# Contest Events | List Of All Upcoming Contest Events In Des Moines

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming contest events in Des Moines, find information & tickets for upcoming contest events happening in Des Moines.
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Explore all upcoming contest events in Des Moines, find information & tickets for upcoming contest events happening in Des Moines.

## Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival
  - **Description**: The sizzle returns on April 18th legendary Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival celebrates its 18th edition at the High Life Lounge & El Bait Shop!About this EventThe Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival is heading back to where it all b
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 02:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/18th-blue-ribbon-bacon-festival/100001984323494990
  - **Venue**: The High Life Lounge
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  - **Price**: USD 70
  - **Categories**: festivals, contests, music, entertainment, parties, live-music, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl
  - **Description**: The Official Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl is here! Grab all your friends and explore the best bars in Des Moines for this pub crawl!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/Q2fNjUEMSF4Des Moines Hall
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-halloween-bar-crawl/100001951679167929
  - **Venue**: American Outlaws Bar
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  - **Price**: USD 19 to 31
  - **Categories**: parties, bar-crawls, entertainment, pub-crawl, contests, trips-adventures, holiday
- **Event Name**: Rhythm & Pep Presents: Y2GAY
  - **Description**: Rhythm & Pep Presents: Y2GAY


SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH

Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm

Ages: 18+


TICKETS

• GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET: $20 adv // $25 DoS (+ Fees) 


• VIP PACKAGE: $100 (+ Fees)

For those looking to elevate their night to VIP status, there are
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 27 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rhythm-and-pep-presents-y2gay/200029836329656
  - **Venue**: 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, contests, sports, comedy
- **Event Name**: 2026 Free Range Music & BBQ Festival
  - **Description**: Live music, local BBQ, and craft beverages. Father's Day weekend. Outside on the lawn and family friendly.About this EventTicket Info:· Music + BBQ Pass - $60. (Limited availabilit
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-free-range-music-and-bbq-festival/100001983552696511
  - **Venue**: Jasper Winery
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy83ZDY4MjZlNTJiZTNkMzNmYTM0MWM0ZjdjYWYzZmRmNjZjMmVlMWY5OWEwYTU0MDU3NDY3ZTk1YWU4MGUzNzEyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2U1YmE0Ni1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzIzMzE5Nzc.avif
  - **Price**: USD 0 to 70
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Contests, Festivals, Kids, Sports
- **Event Name**: Pride Idol - Sing for the Crown
  - **Description**: 🎤 Pride Idol 2026 — Sing for the Crown

Get ready to step into the spotlight! Capital City Pride is proud to present Pride Idol 2026, a thrilling live singing competition celebrating the incredible talent of our LGBTQ+ community. Modeled after the beloved
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 07 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pride-idol-sing-for-the-crown/200029827347422
  - **Venue**: The Garden
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy83YmE3MzUxZTJkNzdmYjVhMDIwMWY0YTE2ZDQ5NGYxYWQ0Mzg2NWM2NzIyNGI0Zjc2MDdmY2FhY2JmN2JkY2NjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzMwMzEzMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTIzMDgzMQ.avif
  - **Categories**: entertainment, contests, music, performances, it, lgbt-pride
- **Event Name**: Miss Middle of the Map Pinup Event 2026
  - **Description**: Miss Nitta Nitro from Misfit Gearheads presents the 6th annual Miss Middle of the Map 2026 Pinup Event!
Classic beauties wanted for the Miss Middle of the Map Pinup Event! Get ready to strut your stuff on the main stage at the Des Moines Middle of the Map
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/miss-middle-of-the-map-pinup-event-2026/200029527302441
  - **Venue**: Middle of the Map Tattoo Convention
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy82ZjJlMmZjZDQxYzEwZjRkZjcyNTI2OWM2YTkwNzhlZTJiZjc1MWUyZmM5NGM2NGZkMTExMWZmYjZmYzFkZjA5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1MDAtZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzQ2ODI1MDc.avif
  - **Categories**: contests, business, exhibitions
- **Event Name**: Miss GoodGals Pinup Event 2026
  - **Description**: Miss Nitta Nitro from Misfit Gearheads presents the Miss GoodGals 2026 Pinup Event!

Classic beauties wanted for the Miss GoodGalls Pinup Event! Get ready to strut your stuff on the Anne & Bill Riley stage at the Goodguys Rod & Customs show in Des
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 88
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 04 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/miss-goodgals-pinup-event-2026/200029762980228
  - **Venue**: Iowa State Fairgrounds Anne & Bill Riley Stage
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wZWVkM2EyMzZkODFlOGM2Mzg5NGZiYjQ0ZmVhMjVlYjMxZDYyY2MyZTAwNzUxZGYxYmRiN2YyNGI2OTUzNGI0LXJpbWctdzExNDItaDE3OTUtZGM5ODMxMmUtZ21pcj92PTE3NzUxOTU1MTE.avif
  - **Categories**: contests, workshops, car-shows, fourth-of-july

## Trending Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Moines Area!
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLII  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/39910940-a67b-11f0-871
  - **Venue**: Ashworth Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice   (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Des Moines Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided)
  - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES:
  - **Venue**: Witmer Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: JOURNEY – Des Moines
  - **Description**: Des Moines, Journey is on the way!
The band will fill the arena with passion, power, and timeless hits.
You’ll feel every beat and sing every line.

🎟️ Secure your tickets now for this epic night!
#Journey #DesMoines #CaseysCenter #RockLegends
  - **Venue**: Journey – Des Moines, IA – April 8, 2026
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- **Event Name**: Rod Stewart "One Last Time" Tickets Des Moines IA Iowa State Fair
  - **Description**: Don't miss the Rod Stewart "One Last Time" concert at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Friday, August 14, 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 lo
  - **Venue**: 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317-2465, United States
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- **Event Name**: Luke Bryan with Drew Baldridge, Raelynn and Karley Scott Collins
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Casey's Center
🏠 Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
🌆 City: Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5927, -93.6211🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Luke Bryan with Drew Baldridge, Raelynn and Karley Scott Collins, where extraordinar
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: TLC  Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at TLC  Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Iowa State Fair in dynamic Des Moines, IA, this event will become the ta
  - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair
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- **Event Name**: Lil Wayne at Casey's Center
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Lil Wayne at Casey's Center, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Casey's Center in Des Moines, IA sets the stage f
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/8e7b5d70-2781-11f1-b24a-29e1eb4e9691-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1a1716-gmir.jpg?v=1774357282
- **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
  - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/a2b6f0425c2051d0dde421d7a3bc71fe28fb2c4ccb5418d50edbfc03113d9450-rimg-w1200-h629-dce9efeb-gmir?v=1775181979
- **Event Name**: Rod Stewart at Iowa State Fair
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Rod Stewart at Iowa State Fair, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Iowa State Fair in the heart of Des Moines, IA
  - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/138b6a00-2804-11f1-aadc-c97dd04cf083-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc010204-gmir.jpg?v=1774413340

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am at The High Life Lounge), Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 04:00 pm at American Outlaws Bar), Rhythm & Pep Presents: Y2GAY (Sat Jun 27 2026 at 08:00 pm at 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311), 2026 Free Range Music & BBQ Festival (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 03:00 pm at Jasper Winery), Pride Idol - Sing for the Crown (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Garden).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Des Moines in April 2026?
  - **A:** 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am at The High Life Lounge), Miss Middle of the Map Pinup Event 2026 (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 11:00 am at Middle of the Map Tattoo Convention).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Des Moines on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Des Moines include The High Life Lounge, American Outlaws Bar, 1159 24th Street Des Moines IA 50311.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Des Moines range from USD 19 to USD 70. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Des Moines include JR's SouthPork Ranch, PubCrawls.com, Rhythm & Pep.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Des Moines.

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