# Nonprofit Events | List Of All Upcoming Nonprofit Events In Des Moines - **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming nonprofit events in Des Moines, find information & tickets for upcoming nonprofit events happening in Des Moines. - **Category**: ## About Explore all upcoming nonprofit events in Des Moines, find information & tickets for upcoming nonprofit events happening in Des Moines. ## Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Des Moines, IA - **Description**: REGISTER NOW! We can't wait to see you, as we return to Principal Park (Iowa Cubs) for Walk to End Alzheimer's! Last year in Des Moines, we had more than 1,600 in attendance across 230 Teams, and raised $333,000. Registration is required for all Particip - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 77 - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-walk-to-end-alzheimers-des-moines-ia/200029725116347 - **Venue**: Principal Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy83N2M4MjBlYmIzNzE2NGFiNDg2MzhhOTE4MGYyMTk2ZjU4ZGFlZmQzYWJlOTIxNDlkOTRjODZhZWMwODgyODkwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzk4YzhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODA0MzgwOQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities, dog - **Event Name**: Jackโ€™s Place Final Salute Ride ๐Ÿ๏ธ - **Description**: ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธTHIS RIDE IS ABOUT MORE THAN MOTORCYCLES. ITโ€™S ABOUT HONOR. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Weโ€™re inviting you to come ride with us & support The Final Salute โ€” an Iowa nonprofit with a mission that should matter to every one of us:To ensure that NO ONE goes unclaimed. The Fin - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 86 - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 10:00 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jacks-place-final-salute-ride/200030649776404 - **Venue**: JACKS PLACE - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9mYzE2ZjlkNDI2NjAyZTgyNjIzZDU3NWEyZTdhNzgzZmUwYmRiMzQ2YmU1OTVlODYwMTkzN2EzYWM4ZDUyZTQwLXJpbWctdzExNzAtaDE3NDQtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODgzNzY4MDQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities, health-wellness - **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: 117 - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85NjhiNjg5OTYxNmFkYzRlZmVhOGQwYzg3YzVlNzlkNzY4ODEyOGIzN2ZmZDY0NzZiN2Q1MzgwZTcwNDMzODk1LXJpbWctdzgwMC1oNjAwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2Nzc2MDU2.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: WWY 5K: no one walks alone - **Description**: Join us for a meaningful morning of family fun and community connection! Whether you're walking, running, or simply showing up in support, this event has something for everyone. Enjoy a full morning of connection with a 5K Walk/Run, a fun ยฝ-mile Kidโ€™s Ru - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am โ€“ Sat Sep 19 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/wwy-5k-no-one-walks-alone/200030651681744 - **Venue**: Water Works Park Back Loop - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9iZmI2ODQyZGRlMzIwOWJmOTU0NTMxYzVkNDM2YzU5ZWUxNDQ2ZDZjYjBlODA2OGIwYmQxM2EzOGM3MDhjMzdkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZThlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODQxNzE2NA.avif - **Categories**: Sports, food-drinks, Art, fine-arts - **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 Sep 19 2026 (-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**: Gather for Good: Des Moines | Dinner for a Cause - **Description**: Make new friends in the community while supporting small businesses and giving back to a different non-profit highlighted each month.About this EventMore Than a Meetup ๐ŸŽ‰ As part of our FOODIES + NEW - **Date**: Thu Oct 08 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/gather-for-good-des-moines-dinner-for-a-cause/100001999318736160 - **Venue**: Chuck's Restaurant - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84NWViMGNjZWVlZDJlNzVmZDE4ODZlNzYwYzAxM2U5YTQ1MGU5YzVlOGU5M2ZkY2E2MjU4NWRhMzc4M2E2ZTE3LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNkOGU4ZDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg5MTExMDI0.avif - **Price**: USD 25 - **Categories**: nonprofit, meetups, workshops, food-drinks, trips-adventures - **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/events10/banners/50822330-af4b-11f1-94e1-4389fc08cada-rimg-w1200-h52 - **Date**: Sun Dec 06 2026 at 12:00 pm โ€“ Sun Dec 06 2026 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**: Spirits & Sparkles - **Description**: Put an abundance of sparkle and a whole lot of spirit in your yuletide fun at our annual holiday party, Spirits & Sparkles! Mingle and jingle with fellow party-goers, enjoy live entertainment, and be the first to see the estate's decked halls at their - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 30 - **Date**: Fri Dec 04 2026 at 06:00 pm โ€“ Fri Dec 04 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/spirits-and-sparkles/200030124538948 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNGE0ZmJlNWQ0MDBiNzEyNGJmMzc3ODY5YTM5M2ZkZjlhNDAzYWNlYTYyMzI0MGI4ODhiYjU1NDU3NDRmMDQ4Ny1yaW1nLXc4MDAtaDYwMC1kYzE4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzExNzQ3MQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, ugly-christmas-sweater-day, holiday, parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Holiday Tea at the Castle - **Description**: Tea at the Castle is a classic Salisbury House tradition and a beloved event. Every tea is unique but they all have a few things in common - delicious food and drinks, delightful company, the opportunity to explore the estate and learn a little history, a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 34 - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 01:00 pm โ€“ Sat Dec 12 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/holiday-tea-at-the-castle/200030637065724 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xYWEzMzRmOGY1ZTZiZjJlYTIzNWEwYWUyZmYyMWU0MzhlNzAwNGY3ZjdiNDQxYmNkNzJkOTBkODgyMzEwN2Q2LXJpbWctdzYwMC1oMzE1LWRjMTgxODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MTg0NDA0.avif - **Categories**: holiday, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Holly & Ivy - **Description**: Explore Salisbury's decked halls and vote for the best decorated room in this holiday design contest. While you're here listen to live music played on the estate's one-of-a-kind Steinway D, enjoy a treat at the pop-up sweet shop, pay a visit to old Saint - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 36 - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:00 am โ€“ Sun Dec 06 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/holly-and-ivy/200030637065825 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84YWZjMWVlMDc4MzNkNjYzNjVkZjVmMzMyOWMwOThkMmZiYzY2MjQxODEwNmE0NTA2MjU4YzAyMDAwOWE3MGExLXJpbWctdzYwMC1oMzE1LWRjMjgyODE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MTg0NDA1.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit, music, holiday, live-music, entertainment, pop-ups, contests - **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: 17 - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 06:00 pm โ€“ Fri Nov 13 2026 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8wNzY1YmFhNzYxMDQ2MDliYTg5YjY4YjAzOWZiMDk2NzIzMTU5OTZhODY2ZGMzOTQyYmMxMjIzMTY4MGUwODBiLXJpbWctdzc1MC1oMzk0LWRjMzgzODM4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MTc5OTA1.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - **Event Name**: Pint Night Ride with Friends of Des Moines Parks - **Description**: Join us and Chain & Spoke for a fun, community-driven evening as part of our Switchback Giveback Program, where great rides, live music, and great beer support an even greater cause! On this special Pint Night Ride, 10% of all taproom food and bevera - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Wed Sep 23 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pint-night-ride-with-friends-of-des-moines-parks/200030381364800 - **Venue**: 303 Scott Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy82ZDJlMTk5ZTU5OTdkMGRiMjMyOTRiNTZiMGVlOWRiNzI5MTcxNDQ1NTI3YTlmMzRkNjZlNDdhNTczOGZiNTgzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAyMjg0Yy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTA5Nzc1NQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Nonprofit ## Trending Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Wicked - Des Moines - **Description**: ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Des Moines Civic Center ๐Ÿ  Address: 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 ๐ŸŒ† City: Des Moines ๐Ÿ“ Location: 41.5873, -93.6205๐ŸŒŸ Be part of history at Wicked - Des Moines, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imaginat - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/3c12b3f0-aa6a-11f1-abda-d1c1d0c990ef-rimg-w1200-h849-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788750867 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3354ffdd64f865e15be1314b841fce441284d2cf3d089a72ad3505b86da95e87-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1788469393 - **Event Name**: Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/4edd9770-abc8-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1788901423 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cf059172bb3b90a4fa1f8699c18a55f44f7cc79f55c7beccc46b06c6c2fd9f1a-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1788469152 - **Event Name**: Wicked (Touring) - only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsWicked (Touring) has 216 upcoming events. - **Venue**: Des Moines Performing Arts Center - Civic Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/3253c74704847d9b237c8f1f084df014993f135863bbcb1c493d1a3b75ddf7cb-rimg-w1024-h576-dc191613-gmir.jpg?v=1774043434 - **Event Name**: Wicked - **Description**: Wicked Venue: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA Date: 13 September, 2026 Time: 06:30 PM - **Venue**: Des Moines Civic Center - Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3c7bc60526aec0db9228800dfb21ed10c6d54d5cbfc06098aa67654c15b492d7-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1788260028 - **Event Name**: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - Des Moines - **Description**: ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Casey's Center ๐Ÿ  Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 ๐ŸŒ† City: Des Moines ๐Ÿ“ Location: 41.5927, -93.6211โœจ Experience the magic of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth - Des Moines, wh - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/1da1e430-aa84-11f1-abda-d1c1d0c990ef-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788762225 - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Queen - **Description**: โญ 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 - **Venue**: Scottish Rite Consistory - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/aa508840-a10c-11f1-8382-27c8b4f8dbac-rimg-w550-h550-dc480808-gmir.jpg?v=1787721119 - **Event Name**: WICKED Bus Trip - **Description**: Multiple dates and departure locations! We're heading to Des Moines for the Broadway sensation..... WICKED Wicked, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Ozโ€ฆbut from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is anothe - **Venue**: Des Moines Performing Arts - DMPA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ba873c4543f405a9ce79c0afda60e6de6d58eddcaf983fa39a62b8c09bf22be7-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1788469548 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Des Moines? - **A:** 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Des Moines, IA (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 am at Principal Park), Jackโ€™s Place Final Salute Ride ๐Ÿ๏ธ (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 10:00 am at JACKS PLACE), Ghoulish Gala (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312), WWY 5K: no one walks alone (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am at Water Works Park Back Loop), The Ubuntu Monthly Community Meeting (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 2500 University Avenue , Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50311). - **Q**: What events are happening in Des Moines this weekend September 18โ€“20, 2026? - **A:** WWY 5K: no one walks alone (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am at Water Works Park Back Loop), The Ubuntu Monthly Community Meeting (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 2500 University Avenue , Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50311). - **Q**: What events are happening in Des Moines in September 2026? - **A:** Jackโ€™s Place Final Salute Ride ๐Ÿ๏ธ (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 10:00 am at JACKS PLACE), WWY 5K: no one walks alone (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 09:00 am at Water Works Park Back Loop), The Ubuntu Monthly Community Meeting (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 2500 University Avenue , Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50311), Pint Night Ride with Friends of Des Moines Parks (Wed Sep 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at 303 Scott Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309). - **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 Principal Park, JACKS PLACE, 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50312. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Des Moines? - **A:** Prices for events in Des Moines range from USD 25 to USD 118. 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 Alzheimer's Association Iowa Chapter, JACKS PLACE, Salisbury House and Gardens. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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