# Best This-Weekend Events in Des Moines - **Subtitle**: From Greek eats to queer fests, the this-weekend events locals are actually going to - **Category**: Weekend - **Display Name**: Events this weekend - **Type**: time_filter ## Audience - **Followers**: 20.7k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/5a33e730-9bcc-11f0-bc74-031dd7b2de88-rimg-w200-h200-dcd3d6db-gmir - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/a48338257a84812cd54e2388b406d5790a67c1cb82be520068ac8692eb1cbcd6-rimg-w200-h200-dcbcc2c0-gmir?v=1758994204 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/438a0b277edc9e50d8e9d12b0bbf7d8ffa3406978736b8debf3a589dfaee445c-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1622243409 ## About The way this-weekend in Des Moines is clicking right now feels very on brand for the city. No giant headliner swallowing all the oxygen, just a mix of hyper local favorites that quietly pull big numbers. Scroll what people are liking and saving and the same names keep popping up: Greek Food Fair 2026!, 2026 Art Festival, ARL Kitten Shower, and the 6th Annual Central Iowa Trans Lives Festival. Together they are reaching well over a hundred thousand people, which is a lot of interest for a city that still likes to think of itself as low key. You see it in the venues too. Wooly's shows up again because of course it does. It is one of those spots that does not just host events, it imprints on them. If something lands here, it usually means there is a core crowd that lives for this stuff, from indie kids to long time east side regulars. Then you have the activity clustered around 1110 35th St and up by 1900 Saylor Road, pulling people a bit out of their usual downtown loop. That is how Des Moines works right now, pockets of energy in places you only find if someone tips you off. The thing about the best this-weekend events in Des Moines is that they are specific. Greek Food Fair 2026! is not trying to please everyone, it is for people who will happily plan their day around a plate of loukoumades and a strong coffee. The 2026 Art Festival is where you actually bump into working artists, not just craft fair hobbyists. ARL Kitten Shower leans all the way into the “yes, my camera roll is 90 percent animals” demographic. And the 6th Annual Central Iowa Trans Lives Festival is exactly the kind of affirming, community built space that out of towners are always surprised to find here, but locals know has been growing for years. If you are skimming for what is worth leaving the house for, start with these. They are the ones people are saving, sharing, and quietly telling their friends about. A few this-weekend picks everyone is talking about: • Greek Food Fair 2026! • 2026 Art Festival • ARL Kitten Shower • 6th Annual Central Iowa Trans Lives Festival • Events at Wooly's • Events around 1110 35th St and 1900 Saylor Road ## Weekend Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: PrideFest Parade - **Description**: Don’t miss the 2026 Capital City Pride Parade starting at noon on Sunday, June 14, the parade will process down East Grand from E. 13th to E. 2nd, traveling right through the heart of the Historic East Village and the PrideFest grounds. PrideFest Vendors - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3472 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pridefest-parade/200029990408539 - **Venue**: E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOWE1MjI2OGI0NzUxZDc4ZGY5NWFjOWFkNTk5NmQyMzUzM2Y2ZDY0YTg0ZjRmZmVmMmQ2MmRiMDNmYmUzMjU5Ny1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGM3NjJlNjMtZ21pcj92PTE3ODAzOTA0Mjg.avif - **Event Name**: The Wallflowers at Hoyt Sherman Place - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to The Wallflowers at Hoyt Sherman Place, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Hoyt Sherman Place in the heart of Des Moines, IA for an e - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-wallflowers-at-hoyt-sherman-place/2400029653221403 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9lOTUwYzliMC02NGRhLTExZjEtYjBjZC0zZDUzZWJiMzQ1NGEtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTM1MC1kYzI4MzIzNi1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3ODExMDI2ODA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests - **Event Name**: Alison Krauss at Water Works Park - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Alison Krauss at Water Works Park, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Water Works Park in Des Moines, IA sets the perfect stage f - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/alison-krauss-at-water-works-park/2400029358063039 - **Venue**: Water Works Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy83ZDc2NmZiMC02MmU2LTExZjEtYWY2MC0wNTdmM2ZhYjllMDYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNzQ3LWRjOTA2MDQ0LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4MDg4Nzc1MQ.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: The Wallflowers LIVE at Hoyt Sherman Place 2026 - **Description**: Get ready to catch The Wallflowers rocking live with their classic hits and new vibes all night long!About this EventDes Moines, get ready for an unforgettable evening with one of alternative rock's most b - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 11:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-wallflowers-live-at-hoyt-sherman-place-2026/100001991537648718 - **Venue**: Hoyt Sherman Place - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81OTNkNzNmMzEwMzU5MDczOGZkODM2N2IxM2ZhYzY1NDY1Nzg0ZWZiODUxZmQyYTAwMjMzMDRhZjU5MDg1YWYwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE3MTI1ZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODExNzgzNjc.avif - **Price**: USD 33 to 47 - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, storytelling, art, theatre - **Event Name**: Capital Bears - Capital City Pride Parade! - **Description**: 🌈🐻 Get ready to celebrate BIG, bold, and proud with the Capital Bears as we march in the 2026 Capital City Pride Parade! 🐻🌈 This year’s theme is “Bears Over The Rainbow” as we proudly celebrate our 10th anniversary of marching in the parade! That’s 10 a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 28 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 02:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/capital-bears-capital-city-pride-parade/200030117734807 - **Venue**: Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8yYjIyZmU2ZGQ2MDA0NjlhZDY3MjFjMzk4MWI1OGVhYjY5MzRlNDhkN2FkYjMzNGE3ODRiZGRmOTQwOWM0NzU3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2Y5ZjlmZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDIzNTIzMw.avif - **Categories**: parades, lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: March with TST Iowa at Des Moines PrideFest! - **Description**: Meet us in Capitol Lot 19 to march with us in Pride! Parade lineup starts at 10am and the parade starts at 11:30am. We will be at spot 51. Please, no children under 13 or pets (other than service animals). - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 50 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:15 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/march-with-tst-iowa-at-des-moines-pridefest/200030220830628 - **Venue**: Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9hOGVlZjc3YzYzYzM1ZjA2MzA2ZjIyYWMxNjAwOTFhYmQwN2NiMWExZjJmODQ1ZDU1YTYzYzg2ZWEzOTVhZDU3LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDY4OC1kYzAxMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTE0NzQyNw.avif - **Categories**: parades, lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: Pride Yoga-Sculpt Fusion | Des Moines - **Description**: Join Jordan M. for this special outdoor fusion class to celebrate diversity, champion equity, and promote inclusion for the LGTBQIA+ community in Des Moines! Class starts at 9:00a in the Family and Youth Zone at Pridefest (201 E. Locust). Please bring you - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 36 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/pride-yoga-sculpt-fusion-|-des-moines/200030128718400 - **Venue**: 201 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309-1804, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wNjk1OTFmZDZkNjczZWM5MzBlZTI1ZWYwZWVlZWMzZDBhOTk0NjY3OWM1YmIxZjUwYTVlMzhjZTQ5NWM3ZjhmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY5NS1kYzM2NDlhMC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDU0OTEwOA.avif - **Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, nonprofit, yoga, lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: Walk with Ankeny Pride: Capital City Pride Parade - **Description**: 🌈 WALK FOR ANKENY PRIDE ❤️ We would love to have you show your support for the LBGTQ+ community in the Capital City Pride Parade on Sunday, June 14. Entries can line up as early as 10am and participants should arrive no later than 11:30am, but the parade - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/walk-with-ankeny-pride-capital-city-pride-parade/200030195522519 - **Venue**: Staging Lot at E 14th and Des Moines Street - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8yOTEyMmMzY2Q0Yzg0MTY4ODc3NDExN2YyYWNmNTc5MjA3Y2E3ZTE0Mzg5ZDZhMDVhZGZiZGNhMDVhOTc0MmRlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kY2U3ZWNlYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDczMDk1OA.avif - **Categories**: parades, lgbt-pride - **Event Name**: 2026 Art Festival - **Description**: Come join us for our third annual Art Festival here at Captain Roy’s! Enjoy the day and spend it with local artists, good food, and great drinks. Vendors: We are FULL for this event! - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/2026-art-festival/200030220830017 - **Venue**: 1900 Saylor Road, Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85ZmUzOTIzMzFlZmMyOTU5OTg3N2Y5NGUzMGU0MTBiNzA1OGNiNDY3ZWQzOTBiODYwNjI2MjllOGYwZDVkM2RiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2OTctZGMxNjJlNGEtZ21pcj92PTE3ODExNDc0MTY.avif - **Categories**: Festivals, Art - **Event Name**: Jethro's Express at the Willis Summer Series - Alison Krause - **Description**: Join us this summer at the Willis Summer Series at Water Works Park! Jethro’s BBQ Express will be serving up award-winning BBQ during one of Des Moines’ favorite outdoor concert experiences. Grab some incredible food, enjoy live music, and take in a fun s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/jethros-express-at-the-willis-summer-series-alison-krause/200030100239242 - **Venue**: Water Works Park Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8xODY1MTZlNWJjZGVlM2RiN2FlMTY5ZTRiODlmMjEzOWEwMmMwZmRhYjQyZGQyMGQyMzA1OTRmMmJiODUyYzBhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzhmYTljMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MDA5MDE1Mg.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts - **Event Name**: Southside Sunday Market 2026 - **Description**: Southside Sunday Market 2026 Southside Sunday Market Sunday, June 7th, from 9 AM to 2 PM at 1111 Army Post Road New: We will be in front of Genesis Health Club at Southridge Mall! Enjoy a vibrant community market with: Fresh, local produce Homemade bak - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 733 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/southside-sunday-market-2026/200029513432834 - **Venue**: 1111 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50320 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8zM2Y3ODE2NmQ1MmQyNTk0MjA5MmUyOWU2NDA4NGJiM2ZhNDMzODQ5ODc5ZDBjNWQ0ZTllZWIwM2Q5ODI5ZTg5LXJpbWctdzg1MS1oMzE1LWRjOTJhNWEzLWdtaXI_dj0xNzgwMzkzODg1.avif - **Categories**: workshops, food-drinks, health-wellness, art, business - **Event Name**: Let's Get Silly - Des Moines! Summer 2026 PICKLEBALL League - **Description**: Hey Des Moines, we're back! Hope your paddle's warmed upAbout this EventLeague cost: $148👉 Register: https://sillypickles.com/2yyxc3 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/lets-get-silly-des-moines-summer-2026-pickleball-league/100001989626869526 - **Venue**: Dinks Pickleball - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lMGEzNjI4YWIzMTkwMTVhMTJhYzUwOTExNjM4MWUyMjRmYTUxZDVjZjlmZTU3OTk0NDgzNGFmZmUwZTUxYTZkLXJpbWctdzEwNjQtaDEwNjAtZGNhMWJjNTEtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc4ODIxNjA3.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: sports, meetups, tournaments - **Event Name**: R+R Ritual: Pilates + Sound Bath at Surety Hotel - **Description**: Join Rive Pilates and Resonate Healing at the Surety Hotel for a 2-hour immersive experience that blends intentional mat Pilates with deeply grounding sound healing. 45 minutes of mat Pilates flow led by Rive 1 hour of sound healing led by Resonate Heali - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/rr-ritual-pilates-sound-bath-at-surety-hotel/200030220914838 - **Venue**: 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80OWQ1MTU0MDEyNDYzMWRmN2Y4MTY3NWZjMjQ5OWJhYjQyNzFmNWRjMWVlN2E0MjA1ZjBkMmEzM2Q4NjY3NjViLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5OS1kYzFmMWQxNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTE0OTExNw.avif - **Categories**: pilates, health-wellness - **Event Name**: Coolest Bike in Town 2026 - **Description**: Des Moines greatest bike show is back for another go-round! Bring the bike and hang out with Ichi Bike and the Street Collective at Captain Roy's! Have a brew, have a hang, oggle some sweet bikes and let's all celebrate these awesome machines and the crea - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 370 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/coolest-bike-in-town-2026/200029990623731 - **Venue**: Captain Roy's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80OGM5Mjg2NzdlN2E0NzEzZTJmNDFlYzRkOTExYmU3MmNmYzQ5MWEzMDAzYzhjYmZjMjk0MWQ2NDgxYWFkZDdiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOS1kY2U5ZDdhNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MTE0NzQ5Mw.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Sports - **Event Name**: THE PHANTOM A.D. LIVE! - **Description**: Des Moines, We summon you to a night of Ghoulish Rock N’ Roll 🎸🔮 This 21+ Show will be one for the History Books... HEADS WILL ROLL! (and rock of course.) - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 81 - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-phantom-ad-live/200029972686157 - **Venue**: The Slaughterhouse Haunted Attraction - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNDM4MGM5MDU0YjY4NTRhYzFiYWM3MjczZjE1NTFlODdmOTViYzE1Yjc2NDYyM2I0MGI0N2RmODgwNmIxZDAxZC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgxMjAwLWRjNjM0MTk1LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc5NTA3NDUy.avif - **Categories**: workshops ## Trending Events in Des Moines - **Event Name**: Juneteenth Party! - **Description**: Let's celebrate! Freedom! Community! Culture! Willkie House 109th Birthday! Come for a night of dancing, music, drinks, food, and a GOOD TIME! Let's channel the old school parties and make this one to remember! - **Venue**: 900 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50314-1129, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f49aac0a060acc823e327b169138716091bfc79156d15e6b42a82aba6d84f857-rimg-w1024-h1535-dc040507-gmir?v=1779987800 - **Event Name**: Lil Wayne at Casey's Center - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Lil Wayne at Casey's Center, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Casey's Center in the heart of Des Moines, IA - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e3642960-5374-11f1-9453-59ba437cdf41-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1a1716-gmir.jpg?v=1779189692 - **Event Name**: Luke Bryan - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Luke Bryan, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Casey's Center in vibrant Des Moines, IA transforms into a realm of wonder on - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f31c88c0-fdca-11f0-97b0-bf8aa747ab8d-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcbfd9d4-gmir.jpg?v=1769770855 - **Event Name**: TLC Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at TLC Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Iowa State Fair in vibrant Des Moines, IA, - **Venue**: Iowa State Fair - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/549f8170-5b8a-11f1-9d9e-e3ab3bb1a4fc-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc2c1504-gmir.jpg?v=1780078511 - **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**: 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✨ Discover the extraordinary at Luke Bryan with Drew Baldridge, Raelynn and Karley Scott Collins, where magic meets r - **Venue**: Casey's Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/39f68330-6528-11f1-a96a-c1330869106a-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcaabdbc-gmir.jpg?v=1781135887 - **Event Name**: Des Moines Symphony’s Yankee Doodle Pops - **Description**: Join us for the Des Moines Symphony’s 32nd annual Yankee Doodle Pops, Iowa’s largest single-day concert event! This family-friendly, patriotic concert will pay tribute to the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a variety of special p - **Venue**: Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/376a7af1cf0ccae24f2918292a4f6367b3dc02687562e94ad8a80b55d28d5ca3-rimg-w1024-h683-dcf1ecd8-gmir?v=1780647120 - **Event Name**: 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at 2026 Iowa State Fair Admission Tickets at Iowa State Fair, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Iowa State Fair in vibrant Des Moines, IA - **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 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/events1/banners/d0421f80-647d-11f1-998e-7d6655a1b7a4-rimg-w1200-h747-dc070201-gmir.jpg?v=1781062695 ## Browse Weekend Events by Date - [Weekend Events Today in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend--today) - [Weekend Events This Weekend in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend--this-weekend) - [Weekend Events in June in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend--june) - [Weekend Events in July in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/this-weekend--july) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Des Moines? - **A:** PrideFest Parade (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm at E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States), The Wallflowers at Hoyt Sherman Place (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Alison Krauss at Water Works Park (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Water Works Park), The Wallflowers LIVE at Hoyt Sherman Place 2026 (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Capital Bears - Capital City Pride Parade! (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:30 am at Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA)). - **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Des Moines? - **A:** Let's Get Silly - Des Moines! Summer 2026 PICKLEBALL League (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 pm at Dinks Pickleball). - **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Des Moines today June 14, 2026? - **A:** PrideFest Parade (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm at E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States), The Wallflowers at Hoyt Sherman Place (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Alison Krauss at Water Works Park (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Water Works Park), The Wallflowers LIVE at Hoyt Sherman Place 2026 (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Capital Bears - Capital City Pride Parade! (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:30 am at Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA)). - **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Des Moines this weekend June 12–14, 2026? - **A:** PrideFest Parade (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm at E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States), The Wallflowers at Hoyt Sherman Place (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Alison Krauss at Water Works Park (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Water Works Park), The Wallflowers LIVE at Hoyt Sherman Place 2026 (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Capital Bears - Capital City Pride Parade! (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:30 am at Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA)). - **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Des Moines in June 2026? - **A:** PrideFest Parade (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 12:00 pm at E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States), The Wallflowers at Hoyt Sherman Place (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Alison Krauss at Water Works Park (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Water Works Park), The Wallflowers LIVE at Hoyt Sherman Place 2026 (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hoyt Sherman Place), Capital Bears - Capital City Pride Parade! (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:30 am at Iowa State Capitol (1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA)). - **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 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States, Hoyt Sherman Place, Water Works Park. - **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Des Moines? - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Des Moines range from USD 33 to USD 47. 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 Capital City Pride, Vivid Events, Janna Byrd. - **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. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/01/bac113436441a783feaca7074943a8/this-weekend.webp ## Events this weekend from nearby cities - [Events this weekend in Urbandale](https://allevents.in/urbandale/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in Berwick](https://allevents.in/berwick-ia/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in Johnston](https://allevents.in/johnston-ia/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in Clive](https://allevents.in/clive/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in Norwalk](https://allevents.in/norwalk-ia/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in Altoona](https://allevents.in/altoona-ia/this-weekend) - [Events this weekend in Carlisle](https://allevents.in/carlisle-ia/this-weekend)