# Meetups Events In Des Moines

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: GalaxyCon Des Moines - Friday
  - **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
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## About

Discover meetups in Des Moines designed for every interest and community. From startup networking events and entrepreneur gatherings to coffee meetups, fitness groups, singles meetups, creative communities, and casual social events, there’s always something happening near you.<br>Meetups in Des Moines are a great way to connect with like-minded people, build meaningful relationships, learn new skills, and explore local communities and experiences. Whether you're looking to grow your professional network or simply meet new people, you’ll find events that match your interests and goals.<br><br>
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## Meetups Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: GalaxyCon Des Moines - Friday
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/galaxycon-des-moines-friday/2300029298267937
  - **Venue**: Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **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 Sep 12 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 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
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, theatre, performances, entertainment, kids
- **Event Name**: Des Moines, IOWA - Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow (Sep 5-6)
  - **Description**: We’re so excited to return to the Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines, Iowa on Labor Day weekend, September 5-6! https://www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com/

Harp Twins + Volfgang Twins SHOW TIMES TBA

⚔️ Our shows are free to all faire attendees!
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-iowa-renaissance-faire-at-sleepy-hollow-sep-5-6/200030193142300
  - **Venue**: The  Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow
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  - **Categories**: meetups, meet-and-greet, fireworks
- **Event Name**: Special Author Event - Jodi Picoult
  - **Description**: Don't miss this chance to meet Jodi Picoult, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of By Any Other Name, as she returns to Des Moines!  Jodi had such a great visit in 2024, that she specifically asked to come back— and Beaverdale Books is thrilled to
  - **Date**: Wed Sep 23 2026 at 06:30 am – Wed Sep 23 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/special-author-event-jodi-picoult/200030306607955
  - **Venue**: Franklin Jr High Event Center
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, photography, contests
- **Event Name**: Kevin Smith at GalaxyCon Des Moines
  - **Description**: https://galaxycon.com/blogs/celebrities/kevin-smith
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 57
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/kevin-smith-at-galaxycon-des-moines/200030096160254
  - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center
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- **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**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jason-mewes-at-galaxycon-des-moines/200029725107456
  - **Venue**: Iowa Events Center
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- **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
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 22
  - **Date**: Tue Sep 15 2026 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
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Capital City Card Convention
  - **Description**: Get ready for the ultimate card-collector experience!

Join us at the Capital City Card Convention — Iowa’s largest trading-card convention, bringing together collectors, dealers, fans, and newcomers for three full days of deals, trades, and collectibles.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 03:00 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/capital-city-card-convention/200030631112315
  - **Venue**: 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309
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  - **Categories**: business
- **Event Name**: EmpowerHer Perfume Exchage
  - **Description**: Swap your favorite scents and discover new vibes with the EmpowerHer Perfume Exchange crew!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/2cbdad80-a4ff-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w1200-h459-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Sep 05 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/empowerher-perfume-exchage/100001985379696116
  - **Venue**: Reichardt Community Recreation Center
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  - **Price**: USD 110
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, art, literary-art, shopping, mental-health, contests
- **Event Name**: Leonid & Friends
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsLeonid &amp; Friends has 69 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 Oct 09 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/leonid-and-friends/210003194634739
  - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Des Moines Singles Happy Hour
  - **Description**: Join us for a singles happy hour at Cha Cha's Hiland Bakery!About this EventCurious what to expect? Watch this video explaining how our events are curated to maximize connection.Join us for
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/des-moines-singles-happy-hour/100001998855350160
  - **Venue**: ChaCha’s Hiland Bakery
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  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Joey Harkum
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsJoey Harkum has 6 upcoming events.
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/joey-harkum/210001744464927
  - **Venue**: xBk Live
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Date Me DSM @ Hugo's  40's & 50's
  - **Description**: Join us on Monday, September 14  6-9pm  at Hugo's for a speed dating for singles in their 40's &amp; 50's.About this Event**Please read all information below and FAQ!Join us at Hugo's or a fun and exciting speed da
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Mon Sep 14 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon Sep 14 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/date-me-dsm-hugos-40s-and-50s/100001995684248309
  - **Venue**: Hugo's Wood-Fired Kitchen
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  - **Price**: USD 34
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Summer Silent Book Club at Lucky Horse
  - **Description**: Join us for Silent Book Club at Lucky Horse on the patio! (Note: It might not be THAT quiet...) Read, eat, and grab a drink!About this EventWe're shifting gears for summer and moving our silent book club to the Lucky Hors
  - **Date**: Wed Sep 16 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/summer-silent-book-club-at-lucky-horse/100001989621966862
  - **Venue**: Lucky Horse Beer &amp; Burgers
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: In Person French Conversation Group
  - **Description**: Our French conversation group has been meeting weekly since 1984! It is a relaxed space to improve your French, meet fellow language lovers, and build confidence in speaking. All levels are welcome — even those who just want to listen in!
  - **Date**: Mon Sep 07 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon Sep 07 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/in-person-french-conversation-group/200030641323444
  - **Venue**: Gateway Market &amp; Cafe
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  - **Categories**: Meetups

## Trending Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: Tig Notaro at Hoyt Sherman Place
  - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place
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- **Event Name**: Wicked - Des Moines
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Des Moines Civic Center
🏠 Address: 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
🌆 City: Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5873, -93.6205✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Wicked - Des Moines, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The
  - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center
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- **Event Name**: Wicked - On Tour
  - **Description**: Wicked
Venue: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA
Date: 20 September, 2026
Time: 01:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA
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- **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines, IA
  - **Description**: Wicked
Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA
18 September, 2026 at 07:30 PM
  - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA
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- **Event Name**: Wicked (Touring) - only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsWicked (Touring) has 224 upcoming events.
  - **Venue**: Des Moines Performing Arts Center - Civic Center
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- **Event Name**: Blues Traveler  Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors
  - **Venue**: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
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- **Event Name**: GalaxyCon Des Moines - Friday
  - **Venue**: Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center
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- **Event Name**: Tig Notaro
  - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
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- **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center
  - **Description**: "Join us for an enchanting experience at ""Wicked""! Get ready to be swept away by this phenomenal musical that defies gravity. Click the link below to secure your tickets and witness the spellbinding tale unfold on stage. Don't miss out on this magical j
  - **Venue**: Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** GalaxyCon Des Moines - Friday (Thu Sep 10 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center), Special Author Event - Liane Moriarty (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 03:00 pm at Franklin Jr High Event Center), Des Moines, IOWA - Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow (Sep 5-6) (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 12:00 pm at The  Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow), Special Author Event - Jodi Picoult (Wed Sep 23 2026 at 06:30 am at Franklin Jr High Event Center), Kevin Smith at GalaxyCon Des Moines (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am at Iowa Events Center).
- **Q**: What are the top free Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Summer Silent Book Club at Lucky Horse (Wed Sep 16 2026 at Lucky Horse Beer &amp; Burgers).
- **Q**: What Meetups events are happening in Des Moines today September 05, 2026?
  - **A:** Des Moines, IOWA - Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow (Sep 5-6) (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 12:00 pm at The  Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow), EmpowerHer Perfume Exchage (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm at Reichardt Community Recreation Center).
- **Q**: What Meetups events are happening in Des Moines this weekend September 4–6, 2026?
  - **A:** Des Moines, IOWA - Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow (Sep 5-6) (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 12:00 pm at The  Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow), EmpowerHer Perfume Exchage (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm at Reichardt Community Recreation Center).
- **Q**: What Meetups events are happening in Des Moines in September 2026?
  - **A:** GalaxyCon Des Moines - Friday (Thu Sep 10 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center), Special Author Event - Liane Moriarty (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 03:00 pm at Franklin Jr High Event Center), Des Moines, IOWA - Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow (Sep 5-6) (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 12:00 pm at The  Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow), Special Author Event - Jodi Picoult (Wed Sep 23 2026 at 06:30 am at Franklin Jr High Event Center), Kevin Smith at GalaxyCon Des Moines (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am at Iowa Events Center).
- **Q**: How can I find Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Meetups 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 Meetups 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 Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Meetups events in Des Moines include Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center, Franklin Jr High Event Center, The  Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Prices for Meetups events in Des Moines range from USD 20 to USD 110. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Meetups events in Des Moines include Ticket Network Events, Beaverdale Books, Harp Twins.
- **Q**: Are there any online Meetups events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Meetups 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 Meetups events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Follow the Meetups category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Meetups events are listed in Des Moines.

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