# History events in Des Moines, Today and Upcoming History events in Des Moines - **Subtitle**: All History events in Des Moines, Iowa. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Des Moines like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance - **Category**: ## About All History events in Des Moines, Iowa. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Des Moines like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance ## Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 2026 Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Commemorates America 250! - **Description**: https://dva.iowa.gov/events/veterans-day-iowa-state-fair-parade-america-250 Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Celebrates America 250 The annual Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade will celebrate America 250 this year Aug. 17th at 11a.m., - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 166 - **Date**: Mon Aug 17 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-veterans-day-at-the-iowa-state-fair-parade-commemorates-america-250/200029724091738 - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy81MWNkMjdlYjIzZThhNDliZjgzYmJlOTM4MWQ1NGI5YTlhNDAwNWY5YjcyOTVhZmE4M2M2NWYyNDVkZDNmYjJiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kY2E3YTM5Ni1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDU0Nzg0OA.avif - **Categories**: parades - **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 Aug 20 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Aug 20 2026 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**: fitness, Workshops, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Gabriel House Sessions-IT’S ALIVE! - **Description**: πŸŽƒKick off the Halloween season with a KILLER art show here at The Gabriel House sponsored by The Des Moines Historical Society! πŸŽƒEnjoy unique local art, live music on the porch, and history of the gorgeous historic Gabriel House. What secrets will you d - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 108 - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Oct 03 2026 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8yOTFmYWIyYTYzNTJkMDMxYTNmM2U2Y2E2NzJiODlhMTVlZDkzOTA1ZjEwODIxNzhlNTVhM2M2YjJlZjYwZjg5LXJpbWctdzk2MC1oNTAyLWRjZDlkNmRjLWdtaXI_dj0xNzg1MzQxNTQ1.avif - **Categories**: art, music, entertainment, performances, live-music, crafts, halloween - **Event Name**: A Grand Open House at Butler House - **Description**: 🏰 Step inside one of Grand Avenue's historic architectural treasures. Join the Des Moines Historical Society for A Grand Open House at Butler House, a special opportunity to explore one of Des Moines' finest English Tudor homes. Built between 1921 and 1 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 197 - **Date**: Sat Aug 01 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Aug 01 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/a-grand-open-house-at-butler-house/200030346914049 - **Venue**: Butler House on Grand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8yZmQwMTdjZDI5MDk4YTJmYzYxOTQxNmY2OTI1NDIwNzBiYzg4NjA1ZTA3NmQ0OTA2NWE4N2U1YWFkOTZhNTJjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUwMC1kY2MwZGJmNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTI1OTQxOQ.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: 120 - **Date**: Thu Aug 06 2026 at 04:30 pm – Thu Aug 06 2026 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8wMWVlZGM4OWVkZmFlMzQ5NTNmMTQ4ZDhiZGE2MmJiZGVjMDEzMTMwODZjZjU5M2YzYzgyNTAyZjQzZjM2ZjFlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU4OS1kYzE3MTcxMy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTI4MDcwMw.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: History Happy Hour at Waveland Golf Course Clubhouse - **Description**: Join the Des Moines Historical Society for a casual evening of local history, conversation, and community at the historic Waveland Golf Course Clubhouse. Whether you're a longtime history enthusiast, a golfer, or simply curious about the history of Des Mo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 71 - **Date**: Thu Jul 30 2026 at 04:30 pm – Thu Jul 30 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/history-happy-hour-at-waveland-golf-course-clubhouse/200030220887213 - **Venue**: Waveland Golf Course - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lMzA0M2RhNTEzZGViZGE1MzgyMTY5OGEwYzI3NzRkYzU4NjFkMjgyMDVmMTY3YmMwM2RmY2UzMTAyYTI2NDRiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUwMC1kY2VmZjJmNi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDc3ODIxNQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, workshops - **Event Name**: Crossroads: A Journey With The Blues @ Central-DMPL ft. Tom Buckmiller & Steve Vasquez - **Description**: Tom and Steve will bring the history of The Blues from the delta up through Chicago and beyond! Tom will bring his interpretation of great Blues. Steve will bring the stories of "The Old Guys", and his extensive travels through the Mississippi backroads - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 22 - **Date**: Sun Aug 30 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/crossroads-a-journey-with-the-blues-central-dmpl-ft-tom-buckmiller-and-steve-vasquez/200030177659701 - **Venue**: Des Moines Public Library (Central) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hZGVkN2RkZDU1MDM5NjcwYzkxZGFkM2ZmMTFmMGEyNjc5Y2Q1ODZmYjgxOGRiNWNkODkzYzliMzk5OWRkZjdkLXJpbWctdzY4My1oNjgzLWRjMWExNzE0LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg0MDExMTQ0.avif - **Event Name**: Treaty Oak Revival - **Date**: Fri Aug 07 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/treaty-oak-revival/2300030419026046 - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wOWIxZWM3MC04OGNiLTExZjEtYjZjOC1lZjQxMzdkOGRjYjAtcmltZy13ODE5LWgxMDI0LWRjMmYzMjMwLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTA1NDEwNA.avif - **Event Name**: Mark Twain Tonight - Des Moines - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Des Moines Civic Center 🏠 Address: 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5873, -93.6205✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Mark Twain Tonight - Des Moines, where every moment promises to b - **Date**: Sun Feb 21 2027 at 01:00 am – Sun Feb 21 2027 at 03:00 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/mark-twain-tonight-des-moines/3200030006308519 - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Mark+Twain+Tonight+-+Des+Moines&date=Sun+Feb+21+2027+at+01%3A00+am&bg=5 - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures - **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 Jan 27 2027 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**: Waveland Trolley Loop Ice Cream Social - **Description**: Join the Des Moines Historical Society and the Waveland Trolley Loop Foundation for an evening of community, conversation, and local history at the Waveland Trolley Loop Monument. Meet fellow supporters, learn more about the missions of both organization - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 23 - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Sep 10 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/waveland-trolley-loop-ice-cream-social/200030254383610 - **Venue**: Waveland Trolley Loop - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kNzU0ZDU0ZTU5YzZhMzdhZTIzMzJmZDNlMGMyMzkzMjg5YjY0OGE2NzRlMzUwZTczYzA5ZWI2ZDE0ZGQwMDQxLXJpbWctdzExNTgtaDQ3OC1kYzc5N2E3NS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDk2OTA1MA.avif - **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.πŸ“š Join us for this page-turning, historically accurate and entertaining tour! βš”οΈTh - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 03 2026 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8xZmUwOWIwYTVhMzA4NWEyMzYwZjlhOTA1YmJjY2RmZDUxZjk4NWYwM2YyNzEyYzYwNDI5Njg3YzJlYTYwYTJlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzg5YWM0Yi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NDAxMDk0MQ.avif - **Categories**: sports - **Event Name**: A&S Night - **Description**: Feel free to bring projects that you are working on. Fighter practice will also be available at Beaverdale Park. Garb (historic clothing) not required. Disclaimers: THE SCA PROHIBITS HARASSMENT AND BULLYING OF ALL INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS. *Participants e - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Mon Aug 17 2026 at 05:30 pm – Mon Aug 17 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/aands-night/200030381360638 - **Venue**: Beaverdale Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvODZiZDQ5ODc2YTUyZTM4OWI3ZGMzMmRkNTYzNGE5YWFjODk2Y2VhMDBmZTkxZThiNTRmMmYxNDk0M2VkOGM4My1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MTItZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pcj92PTE3ODQ2MzA4MjE.avif ## Trending Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: TLC Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ae2fcd30-88c1-11f1-b6c8-ef4137d8dcb0-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc2c1504-gmir.jpg?v=1785050085 - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/51d9b6c0-57d1-11f1-966e-412116278f5b-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc01194c-gmir.jpg?v=1779669196 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b3b2d7601e333ce8208345e8cfa059d6ff5a30bd0bd8813809d7bcb7cd47f991-rimg-w1200-h628-dcffffff-gmir?v=1769488506 - **Event Name**: Staind & Hoobastank - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/6de32140-887c-11f1-b6c8-ef4137d8dcb0-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc141416-gmir.jpg?v=1785020342 - **Event Name**: Hardy with McCoy Moore - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Iowa State Fair Grandstand 🏠 Address: 3000 East Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA 50317 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5952, -93.5509πŸŽ‰ Welcome to Hardy with McCoy Moore, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair Grandstand - **Event Name**: Rod Stewart at Iowa State Fair - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/e6eb9610-7abe-11f1-af72-bfb50b776255-rimg-w1200-h747-dc070201-gmir.jpg?v=1783509576 - **Event Name**: Lainey Wilson - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/5ae3d720-dcc3-11f0-92d3-9dac2cea0017-rimg-w1200-h675-dc313145-gmir.jpg?v=1766139205 - **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-dceaefeb-gmir?v=1784968855 - **Event Name**: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - Des Moines - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Casey's Center 🏠 Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 πŸŒ† City: Des Moines πŸ“ Location: 41.5927, -93.6211✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - Des M - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8f2b8aa0-89d9-11f1-b92e-41b584fdb3c9-rimg-w1200-h800-dc020101-gmir.jpg?v=1785170293 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Des Moines? - **A:** 2026 Veterans Day at the Iowa State Fair Parade Commemorates America 250! (Mon Aug 17 2026 at 11:00 am at Iowa State Fair), Terrace Hill Victorian Dinner (Thu Aug 20 2026 at 06:00 pm at Terrace Hill), Gabriel House Sessions-IT’S ALIVE! (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 01:00 pm at 1701 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA), A Grand Open House at Butler House (Sat Aug 01 2026 at 01:00 pm at Butler House on Grand), History Happy Hour at Hoyt Sherman Place (Thu Aug 06 2026 at 04:30 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place). - **Q**: What events are happening in Des Moines this weekend July 31–2, 2026? - **A:** A Grand Open House at Butler House (Sat Aug 01 2026 at 01:00 pm at Butler House on Grand). - **Q**: What events are happening in Des Moines in July 2026? - **A:** History Happy Hour at Waveland Golf Course Clubhouse (Thu Jul 30 2026 at 04:30 pm at Waveland Golf Course). - **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 Iowa State Fair, Terrace Hill, 1701 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Des Moines? - **A:** Prices for events in Des Moines range from USD 125 to USD 125. 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 Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs, Terrace Hill, Gabriel House DSM. - **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. ## History Events from nearby cities - [History Events in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/history) - [History Events in Clive](https://allevents.in/clive/history)