# Best This-weekend Events in Des Moines

- **Subtitle**: From tribute concerts to LEGO builds, the Des Moines crowd already picked the winners
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
- **Type**: time_filter

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Iowa Hawkeyes vs Creighton Blue Jays Men's Basketball at Casey's Center
  - **Date**: Sun, 15 Nov at 11:59 pm – Mon, 16 Nov at 01:59 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-hawkeyes-vs-creighton-blue-jays-mens-basketball-at-caseys-center/2400030068646350
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: Queen Of The Night - Remembering Whitney
  - **Date**: Fri, 13 Nov at 07:30 pm – Fri, 13 Nov at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/queen-of-the-night-remembering-whitney/2300030636533640
  - **Venue**: The Ingersoll
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- **Event Name**: Iowa Hawkeyes Vs. Creighton Bluejays
  - **Date**: Sat, 14 Nov at 06:00 pm – Sun, 15 Nov at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-hawkeyes-vs-creighton-bluejays/2300030147524039
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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## About

The thing about this-weekend in Des Moines is that nobody is chasing one big viral moment. The city is quietly showing you what it actually cares about through likes, saves, and sold out tickets. Right now, a small cluster of events keeps surfacing above the noise, pulling in over four thousand locals without a billboard in sight.

At the center of it all, Hoyt Sherman Place Theater is doing what it does best: turning shows into memories. The NATE BOYCE TRIBUTE CONCERT is exactly the kind of night this place was built for, a heartfelt, music-first event that pulls in the long-time scene kids, the friends, and anyone who still loves a proper sit-down show in a real theater. If you want your this-weekend in Des Moines to feel big but not corporate, this is the one you book first.

Over near Mainframe Studios, the vibe flips from formal to hands-on. The SOLD OUT LEGO Build Event tells you everything you need to know about how dialed in this building is to what families and creative types actually want. Mainframe weekends usually mean kids in tow, parents who secretly love the bricks more than their kids do, and art people wandering in from studios upstairs. If you missed a ticket, it is still the kind of scene that rewards just being in the building, catching that maker energy spilling into the halls.

Then there are the events that feel very Des Moines in a hyper-local way. The Paws & Claws Benefit Auction is the one for soft-hearted people who still like a little competition with their charity, all wagging tails and raised paddles. The Feel Right Band’s Victory Celebration at the Des Moines Yacht Club sounds fancy, but it is more “local legends on the water” than gatekept marina party, ideal if you like your live music with river air. 🍁Fall Fest🍁 and We Answer to Each Other round it out for people who want community first, whether that means seasonal vibes or deeper, reflective programming. These are not random listings, they are exactly the this-weekend events in Des Moines that locals are already circling.

Quick hits for this-weekend in Des Moines:

• NATE BOYCE TRIBUTE CONCERT at Hoyt Sherman Place Theater, big feelings and proper theater sound for music superfans.
• SOLD OUT LEGO Build Event at Mainframe Studios, family chaos in the best way, proof this city shows up for creative play.
• Paws & Claws Benefit Auction, for animal people who like mixing donations with a social night out.
• The Feel Right Band’s Victory Celebration at the Des Moines Yacht Club, live band, water views, very “if you know you know”.
• 🍁Fall Fest🍁, peak seasonal comfort for anyone chasing leaves, treats, and low-key hangs.
• We Answer to Each Other, for people who want something a little more thoughtful baked into their weekend.

## Weekend Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Casey's Center
🏠 Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
🌆 City: Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5927, -93.6211✨ Experience the magic of Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball, where moments become memories that las
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:30 am – Sun Nov 15 2026 at 05:30 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/creighton-bluejays-vs-iowa-hawkeyes-mens-basketball/3200030195718127
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Grand Rapids Griffins at Iowa Wild at Caseys Center
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/grand-rapids-griffins-at-iowa-wild-at-caseys-center/2400030474316732
  - **Venue**: Caseys Center
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- **Event Name**: Iowa Hawkeyes Vs. Creighton Bluejays
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-hawkeyes-vs-creighton-bluejays/2300030147524039
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: Nov 13 - 10PM TABLE RESERVATION
  - **Description**: An epic Freddy vs. Jason drag show featuring sickening entertainers!About this EventHalloween might be over but we're keeping spooky szn rolling on with a Freddy vs. Jason Drag Show! #SipSavorSlay
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:00 pm – Fri Nov 13 2026 at 11:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/nov-13-10pm-table-reservation/100002004552693066
  - **Venue**: The Garden Nightclub
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  - **Price**: USD 8 to 42
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Iowa Hawkeyes vs Creighton Blue Jays Men's Basketball at Casey's Center
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 15 2026 at 11:59 pm – Mon Nov 16 2026 at 01:59 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-hawkeyes-vs-creighton-blue-jays-mens-basketball-at-caseys-center/2400030068646350
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: 2026 LGBTQ+ Adult Prom
  - **Description**: Get ready to sparkle under the lights at Diamond Disco, the 2026 LGBTQ+ Adult Prom. 🪩✨

We're bringing the glam with a night inspired by the disco era—think sequins, rhinestones, bold style, great music, and a dance floor full of community. Whether you're
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 203
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-lgbtq-adult-prom/200030269873212
  - **Venue**: Bash
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  - **Categories**: lgbt-pride, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Local Heroes Night
  - **Description**: Iowa Wild vs. Grand Rapids Griffins

Join us in celebrating Local Heroes Night! We’re honoring the first responders and community helpers who keep our neighborhoods safe.
 
Here’s what’s happening throughout the night:
Winter Touchscreen Gloves Giveaway!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 41
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/local-heroes-night/200030952026623
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, mental-health
- **Event Name**: Student & Faculty Pop Up Con This Weekend: Des Moines
  - **Description**: Featuring: Anime, Disney, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Star Wars, Marvel, Horror, Lord of the Rings, DC & Santa! CLICK "READ MORE" FOR DETAILS.About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b8ffdeb0-dd73-11f1-b5f0-afb
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Nov 15 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/student-and-faculty-pop-up-con-this-weekend-des-moines/100002004684794184
  - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Contests, Business, Exhibitions, Entertainment, comedy, Kids, Sports
- **Event Name**: Iowa Mission of Mercy 2026
  - **Description**: The Iowa Mission of Mercy (IMOM) is a two-day free dental clinic open to the public on a first-come/first-served basis. Doors open at 6:00 AM and close when the clinic meets capacity so come early!

This clinic is made possible by volunteer dentists, hygi
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 06:00 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-mission-of-mercy-2026/200030310460323
  - **Venue**: Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center
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  - **Categories**: exhibitions
- **Event Name**: Junk Jubilee Jingles
  - **Description**: Junk Jubilee is a bi-annual pop up event that happens in April & November at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.  Curated vintage vendors from all over the Midwest bring their finds for a great vintage experience all under one roof! Junk Jubilee
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 36
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/junk-jubilee-jingles/200030989795434
  - **Venue**: iowa state fairgrounds 4H building
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  - **Categories**: pop-ups
- **Event Name**: Larry Fleet at Hoyt Sherman Place
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/larry-fleet-at-hoyt-sherman-place/2400030477441006
  - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place
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- **Event Name**: Iowa Wild vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/iowa-wild-vs-grand-rapids-griffins/2300028513374049
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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  - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: BOOGIE T AFTER SHOW AFTER PARTY | FRIDAY THE 13TH
  - **Description**: Friday, November 13, 2026
The Continental Noir – Des Moines East Village
Dubstep • Bass • EDM
$4 BOMBS
$5 Eventbrite Admission
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:30 pm – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 01:45 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/boogie-t-after-show-after-party-friday-the-13th/100002004715545161
  - **Venue**: The Continental
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  - **Price**: USD 8
  - **Categories**: friday-the-13th, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: BIG SHOT: MAX WELLMAN PLAYS BILLY JOEL
  - **Description**: Join Max Wellman in an all-new show featuring the songs of Billy Joel. From deep cuts like 'An Innocent Man,' 'Goodbye To Hollywood,' & more, all the way to the classics that will get audiences into *that* state of mind, this show will cover the whole
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    - Count: 27
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/big-shot-max-wellman-plays-billy-joel/200030502098616
  - **Venue**: 1326 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, art
- **Event Name**: Derrick Stroup at Hoyt Sherman Place
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/derrick-stroup-at-hoyt-sherman-place/2400029818320126
  - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests

## Trending Events in Des Moines

- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Des Moines, IA
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Des Moines
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- **Event Name**: Zac Brown Band & Grace Potter
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: Third Day, TobyMac, Chris Tomlin at Caseys Center
  - **Venue**: Caseys Center
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- **Event Name**: Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Casey's Center
🏠 Address: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
🌆 City: Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5927, -93.6211✨ Experience the magic of Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball, where moments become memories that las
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **Event Name**: Hyvee Holiday Parade presented by WHO13
  - **Description**: Come see the women of Des Moines Women’s Hockey at the Hy-Vee Holiday Parade presented by WHO 13! 🎄🏒

Join us in downtown Des Moines as we bring the energy, the fun, and a whole lot of hockey spirit to kick off the holiday season. The parade features floa
  - **Venue**: Court Ave District
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- **Event Name**: Grand Rapids Griffins at Iowa Wild at Caseys Center
  - **Venue**: Caseys Center
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- **Event Name**: Des Moines Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for the best Des Moines Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl yet! Bar hop through the best bars in Des Moines for our annual pub crawl.About this EventDes Moines Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl 2026Wed
  - **Venue**: Downtown Des Moines
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- **Event Name**: Iowa Hawkeyes Vs. Creighton Bluejays
  - **Venue**: Casey's Center
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- **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
  - **Venue**: 2251 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50321
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:30 am at Casey's Center), Grand Rapids Griffins at Iowa Wild at Caseys Center (Fri Nov 13 2026 at Caseys Center), Iowa Hawkeyes Vs. Creighton Bluejays (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Casey's Center), Nov 13 - 10PM TABLE RESERVATION (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Garden Nightclub), Iowa Hawkeyes vs Creighton Blue Jays Men's Basketball at Casey's Center (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 11:59 pm at Casey's Center).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Student & Faculty Pop Up Con This Weekend: Des Moines (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 05:00 pm at Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Des Moines today November 13, 2026?
  - **A:** Grand Rapids Griffins at Iowa Wild at Caseys Center (Fri Nov 13 2026 at Caseys Center), Nov 13 - 10PM TABLE RESERVATION (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Garden Nightclub), Local Heroes Night (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at Casey's Center), Student & Faculty Pop Up Con This Weekend: Des Moines (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 05:00 pm at Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown), Iowa Mission of Mercy 2026 (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 06:00 am at Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Des Moines this weekend November 13–15, 2026?
  - **A:** Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:30 am at Casey's Center), Grand Rapids Griffins at Iowa Wild at Caseys Center (Fri Nov 13 2026 at Caseys Center), Iowa Hawkeyes Vs. Creighton Bluejays (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Casey's Center), Nov 13 - 10PM TABLE RESERVATION (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Garden Nightclub), Iowa Hawkeyes vs Creighton Blue Jays Men's Basketball at Casey's Center (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 11:59 pm at Casey's Center).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Des Moines in November 2026?
  - **A:** Creighton Bluejays vs Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 03:30 am at Casey's Center), Grand Rapids Griffins at Iowa Wild at Caseys Center (Fri Nov 13 2026 at Caseys Center), Iowa Hawkeyes Vs. Creighton Bluejays (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Casey's Center), Nov 13 - 10PM TABLE RESERVATION (Fri Nov 13 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Garden Nightclub), Iowa Hawkeyes vs Creighton Blue Jays Men's Basketball at Casey's Center (Sun Nov 15 2026 at 11:59 pm at Casey's Center).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend 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 Weekend 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 Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Des Moines include Casey's Center, Caseys Center, The Garden Nightclub.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Des Moines range from USD 8 to USD 42. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Des Moines include Seat Geek, Vivid Events, Ticket Network Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend 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 Weekend events in Des Moines?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Des Moines.

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