkwNzY2Mw.avif - **Categories**: sports, marathons, art, kids, contests - **Event Name**: Des Moines Color Run By Color Craze - **Description**: Welcome to Color Craze, one of the most vibrant experiences in the ColorVerse! This isn’t just a run, it’s a full-blown festival where color, music, and celebration collide. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be part of a living, breathing rainbow, surrou - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 12:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/des-moines-color-run-by-color-craze/200029865795325 - **Venue**: Des, Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy83NjIwNzBkODgyZDBlM2I4OWQxZjg1OTdmNTRkZTZkYzdhM2FlMGY0NmI3NDI0ODM1ZDZiNjQxN2NkYmMyMzU4LXJpbWctdzk0MC1oNzg4LWRjNTg3OGE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzcyMTA5.avif - **Categories**: festivals, music-festivals - **Event Name**: Superhero Heart Run - Des Moines, Iowa - **Description**: Save the Date! Get ready to walk, run, and FLY at the Des Moines Superhero Heart Run! Join Help-A-Heart and Heart Heroes, Inc. for our annual 5k/1mile fun run aimed at raising awareness for Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) in our community. Presented by Hea - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 38 - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/superhero-heart-run-des-moines-iowa/200030377019041 - **Venue**: 2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265-5719, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9iMTM5NDJjMjA2ZWUwNTYwYjhkZGI3ZjA1YWUxMTQzNTVkY2Q0YTYyM2QyYzNkMmRmM2I2NDc2MDE5MWU5ZDMxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4NzhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQyODQ5Nw.avif - **Event Name**: Krampuslauf (Running of the Krampuses) presented by Hessen Haus - **Description**: Krampi handlers and those participating in Krampus costume are asked to reserve a free ticket here. Please, only Krampus costumes - no fairies, clowns, Santa Claus, etc. Tickets >>> https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/krampuslauf-running-of-th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 219 - **Date**: Thu, 03 Dec at 07:00 pm – Thu, 03 Dec at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/krampuslauf-running-of-the-krampuses-presented-by-hessen-haus/200029880867233 - **Venue**: Principal Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy82OTBiNWZiYjQ5OWM3Y2NlMjY3MGE5OGVhOTc3MDM1ZTU4OTdmM2EzMjU2NzliMzU1YzZiZjRlODlkOTVmY2JiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTcwMjg1Mw.avif - **Categories**: parades, christmas - **Event Name**: DM Area St. Vincent de Paul Walk/Run - **Description**: 3 mi scenic route, participants collect donations for SVDP mission work to help others! Walk as far as you want or just enjoy the music! Invite friends, form a walk team! Each Walker specifies their benificiary conference or neighborhood we serve! Regis - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 08:30 am – Sat, 19 Sep at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dm-area-st-vincent-de-paul-walk-run/200030306685906 - **Venue**: Easter Lake N. Shore Des Moines Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8zZjBkMjEyN2NmZDU3OWQzY2RmN2M1NWVhMzFjZGRmMzdlY2VlNWFmZDIyNTIyNWI3Y2ViZWE1Y2QwODliMGQ3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDcyNS1kY2U4ZThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTI2Mw.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, business, conferences - [View all Running in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/running) ## Education in Des Moines - **Event Name**: School Supply Giveaway - **Description**: Drive-thru backpack and school supply giveaway hosted by the Grandview Church of Christ on Saturday, August 15th beginning at 9am. Available for students Kindergarten - 5th grade. While supplies last. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 21 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/school-supply-giveaway/200030454313738 - **Venue**: Grandview Church of Christ - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mODIwMDMxZjE4YTVjN2MyOGE3OTM4MzBjNDQ3OGM2NGU4YTczOTNiZDY3YjAxNzViN2NkNTFiNWRlZDQwNjYyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4YzgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYzNjgwOA.avif - **Event Name**: Sussman Lecture - **Description**: The Harkin Institute and Anawim Housing are proud to host Pulitzer winner Brian Goldstone to share insights at the Sussman Lecture this fallAbout this EventBrian Goldstone, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning book There - **Date**: Tue, 08 Sep at 07:30 pm – Tue, 08 Sep at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/sussman-lecture/100001993854699078 - **Venue**: Sheslow Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iMDZiODY5NDcxZGI4ZTU1YjQxMmE3MzQyODhmZjYxYzA2ZTg0MGM2MTEwZDE3OWJhZDY4YWM4M2M1YjIyZTk2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzcxYTg0YS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODQyNjA4ODc.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art, virtual - **Event Name**: Plant the love back to school event - **Description**: 🎒✂️ PLANT THE LOVE: BACK-TO-SCHOOL COMMUNITY EVENT ✂️🎒 It’s that time of year again—back-to-school season! ❤️ It’s also time for us to give back to the community and help our students start the school year with confidence. We’re excited to invite you to - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 16 - **Date**: Sun, 23 Aug at 01:00 pm – Sun, 23 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/plant-the-love-back-to-school-event/200030511356852 - **Venue**: Collective Artistry - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy82ZjNhZTQxMTMwZTk4YWZmYjVkYWVjNmE3NDE5MDM1OGFhOTdiNDQ1MWExYzIyNzg2OTliODY1NTk3MmEzOWExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDktZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5MzUzMzE.avif - **Categories**: back-to-school, volunteering - **Event Name**: Alpha at Hope! - **Description**: The Alpha Course is an opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, nonthreatening manner during thought-provoking weekly sessions. Each week, participants meet for a meal and large group talk, followed by small group discussion. The course i - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/alpha-at-hope/200030503028850 - **Venue**: 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8wMjgyMmZkNTE1NWE3NjQ5MzMwNzllMTIxNDFkZTRmYzNkYzcxYjQyMzZlMzIyNzllMTNjMWE2NTYwYTBiMDc2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4NjU5MA.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Des Moines Cotillion - **Description**: 3rd Annual Des Moines Cotillion - For Students in 5th and 6th-7th Grade 📍 Glen Oaks Country Club: 1401 Glen Oaks Drive 📅 October 14 – December 16: Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings. ✨Registration is open: https://www.cotillion.com/jdw/registrat - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Wed, 14 Oct at 05:15 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/3rd-annual-des-moines-cotillion/200030416804846 - **Venue**: Glen Oaks Country Club, 1401 Glen Oaks Drive - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wYjRiZjcwZGEwYTc5NzZlODQ1Y2ZkMjE4ZDk4NGE5ZmQxMWIxODQxYjg0ZGUxMjZiYjFiOTU4OTJkNGZhMGFjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY5NDcwOQ.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: TOP 2026 DES MOINES MASTER CLASSES - **Description**: WWW.TALENTONPARADE.COM - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct at 07:30 am – Sun, 04 Oct at 06:15 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/top-2026-des-moines-master-classes/200029307725747 - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xMjU5NzM4ZjZkMjVmYmUxMTliM2YzYTEyYmQ3M2QwODhkMDBkNWJlMTEyN2FkMGU1NzZiOTI3ZTQxNmVjNGY0LXJpbWctdzExNzAtaDgzOC1kYzdhMDQwNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA4MzI0OQ.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Fire Honey - **Description**: Guided by traditional herbcraft and flavor techniques, learn how to make Fire Honey, a flavorful infused honey traditionally made with spicy and aromatic ingredients such as garlic, ginger, peppers, and herbs. Join a Master Herbalist to explore the ancien - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Tue, 15 Sep at 05:30 pm – Tue, 15 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/fire-honey/200030473367351 - **Venue**: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kYTcyMDliOTcwYzQ1MjE5OTg2NjViZjJiYWE3ODIzNGY0M2Q1ZDc5MjdmZDMwYWZjNTZhYWFmNDMwODJiODdjLXJpbWctdzQ1NS1oMjY3LWRjYjg0ODE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1OTQ0MzQ1.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, art - **Event Name**: Learn to Play Mah Jong - **Description**: Registration required: https://www.wdmlibrary.org/event/learn-play-mah-jong-127258 Curious about Mah Jong? Join us for a hands-on introduction to this classic tile-based game of strategy, skill, and a little bit of luck! Whether you're completely new or - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug at 10:30 am – Fri, 07 Aug at 01:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/learn-to-play-mah-jong/200030446486057 - **Venue**: West Des Moines Public Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9jMTM1Nzk5YWQ3ZDRjZjFiZjM4Y2ZkZjgxNjg5M2NhM2E3ZmM4MmE4YzNkMDYyNGZlOTQ5NDEzNzAzYWE2YWRlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzM4Nzg0OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg5NTcyNQ.avif - **Event Name**: Restoring Roots: Indigenous Food Sovereignty & Seed Stewardship - **Description**: Join the Polk County Master Gardeners for their 2026 Summer Lecture Series in one of four demonstration gardens. Bring your own lawn chair and learn with us. Marianna G. M. Cota, MPH, Food Sovereignty Coordinator for the Meskwaki Nation, will share insi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 87 - **Date**: Tue, 08 Sep at 06:00 pm – Tue, 08 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/restoring-roots-indigenous-food-sovereignty-and-seed-stewardship/200030421012907 - **Venue**: Jordan House Gardens - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9jODhjYjdiMzFlOTQ0Mzg2OTMxNWNkZTJiM2IwMmQyY2JiM2VmYTM3NTE4N2U2MzE1NGI1MTYxYjY3MThiNjBlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4ZThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY5NDY5NA.avif - **Event Name**: Schoolhouse Storytime: Makers, Messes & Masterpieces! - **Description**: Today we are going to read about “makers” who use their imagination to create masterpieces! We’ll dance with scarves, learn about something in our mystery bag, and make our own masterpieces! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Tue, 11 Aug at 10:30 am – Tue, 11 Aug at 11:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/schoolhouse-storytime-makers-messes-and-masterpieces/200030084163201 - **Venue**: 4001 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82NTgzYWFjZjYxZWJmYTZkYmQxMDg3YzNjODFlZTI5ZjExMDBjYmYwZmY4OWJiNTMzZDVkYjBiNTFlYzVjZDU5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4ZThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MDk4Ng.avif - **Event Name**: 6th Avenue Corridor: Educational Session - **Description**: Join us for an educational session as part of the 6th Avenue Corridor's biannual Main Street America Accreditation Visit. This session covers the Main Street America movement, program standards, and what accreditation means for our district's future. Open - **Date**: Wed, 30 Sep at 01:30 pm – Wed, 30 Sep at 03:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/6th-avenue-corridor-educational-session/200030482006319 - **Venue**: DMACC Urban Campus, Building 7, 1100 7th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zZWU2NTFiYTU1NDk3OGJlNmIyYTE1ZDI5NDhiMTE1MjY4M2VkZjM2NDM2Y2E1ZTUzMTMxMWNiMjQzZjc0ZjdiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzQ4NTg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQxMjYzOQ.avif - **Event Name**: Renovate with Confidence: Understanding Home Improvement Loans with Neighborhood Finance Corporation - **Description**: Do you have home improvement projects on your to-do list? ⚒️ Join Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) for an 1 hour informational event on how to use our repayable + up to $15,000 forgivable loan for an affordable option. Learn more about NFC: neighb - **Date**: Wed, 02 Sep at 06:00 pm – Wed, 02 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/renovate-with-confidence-understanding-home-improvement-loans-with-neighborhood-finance-corporation/200030254397230 - **Venue**: Des Moines Public Library (East Side) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy80MWEwM2E5MzJkMzAyZDllNzZmMmRiOWU0NDBjOTQzZTM3ZjMwMmU4ODYxMzBiZGVmZTE3ZWRlMDc0ODJlZThhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTEzOQ.avif - **Event Name**: West Side Study Club--2nd section of 3rd Degree - **Description**: Dinner at 6ish provided by Gnemeth Members. Ritual practice at 7. All Master Masons are welcome. Learn a new part or practice an old one. Expectation is that everyone will make mistakes to learn from while stretching our limits. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Thu, 20 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/west-side-study-club-2nd-section-of-3rd-degree/200030108201404 - **Venue**: Des Moines Scottish Rite - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZmI2N2I0ZTViNmM1YWE4N2E1NjY4Mjg3ZTUyYmUwZjUyNWVkYjM2NDU1MmQ0OTBmOWRiY2U4ZDdkZjE3YTg5Zi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg3NDktZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYwMjUzMzI.avif - [View all Education in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/education) ## Rock Music in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Taking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day at Val Air Ballroom - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts Taking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM All Ages Tickets on sale Friday, May 1st at 10:00 AM online at axs.com - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 762 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/taking-back-sunday-with-thrice-and-saves-the-day-at-val-air-ballroom/200030078652725 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9iZWU4ZTRhOWM3ZjcyZTUyMjNkZjM2ZGFjYzEyZjFhYWVlZTE4NDM3ZmI4YjljMTI1YmZiOTg2ZTk5MjM5ZmNiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzE4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUxODY0OA.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Staind w/ Hoobastank - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsStaind has 26 upcoming events.Hoobastank has 26 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://content.resale.ticketmaster.com/maps/2177-1-1-main.gif - **Date**: Mon, 17 Aug at 08:00 pm – Mon, 17 Aug at 10:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/staind-w-hoobastank/210002046460135 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85N2I4NjNmNWIwMDA3NjNmNDg4YmZmY2JmYzBjNTc5NDI4NjNiNjFmM2JmZjhkNDg5ZWUyNzIzYjQzMzJlZjYxLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzkxOGY4Zi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzcwMzU2Njk.avif - **Categories**: Music - **Event Name**: The Red Clay Strays - **Description**: The Red Clay Strays Venue: Iowa State Fair Des Moines, IA Date: 15 Aug, 2026 - 08:00 PM - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 19 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-red-clay-strays/200030084161757 - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xY2QyOGFhMTVkNzJkYzEyZmFhMTVlMmE3M2ZlNzJmY2RiNDhjMDA0YjJmZWMyZWVkYjgyZmVhNTkyZmRjNjhmLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDYyMi1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4MDk1Nw.avif - **Event Name**: Taking Back Sunday - **Description**: Taking Back Sunday, Thrice & Saves The Day Venue: Val Air Ballroom West Des Moines, IA Date: 03 Oct, 2026 - 07:00 PM - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/taking-back-sunday/200030461653119 - **Venue**: West Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9iZDkxZjA3ODUxYmMwZDJhZDdkOTAzN2Y3NDkwZGJiZmIxZDJmMDU3NDNjMDkyZjIxMzlkYzA4YmZkMTIzYzMxLXJpbWctdzY3OC1oMzk5LWRjMDIwMzA1LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MDkzMzc4.avif - **Event Name**: Rebel Queens at Wooly's - **Description**: Wooly's & IA Live Present REBEL QUEENS with Jett Threatt FRI, 28 AUG 2026 at 08:00PM CDT Ages: All Ages Doors Open: 07:00PM OnSale: Wed, 17 Jun 2026 at 11:00AM CDT Announcement: Wed, 17 Jun 2026 at 11:00AM CDT Rebel Queens is a powerhouse band of - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 123 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rebel-queens-at-woolys/200030258933624 - **Venue**: Wooly's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvM2EwM2MzNDM5OTJiYjM4ZWQ3YzYxYjA3ZTYwMjhjYTEwMDM2NWY3MWY0ZTk1MjkwYmQxMzg4YWFmOWUwNTRmMi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg4MDAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYwMjQ2ODk.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Double Barrel ~ Iowa State Fair ~ August 19th ~ MidAmerican Stage ~ 1:30 - 2:30 - **Description**: Be ready to Rock! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 67 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 01:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/double-barrel-~-iowa-state-fair-~-august-19th-~-midamerican-stage-~-1-30-2-30/200030306651226 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wMTgxOTRmZmZlN2YwZjI2Y2IwNjZhOWQzNTc2M2Y4ZTVlNzI4ZmI5ZDc3ZGFiN2EzY2M1NDZhODg1MTYzODQ1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ0MS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc0NTc4NQ.avif - **Event Name**: Impossible Prom Kings - Crashout of the Year Tour (Des Moines, IA) - **Description**: Impossible Prom Kings - Crashout of the Year Tour at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines, IA With support from Saving Sidon, Silence Me, and On Your Left Friday August 14th 2026 21+ • $10 DOS In support of their 2026 extended play release, “FREQUENCI - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 40 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/impossible-prom-kings-crashout-of-the-year-tour-des-moines-ia/200030181578924 - **Venue**: Locals Bar & Stage - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy82NDgzMjcyZjE0YjA2YWJiMTA5OWE2NjdlZmNjMjdiZmYzN2UzNDZkZjQ4YjExZDg2Y2NlMjRmZDNlZTRkZTBhLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU1NTUzNDU.avif - **Event Name**: HardWay returns to Down Under - **Description**: HardWay makes their return to Down Under Bar & Grill. Hardway is a powerhouse rock band based in Des Moines, delivering high-energy covers from legendary acts like Aerosmith, Uriah Heep, Tool, White Zombie, Queen, Bad Company, and many more. Whether - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 30 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 08:00 pm – Sun, 04 Oct at 12:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hardway-returns-to-down-under/200029686624508 - **Venue**: Down Under Bar & Grill - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9lZjZhZjRmOTRiNWVkOTY0NWMxOTBkYWNhNDI3Y2UzNjA1MWVmN2Y3MzMxZDU5ODMzYjRmODZiMTExOTJhNTA2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3MzU4Mjk.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, parties - **Event Name**: 3 On The Tree | Maggie’s Rumble Room - **Description**: Let’s rock! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/3-on-the-tree-maggies-rumble-room/200030423570121 - **Venue**: Maggie's Rumble Room - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy82MjMzNDI4MjNhYWNjZjM0OGE2MTQyNjc3MzBkYTdkY2Y1M2MxZWY3NzEyNWRhMDFmM2U3NTVhMWQ4ZTZiNzRkLXJpbWctdzY0MC1oNjYwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1ODE2OTM2.avif - [View all Rock Music in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/rock-music) ## Festivals in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-iowa-state-fair-admission-tickets-at-iowa-state-fair/2400029989162611 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yZTA5MDFjMC04ZWQwLTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzA4MTg0OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU3MTYwMjA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Iowa State Fair - MidAmerican Stage - **Description**: Playing at 2026 Iowa State Fair at the MidAmerican Stage - August 14th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug at 01:00 pm – Fri, 14 Aug at 02:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-state-fair-midamerican-stage/200030329851049 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zZjhmNDgwMzRlMTA1ZjYzYWM2MTg2NGQ0N2FkODU3NzA5NmI0YjIyZmIzM2I0MTQ0ZDdmYjBiMDRjNzIwODRkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNTA4Nw.avif - **Event Name**: Porchfest DSM - Waveland Park - **Description**: Porchfest Des Moines – Waveland Park 2026 is happening! Due to last year’s success, we’re doubling the event. Join us Sunday, September 27, 2026 from noon to 6 pm for an afternoon of free live music, food, and community fun in the Waveland Park neighbor - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 479 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 12:00 pm – Sun, 27 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/porchfest-dsm-waveland-park/200030380672500 - **Venue**: 4301 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311-2454, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zYTE3YWVjZTNiODg4MDA3NzlhOGUwNjQ3ZDExZDFjMzIxNTFlNmM0NTIxM2QxODJhNTM2YjU2NTIwYTRiMWMwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2M4MTgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY3MzcyOA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, live-music - **Event Name**: Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair Presented by ChildServe - **Description**: Save the Date! 🐷 🌽 We're excited to announce that for the fifth year in a row, ChildServe is the presenting sponsor for Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair! On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, families can enjoy a more inclusive fair experience w - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 08:00 am – Wed, 19 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/sensory-friendly-morning-at-the-iowa-state-fair-presented-by-childserve/200030342642859 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8xOWRjNGNlZTY3ZTViYTk1NDM4Nzg5MWEzZDc2M2M3NzYxNDgzMTk4OGIyZTljYTU1MDAwYmE4ZTc0OTdlMzQzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzE4YjhkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ5NDA2MQ.avif - **Categories**: funfairs - **Event Name**: Des Moines Water Lantern Festival by Light The Night - **Description**: Experience the enchantment of a magical evening at our Water Lantern Festival! Join us as we gather by the water’s edge to celebrate love, hope, and dreams, all illuminated by the gentle glow of floating lanterns. As the sun begins to set, you’ll be capt - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 06:30 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 10:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/des-moines-water-lantern-festival-by-light-the-night/200030084158748 - **Venue**: Des, Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8zNGJiNjk0MjBlMjZkMGQ0OGIxYjg0ODk4NmYwZWIwYjcyOWIwZWUzMTg5N2Q3NzUzM2E0MzllYWI1NmQ2MGU0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY4My1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk5MzM4OQ.avif - **Categories**: festivals, mid-autumn-festivals - **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Summer Fest - **Description**: Join us on August 8th from 12 PM–6 PM for Collective Artistry & Best Buds Botanicals Second Annual Summer Fest Pop-Up & and our biggest event yet! Shop from 70+ local vendors featuring handmade goods, art, jewelry, boutique items, and unique find - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 404 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 12:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2nd-annual-summer-fest/200030305786845 - **Venue**: Big Mammaz Flea market & Binz - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy82NWM1MDQ2Y2U2OTA1ZjkzODVmNGE1NzU4ZDU5YTZmZDI1ODYyZjg5N2Y4MWFiODJiNWY5ZWJjZGYwZWFmZmFlLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGM0ODg4NDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5MzUzMTc.avif - **Categories**: festivals, pop-ups, art - **Event Name**: Fall Festival 2026 - **Description**: The church basement ladies have been working all summer to prepare your favorite jams, jellies and relishes! The sale will also feature snack items, baked goods, crafts, greeting cards, jewelry, candles, books, woodworking, fabrics and fiber, and more! Al - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 74 - **Date**: Sat, 17 Oct at 09:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/fall-festival-2026/200030384204307 - **Venue**: 2600 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kYTYyMjFlZDdmOTZiMDdiYWIzODk3YzFiZTdhNDlhZGI2ZTQ3YjYyZjFkNTYxMzA5Njk3YjZjMWQ1MDJiMzY1LXJpbWctdzk2MC1oNjQwLWRjODg2ODU4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzQ4Mjg1.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, festivals, charities, fall-festivals - **Event Name**: The Feel Right Band: HEADLINING THE BEAVERDALE FALL FESTIVAL! - **Description**: Main Stage parking lot of 2628 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50310 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 114 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 08:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-feel-right-band-headlining-the-beaverdale-fall-festival/200030306617653 - **Venue**: 2628 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50310 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xODNjM2RmNWE1MWVkZjI0NDJhNjRiZjMwNTA0OWM1Yzk5ZTcwNWQ5ZDQyY2ZiMjVjZjFiYzM1MWU2ODNlOWQwLXJpbWctdzExNzktaDc1NS1kYzk4OTg5OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDc1NQ.avif - **Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, fall-festivals - **Event Name**: 2026 Sista Soul Fest DSM - **Description**: The purpose of Sista Soul Fest is to create a space where people in the community can showcase, celebrate, and grow their talents, gifts, businesses, and passions within a supportive and empowering environment. More than just a festival, Sista Soul Fest i - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 127 - **Date**: Sun, 30 Aug at 11:00 am – Sun, 30 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-sista-soul-fest-dsm/200030381319503 - **Venue**: Evelyn K Davis Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wM2JlMGViMjMzNThhYTAzNGEwOTc4ZDVhZTc5MTIwZDJkZWQ3ZmEzMTI4MDI0YzFkNDZhMGE3MzMxMGZhMDc3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDc0Nw.avif - **Categories**: festivals, art, business - **Event Name**: The Awakening 2026 - **Description**: 🚨 SHARE • SHARE • SHARE • SHARE 🚨 🌧️ RAIN OR SHINE ☀️ 💺 BRING YOUR OWN CHAIRS 💺 🔥 THE AWAKENING 2026 🔥 📍 Drake Park – Des Moines 📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026 🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM COME EXPECTING! The Awakening is a FREE community outreach where the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 123 - **Date**: Sat, 05 Sep at 12:00 pm – Sat, 05 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-awakening-2026/200030400246405 - **Venue**: Drake Park, Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8yNTU0ZjAzY2ExNzY5NmM4NmM0OGU4ZmQ5ZWE4MTAwMWY0NGZjZjY4NDkzOTE2ZGE1NjJiZTdiZjRlNjVlN2RjLXJpbWctdzEwMjMtaDE1MzctZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0Njc1OTA.avif - **Categories**: art, food-drinks, nonprofit, kids, dog, koningsdag - [View all Festivals in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/festivals) ## Car Shows in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show - **Description**: Join us for the 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel! Presented by Rollin' Relics DSM Sunday, August 30, 2026 9 am – 3 pm, Rain or Shine! Union Park — 1801 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 Spectators are FREE or register your car for $20 To register - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 142 - **Date**: Sun, 30 Aug at 09:00 am – Sun, 30 Aug at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/26th-annual-cruise-to-the-carousel-car-show/200030132626213 - **Venue**: Heritage Carousel - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy85ZDVjNTg3ZWNjNDU3NmQ4MTE4NDc2YzJhZTg3NjY2YTgzOWMwZWI0NWY4MGM5MDM1M2JkNzQwNjkwYTAwMDBjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kYzE1MTgxNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDk2ODg1Ng.avif - **Categories**: workshops, art, fine-arts, nonprofit, contests - **Event Name**: 2026 Miss Fever Heat Pinup Event - Henry Gregor Felsen Tribute Car Show - **Description**: Iowa Street Rod Association presents the Henry Gregor Felsen Tribute car show in Historic Valley Junction, 5th Street, West Des Moines, Iowa. The Miss Fever Heat 2026 Pinup Event will be guest hosted by Miss Desert Cherry and sponsored by Misfit Gearhea - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 91 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 01:00 pm – Sun, 20 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/2026-miss-fever-heat-pinup-event-henry-gregor-felsen-tribute-car-show/200030453245648 - **Venue**: Historic Valley Junction, West Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy83OTYyZTUyYWNkNWJhMDJjMWE5YjU3MzEwMjlkNjA0OTU4MTczNDcwNmJlZDQ1NDBhY2NmY2ZmMjFlMzcwYWUxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kY2M4YzhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYyMzY2NA.avif - **Categories**: car-shows, contests, workshops - **Event Name**: Dead Moines Hearse Show - **Description**: ⚰️ DEAD MOINES HEARSE SHOW ⚰️ Graveyard Ghouls Hearse Club is bringing the HEARSE LIFE to Des Moines, Iowa for 2026 at Monsterama Pubcade. Showcasing all hearses & professional cars. Monsterama is a horror-themed restaurant, pub, and ‘80s arcade — - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 802 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 04:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dead-moines-hearse-show/200030177660508 - **Venue**: Monsterama Pubcade - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9lMjc3YTM4MDIwNWFjYThiMDkyNTQ0MzQ2M2RlZGFlMzM1Yzc4YjliMDA3ZTk5NTk1NzQ4MjhiOWQyMThjOTE1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEwMDYtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3MTMzNzA.avif - **Categories**: car-shows - **Event Name**: Cancer Warrior Truck Fun Fest - **Description**: Car Show, Barbie Car Races, Kids Power Wheels Drag Races, Saddle Races, Bigfoot Races, Cornhole tournament by 515 Cornhole, Inflatables for the kids - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 23 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/cancer-warrior-truck-fun-fest/200030231155645 - **Venue**: Bell Avenue Business Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9lMDEwN2ZhZjM1MmU2ZWMzYzU3ZmU2NGIwMTlhNDkzNjYyZDk4ZTBmZTY4MDhhMWUzYThmNWRjNTZmY2IwM2FhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTMtZGNmOGI4ZTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0MzYxNTc.avif - **Categories**: sports, festivals, kids, car-shows, tournaments - **Event Name**: Cool Cars for Cats: Car show and cat food drive - **Description**: We are teaming up with WesleyLife Meals on Wheels for the fifth annual Cool Cars for Cats! This event highlights our AniMeals program, ensuring both human and pet companion receive the proper nutrition they deserve! Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026 f - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 70 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 10:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/cool-cars-for-cats-car-show-and-cat-food-drive/200030367922010 - **Venue**: Franklin Jr High Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9hNmRkYTE0NTA3ZTZjMzFlNTAwZTUxMWZjYzc5MGI5NjQxZTJlOGU3OTQ2MTVhOTM0YTQ0ZTIxZmM5YzUxNjlmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTMtZGNkOGU4ZTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2MDgyOTM.avif - **Categories**: car-shows, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Car & Bike Night at Blue Ribbon! Apr 24 | May 22 | Oct 9 - **Description**: Join us for dinner and drinks at our Car & Bike Nights for 2026! All are welcome - bring your grocery getter, daily driver, soccer mom-mobile and the fam! No cover charge & all ages are welcome. The menu will be slightly different so keep an eye o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 67 - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 05:00 pm – Fri, 09 Oct at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/car-and-bike-night-at-blue-ribbon-apr-24-may-22-oct-9/200030401990915 - **Venue**: 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50317 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYzk2OGYyZjZlMGM4NmJhM2JlYmE4OTM2MDY2YmVkYTIyNjVkODcxNjljMTU3MDdlNmY3MzBlMzA2OGE1NzVlOS1yaW1nLXc4MjAtaDM2MC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU5MjE1MA.avif - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Summer Nights // August 12th - **Description**: Bring your ride and bring the family to experience all that Karl Kustoms has to offer. We'll have the front pad closed off with the Ice Cream truck, apparel and some of our latest projects. As always, a food truck will be on site, as well as Danger and L - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1235 - **Date**: Wed, 12 Aug at 05:00 pm – Wed, 12 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/summer-nights-august-12th/200029784715539 - **Venue**: Karl Kustoms - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kMTZmMTBiNzUxMGQxZTMyNDhlNzk1Mjc2YzU2YTRmMWQwZjhjNWQ3MzJkMjIzNDk1Y2Q2ZTYwMWYxZmMxMGE4LXJpbWctdzEwMDAtaDUyNC1kYzg4YzhkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc4OTMzNw.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: Valley Junction Farmers Market Car Show - **Description**: F🚨 CAR SHOW UPDATE 🚨 Please help us spread the word! While Valley Junction has not officially canceled the Farmers Market at this time, the forecast is showing a significant threat of storms. If you've been around car shows for long, you know that usual - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 102 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/valley-junction-farmers-market-car-show/200030223456935 - **Venue**: 501 Elm St, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9mN2JkMzgzZGUwNGJkMzIyZTA1YzE5NGMyY2YwYjE4NWY2ZDFkOWIzMmQ3NmRlZjhlYWUxNmY1N2FiOGNkMTNjLXJpbWctdzEwODUtaDE0NTAtZGMxNjA1MDUtZ21pcj92PTE3ODEyMDM3NzQ.avif - **Categories**: car-shows, farmers-markets - **Event Name**: Halfway to St. Patrick's Day Car Show presented by The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick - **Description**: The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Car Show Returns to The Filling Station September 20th. Please join us for this This is annual tradition supporting the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Central Iowa - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/halfway-to-st-patricks-day-car-show-presented-by-the-friendly-sons-of-st-patrick/200030468720518 - **Venue**: Valley Junction - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Halfway+to+St.+Patrick%27s+Day+Car+Show+presented+by+The+Friendly+Sons+of+St.+Patrick&date=Sun%2C+20+Sep+at+11%3A00+am&bg=4 - **Categories**: car-shows - [View all Car Shows in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/car-shows) ## Live Music in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Slaughter in Des Moines - **Description**: 🎤 Join Slaughter LIVE at Iowa State Fair Grandstand on Thursday, August 20, 2026! 🎤 Here is the moment you've been waiting for! Slaughter is coming to Iowa State Fair Grandstand on Thursda - **Date**: Thu, 20 Aug at 01:00 pm – Thu, 20 Aug at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/slaughter-in-des-moines/3300030154573258 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair Grandstand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZTgzYjZjZDAtNWIzYy0xMWYxLTk1OGQtMWQ3MGI0NTY1MmM3LXJpbWctdzExNDctaDY0NS1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyLndlYnA_dj0xNzgwMDQ1MjU4.avif - **Event Name**: The Schmidt Brothers: LIVE at Jalapeño Pete's at the Iowa State Fair - **Description**: The Schmidt Brothers are Iowa’s premier variety cover band, delivering high-energy performances that will keep you singing, dancing and coming back for more! Based in Eastern Iowa, brothers Stephen (vocals), Sam (guitar), and Gabe Schmidt (bass) have buil - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-schmidt-brothers-live-at-jalapeño-petes-at-the-iowa-state-fair/200030254354320 - **Venue**: Jalapeno Pete's at the Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xODg2NmNjNTQxMzJmYTRhYzhjNjEzYmFjMmVmNmRmYjE2NzAxODhmNGY2YmQzYjQ0ZWNjNzVjZDdmNTQzMDg5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAxMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA0NTM3OA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, concerts - **Event Name**: Jordan Beem Live at The Bud Tent- Iowa State Fair! - **Description**: 🔥 Jordan Beem returns to the legendary Bud Tent at the Iowa State Fair on Friday, August 14th at 6:30 PM! Come kick off your fair night with a high-energy mix of country hits, rock favorites, and original music from 2025 & 2026 Josie Award Nominee Jo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 273 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jordan-beem-live-at-the-bud-tent-iowa-state-fair/200030254355324 - **Venue**: The Bud Tent - Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81NzA4NjU1MmRiMGY2Nzg2ZmYwYWJlMzUzYTVkMDUxNTlhMzM0YzhmYjQwNzAzNWNhYTliNmNhYWJlYzI1YzVlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMwODA4MTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5NjMwMDU.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: The Lamplighters Live at Autumn at the Amphitheater - **Description**: Formerly known as Summer Sundays, this series features free live music on Sunday evenings from mid-August through early October. Enjoy the cooler fall weather with local bands and rotating food trucks. Seating: Lawn chairs and blankets (no permanent seat - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 47 - **Date**: Sun, 27 Sep at 06:00 pm – Sun, 27 Sep at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-lamplighters-live-at-autumn-at-the-amphitheater/200030245783138 - **Venue**: Jamie Hurd Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMzU5Y2NjZDVjM2U3ZDBiZDA2YTBhNDBjY2NhYmU4NWZiN2U4ZWU3MGRmZWFmMzdlMTQwZjg1ZTE5YzExMGE1Mi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg5MDAtZGMwOGI4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5OTA0NDI.avif - **Categories**: music, food-drinks, entertainment, live-music, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Sail On - The Beach Boys Tribute - **Description**: Performance Dates: Aug 22: Dining - 5:30pm / Showtime - 7:30pm Aug 23: Dining - 11am / Showtime - 1pm Sail On plays the music of ”America’s Band”, The Beach Boys. Performing all of the group’s classic hits, plus some treasures from The Beach Boys’ brill - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 42 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 05:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/sail-on-the-beach-boys-tribute/200030007179241 - **Venue**: 3711 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81MTAyZDU4MWYxNDc5YjJhNzE1NzUyNTIyZDgxYWRkOWU0MTc5YjQ0OTU5YTFhNjMxNjgwYWU5ZGQzOGVhOWZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4Mzg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDcyNg.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks, entertainment, contests, performances, music, pop - **Event Name**: The Other Brothers Live - **Description**: Live music with The Other Brothers! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 76 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 06:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-other-brothers-live/200030502289405 - **Venue**: 1900 Saylor Road, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50313 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82YjAzYjQ5OWViMzM5OTU0NmZmYjg4YmRmZmRmMDViZGQ0Y2M4NjNjNmU4OTg3NWE1MWQ0NWViMzUzM2Q5MDU5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMxODE4MjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NzE3MjU.avif - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment - **Event Name**: The Steam Boars Live at Captain Roy's! - **Description**: Our first appearance at the legendary Captain Roy's! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 37 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-steam-boars-live-at-captain-roys/200030487397113 - **Venue**: Captain Roy's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iMDNkMTkxYWNlYzg4NGM1ZTZhMzZkMmE4ZjEyN2Y1Zjc2ZGY0MWRiMWExNjU5Y2M5NWZmYmQxMzJmNDIxMGU0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg5Mi1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUxMTQ1Mw.avif - [View all Live Music in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/live-music) ## Tournaments in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 515 Cornhole at The Iowa State Fair! - **Description**: Join us for this year’s Iowa State Fair Doubles Tournament! 515 Cornhole and its admin are bringing back the high energy competition just like last year! We’re excited to announce that this years tournament will take place on a Sunday, in hopes of drawing - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 47 - **Date**: Sun, 23 Aug at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/515-cornhole-at-the-iowa-state-fair/200029973043755 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairground - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMzg1MmFhZDYwYTdlNDlkNTRhMDFjZTViYjdiN2NlN2I4ZTA4MzZkYjM1YTdhY2QxY2VjNTE0OTMyNDIzYjk4MC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg5MDAtZGM4ODc4NjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5NTEwMzQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, tournaments, art, fine-arts, contests - **Event Name**: Omaha Lancers at Des Moines Buccaneers at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex - **Date**: Fri, 02 Oct at 07:05 pm – Sat, 27 Mar at 08:05 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/omaha-lancers-at-des-moines-buccaneers-at-the-midamerican-energy-company-recplex/2400028788068749 - **Venue**: The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy85YzI0NzQwMC04ZmM1LTExZjEtYmFlMy1mZjdiODc2ZTNhOGQtcmltZy13ODE5LWgxMDI0LWRjMDg0ODc4LWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc4NTgyMTQzNw.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: SAVE THE DATE! - Iowa State Finals - **Description**: 🏆 SAVE THE DATE! 🏆 The Iowa State Finals are happening September 20th! Don’t miss the action! 🚴‍♂️💨 MORE INFORMATION TO COME! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 87 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 12:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/save-the-date-iowa-state-finals/200029725123541 - **Venue**: 1701 E McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50320 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9kMjZjN2M2YmZjOWY0NDllY2M3NDBkZDU1Y2NlNjZjMmZiMWUzMDgzZjQzNmM2ZGJkYjQwOTk1NzI1MzVjYjVhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUwNS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk4MzQ0NA.avif - **Event Name**: Des Moines Roller Derby: Hometown Battle Bouts - **Description**: Originally rained out during the Capital City PrideFest, Des Moines Roller Derby is back at Brenton Plaza to play two FREE short-track bouts! Our team has divided into three new coalitions: The Waveland Wavers, the Hot Shermans, and Beast Village. Which h - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 170 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-roller-derby-hometown-battle-bouts/200030254301208 - **Venue**: Brenton Skating Plaza - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8xZTI3ZGNjZWM1NmQxYTcxNDI0N2RiZjVlN2Y2NWExMjAwY2E1Zjc1ZjcwOTgxOWRmODdjMzc0NDk5OWJiMjgxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzk4ODhhOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY3NzUwOQ.avif - **Categories**: lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: Bowling & Birdies Tournament - **Description**: 4 person best ball for 18 holes of golf at Blank Park Golf Course, followed by 3 games best ball at Bowlerama Lanes. Team entry of $450 due with entry. Stop in at Bowlerama Lanes to sign up! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/bowling-and-birdies-tournament/200030254329726 - **Venue**: 1313 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMTlmYTNiNmVkYjlkYjAzMmU3YzAzZjQ1ZTc0NWYxNDg0ODMxNTZjMGMwM2JhZGQ2ZjkwMTk1Mjk4YmM3OWQzOS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgxMTk3LWRjZThlOGU4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2MDI0ODcw.avif - **Categories**: sports, tournaments, workshops - **Event Name**: Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Trivia @ The Station On Ingersoll (Des Moines, IA) / Tues Sept 15th @ 6pm - **Description**: Episodes 7-9 Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Trivia Tuesday, September 15th @ 6pm The Station On Ingersoll (Des Moines, IA) FREE To Play Up To 8 People per Team Win House Cash! ALL AGES #ThinkAndDrinkTuesdays - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Tue, 15 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/star-wars-sequel-trilogy-trivia-the-station-on-ingersoll-des-moines-ia-tues-sept-15th-6pm/200030474560059 - **Venue**: The Station on Ingersoll - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8zMTdiMTAzMzU0NDg3YjMyNzY3N2E1ODllNDliOWRiZWZlMDEzMzA3N2U0YjZiYjc0MzUxZDA3MGIxMDgwODBlLXJpbWctdzYwMC1oNjAwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1OTc2MDg2.avif - **Event Name**: San Patricio Open 2026 - **Description**: HEMA Open Ranked Saber Ranked Messer Now with air-conditioning! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 41 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 09:00 am – Sat, 12 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/san-patricio-open-2026/200030294953244 - **Venue**: MidAmerican Energy RecPlex - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNjliYzc1NTRjNGI2OGM2MTNjZjBhMzFlNTkxZjBmYTU2MzBkMTU3ZWExODFjNmQ0Mjk5M2QxM2JlYTEwMzQ3Yy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg4NzItZGM5OGQ4OTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NTc3ODI.avif - [View all Tournaments in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/tournaments) ## Dance in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Learn to Line Dance at the Iowa State Fair Knapp Stage with Jara Johnson - **Description**: I Can’t Sit Still or Keep Quiet With This Kind of News!!! I’m so excited to be a part of the Free Entertainment Line Up at the Iowa State Fair, where I’ll be teaching YOU how to Country Line Dance, August 23rd at 2:30pm from the Susan Knapp Amphitheater S - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 21 - **Date**: Sun, 23 Aug at 02:30 pm – Sun, 23 Aug at 03:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/learn-to-line-dance-at-the-iowa-state-fair-knapp-stage-with-jara-johnson/200030137720046 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy83MjU2MTQzYmYwNGQxMDYyMWU1NTUzN2UwZjY2NTk1MmU4ODUwMDQyNTRhOGE5NjcyOTcwNWQxODI4YjgyYWY2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1MDAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4MDc2Nzc.avif - **Event Name**: Ailey II - **Description**: Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best early-career dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding and emerging choreographers. Founded in 1974 as the Alvin Ailey Repertory - **Date**: Tue, 27 Oct at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ailey-ii/200030483423945 - **Venue**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81NWE2OWQ0MzI3ZWU5Yjg5YzJmZDMxYjY1YmNiZTcyYzM2YmNlMDQ2ZDdmYjA5OWVlZjY5YTUwNzJiMzI5MWExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE4MDAtZGNhOGM4ZDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0NDQzNDU.avif - **Categories**: Art, Workshops, Theatre - **Event Name**: Heartland SwingOut - **Description**: A celebration of swing dance in Des Moines. Enjoy a full day of workshops & two nights of live music & dance! Heartlandswing.com/swingoutAbout this EventJoin us for Heartland SwingOut, a dance event designed to br - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug at 07:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/heartland-swingout/100001982327179958 - **Venue**: The French Way Building - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9jZmQ4MTRhZjBlYWY3NDUwOGQ4OGNlNDFhYmJiNTU1YWFmODVkNzY0YzcyZGRmYzQwZDdmMWVlMzhhZDJiNjNhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyOC1kY2Y0ZWNkYS1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3NzE5MjQ5Mjk.avif - **Price**: USD 13 to 98 - **Categories**: fitness, Music, Entertainment, Workshops, Contests - **Event Name**: AT&Co Open House - **Description**: You’re invited 🥳 Join us for the AT&CO Open House and discover what makes our studio feel like home! Whether your child is taking their very first dance class or looking to continue their training, we’d love to meet you. Saturday, August 15 10:00 A - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 10:00 am – Sat, 15 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/atandco-open-house/200030502593716 - **Venue**: 1001 Office Park Road Suite 300, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9lYmJkNjY4ZDdkMWZiY2EwYTA5NDYyN2ViMWEyMjYyODM0NDdiZGY0ZTRjMzZlMmYxMjEzMjk5MmUzYjdiZmYyLXJpbWctdzk0MC1oNzg4LWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Nzc3OTc2.avif - **Categories**: Workshops - **Event Name**: Live Band & Swing Dance - **Description**: Join us for a night of swing dancing at the Valley Junction Activity Center in West Des Moines! Swing dance is a fun, social partner dance set to upbeat jazz and big band music, no experience needed, just come ready to move and have a good time. We’ll k - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 28 - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 07:15 pm – Fri, 09 Oct at 10:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/live-band-and-swing-dance/200030159791034 - **Venue**: Valley Juntion Activities Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYTk5ZmM4ZDQxYTg1NzdlOWU5OGQwMTg4NzM5MjA2MWQ5Y2UwZmI5ZDlkZjMwZDliN2FjOGE1MTE0MGZhZGRmNi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg0NDctZGMwODM4MzgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3ODA5ODI.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, workshops - **Event Name**: Free Tippi Toes Dance Class! - **Description**: Free dance class with Tippi Toes for ages 2-6 every second Friday of each month. Come dance with us! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/free-tippi-toes-dance-class/200030084174735 - **Venue**: Valley Community Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8yM2IxZjY3MTk0YTlhYWRmNTc0MWExMmRhMjU1ZmZjMWYyNzI5NTViNzIyMWI1NjJkNTk2NzNjYzg3NGQzZTI5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2JjZTVlYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzQ3OTM1Ng.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Trapeze Choreography - **Description**: This workshop includes a mix of floor and aerial work aimed at helping students practice learning and building choreographed pieces. There will be variations in mounts, tricks, and transitions students at all levels of learning and the opportunity to film - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/trapeze-choreography/200030248934953 - **Venue**: 105 S 11th st, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8zZWRjMmU1NGEwOTZmMGVjMWZjNjc3ODBjYTVhMzY5NDA3ZDdlMmRkOWQwYjVmYjY2NjljZmYwZGJmZTM5ZmU5LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGMyODM4NDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0Mjg4NDc.avif - **Categories**: workshops, entertainment, summer-camps - [View all Dance in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/dance) ## Performing Arts in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Steve Martin & Martin Short - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/steve-martin-and-martin-short/2300029708053307 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy84ZmE4ZjBiMC0xYjNiLTExZjEtYWRkYy0zOTljMmI0ZmZlYzMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNDAwLWRjZjRiZjVlLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3MzAwNzgwNQ.avif - **Event Name**: John Lloyd Young - **Description**: Due to a scheduling challenge, John Lloyd Young will be coming to The Ingersoll in September with his new dates and times. New show dates / times: Sept 25, 2026 @ 7:30 pm. Sept 26, 2026 @ 7:30 pm. Your event ticket includes our house greens salad with - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Fri, 25 Sep at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/john-lloyd-young/200030318294517 - **Venue**: 3711 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84YmE0NzhmYWJiMDIwMTEzMzQ2YzA5MTJjNGM0MDY2NTg1ZjYwMjk3OTBiMGY2MWMzNzcwMDYxODUwZjQwZTA0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2U4ZThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDg3MA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, contests, live-music - **Event Name**: Buena Vista Social Club™ - **Description**: It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen of Feeling,” her voice was celebrated throughout Cuba – until she vanished from the spotlight. But when an ambitious young record producer bri - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Tue, 19 Jan at 07:30 pm – Tue, 19 Jan at 09:45 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/buena-vista-social-club/200029871453558 - **Venue**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wZDIxOGY2YzU2OTRjODY1MThiNTA4YTg1OWZkYWUyZDk2MjNmMmY5YTljN2FhMmM4ZmI3YWYzYWViOWU4YjIzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTUwNzQ0OA.avif - **Categories**: music, workshops, entertainment - **Event Name**: 11th Annual Cloris Awards - **Description**: Come one, come all! Save the date for the 11th Annual Cloris Awards, held this year at Drake University's own Sheslow Auditorium on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 5 pm! The Cloris Awards is more than accolades, it's the capstone of a successful season of pow - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 203 - **Date**: Sun, 30 Aug at 05:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/11th-annual-cloris-awards/200029753379643 - **Venue**: Sheslow Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYTg0ZjIzNzg5NGZmNjlkYjNhMDcwMzE4YjhlZDFhNDA4Yzk5NWYyNjQzYzcxMmNhZjY2NzVjZjdjZjMxMDExOS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGMxODA4MjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYwMjQ3MjI.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre, nonprofit - **Event Name**: The Penguin Project production of Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo Jr - **Description**: Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic ad - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 575 - **Date**: Thu, 13 Aug at 07:00 pm – Thu, 13 Aug at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-penguin-project-production-of-disney-pixars-finding-nemo-jr/200028212397141 - **Venue**: 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84NGVhNjQ3MjYyZDYyZmNlMzIzNmU5YTE1NzlkZTZmY2EyZTE3ZTJhMWE0NjcyZmU0Nzc2MWZlNTFmMGIxZTMwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY4MC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTgyMjgwMw.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Summer Aerial Clinic - **Description**: Our Aerial Clinic is designed for youth with experience in dance, cheer, gymnastics, aerial, or anyone looking for a more focused, skill driven circus experience. Circus artists from Cirque Wonderland will guide participants through conditioning, and dril - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Mon, 10 Aug at 01:00 pm – Fri, 14 Aug at 04:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/summer-aerial-clinic/200030461654928 - **Venue**: 105 S 11th st, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kNDhmMDJiMmI3MTNmZDY1ZjdmYjJkNjc2NWRkYzY4MWEzNTNlYjdiMjhlYzkyZTYwOWQ1MTIyMjE4OWU5ZTViLXJpbWctdzg1NS1oNjQxLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NzQyODg5.avif - **Categories**: sports, gymnastics, art - [View all Performing Arts in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/performing-arts) ## Animals in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Paws & Claws Benefit Auction - **Description**: Animal Lifeline's 22nd Annual Paws & Claws Benefit Auction Saturday, November 7, 2026 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. EMBASSY SUITES DES MOINES DOWNTOWN GRAND BALLROOM $75 per person (advanced purchase) Reserved table for up to 8 individuals $600 (pre-pur - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 94 - **Date**: Sat, 07 Nov at 05:00 pm – Sat, 07 Nov at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/paws-and-claws-benefit-auction/200029800947601 - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown (Des Moines, Iowa) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80OWM2MzE5Mjc5NTY1YTA1YTVlZjY1MDM4Y2NlYzIwZGI5ZmQzYThiMzJiZGUwODgyYjYxMGQ5MGI2YTM1MTE1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY5Nzg4Mw.avif - **Categories**: dog - **Event Name**: Bark After Dark Gala - **Description**: Join us on Saturday, September 19th, in Des Moines, IA for a night of compassion, celebration, and change at Bailing Out Benji’s Bark After Dark Gala! This unforgettable evening brings together animal lovers, advocates, and supporters like you to raise cr - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 63 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/bark-after-dark-gala/200030159789624 - **Venue**: 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, IA 50309-1501, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82NmY0OTI0ODg5MzdiNWQ2ZTkxMWYxNjMzN2FiYTNiMWNkYzg5YWMxZDEwYjcwMGNhMjIzMTMwMzNjZWExYWMyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzU4Njg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDczMA.avif - **Categories**: dog - **Event Name**: Pets & Vets @ Captain Roy’s - **Description**: Join us for the 3rd annual Pets & Vets at Captain Roy’s on Saturday, August 22nd from 1 pm until 8 pm. Again this year we’ll be supporting two great charities with 100% of the proceeds split between both organizations. Safe Paws and Folds of Honor. - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 03:00 pm – Sat, 22 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pets-and-vets-captain-roys/200030502618315 - **Venue**: Captain Roy's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8wZjQwMzBhNDhkNTE2MjAyNTNjMjZlMmE3MGY1NTYxZTVkYzM4ZmVmZTIyOTJkZDgzYWVjOTVjNjNjMzJkYmJjLXJpbWctdzk2MC1oOTYwLWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1Nzc4MzM1.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Nonprofit - **Event Name**: National Dog Day - **Description**: Celebrate National Dog Day at your pup's favorite place! We're celebrating our favorite holiday with FREE day passes and FREE pup cups all day on Wednesday, August 26th. It's the perfect excuse to treat your pup to an unforgettable day of fun at Paws &am - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Wed, 26 Aug at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/national-dog-day/200030501507457 - **Venue**: Paws and Pints - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9lY2I1OTNhMmM2ZDkwZDMzZDgxMDQ4NjAwZDkxMmMwMGM1OWFhYTU4ZDQxOTY0MmMxZDFkNDI0ZjVmZDJjNmJmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzg4YjgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc1MzgzNw.avif - **Event Name**: Wild Wolves of Yellowstone: Explorer Doug Smith - **Description**: Yellowstone National Park contains many stories, including one of the best-case studies in wildlife conservation. Wildlife biologist and National Geographic Explorer Doug Smith led the project that reintroduced gray wolves in the 1990s. We join him on ass - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 16 - **Date**: Wed, 04 Nov at 06:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wild-wolves-of-yellowstone-explorer-doug-smith/200030001372846 - **Venue**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9kMGNjZGFjMmE3M2MwNjQwOGU4Y2Q4MDUwOTQ3MzA1MjdiMzk1MGRjNjBmYjdiMzM2ZWJhZDFkNWQ2ZjEwMjEwLXJpbWctdzEwMDAtaDY4OS1kYzQ4NDg0OS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDQ4ODU3Ng.avif - **Event Name**: Des Moines Kennel Club & Combined Specialties of Greater Des Moines Dog Shows - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 39 - **Date**: Fri, 04 Sep at 07:00 am – Sun, 06 Sep at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-kennel-club-and-combined-specialties-of-greater-des-moines-dog-shows/200029807316156 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy85NGRiMGE2NmFmMmYzYjRiNmIzYTk3ZmJlYzczZTRhZGM1MTBjMzBlNDY2YjI5NmQ0MDZkYjI2NzljZGM3NDA5LXJpbWctdzk2MC1oOTYwLWRjMzQyZjJiLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0MjQzNzY2.avif - **Categories**: dog-shows, dog - **Event Name**: Pop-up Osprey Nest Viewing - **Description**: Osprey once nested in Iowa but disappeared with the arrival of European settlers. Conservation efforts have brought them back!About this EventOsprey once nested in Iowa but disappeared with the arrival of European settle - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 10:00 am – Sat, 29 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/pop-up-osprey-nest-viewing/100001991067198589 - **Venue**: 800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85MzdiZGQ1OWNiMjczOGIxYTllM2NhMjA2Y2YyNTJlMzVlNWQyMzI2MWE1MWI3NmJmMDBkMWEwYTg2YTdhZTExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kY2EyYzZlYi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODA2NTM0MzU.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - [View all Animals in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/animals) ## History in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Terrace Hill Victorian Dinner - **Description**: Join us at Terrace Hill, Iowa Governor's Residence and National Historic Landmark for an elegant and classic Victorian Dinner.About this EventLadies and Gentleman, distinguished guests, you are invited to attend an evenin - **Date**: Thu, 20 Aug at 06:00 pm – Thu, 20 Aug at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/terrace-hill-victorian-dinner/100001993961792397 - **Venue**: Terrace Hill - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9lNmZjYzcxNDQ4ZWE3ODNkMGUxYTg0ZjNjMzYzYjkxODhmMmQ1ZDFlZGM4NGIzYjMxZTRlMzgwYTc3ODNmNmZlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyNy1kY2E3YmViZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODQyNjA4ODA.avif - **Price**: USD 125 - **Categories**: workshops, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Doors to the Past 2026, Walking Tour of Homes: 50th Anniversary - **Description**: Sherman Hill, one of Des Moines’ oldest organized neighborhoods, is listed on the National Register of Historic Districts and features nearly 300 structures developed in the 19th and 20th centuries. This walking tour—now a Des Moines staple—invites visit - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 132 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 10:00 am – Sun, 27 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/doors-to-the-past-2026-walking-tour-of-homes-50th-anniversary/200030480452516 - **Venue**: Sherman Hill Historic District - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xOTY1MDVlZTJmY2I1M2IzMWY1ZjMzNDI0ZDM0YWJlYTgyOTkyM2NhM2QxNGEwMzdiOGRmNTUzMDdmOTE1MmZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ2Ny1kY2Y1ZWZlMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM4NzMxNg.avif - **Event Name**: History Happy Hour at Hoyt Sherman Place - **Description**: Join the Des Moines Historical Society for a special History Happy Hour at historic Hoyt Sherman Place. Enjoy an evening of local history, conversation, and community as you explore one of Des Moines' most treasured landmarks. Built in 1877 as the home o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 165 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug at 04:30 pm – Thu, 06 Aug at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/history-happy-hour-at-hoyt-sherman-place/200030220857435 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8wMWVlZGM4OWVkZmFlMzQ5NTNmMTQ4ZDhiZGE2MmJiZGVjMDEzMTMwODZjZjU5M2YzYzgyNTAyZjQzZjM2ZjFlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU4OS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkyODY0Nw.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: The Ghost of Pompeii: Explorer Caitie Barrett - **Description**: Even thousands of years after its demise, the Roman Empire captivates us, and the ancient city of Pompeii is the place to understand it all. Volcanic ash created an unparalleled glimpse into the lives of ancient people who lived, worked, and played in thi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Wed, 27 Jan at 06:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-ghost-of-pompeii-explorer-caitie-barrett/200030003105845 - **Venue**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81MzAwNTRjNzI2OWNkYTNkM2FlZTc2MWU3ZTU2MTFmMjdkOTUzY2YwNWRiZGYwYTNmNzg5YmZiNDgzYmEyMGI5LXJpbWctdzEwMDAtaDYzOS1kYzQ4NDY0Ny1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4Mjk0MjU5Mw.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit - **Event Name**: Historic West Des Moines Cemetery Tour - **Description**: Save the Date! Ticketholders will visit 3 locations in West Des Moines: Jordan House Museum, Oak Hill Cemetery and Jordan Cemetery. Reenactors will tell the story of an individual buried at the Jordan Cemetery, The Cemetery Guy will show and tell how to s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 85 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/historic-west-des-moines-cemetery-tour/200030445868714 - **Venue**: 2001 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hZTQ3MDE3ZDAwOTIyODE2N2ZiMTlhZTUzNjc5MzgxYzJhZGJhYzI4N2NlMGJjMjI2NjM4MGY4YmZiNTE0OWVjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2I4YjhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ3MjM2NQ.avif - **Event Name**: In The Stacks with Kevin T. Mason - **Description**: Please join us in welcoming author Kevin Mason this evening! An Assistant Professor of History at the University of Iowa, and the founder of Notes on Iowa, he will share about his book, Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa, and share details about some fas - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Mon, 17 Aug at 06:30 pm – Mon, 17 Aug at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/in-the-stacks-with-kevin-t-mason/200030446314036 - **Venue**: West Des Moines Public Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9iM2U0ZTg3YmYwYWM0NjU0MTU0YTM1N2ZmZGNkZjg3NTU3OTc5YjdjN2QyOTVlZTIwNWY5MTdlN2EzOGIxN2I4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4ZDhjOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ0ODczNw.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, art, literary-art, trekking, storytelling - **Event Name**: Glendale Cemetery Historical Tour - **Description**: 🌟Discover the past with Glendale Cemetery Historical Tour!🌟 Glendale Cemetery is one of the largest and most active cemeteries in the state, boasting an intriguing history.📚 Join us for this page-turning, historically accurate and entertaining tour! ⚔️Th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 18 - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 10:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/glendale-cemetery-historical-tour/200030381305603 - **Venue**: Glendale Cemetery - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8xZmUwOWIwYTVhMzA4NWEyMzYwZjlhOTA1YmJjY2RmZDUxZjk4NWYwM2YyNzEyYzYwNDI5Njg3YzJlYTYwYTJlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAxNDQ1Nw.avif - **Categories**: sports - [View all History in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/history) ## Entrepreneurship in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Hardy - **Date**: Wed, 12 Aug at 06:00 pm – Wed, 12 Aug at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hardy/2300029543569428 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81YzE0N2YwMC1mNzhhLTExZjAtOWJlMy1lM2I3YjRiMDMzMWUtcmltZy13MTAyNC1oMTAyNC1kY2JlNDUzMS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NjkwODM0MDc.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Tips for Starting a Farm Stand - **Description**: Have you ever thought about starting a farm stand or selling products directly to consumers? Choose Iowa Director Beth Romer will share practical tips and information with Laura Cunningham of SkyView Market co-presenting in the new All-Iowa Classroom in - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug – Tue, 18 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tips-for-starting-a-farm-stand/200030508879638 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYzJkNjFiYWM5ZDQ1ZDMxOTk5NTdjY2FmYzY5NjNlZjdiY2E1OTdiMDdmYTRjYjNmMGRmZTRhMDhkMDg2MjMxYi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGM3OGM4NDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4NzY2OTg.avif - **Categories**: business, workshops - **Event Name**: The Market on Hubbell - **Description**: Come check out over 30 local small businesses! Vintage, art, clothing, jewelry, food, drinks, and everything in between!! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 88 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 09:00 am – Sat, 26 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-market-on-hubbell/200030418219152 - **Venue**: 3232 Hubbell Ave - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jY2MwZDUyZTUwYzU0NGY4MTFlMmQ1MzZkOWYwNTEyNjIxMjZhYWRhMzJmNzk4N2E4NTAyNTEwZTJlOGRiMDVkLXJpbWctdzEwNzctaDEzNTUtZGNkN2RhZGQtZ21pcj92PTE3ODUyODE2MjU.avif - **Categories**: art, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Business Over Board Games: Networking Coffee - **Description**: Looking for a new way to expand your network by building long lasting connections? We want to create a space for you to get business, share news, and build your community here in Central Iowa, all while playing board games. Join us Every 3rd Friday of the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug (+00:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/business-over-board-games-networking-coffee/200030128788943 - **Venue**: 300 SW 5th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84NjZlODFkZDEwMmIzMTU0YjMxOGYwMDQwYzIyMmQxNWU0OTUzZWU1Y2NkMmZkOTFhZTQ4YzY1ZWY5ZTY4MDhkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2VlZDljNC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTQ3MzQyNA.avif - **Categories**: meetups - **Event Name**: 1 Million Cups Des Moines - **Description**: 1 Million Cups Des Moines Weekly Networking for Entrepreneurs! 🚀 🗓️ Every Wednesday, 8:00 AM CT 📍 The Elevator Co-Working Space 204 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50309 Enjoy ☕ coffee, occasional snacks, and a small business speaker. Stay afterward to - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Wed, 26 Aug at 08:00 am – Wed, 26 Aug at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/1-million-cups-des-moines/200029725115945 - **Venue**: The Elevator 204 12th st Des Moines Iowa - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=1+Million+Cups+Des+Moines&date=Wed%2C+26+Aug+at+08%3A00+am&bg=1 - **Categories**: business - **Event Name**: SAVE THE DATE! Iowa Local Food Legislative Breakfast - **Description**: Save the Date! Join us at the Iowa State Capitol for an all-Iowa Local Food Breakfast, celebrating the farmers, producers, and partners who power Iowa’s food system. We're excited to announce that this inaugural meal will be catered by Milk & Honey o - **Date**: Wed, 27 Jan at 08:00 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/save-the-date-iowa-local-food-legislative-breakfast/200030508919920 - **Venue**: Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lNDVjNDhiOGNiNzEyNzJjYWFmYTJhZmEzMjVmMTA4ZWEyNTc4ZDQ2ODQ5M2NiZGVlMmFhNDFhYTExZTI2ZmViLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg3NzI4MA.avif - **Event Name**: Lighthouse Memory Care Ribbon Cutting - **Description**: Join the Des Moines West Side Chamber and Clive Chamber in celebrating the ribbon cutting for Lighthouse Memory Care! Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 4:45 pm Lighthouse Memory Care of Des Moines is a specialized, boutique 11-bed Residential Care Facility for - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 9 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 04:00 pm – Fri, 28 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lighthouse-memory-care-ribbon-cutting/200030484418124 - **Venue**: The Lighthouse Memory Care of Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wYmVlZjhmNGYwZWVlY2JiYzc0MjIzMDYxYjgwZGRjZTQ3MzhjNDYxZWNjMzkxOTY4Yjg5MGVjYjE3MzI2ODRjLXJpbWctdzYyOS1oNzY4LWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NDYwMDQ0.avif - [View all Entrepreneurship in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/entrepreneurship) ## Food Drinks 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: 1699 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c055003a8e68b303890aaca33853659c2904bd415b0f11fd05c36b76a2f1eaf9-rimg-w200-h203-gmir.jpg?v=1630176608 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJAnWqzf0dO6nkKGA1j8cKZJPOogMCIjUmkkA6rck0Z5HET2w=s96-c?sz=200 - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIreVGKmsqj12SBS9KpMoWrqBa4uxCtCytyKm2S9RBWwTD8wTE=s96-c?sz=200 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 11:00 am – Sun, 30 Aug 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy80NTU2MTJlNzI0YTRjYmU5NDY4YjFhMjYzOGViMzJhNjU3Yjc3MDhiMWQ4YmQwZGE2ZWMyYjRmZWEwMDUxMmM5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4Mzg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkxNDE0NA.avif - **Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, music-festivals, food-truck-festivals, live-music, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Cookies on Tap 2026 - **Description**: Cheers to 10 years! Join us for the tenth annual Cookies on Tap! Presented by Community Choice Credit Union with Event Partners STAR 102.5 and the Iowa Taproom, enjoy all-you-can-eat Girl Scout Cookies (4 months before they’re available to the public!) ex - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 57 - **Date**: Thu, 08 Oct at 04:30 pm – Thu, 08 Oct at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/cookies-on-tap-2026/200030468735631 - **Venue**: The Iowa Taproom - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Cookies+on+Tap+2026&date=Thu%2C+08+Oct+at+04%3A30+pm&bg=2 - **Categories**: nonprofit, bingo - **Event Name**: Drink your Greens! Berry Fresh Smoothie Secrets with Fresh Wheatgrass Girl - **Description**: Learn how to make delicious and nutritious smoothies with Iowa wheatgrass and berries. Farmer, chef and business owner Kerri Rush will share the nutritional benefits of wheatgrass and show you how to include it in a smoothie your whole family is sure to l - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug at 01:00 pm – Fri, 14 Aug at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/drink-your-greens-berry-fresh-smoothie-secrets-with-fresh-wheatgrass-girl/200030473359539 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy82Yzc1NjJkZmZlZjYwMjU0MmZiZDIxYmMyZWM1MWM3ZDM4YTMzMmI2MGJlNTI4MGE1M2E4YTZmYmMxM2FhNTJjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U4ZjhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkwNDQ3MQ.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: CITYVIEW Martini Fest 2026 - **Description**: CITYVIEW is pleased to bring Martini Fest back to West Glen Town Center on Friday, Sept. 25 from 5-9 p.m.About this EventCITYVIEW is pleased to bring Martini Fest back to West Glen Town Center on Friday, Sept. 25 from 5-9 - **Date**: Fri, 25 Sep at 05:00 pm – Fri, 25 Sep at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/cityview-martini-fest-2026/100001992579762709 - **Venue**: West Glen Town Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy82ZTcxMjcyYjNmYWYxM2RmZDliZTU1M2IyOWU3MWI3ODc5YThiZjYxZmYzZTA0NDg0YmY3NzUzYTc2ZGMzNTg4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzk4MWI0My1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODI0MTM1MjU.avif - **Price**: USD 29 - **Categories**: festivals - **Event Name**: Flowerdough Sourdough by Esther Unearthed at The Valley Junction Farmers Market - **Description**: Join us every Thursday evening at the Valley Junction Farmers Market, where Flowerdough Sourdough by Esther Unearthed brings a delectable selection of baked goods! Find us just north of Railroad under our vibrant purple canopy, ready to delight your taste - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/flowerdough-sourdough-by-esther-unearthed-at-the-valley-junction-farmers-market/200030173488422 - **Venue**: Valley Junction Farmers Market - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jZjY5ZTViMzM5ZDM4NmQ1ZDQ3NWE1ZmRkZDk1ZmVlM2VjYjlmNzI3ZDEwYTQzYzU2MDMyZjAyNWI0ZTcyMzE5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY0MC1kY2JlYzJjMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDMxMzU0MQ.avif - [View all Food Drinks in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/food-drinks) ## Christmas in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Christkindlmarket Des Moines - **Description**: Experience a German-inspired Christmas Market at Principal Park December 3 - 6 & 10 - 13, 2026.About this EventExperience a German-inspired Christmas Market at Principal Park December 3 - 6 & 10 - 13, 2026. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu, 03 Dec at 05:00 pm – Sun, 13 Dec at 05:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/christkindlmarket-des-moines/100001984220226110 - **Venue**: Principal Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9iZDFmZTkzZjZmYmQ5MGNiZWM3NGUzODQxYTA1ZjhiZmY2MzM3MGFhYmU1OGE1MTEwOTVjMGJjOGE1NWIxZDAyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzFhNDQ3Yi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzIzNzgzNTY.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: Tinseltown in Water Works Park presented by Wright Outdoor Solutions and 104.1 EZ FM - **Description**: Join Wright Outdoor Solutions and 104.1 EZ FM for our Tinseltown in Water Works Park tree lighting ceremony, along with a special visit from St. Nicholas and his reindeer and holiday entertainment from Top Hat Carolers. The Tinseltown Marketplace will fe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 87 - **Date**: Sat, 21 Nov at 01:00 pm – Sat, 21 Nov at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tinseltown-in-water-works-park-presented-by-wright-outdoor-solutions-and-1041-ez-fm/200030440230550 - **Venue**: 2251 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50321 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83ZWMzNDU3NGFiMzVjZTk5ZmYwNjg5NjVjMTUwMWNiN2I2YmEzODY5MmRhZGE0ZmZiYjRlZjZkNTdjNTY3OTg5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOS1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM0NjE1Mw.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, holiday - **Event Name**: Pulse Life Advocates Christmas Gala with Jim Caviezel - **Description**: Pulse Life Advocates is honored to announce that Jim Caviezel will speak at our November 21st Christmas Gala! Jim Caviezel gave a remarkable portrayal of Jesus in Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of the Christ.” He also played Tim Ballard in "Sound of Freedom." - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 163 - **Date**: Sat, 21 Nov at 05:00 pm – Sat, 21 Nov at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pulse-life-advocates-christmas-gala-with-jim-caviezel/200029690453145 - **Venue**: 233 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309-1323, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81MjgyOTg3ODNlMDEwOWFhNzM3N2M2MTAyZGMzODY0ZThjYzJiOTMzOWFlMzYyOWNiOTQxMjNkY2Q0NDRlNWU1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTgxNjE3Mg.avif - **Categories**: christmas, art, theatre, nonprofit - **Event Name**: BOG Rewind Christmas Show & Potluck - Brandon Santini - **Description**: DOORS @5PM/ SHOW @ 6PM $20 CIBS members / $25 non-members at the door BOG Rewind Christmas Show with Brandon Santini. Bring a dish to share for the potluck! BOG Rewind Shows are a celebration and continuation of the unforgettable memories, music, and fri - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Sun, 20 Dec at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/bog-rewind-christmas-show-and-potluck-brandon-santini/200029362957439 - **Venue**: xBk Live - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy80NmJmZDY1YmM4MzRjOWQxZmUyMDM5NjE4N2IyZWZlMzA3Mjc0MTJiM2ZjOWRhZGM2NTYzM2Y3MDU3NGEyOTZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMxNzA1MWEtZ21pcj92PTE3ODUzNTI0MzA.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, christmas - **Event Name**: An Irving Berlin White Christmas Revue - **Description**: Your event ticket includes our house greens salad with choice of dressing, a selection of entrée options, warm house breads and butter along with coffee, tea and iced water services. Additional beverages, starters, shared plates, entrée upgrades, and dess - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Fri, 11 Dec at 07:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/an-irving-berlin-white-christmas-revue/200029934174514 - **Venue**: 3711 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xZjRiMDgyNjVmM2M3NDk0NDU5OGUzNjNhMTAzYTE4NmZlMzNhNzg0NmQxYzM0MDA1N2U0ZjhkOTk2OTJiNTAyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTQ1NTYyOA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, christmas, performances, holiday, jazz - [View all Christmas in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/christmas) ## Theatre in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Wicked (Touring) - only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsWicked (Touring) has 212 upcoming events. - **Date**: Sun, 20 Sep at 01:00 pm – Sun, 20 Sep at 03:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wicked-touring-only-children-age-5-and-over-with-tickets-will-be-allowed-into-the-theater/210002738765605 - **Venue**: Des Moines Performing Arts Center - Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8zMjUzYzc0NzA0ODQ3ZDliMjM3YzhmMWYwODRkZjAxNDk5M2YxMzU4NjNiYmNiMWM0OTNkMWEzYjc1ZGRmN2NiLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzE5MTYxMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQwNDM0MzQ.avif - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre - **Event Name**: Come From Away - **Description**: Season tickets now on sale. Single tickets on sale in late July. A small town on the eastern Canadian shore suddenly became an international refuge when 38 planes carrying 7,000 passengers were diverted on September 11, 2001. Unfazed, the people of Gande - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Fri, 11 Sep at 07:30 pm – Fri, 11 Sep at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/come-from-away/200029972795704 - **Venue**: 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy81Y2I2MTJiZTUyMjI0ZDcxMjliYjRmMjA0MzQzMTM1NDkyMTkwMDQyODk4MzJkNTkxZGU4NDVkNzRjOWViZjQyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY4MC1kYzE3NDQ5MC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTEzNzY3Mg.avif - **Event Name**: Just in Time - **Description**: Just in Time, the acclaimed “runway hit” (Variety) that is taking Broadway by storm, will make a splash in Des Moines. An “utterly electrifying” (Entertainment Weekly) new musical, Just in Time brings to life the story of Bobby Darin, the legendary sing - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Tue, 24 Aug at 07:30 pm – Tue, 24 Aug at 09:45 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/just-in-time/200029931259934 - **Venue**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9mYmM0YWEwMWZiMmE0NjYyZGNmZDQ0MDFhOWY0MDM3YjA5MDg1NmZiZDc5YWU2ODFmYWIyOWZiMmFjN2M2Nzk3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDExODctZGMwODA4MjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU1MTI0MTI.avif - **Categories**: music, live-music, art, theatre - **Event Name**: Hamlet - **Description**: Something is rotten in the state of Denmark. 🎟️ Tickets on sale spring 2027 Shakespeare on the Lawn is a co-production and joint fundraiser for Iowa Stage Theatre Company and Salisbury House Foundation. This one-of-a-kind summer tradition combines the a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 57 - **Date**: Wed, 14 Jul at 07:30 pm – Sun, 18 Jul at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/hamlet/200030461668710 - **Venue**: 4025 Tonawanda Drive, 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy83MjA5MzU5Mzg4MmQzMjQ0MjlhMzQyZGFlMTFkNzIwMmMyMmZjODk4ZTIzZmExMGIwYTgyNjA2NzFkM2Q4MzdiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg5OTg3OA.avif - **Categories**: art, nonprofit, theatre - **Event Name**: Murder Mystery Dinners - Nov 2026 - **Description**: Put on your detective cap and join us for a unique, interactive night of improv and sleuthing. Prior to the evening every attendee is assigned a character to play within the crime scene, and as the night progresses everyone has the chance to follow their - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri, 13 Nov at 06:00 pm – Fri, 13 Nov at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/murder-mystery-dinners-nov-2026/200030181577749 - **Venue**: 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8wNzY1YmFhNzYxMDQ2MDliYTg5YjY4YjAzOWZiMDk2NzIzMTU5OTZhODY2ZGMzOTQyYmMxMjIzMTY4MGUwODBiLXJpbWctdzc1MC1oMzk0LWRjMzkzOTM5LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MDk3NzY1.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - [View all Theatre in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/theatre) ## Kids in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 🎥🌟Free Flicks: Movies In The Park🌟🎥 - **Description**: 🎥🌟Free Flicks: Movies In The Park🌟🎥 *Finding Dory on June 12 at Northwest Aquatic Center has been CANCELED due to unexpected LED screen maintenance.* ✨💭 Experience the magic of childhood imagination under the summer sky on our giant LED screen. Bring yo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 65 - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-flicks-movies-in-the-park/200030381288551 - **Venue**: 1551 E. Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50317 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wMTA3NzMzOWU3YjE0YmJjMzNiNTlhNTIwYmZlNGMxNGVjOTIwZDgwZjVmNGMzMDUwYzZhZWVjZTdjMGI3NThiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzhjOWQ2YS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzYwMzY3MQ.avif - **Categories**: entertainment - **Event Name**: Kids Markets at America’s Harvest Festival - **Description**: Kids Markets are exciting, family-friendly farmers market-style events for kids ages 5-17! Register today at www.kidsmarkets.com. - **Date**: Sat, 24 Oct at 01:00 pm – Sat, 24 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/kids-markets-at-americas-harvest-festival/100001996470459889 - **Venue**: Iowa State Capitol - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85YmNhNDQzYzA2ZDczODk4NGI2NmM2YzE3ZTM0M2NjMjJkNzgwOWE3ZWZjMmU1ZDBjYTI2NGE5NWQwMDc4MDYyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTMtZGNjODM4NTgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1ODgyODI4.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Kids, Festivals - **Event Name**: Summer Circus Camp - **Description**: Circus Camp is the place to be for kids who love to have fun and learn new skills. Our professional circus artists from Cirque Wonderland will teach your kids everything from levi-wand tricks to aerial acrobatics! 🎪 Plus, they'll work on their balance, fl - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Mon, 03 Aug at 08:30 am – Fri, 07 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/summer-circus-camp/200030084174936 - **Venue**: 105 S 11th st, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYWZjMDRiYzA3ZGM4MDAxZDMzZmMwYTc1YzIzNDJmMjNlYTc5MjRhN2JmYjM4MDU0MGFlMDgxNGUxMjlmYjRhNi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzYtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3ODA5NTc.avif - **Categories**: kids, summer-camps, workshops, art - **Event Name**: Soteria Kids' Back-to-School Splash Bash! - **Description**: All Kindergarten through 5th Grade kids are invited to join us for an exciting morning featuring: •AN EPIC FOAM PARTY!!! •Popsicles to cool off! •Time with friends! Bring one along! What to Wear •Clothes that can get wet •Tennis shoes or sandals with - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 41 - **Date**: Wed, 19 Aug at 10:00 am – Wed, 19 Aug at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/soteria-kids-back-to-school-splash-bash/200030457498620 - **Venue**: 3250 SE Soteria Ave. , West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wM2VmOGMzNjEyYjY0ZDFmMTdhZWU5YTU0MTQ5NTczMjI5ZjA3YTJiZmM5ZTI0ZWRkOWUzZmEwZTNmMmU4YmRlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4NTg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYzODE5Nw.avif - **Categories**: back-to-school, kids, parties, sports, entertainment - **Event Name**: Back-to-School Ice Cream Social - **Description**: Join Central Iowa Rainbow Families and the Queer & Trans Action Group of First Unitarian Church (www.facebook.com/tagiowa) as we celebrate the end of summer and kick off a new school year together! Saturday, August 29, 2026 1:00–4:00 p.m. Witmer Park - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 35 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 01:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/back-to-school-ice-cream-social/200030469119525 - **Venue**: 1610 34th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9hOTdhYjdmYjllMTBkODQ5ODFiMWZiNDA1NWU1MzZkMGFlZTQ3OTYwNzAwM2QxZGQ2NDM0ZTdiY2IxNTI1Y2ExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOS1kY2Y4MDg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkxNDAyMQ.avif - **Categories**: back-to-school, art, lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: Playground Playdates - **Description**: Join us for Playground Playdates! ☀️ We’re opening up our spaces for families in the community to come enjoy some fresh air and outdoor fun. Our fire truck playground and toddler playground will be available for children to explore, play, and connect wit - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/playground-playdates/200030037464520 - **Venue**: 8080 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wOTkwOWIxZWFjNzc0MDM1Mzg3YmVjNmEzMmZlMThlOWJiZGQ1ODg0NWM3Nzg3Y2ExZDI3ZDUwZDRlYjNiN2ExLXJpbWctdzk0NS1oMjA0OC1kYzAwMDAwMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDA4NzQ1MA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, kids - [View all Kids in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/kids) ## Golf in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 48th Annual Miller Lite Golf Invitational - **Description**: Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa invites you to our 48th Miller Lite Golf Invitational on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Wakonda Club! Enjoy a day on the course featuring 18 holes of golf, great company, on-course games, beverages throughout the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 22 - **Date**: Mon, 28 Sep at 10:00 am – Mon, 28 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/48th-annual-miller-lite-golf-invitational/200029873766736 - **Venue**: Wakonda Club - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy81ZDUwODExMjQwZGRlY2UxOTZiNDk5MWM5MGViM2RkZTgyNTFjYjE1NjExNDIwMWIzMjBiZjEwY2JjZmI1MzQyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2I4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU3NDEzMg.avif - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit, workshops, charities, contests - **Event Name**: FORE! Veterans Golf Tournament - **Description**: In 2026, Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS) will be hosting our 11th annual Fore Homeless Veterans Golf Outing benefiting the homeless U.S. veterans that are staying with us in our emergency shelter. Join us for a great day of golf with a shotgun - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 28 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/fore-veterans-golf-tournament/200030168020704 - **Venue**: Blank Park Golf Course - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy84NDgxZjBiMWI3ZTdkMWI1NjFiMzRkNTQzMWJkODIyMWFkZDcyZDAwYzJhMmE4ZTRjYzVmODk5MjM2MjQzZGFlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGNjOGQ4YjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4NTkxNTc.avif - **Categories**: sports, golf, tournaments, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Austin Nyheim Annual Golf Outing - **Description**: 📅 Save the Date! ⛳️ Join us for the 3rd Annual Austin Nyheim Golf Outing on September 19th at Grandview Golf Course. 🕖 Check-in: 7:15 AM 🏌️ Shotgun Start: 8:00 AM 💲 Cost: $100 per golfer (includes golf, cart, and lunch) Because of all of you, this even - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 36 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 07:15 am – Sat, 19 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/austin-nyheim-annual-golf-outing/200030306644449 - **Venue**: Bright Grandview Golf - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8zYTIzYjA5NTkyZDhmMjNmOGQyMmJjMDQwZWQwZjQ1YTMzNzM1MWFmMTM0Y2JlYzBiNTc0YTkxMmE4OWViNDlkLXJpbWctdzcxNy1oOTYwLWRjNjg5ODQ4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1ODgyODIy.avif - **Categories**: golf, sports, trips-adventures, workshops - **Event Name**: Annual Hanawalt Hawks Golf Fundraiser - **Description**: Get ready for the fifth annual Hanawalt Hawks Invitational Golf Fundraiser benefiting Hanawalt Elementary PTA!About this EventJoin us Friday, August 28th for our fifth annual Hanawalt Golf Fundraiser benefiting Hanawalt E - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 07:00 am – Fri, 28 Aug at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/annual-hanawalt-hawks-golf-fundraiser/100001986535994636 - **Venue**: Waveland Golf Course - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy80ZjhiOWUxNzBmMGU5ZWViMWZlM2M2M2U5ZDE5ZmY1MjZjMmM4MTQ2ZTJmYzM1MjA2MzQxMjhkZGMzMDU3ZThhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzUxNzU0Njc.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 1,069 - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit - **Event Name**: 5th Annual RVLL Golf Classic - **Description**: JOIN US for our Fifth Annual RVLL Golf Classic Fundraiser! Date: Saturday August 15, 2026 Location: Willow Creek Golf Course Time: 8:00 am Shotgun start Cost: $500 per foursome Details: Foursomes will play a best shot scramble with a shotgun start a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 49 - **Date**: Sat, 15 Aug at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/5th-annual-rvll-golf-classic/200030084171826 - **Venue**: Willow Creek Golf Course - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9lN2RjYWNkNzUzYzgxNWI5NzU0NzgxMGZmYjVhODcxYzNlNWM2ZWRhNjhjYTk2YzA2NjYzMTRlNTYzYTNhOTA1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTMtZGMxODY4MjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU0NTA1MjI.avif - **Categories**: sports, golf, workshops, nonprofit - [View all Golf in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/golf) ## Yoga in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Yoga to Live Music + Community Mocktail Hour - **Description**: Start your Sunday morning with movement, music, and community at Noce Jazz & Cabaret. Join Noce Production Manager and longtime yoga instructor Molly Feeney for an all-levels guided yoga class accompanied by a completely improvised live musical perfo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/yoga-to-live-music-community-mocktail-hour/200030463375533 - **Venue**: 1326 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZjhjZWJkYmRkZmIwNjYxNTgwNTQ2ZThiN2UzOTc3OTg1Y2U2N2Y2MzE4YmI3MWJjNGM4MDYwNGQ1NmJiNGVhNy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MjgtZGMzODI4MzgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3NTA5NTk.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, health-wellness, live-music, workshops, art, performances, yoga, fine-arts, theatre - **Event Name**: ARL Yoga in the Barn - **Description**: Stretch, sip, and support homeless pets! Join us for a one-of-a-kind yoga experience inside the ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch, where wellness meets compassion. Begin with an all-levels yoga class led by a professional instructor, then unwind as you - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 63 - **Date**: Sat, 05 Sep at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/arl-yoga-in-the-barn/200030437124934 - **Venue**: 3296 NE 54th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317-8912, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy82ZDc3MDU1ZGVlMzNiZGZlMWExODAyNDg2MDA1Y2Q5ZmFjN2QxMGM4NmFiZTViMmNlNGIxNjM4ZGVmYzhmMWJiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZThiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAxMTE2Mg.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, workshops, yoga - **Event Name**: Yoga in the Garden - **Description**: Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for all levels. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bott - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Wed, 16 Sep – Wed, 30 Sep (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/yoga-in-the-garden/200030440050859 - **Venue**: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9hZWRiMDQ2MGZjZTJiZTM4YTI3N2NiNmIxODliMzhiNzljOTJiNzc4MWNhMzIwMTM1NmYwYTc3YjNiYWRiZDhkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg0OC1kYzkxYTc3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTM0OTM2OA.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, workshops - **Event Name**: ROOFTOP YOGA - **Description**: Yoga with Feel Good Frequency - **Date**: Mon, 10 Aug (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rooftop-yoga/100001996351643506 - **Venue**: The Shop DSM - Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9iN2I3NTZjYmMyM2FjZTFiZGFjNzZhNDdjMjI2MmIxNzA1MTAxOWY3ZDUzMjdkYTlmODg5YmQ3ZThhZmNjZTViLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1NjcyOTY2.avif - **Price**: USD 15 - **Categories**: health-wellness - **Event Name**: Sunset Inclusive Yoga - **Description**: Take time to unwind as the sun sets at Athene North Shore with instructor Dr. Stacey Huffman, OT/L. This mixed-level class welcomes every body and meets you where you are, with chair-supported and standing options offered throughout so you can move in the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Thu, 06 Aug at 07:30 pm – Thu, 06 Aug at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/sunset-inclusive-yoga/200030463357157 - **Venue**: 2883 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50320 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85MjhjNzUzYWU3N2VjZTBhNDExMjM1Y2QyYjE3YjcwOTczNWY0NTk1MTJjMzQzMTU1OGIxNjI4MzViMDE0NGMyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTkxOTg2OQ.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, Workshops, Art, fine-arts - [View all Yoga in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/yoga) ## Music Festivals in Des Moines - **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 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 167 - **Date**: Fri, 28 Aug at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-pork-tornadoes-headline-world-food-and-music-festival-des-moines-ia/200030454225954 - **Venue**: Western Gateway Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wNGFkMzM3MjViMmQwMzhlM2I4YzA0NGZjNWM2YjFiOWZjMTA4NjRhMDBhYTUyMjA0MDRmYWMzN2FiMDk4ZGM4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYxMjA3Ng.avif - **Categories**: music-festivals, music, entertainment, festivals, food-truck-festivals, live-music, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Tim & Jana West at Porchfest DSM - **Description**: 2026 welcomes our fifth annual PorchFest DSM, a rolling music festival held on the welcoming front porches of the residents of Union Park in Des Moines, Iowa, on the Sunday after Labor Day. This family friendly, free event will feature 20 musical acts fro - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 42 - **Date**: Sun, 13 Sep at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/tim-and-jana-west-at-porchfest-dsm/200030429373829 - **Venue**: 1707 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316-2224, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80NjYxMjhmMDdhNDgzYzU0NDMyMmU2Nzc5MDlhZTg2ZjlmNmZmYWViYzBjODkxNTdjOGM3MDZhNGRkNmM3ZmZmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTgzMTgyMQ.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, music-festivals, festivals, performances, live-music, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: R&B Fest Is Coming To Des Moines! - **Description**: R&B Fest Is Coming To Des Moines! Get ready to indulge in the ultimate Old School R&B experience! 🕺💃 🎶 Our DJs are set to spin all your favourite R&B anthems, turning up the heat with every beat. Prepare for a spectacle like no other with da - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2486 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 10:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/randb-fest-is-coming-to-des-moines/200029841061804 - **Venue**: Platform, Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy80MjdhODk4MWFiYmEwZGQ4MjQ1Yjg3MmZlNzc4OTVjNTAzM2Q0NDRkZTFiNDIwNmYzYzUwMjEyYzVjNWJkY2FjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzYxYThlZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTIyODAzNg.avif - **Categories**: festivals, performances, entertainment, art, holiday - **Event Name**: GURNFEST X with Dose, Druids, The Curse Of Hail, Tearaway, Space, & Happy Thoughts at Wooly's - **Description**: Rizzy Productions Presents! Gurnfest 10 At Wooly's Saturday, September 12th Featuring special guests... Dose Druids The Curse of Hail Tearaway Sqvce Happy Thoughts Door at 5:00 Show at 6:00 $20 adv - $20 DOS Dose https://www.instagram.com/dosei - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 128 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Sep at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/gurnfest-x-with-dose-druids-the-curse-of-hail-tearaway-space-and-happy-thoughts-at-woolys/200030318269510 - **Venue**: Wooly's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wM2NlZTAyNWY2MTJhNDY5ZDU0Mzk3N2M3Njk1OWQwYzgxMWY5ZjZmMGZlOWQ0NDgwNjA3NTcxN2U4M2IyZTQ1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE3NzgtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3MjUxNDk.avif - **Categories**: art - [View all Music Festivals in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/music-festivals) ## Sports in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 2026-2027 Iowa Wild Season Tickets (Includes Tickets To All Regular Season Home Games) - **Date**: Wed, 07 Oct at 03:30 am – Wed, 07 Oct at 05:30 am (+00:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-2027-iowa-wild-season-tickets-includes-tickets-to-all-regular-season-home-games/2300030482675055 - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wNmMxOGQxMC04ZjhiLTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13ODE2LWgxMDU2LWRjZjhmOGY4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTc5NjMxNg.avif - **Event Name**: Iowa Championship 2026 - **Description**: https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/competitions/IowaChampionship2026 Events: 3x3, 2x2, 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, 7x7, 3x3 Blindfolded, 3x3 One-Handed, Clock, Megaminx, Pyraminx, Skewb, Square-1 Competitor Limit: 130 Registration Opens: Friday, April 24 at 6pm Cent - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Sat, 19 Sep at 08:00 am – Sun, 20 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/iowa-championship-2026/200030036713030 - **Venue**: MidAmerican Energy RecPlex - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9hNWFkYzgwZjQxMjBkOWYyYThhZTFmZTYwNDNjOGE2ZmM2OWQ4MGE0OGMyNTU0YTlkMGVhM2YzMDI4OTEyMjMwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kY2Y4ZjhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg5NjYwNQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, contests - **Event Name**: Des Moines North vs. Saydel |FOOTBALL 9/11/2026 - **Description**: Des Moines North vs. Saydel FOOTBALL 9/11/2026 The Des Moines North varsity football team has an away non-conference game @ Saydel (Des Moines, IA) on Friday, September 11 @ 7p. scoreboard.sporthighschool.com 7:00 PM CDT Des Moines North Varsity Football - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri, 11 Sep at 07:00 pm – Fri, 11 Sep at 11:45 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-north-vs-saydel-football-9-11-2026/200030470014329 - **Venue**: North High Boys Basketball - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iNWM2MTEyMzFhZjRiMDI5MzY5MjM2MTdkODAzMjA0ZjIyNjFkMzhjMjBiMTE2NjU0YzM2ZDcxNDMyMTVmYzBkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5OC1kYzY4Njg0OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTgzMDAxMg.avif - **Categories**: sports, football, business, conferences - **Event Name**: Des Moines East vs. Dallas Center-Grimes |FOOTBALL 8/21/2026 - **Description**: Des Moines East vs. Dallas Center-Grimes FOOTBALL 8/21/2026 The Des Moines East varsity football team has an away non-conference game @ Dallas Center-Grimes (Dallas Center, IA) @ 6:30p. scoreboard.sporthighschool.com 6:30pm CDT Des Moines East Varsity Foo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug at 06:30 pm – Fri, 21 Aug at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-east-vs-dallas-center-grimes-football-8-21-2026/200030470013811 - **Venue**: Des Moines East High School - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xOTJhMWZhNzJiYjdhZmVhOTA4YTA2YzU5NzQ1NWY1N2Q0YzkwNzUwNGIzNzkzODFiMmUxNzU4ZjYxOTQ0Y2M3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAyMDIwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTE5ODcyMQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, football, business, conferences - **Event Name**: Crushing It! Pickleball for Young Adult Survivors - **Description**: Pickleball for Young Adult Cancer Survivors! Smash Park Des Moines Monday. December 7, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Above + Beyond Cancer is connecting Young Adult Cancer Survivors (ages 18-40) with one another for good times and laughter. Get ready to meet - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Mon, 07 Dec at 05:00 pm – Mon, 07 Dec at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/crushing-it-pickleball-for-young-adult-survivors/200029869641613 - **Venue**: Smash Park Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85NzcwZTVmZTNkMjdhNzk0NTRkOTdkMDY4OWFlNDQyMGU5N2E3MGZjZjA1MDc1N2RjNDQ2ZGYyNzJkMDIzMWMyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Q3ZDZkNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTM5MDY2Ng.avif - [View all Sports in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/sports) ## Mindfulness in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Spirit Seeker’s Fair - **Description**: You're Invited! NO ENTRY FEE! Unity Center of Des Moines Spirit Seeker’s Fair Date: October 10, 2026 Time:10am-5pm Location: Unity Center of Des Moines Join us for an uplifting day at the Spirit Seeker’s Fair, hosted by the Unity Center of Des Moin - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 45 - **Date**: Sat, 10 Oct at 10:00 am – Sat, 10 Oct at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/spirit-seekers-fair/200030446743259 - **Venue**: 414 31st St, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy80Y2U2NDM4YWJkZDg3ODhkZGM1OGUxNjQ3Y2Q0NGUwNTYxNzQzZTEwYzJiMmFlZGY1MTcyZmNkZDdhNDBlYTIxLXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjZjhlOGM4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NTEwNzgx.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, workshops, spiritual - **Event Name**: R+R Ritual: Pilates + Sound Bath at Surety Hotel - **Description**: Join Rive Pilates and Resonate Healing at the Surety Hotel for a 2-hour immersive experience that blends intentional mat Pilates with deeply grounding sound healing. 45 minutes of mat Pilates flow led by Rive 1 hour of sound healing led by Resonate Heali - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun, 18 Oct at 10:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rr-ritual-pilates-sound-bath-at-surety-hotel/200030453485502 - **Venue**: 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9iZDE1ODk0ZDhlNDc0MmY3NjIwZjU4OWIyMGNjODQwYTM1OTVlNmQyNDgxMWU3YjUyYTI2ZTY0MTE4MjczNjM0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5OS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY4NzMyMw.avif - **Categories**: pilates, health-wellness - **Event Name**: Reiki Master Workshop, Des Moines IA - **Description**: September 12, 2026 Reiki Master Workshop (6-10pm) Clarion Inn, Des Moines Be attuned and certified to be a Reiki Master 13th in the lineage of Dr Mikao Usui, Founder from Japan. At the conclusion of the workshop you will receive your Ready to Frame Reiki - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Fri, 11 Sep at 07:00 pm – Fri, 11 Sep at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/reiki-master-workshop-des-moines-ia/200030204800755 - **Venue**: Clarion Inn, Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9hOWQyZTA3MTViNjkyMDkyMDExODIxNzlkYTQ3ZjI4ZWQzOGUxZjFkNmE2Y2M4OTg3NDExMWI2NDY1Y2RlOTY1LXJpbWctdzY4Ni1oNTIzLWRjYzRjMGJiLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MTUyMjU0.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, workshops, festivals - **Event Name**: Sound Healing + Reiki - **Description**: During the 45 minute class you will receive support in relieving stress, tension, and anxiety to restore your own foundation of health, energy, and vitality. The session will start with a short, guided meditation as you relax with Sound Healing, allowing - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Fri, 04 Sep at 10:00 am – Fri, 04 Sep at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/sound-healing-reiki/200030402015323 - **Venue**: Inner Space Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81ODQ2MzI3OWE4YThjZmRmZjA1ZmJhYzM1MDQzNzJhZGEzYzQxMmU2ZDQ0ZmJiNjQ3ZmEyNzA3MWE4MGYyOGZhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTk4MzUzMA.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, Workshops - **Event Name**: Paige Beginner Mobility Flow - **Description**: Join us for a beginner-friendly mobility flow focused on full body mobility and guided stretching. All fitness levels welcome. Perfect for beginners looking to improve flexibility in a supportive environment. - **Date**: Sun, 17 Feb at 05:00 pm – Sun, 17 Feb at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/paige-beginner-mobility-flow/100001989632732061 - **Venue**: To Be Announced - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Paige+Beginner+Mobility+Flow&date=Sun%2C+17+Feb+at+05%3A00+pm&bg=2 - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - [View all Mindfulness in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/mindfulness) ## Fashion Show in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Forever in Love: Bridal Show - **Description**: Meet Central Iowa's best wedding vendors all under one roof! Free admission. Shop, sip & celebrate your big day! ✨About this Event💍✨ Your dream wedding starts HERE! ✨💍Join us for the Forever in Love Bridal Show - **Date**: Sun, 11 Oct at 11:00 am – Sun, 11 Oct at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/forever-in-love-bridal-show/100001993474280235 - **Venue**: Events Center West - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy83OTQ5MmFkNGVkY2MzOWRjYzAzMjM0NzI4YjFlZGE2ZTY0YTkxZTYxMGZhOThlZTIwMjM0YmY2YjRlNGFiYmNhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg0OC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODM1NTczNjA.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 13 - **Categories**: exhibitions, photography - **Event Name**: Kelsey Cook Tickets - **Description**: Fun, confident, and effortlessly chic ✨ Mom Jeans inspired by Kelsey Cook — the perfect blend of comfort, style, and everyday versatility. #KelseyCook #MomJeans #DenimFashion - **Date**: Sat, 21 Nov at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/kelsey-cook-tickets/200030490825016 - **Venue**: Des Moines Funny Bone - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wNmU5NjFhM2Q1NmZhYzI2ZWQ0MjcwNjFkN2VkZTVjMmE2N2E2OWU3MzA5ZWI5NjUwMzg1MGI0ZTBjOTdlMWNhLXJpbWctdzExMDAtaDYxOS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTU3MzM3Ng.avif - **Event Name**: Lumen: The Art of Fashion🎭 - **Description**: ✨ THE ART OF FASHION ✨ Lumen Arts Productions is proud to present The Art of Fashion, an evening celebrating creativity, design, and artistic expression through fashion. 📅 August 29, 2026 🕖 Doors Open at 7:00 PM 📍 The Shop DSM 901 Cherry Street Des Moin - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 24 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 07:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lumen-the-art-of-fashion/200030306669549 - **Venue**: The Shop DSM - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy83YTFiMmZlOWYzNGIyZDYwNTA4YzA0MDRmNDBmZDBiYjJiY2UzNjhiMjE5OGI5Y2NlY2M0ZDc0NjNlNjNmNjhiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGNmOGU4ZDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU4MDQ5MzQ.avif - **Categories**: art, calendar - **Event Name**: Fabrics for Fabrics Fundraiser Pop-Up Boutique! - **Description**: FABRICS FOR FABRICS FUNDRAISER POP-UP BOUTIQUE Looking for a stunning prom dress, a sharp tuxedo, a vintage statement piece, or a wild new costume? The community opened up their closets, and we have gathered an incredible collection of high-end gown - **Date**: Sun, 23 Aug at 08:00 am – Sun, 23 Aug at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/fabrics-for-fabrics-fundraiser-pop-up-boutique/200030503094429 - **Venue**: 105 S 11th st, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvYWRjZjVjMjY5ZTRkYjdlYWE2MGY0M2JiODlmOWMxNDNhMDMyOWMyYjk3YWI2NGIyZmU2NGIzYWEzNDhmMjQxNy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg4MDAtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU3ODcxNjk.avif - **Categories**: Art, Nonprofit - [View all Fashion Show in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/fashion-show) ## Art in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Social Saturday: Silent Disco! - **Description**: Join the Des Moines Art Center’s August Social Saturday event: Silent Disco! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios, a scavenger hunt, a special Silent Disco to dance your heart out (hosted by Iowa Silent Disco), a guided tour, storytime, treats in the Ar - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 248 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 11:00 am – Sat, 08 Aug at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/social-saturday-silent-disco/200030413235117 - **Venue**: Des Moines Art Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zMjI3NjZjZTk2MWQ2YjliOGU4OGE5NzYwODMxYzZlYzBkZGI4NTI2OTk4NmFmZDA1Y2IwYzUyZDNkZjNhNWY5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzU4NjhhOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYxMzk5OA.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, art, exhibitions - **Event Name**: Art in Full Flight - **Description**: Dive into creativity and soar with stunning art at Art in Full Flight—where imagination takes wing!About this EventArt in Full FlightArt in Full Flight is a special gallery experience featuring the work of Io - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 02:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/art-in-full-flight/100001995052686290 - **Venue**: Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81YzY0MjFhMzdkODYyNTgxMzcxMGEyNGYxMjAzOGRiYjdjN2U2YTljY2Y3ODBjYzg0MTc2NmRkY2I0NmEzOWVmLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNlZGYyZWYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1MDI1OTg5.avif - **Price**: USD 42 - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Honeycomb Stained Glass Art - **Description**: Join expert artists from Driftless Glassworks to create a one-of-a-kind stained glass honeycomb! At this fun workshop, you will learn the basic techniques of stained glass art and create your own finished project, ready to display. All tools and supplies - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 09:00 am – Sat, 29 Aug at 11:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/honeycomb-stained-glass-art/200030438831801 - **Venue**: 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy84NzQ0MzZlYTMyODI1NWZkZmY4ZTBhMTg2YTU0ZTczZTc1OTVkMjViMWYxMTFkOTlmMzhiMDM2MWU5NTBkN2Y5LXJpbWctdzQ5Mi1oMjg3LWRjOTg5ODg4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1NDE0NTA3.avif - **Categories**: art, workshops - **Event Name**: CLASS: Collaging Workshop - **Description**: Collaging Workshop Monday, August 17 1:00-3:00 PM Instructor: Michael Lundberg $35 Ages: 14+ Learn how to create and compose collages with 2-D materials and gel medium. Whether you create handmade cards or want to make a mixed media painting, this worksh - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Mon, 17 Aug at 01:00 pm – Mon, 17 Aug at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/class-collaging-workshop/200030329844732 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8zYWVlZTMyZGNlYjdjNDlhNThiMjJhMTczOGQ5ZGI2ZDA0NzQ3MmU5ZTBhODMyMjFkNGRkMjY5ZjAxMTFlNzk5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkyNy1kY2U4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTY2ODUzMA.avif - **Categories**: workshops, art, fine-arts, contests - [View all Art in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/art) ## Fitness in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Never Settle Day- 2026 - **Description**: NEVER SETTLE DAY- Fitness Festival Choose Your Way to Show Up. Never Settle Day is a high-energy, community-powered event focused on mental wellness, physical fitness, and motivation. It’s a day designed to bring people together through movement, positi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 74 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 09:00 am – Sat, 08 Aug at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/never-settle-day-2026/200029893836911 - **Venue**: Water Works Park Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8zMzg5ZThmNWFkZjU4M2EyOWVlY2NhNmIwYmYwMGY3YmQwYTgzNDJmMWUzYWE0OWNhZDBhODE3ODA4YmQxZjdlLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDE0NDAtZGNmOGI4ZTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU2MDczMzU.avif - **Categories**: pilates, health-wellness, festivals, marathons, contests, dance, entertainment - **Event Name**: Land, Sand & Water WOD #1 - **Description**: Traveling Saturday workouts that will provide unique terrain challenges around Des Moines area. #strongertogetherAbout this EventJoin us Saturday August 29th at Raccoon River for our first WOD of our Outdoor Series. This - **Date**: Sat, 29 Aug at 08:30 am – Sat, 29 Aug at 09:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/land-sand-and-water-wod-1/100001996640022054 - **Venue**: Raccoon River Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wYjc5YTYzZDlhZDU2ZjNjMWUwMWMxZmEzNTgzMjQ2NjlmMmE5MzczODA0ZmEyMDY3ZmY4MjljYjdjYjU1NTI2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyMy1kY2U4ZThkOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODU4ODI4MjU.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Sports - **Event Name**: Deadlift - Beyond the Basics Workshop - **Description**: By the end of our Deadlift - Beyond the basics workshop you will: Learn how to refine your deadlift biomechanics to find an ideal setup position for a strong conventional deadlift Be introduced to the basics of the sumo deadlift Be introduced to a defi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - **Date**: Sun, 23 Aug at 12:00 pm – Sun, 23 Aug at 01:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/deadlift-beyond-the-basics-workshop/200030034008503 - **Venue**: 1430 Locust Street, Ste. 102, Des Moines, Iowa - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOTk2Mjc0OWVkMDBlNDJlY2UzMGNmNDJlOTFmYWVmODAxZGQ2ZDI1ZGQ0MGVjOTRhNTk1Y2ExNTQ4YmI0MWJkNS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGMxODE4MTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODU5MTIxNzg.avif - **Categories**: workshops, it - **Event Name**: Total Training for Cancer Survivors: Wellmark YMCA - **Description**: Total Training is a small group personal training class for Cancer Survivors in any chapter of their journey. This class is taught by a Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer and includes; goal setting, nutrition wellness coaching, cardio, weight resistance tr - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri, 04 Sep at 11:45 am – Fri, 04 Sep at 12:45 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/total-training-for-cancer-survivors-wellmark-ymca/200030402026600 - **Venue**: Wellmark YMCA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kMThlMDMxYWNlNWE1MTU2OTUyNDM2MDhmZjU2ZjI0N2M3YzBhMmEwZTYzNmRlNjMxODg0YzE5YzgyY2IzNzVkLXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjNTgxODE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2MDI1Mjc2.avif - **Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness - [View all Fitness in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/fitness) ## Painting in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Apple Cider & Autumn Leaves - **Description**: Sip warm apple cider while learning watercolor basics, then experiment with rich fall colors to create a fall wreath picture.About this EventCelebrate the colors of fall with a cozy evening of apple cider - **Date**: Fri, 18 Sep at 05:30 pm – Fri, 18 Sep at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/apple-cider-and-autumn-leaves/100001996348060790 - **Venue**: Collaborate DSM - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84NTA0MWVkYWQ5ZjMxZDE4MzgwYWI3NjQ4YTQyNjA3MzdhZTU1MWVlMzIwN2FjMjFkNzk0ZGRjYzU1YTYzY2EzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNkOGQ4YzgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1ODIwMTA0.avif - **Price**: USD 31 - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, workshops - **Event Name**: CLASS: Funky Fish Collage - **Description**: Funky Fish Collage Saturday, August 8 3:00-5:00 PM Instructor: Cathy Pinegar $30 Ages: 11+ In this workshop, you will build textural backgrounds by using vintage sheet music and newsprint to create a base for watercolor washes and illustration of a whims - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - **Date**: Sat, 08 Aug at 03:00 pm – Sat, 08 Aug at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/class-funky-fish-collage/200030177617830 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy81YjFmOWY5MjQzMmZhNzFjZDRjMzc4ZWMyODNmNDBiNGU4YWJjMzExODAwMmFkNWNkOTQyM2UxNWMyMWM5MmQ2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg0OC1kY2U4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTczMDQ4Nw.avif - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Paint & Sip at FatPat's — Downtown DSM! - **Description**: Join us for a paint and sip event at FatPat's Burgers & Hotdogs, located inside Ta'Chido After Dark! We're painting "Margaritas by the Pool" on canvas. Registration includes two hours of instruction, all supplies, and a completed 11x14-inch canvas pai - **Date**: Tue, 25 Aug at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/paint-and-sip-at-fatpats-—-downtown-dsm/200030492861018 - **Venue**: Ta'Chido After Dark - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9lNjc1ZDc1MDVhNGE3YzBlY2VkZTg1MjY3OTRhMDczYTA3N2E3NDRjM2E0OWJkZmNlMjU3NmM0OTQyMWExNTBiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4NzgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTYxNDE3Nw.avif - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Dandilion Flower Garden Fused Glass Workshop - **Description**: Join us for our latest snack and create fused glass class. Make two fused glass peices with stands. All materials and instruction provided. Cost includes all your materials, instruction, and $10 ChaCha's gift card given the day of the event. Seeting - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 133 - **Date**: Sat, 22 Aug at 12:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/dandilion-flower-garden-fused-glass-workshop/200030318289936 - **Venue**: ChaCha's Hiland Bakery - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80OGY3NzRhNmE0ZDJkMWY5NTVjODA5MjllNDZhNDQ1ODNkZTliNTk1NDYxZDE2ZjAzNWYyNjQwMTg4MjE1ZWI1LXJpbWctdzExOTUtaDg5Ni1kY2I4YjhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjAyNDY5Nw.avif - **Categories**: Workshops - [View all Painting in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/painting) ## Artists & Performers on Tour in Des Moines - **Artist**: The Script - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/the-script - **Artist**: HARDY - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/hardy - **Artist**: Riley Green - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/riley-green - **Artist**: Thomas Rhett - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/thomas-rhett - **Artist**: Tucker Wetmore - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/tucker-wetmore - **Artist**: Standly - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/standly - **Artist**: Kansas - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/kansas - **Artist**: Andy Grammer - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/andy-grammer - **Artist**: Lupe Fiasco - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/lupe-fiasco - **Artist**: Hoobastank - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/hoobastank - **Artist**: Travis Tritt - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/travis-tritt - **Artist**: Kameron Marlowe - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/kameron-marlowe - **Artist**: The Head And The Heart - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/the-head-and-the-heart - **Artist**: Cornelio Vega y su Dinastia - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/cornelio-vega-y-su-dinastia - **Artist**: Alacranes Musical - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/alacranes-musical - **Artist**: Priscilla Block - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/priscilla-block - **Artist**: Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/scott-bradlee-s-postmodern-jukebox - **Artist**: Danny Gokey - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/danny-gokey - **Artist**: Patrulla 81 - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/patrulla-81 - **Artist**: Everclear - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/everclear - **Artist**: Joe Nichols - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/joe-nichols - **Artist**: Larry Fleet - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/larry-fleet - **Artist**: Colby Acuff - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/colby-acuff - **Artist**: En Vogue - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/en-vogue - **Artist**: Blackberry Smoke - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/blackberry-smoke - (more artists omitted) ## Browse Events in Des Moines by Date - [Events Today in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/today) - [Events This Weekend in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend) - [Events in August 2026 in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/august) - [Events in September 2026 in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/september) ## Moments from Events in Des Moines - **Review**: "My niece met Blippi,I can't believe I got to meet Blippi! she said ,that moment was priceless!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Travlin Y. - **Event**: BLUFF BLAST X VICTORY CHEER & TUMBLE at 1820 US-278, Hokes Bluff, AL, United States, Alabama 35903 - **Date**: 2026-08-06 00:49:57 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/26/c0faed73574d2a9d39fb9f9723d8f7/images/IMG_20260801_134943_2.webp - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6b248110-8760-11f0-843a-7355fa01ccad-rimg-w200-h200-dc051e27-gmir - **Review**: "the venue was awesome the bands: serpent skirt, phantom eyes with hollow veins and casa de brujas 💯" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Namaste Pratt - **Event**: Casa De Brujas, The Phantom Eyes and Serpentskirt at Substation - **Date**: 2026-08-05 19:21:16 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/b9/24fbd3ae854918bdca49c51f9fbb7c/images/IMG_20260802_202310.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJZrdj8dymOKDrROH-cttcf7rB-Xf0OBWO3z285wNd6nA4ds_sdQQ=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "There were quite a few people there! The store is large,clean & has great employees!Josh Mindy Lisa!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Travlin Y. - **Event**: Ribbon Cutting for Rural King at 280 N 3rd St, Gadsden, AL 35901-3201, United States - **Date**: 2026-08-06 00:54:01 - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6b248110-8760-11f0-843a-7355fa01ccad-rimg-w200-h200-dc051e27-gmir - **Review**: "such a great time!!!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Tonya Hinshaw - **Event**: Falls City Pride 2026 at Falls City, Oregon - **Date**: 2026-08-05 18:00:14 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/3e/5b0beab73046558b6e0967798b5fc1/images/1f84b625dd92f77f8d00846797d29f57a8d00291d8ac964dce2ad624c0ee6e19_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIh2H4AeMchhwUZamiUnpjTpcNcQuw2abYMdPjztLT3xlqPg0voGQ=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Excellent experience the best hundred percent support" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Mr.David Albizu - **Event**: Back to School Bash Farmers Market at Lake House - **Date**: 2026-08-05 16:24:20 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/d8/8d1e0f1ff24512abd055733a67af71/images/5410226a486f7854c4f5d303aa34c357f9cca6037320f691c08b03da6253a527_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKZvgjCJjDBIopJen_YwMmBu76LZK0TMS7c81DVck-SREZsAuA=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "this is a great event that needs to continue every month." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: nathaniel rooney - **Event**: Spokane Valley Summer Sizzle Craft & Vendor Market at Spokane Valley Mall - **Date**: 2026-08-05 14:11:24 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/57/fef0696c9842e3915f1f729461f91f/images/image_picker_7B21951A-F9A9-4958-B72C-DB50F2462BD4-29936-000011357F9D3A63.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJnNPHO99KSRyr4t5mjXPmifVmxFY0Scrqq0rc_Ns5t1LrNDOWQ=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Wonderful line dance lesson by Ashley before the Barn Cats perform." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Linda Marie Lorenz - **Event**: The Barn Cats @ The Bremerton Elks Lodge at Bremerton Elks Lodge BPOE 1181 - **Date**: 2026-08-04 15:56:47 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/d8/44cb6b56cd47e082595e85d77863fe/images/654252f6b1c914beb054b8b8898954258898420d73f0fa2ce5140c172a07c987_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLVE9Ee8e0xrw-T6CDNx37OmDjmiSTxU9MxEPNtn4dPuXxJyn40fw=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "it was so much fun for my grandson, my best friend and myself. There was something for everyone." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Pamela Bennett - **Event**: Delran’s Freedom Fest at Delran Community Park - **Date**: 2026-08-05 20:49:04 - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/fc636300-7bcd-11f1-bdfc-2342bfd01096-rimg-w200-h200-dc171717-gmir - **Review**: "Fun Country Band! Great to listen and dance!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Linda Marie Lorenz - **Event**: The Barn Cats @ The Bremerton Elks Lodge at Bremerton Elks Lodge BPOE 1181 - **Date**: 2026-08-03 17:56:07 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fe/f9e3551b4b4d9c98e6fe9f34e32a95/images/654252f6b1c914beb054b8b8898954258898420d73f0fa2ce5140c172a07c987_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLVE9Ee8e0xrw-T6CDNx37OmDjmiSTxU9MxEPNtn4dPuXxJyn40fw=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "From a vendor’s perspective it was Great event, one of the best organized show that I attend. Great staff, easy load an and out." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Judy Mode - **Event**: Craftsmen's Summer Classic - Myrtle Beach, SC - July 31 - Aug 2 at Myrtle Beach Convention Center - **Date**: 2026-08-03 16:13:03 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/d3/4510f4958640c99b8790a8ba036e9b/images/IMG_1001.webp - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1b5435dcdf110b17a0df3ffac158a584553836cef1eff927ea7c8c739ba1f811-rimg-w200-h200-dc201d1e-gmir?v=1727211606 - **Review**: "We had unlimited fun!!! 🎉🥳 Just FANTASTIC!!! We all got a chance to get away from e-sickness for a few wonderful hours. Everything was beautifully organized—well decorated, neat and clean, with an excellent menu, warm hospitality, outstanding service, and absolutely delicious dishes. A very special thank you to the young and energetic crew for organizing such a memorable event. My kids also had the opportunity to experience some new games for the very first time, especially Carrom Board, which they thoroughly enjoyed. I truly appreciate all your hard work, dedication, and effort in making this event such a great success. Thank you for giving us such a joyful and unforgettable experience! ❤️👏" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Nilambary Mukti - **Event**: Carrom and Chai at Chai-Wallah - **Date**: 2026-08-02 18:41:54 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ab/a04088ce914d6dabdbe5fb3e18d99e/images/IMG_8563.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXWGldcYoFb6FysgrgjoSc4DhoZqts6qhoeBzQPGYMeFRYJ2bUx7QsVLW4QxaY01oEerxtL76wnYM6WYL_FL4wd7oPApe-amCotHwXcjnzv4Tkrr2PnxINt3cXA2ik5WxnBzukw_0EkoK_3HmIh-n5klbRQZJ2uNDIzKeJfpI0-FdWfWOVG68Px87JcHvtaES836yB97RZzjpVQoxVXXHJM1Nrn3voHPBa3p345K--1rtJvACt6_tBCeBmOh698WGhPqT_Tc47Sh6kHSrDjRzbLO5o6kDKVHmdzJR-z4m98qdlnOHMNkW-xZXdsp3p3s6DeZ7HtgIjgdEQTux_lOYiFTQRcnBq-VO4xMxpYj45bqrBVH-yMgWEIQ3MvHMjIm4C4q4jLtcWCgS42_ZRneThP6dRmAmZhPLl0F24v9sguTIKILuyIt7y-0UrrvqL-hjO6V0-ejOG1IIzvt7sklDdyH1uSLxmu2SzV9remUzVy8A4a3H42r14lGoGZBz2zjvpMgJJ2Aej5SXr82pYElrcs3TTx8tTf3-3VOkugPOYFDjsZxRVxpw8xdBZUh71yCcUXzZ4WKmXEklBoJ8vYre2keO9fbKPCD7yaMfp6rOCine20n9RAyvSRuoUsc67VSLMq_bhiOIK8nxKp_PsHYoDJFYikbaFbVLAbv1DT-MxgW4gIBQxUfzU9aAls9pBYKNz-RAt2IxmP0GN97cBzBV0sQr9GLAjhgRQsJh5kQRnmthkBYi2vVDYOfbkzRxvG14HvUeSWC-bp7mpZ5-jDqQ5lsE9oD4upL1qTiyuNos2k4wLGuo8AHWEN3iAo9YxQZGONzckuEWrIr-vVnKFp7ueCNSiIn7P_MhbSE6gS8_VQzXmgu6Ntlgha1rWfIS8itnJVU0-7TDp2fAafb8AiOzPOyUUV6Cb8gLSBoy3U8R6GYPsYg9EZta0C7H1-iaFeGwJLYzDA_Z0Pha3OjIx4-YW - **Review**: "God is Wonderful and has made me wonderful… In one encounter my Almond Budded, Blossom and Brought forth Fruits… IJCN.Amen" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Prince Austin Iserhienrhien - **Event**: NSSPD USA PRAYER conference at 28505 Southwest Fwy, Rosenberg, TX - **Date**: 2026-08-02 16:47:17 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/38/d24b1de6774f9a99537cdd3c56aecb/images/IMG_7935.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLwlyukZUj46ttHG6UNJ-bmIUUBZ4O8YygUllYnQ6559Y1Qkrc6=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "The Yenko Corvette was amazing!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: John Tubbs - **Event**: Gandrud 2026 Car Show 24th Annual at 919 Auto Plaza Dr, Green Bay, WI, United States, Wisconsin 54302 - **Date**: 2026-08-05 19:53:23 - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKqjE7DwVJcm6fubZFN_5knyLfs3MukbihdU6jx4NFMKjr-hA=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "I thought it was great! I don't know how many people are involved with the group, but given the limited space, they did excellently with the skits they put on. Their explanation of historical events was well done. If I weren't elderly, I'd work with them. Great people!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Rick Losa - **Event**: Wild West Fest 2026 at Mountain Run Winery - **Date**: 2026-08-02 14:48:12 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/3a/d7e832bd374eb48529fec3fe9a73a7/images/2226a88a-acbe-4df4-b2d2-4f32b16874d3-1_all_3662.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIZSnGpAQoOzXf4OXvKBTf7fapPloysAvmBFpSTklp6UZRMdlAm=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Great event! Keep up your hard work!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: gordon bronitsky - **Event**: NMAFC Grand Opening & 20th Anniversary Celebration at 1503 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102-1708, United States - **Date**: 2026-08-02 14:43:25 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/e6/f9e7c8c12941a59304d3dbfbb02d72/images/IMG_2925.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - (more moments omitted) ## Frequently Asked Questions - **Q**: What are the top events happening in Des Moines? - **A:** Here are the top events in Des Moines: West Des Moines Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!) (Thu, 06 Aug at 07:00 pm, at Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED), Des Moines), FREE Iowa Home Expo, October 2026 (Fri, 09 Oct at 12:00 pm, at Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines), FREE Iowa Home Expo March 2027 (Sun, 14 Mar at 12:00 pm, at Iowa State Fairgrounds – Jacobson Exhibition Center, Des Moines), TLC Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue (Mon, 17 Aug at 06:00 pm, at Iowa State Fair, Des Moines), 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair (Fri, 14 Aug, at Iowa State Fair, Des Moines). - **Q**: Which kind of events are trending in Des Moines? - **A:** The top trending event categories in Des Moines include Fall Festivals, Festivals, Car Shows, Live Music, Free Events. - **Q**: How can I find events happening in Des Moines? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Des Moines on AllEvents.in. Browse by category, date, or venue to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for 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 event venues in Des Moines? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Des Moines include Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED), Iowa State Fairgrounds, Iowa State Fairgrounds – Jacobson Exhibition Center, Iowa State Fair, Des Moines, IA. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Des Moines? - **A:** Follow Des Moines on AllEvents.in to receive notifications when new events are listed in your city. ## Des Moines at a Glance - **Total Upcoming Events**: 2,360 - **Featured Events**: 4 - **Followers**: 11,885 - **Trending Now**: This Weekend: 113, Free Events: 54, Live Music: 114 ## Trending Categories in Des Moines - [Live Music (114 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/live-music) - [This Weekend (113 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend) - [Free Events (54 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-events) - [Festivals (52 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/festivals) - [Car Shows (9 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/car-shows) - [Fall Festivals (3 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/fall-festivals) - [Carnivals (1 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/carnivals) - [Labor Day (1 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/labor-day) - [Oktoberfest (1 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/oktoberfest) - [Pumpkin Patch (1 events)](https://allevents.in/des-moines/pumpkin-patch) ## Seasonal & Special Events in Des Moines - [Labor Day Events in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/labor-day) - [Navratri Events In Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/navratri) - [Best Pumpkin Patches Near Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/pumpkin-patch) ## Explore Des Moines - [Fall Festivals Events Near Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/fall-festivals) - [Events & Things To Do In Des Moines This Weekend](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend) - [Car Shows 2026 In United States](https://allevents.in/events/car-shows-in-usa) - [Des Moines Festival Guide 2026](https://allevents.in/des-moines/festivals) - [Labor Day 2026 Events & Celebrations In The USA](https://allevents.in/events/labor-day-celebrations-in-usa) - [Car Shows in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/car-shows) - [Live Music Events Near Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/live-music) - [Free Events In Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/free-events) ## Events in Nearby Cities - [Events in Urbandale, Iowa, United States](https://allevents.in/urbandale) - [Events in Berwick, Iowa, United States](https://allevents.in/berwick-ia) - [Events in West Des Moines, Iowa, United States](https://allevents.in/west des moines) - [Events in Johnston, Iowa, United States](https://allevents.in/johnston-ia) - [Events in Clive, Iowa, United States](https://allevents.in/clive) - [Events in Norwalk, Iowa, United States](https://allevents.in/norwalk-ia)