Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in [CITY]. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in [CITY] for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in [CITY] too.
Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in [CITY].
## Art Events in West Des Moines - **Event Name**: The Story So Far, The Starting Line, Ultra Q in West Des Moines - **Description**: πΆ Don't Miss The Starting Line Live in West Des Moines on Saturday, October 31, 2026! πΆ Are you ready to experience The Starting Line like never before? With chart-topping hits like The Best Of Me, Island and Bedroom Talk - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 07:30 pm β Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-story-so-far-the-starting-line-ultra-q-in-west-des-moines/3300030143081123 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hMTI0MWNlMC01YTA5LTExZjEtYWYwNS0yM2UzNTIwNWMxZTgtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjZTdlYmYyLWdtaXIud2VicD92PTE3Nzk5MTMyODM.avif - **Categories**: art, live-music - **Event Name**: Black Veil Brides, Caskets in West Des Moines - **Description**: πΆ Don't Miss Black Veil Brides Live in West Des Moines on Tuesday, September 8, 2026! πΆ Are you ready to experience Black Veil Brides like never before? With chart-topping hits like In The End, Knives and Pens and Bleeders - **Date**: Tue Sep 08 2026 at 06:35 pm β Tue Sep 08 2026 at 08:35 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/black-veil-brides-caskets-in-west-des-moines/3300030135119804 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wYWZjYWFiMC01OTUxLTExZjEtYWRhZi04MTFlMDRiNzcyM2ItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMTQwMzA0LWdtaXIud2VicD92PTE3Nzk4MzQwMDQ.avif - **Categories**: art, live-music - **Event Name**: Des Moines Professional Baseball History - **Description**: Join author Steve Dunn as he brings to life the rich 116-year history of professional baseball in Des Moines, a story that begins all the way back in 1887. Drawing from his latest book and his firsthand experiences as a former Iowa Cubs usher, Dunn will s - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - **Date**: Wed Aug 19 2026 at 06:30 pm β Wed Aug 19 2026 at 07:45 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/des-moines-professional-baseball-history/200030348982053 - **Venue**: West Des Moines Public Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kNWVmMzg4YWVkMDI1ZTIxN2U5MmMyZGNjNzJhOTMyOWQ4NzdhMDBlMTc1ZTJhNGVjNjg3MTk4M2U4N2JhNmZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjM4MjM2Ng.avif - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, literary-art - **Event Name**: In the Loop - **Description**: Hurley & Dancers presents "In the Loop" at Des Moines DanzArts Studio, 2150 Delavan Drive, #8, WDM. We're experimenting with a gallery layout where people can walk around to enjoy our new creations! There will be munchies and a chance to make your own - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 30 - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 06:00 pm β Fri Aug 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/in-the-loop/200030157038600 - **Venue**: Des Moines DanzArts Studio - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy82ZjgzNjk2MjNjOGJhNTkzNjM2M2YyMDIxNDQ3NjMyYThlMjY1ZmVjZjlkMzVlMzhmN2ViMDBhNTJkYTZlMTI1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYzMTI3NDQ.avif - **Categories**: nonprofit - **Event Name**: John Preston Mini Solo - **Description**: Join us for the opening reception of John Preston's mini solo exhibition! Celebrated Iowa artists, John Preston will show a new collection of watercolors and will have his plein air painting rig set up during the reception to give a demonstration for th - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/john-preston-mini-solo/200030547319849 - **Venue**: 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8zNDMzNzEyNTYyM2UzNjdlOGNhMDJjMGE4MjdkZGEwYmIxMTU0ZTRjMWRmNDgwMTgzYmFiYTM0ZDc3Yzg5MDY4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2I4YjhiOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjU3MDQyOQ.avif - **Categories**: art, exhibitions, fine-arts - **Event Name**: 22nd Annual Works of Growth & Recovery Art Exhibition - **Description**: Celebrate the creativity, resilience, and talent of Central Iowa artists at the 22nd Annual Works of Growth & Recovery Juried Art ExhibitionAbout this EventCelebrate the creativity, resilience, and talent of Central I - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 04:00 pm β Thu Oct 01 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/22nd-annual-works-of-growth-and-recovery-art-exhibition/100001997046048490 - **Venue**: Olson-Larsen Galleries - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jMjhjOTRkZWU4ZTVmNTU4NDQ3OGM2MjUyMGMzNTdlZmUyY2Q2MDdlZTVmODhlMWYyZDkzY2Y2ZWY4ZmNjNzQxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODYwNjA2OTc.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Exhibitions, health-wellness - **Event Name**: Dillard's Childrens Dept (Des Moines,IA) Hosting Silhouettes by Chris - **Description**: Internationally known silhouette artist Chris Casey hand-cuts heirloom quality portraits using only surgical scissors and fine quality paperAbout this EventCome see 2nd generation, master silhouette artist - **Date**: Wed Sep 30 2026 at 01:00 pm β Wed Sep 30 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/dillards-childrens-dept-des-moinesia-hosting-silhouettes-by-chris/100001995748532585 - **Venue**: Dillard's - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kZDUzYmJkMTkyM2IzYWM4NTc5Yzc2MmM5MTZjMDhlZDkwNThhZjU2YWUyNWQzNjBlMmEwZTc1NDlmYTA3MTM4LXJpbWctdzQ5NC1oNjU4LWRjMTkxNjE0LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTMyOTA3Mg.avif - **Price**: USD 13 - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Taste of Norway - **Description**: The Daughters of Norway Eva Nansen Lodge annual Taste of Norway features baked goods, local artists and craftspeople, vendors with everything from books to clothes to soaps, and music. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 205 - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 am β Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/taste-of-norway/200030280165541 - **Venue**: Valley High School - WDMCS - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Taste+of+Norway&date=Sat+Oct+17+2026+at+09%3A00+am&bg=2 - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Pop-Up Art Show - **Description**: We're back during cooler weather this year. Just in time for holiday shopping. We have many new pieces and would love to see you again this year. There will be additional artists β’ $50 and under gift ideas β’ acrylic paintings β’ mixed-media art β’ ceramics - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 55 - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:00 am β Sat Oct 03 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/3rd-annual-pop-up-art-show/200030493489425 - **Venue**: 4800 Stonebridge Rd WDM 50265 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iNWFhNTliYTEzMDdiNWQ0MGI1MWY3NGE5YTYzZGUzOGZjMWYzY2M2ZTg5MjYxZjIxYmQwNTkzZmFhMmU1NGQ2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyNjQtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODYyOTg5NTA.avif - **Categories**: art, pop-ups, crafts, shopping, holiday ## Trending Events in West Des Moines - **Event Name**: West Des Moines Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!) - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/846ba06d99c10762390a2f8796f3f78cc0b306edfe2f624a15ec809267eb2dea-rimg-w1200-h660-dc171816-gmir.jpg?v=1759892782 - **Event Name**: Taking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day - **Description**: π Venue: Val Air Ballroom π Address: 301 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265 π City: West Des Moines π Location: 41.5852, -93.7064β¨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Taking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day, where every - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/baeb97c0-9717-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w1200-h862-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786626360 - **Event Name**: TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue - **Description**: TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue Iowa State Fair Des Moines, IA Aug 18, 2026 - 8:00 PM - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/7adafd2a420ec7196ba91872c6fe90e3910a2e1ceb76b4766763ef6af83b090a-rimg-w1200-h675-dc583808-gmir?v=1786631857 - **Event Name**: Big Thief at Val Air Ballroom - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c8bc31d0-580a-11f1-966e-412116278f5b-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1779693876 - **Event Name**: Los Γngeles Azules en West Des Moines - **Description**: Don't miss Los Γngeles Azules en West Des Moines happening at Val Air Ballroom, West Des Moines, IA, United States on 2026-08-21T21:00:00-06:00. A great evening with good music and a laid-back atmosphere awaits you. Invite your friends for a night out! - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/0af020b0-66bc-11f1-ba52-bfd8536ace95-rimg-w1200-h344-dc1ebdda-gmir.jpg?v=1781309325 - **Event Name**: AJR - **Description**: AJR Venue: Iowa State Fair Des Moines, IA Date: 19 Aug, 2026 - 08:00 PM - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/60ecc77683e61748dba5994ec6992df0e77878f5c6c02ad172db22471b3ef7d0-rimg-w768-h512-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1786351811 - **Event Name**: Trae Crowder - **Description**: π Venue: Funny Bone - Des Moines π Address: 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266 π City: West Des Moines π Location: 41.5617, -93.7844π Welcome to Trae Crowder, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! ποΈ Joi - **Venue**: Funny Bone - Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f96cc0e0-2a36-11f0-9199-c5a5a3f2ab75-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010101-gmir.png?v=1746507610 - **Event Name**: Crowder with Rend Collective - **Description**: π Venue: Lutheran Church of Hope π Address: 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50266 π City: West Des Moines π Location: 41.5818, -93.8078π Journey into wonder at Crowder with Rend Collective, where extraordinary experiences a - **Venue**: Lutheran Church of Hope - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/6c60f7a0-972e-11f1-aeb9-85abe4888be8-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcd8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1786636106 - **Event Name**: Dave Attell - **Description**: π Venue: Funny Bone - Des Moines π Address: 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266 π City: West Des Moines π Location: 41.5617, -93.7844π Prepare to be amazed at Dave Attell, the most anticipated gathering of the season! π S - **Venue**: Funny Bone - Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/cbe455a0-96fc-11f1-897f-eff8c8b00a4f-rimg-w988-h593-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786615391 ## Browse Art Events by Date - [Art Events Today in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/art--today) - [Art Events This Weekend in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/art--this-weekend) - [Art Events in August in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/art--august) - [Art Events in September in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/art--september) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** The Story So Far, The Starting Line, Ultra Q in West Des Moines (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 07:30 pm at Val Air Ballroom), Black Veil Brides, Caskets in West Des Moines (Tue Sep 08 2026 at 06:35 pm at Val Air Ballroom), Des Moines Professional Baseball History (Wed Aug 19 2026 at 06:30 pm at West Des Moines Public Library), In the Loop (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 06:00 pm at Des Moines DanzArts Studio), John Preston Mini Solo (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 05:00 pm at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265). - **Q**: What are the top free Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** 22nd Annual Works of Growth & Recovery Art Exhibition (Thu Oct 01 2026 at 04:00 pm at Olson-Larsen Galleries). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in West Des Moines in August 2026? - **A:** Des Moines Professional Baseball History (Wed Aug 19 2026 at 06:30 pm at West Des Moines Public Library), In the Loop (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 06:00 pm at Des Moines DanzArts Studio), John Preston Mini Solo (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 05:00 pm at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265). - **Q**: How can I find Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in West 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 Art events in West 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 Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in West Des Moines include Val Air Ballroom, West Des Moines Public Library, Des Moines DanzArts Studio. - **Q**: What is the price range for Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** Prices for Art events in West Des Moines range from USD 13 to USD 13. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in West Des Moines include Concert Tracker, Melody Mapper, West Des Moines Public Library. - **Q**: Are there any online Art events available? - **A:** Yes, many Art 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 Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in West Des Moines. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fa/62c63e1af3495c9493152cf57d2048/art.png ## Arts events from nearby cities - [Arts events in Clive](https://allevents.in/clive/art) - [Arts events in Urbandale](https://allevents.in/urbandale/art) - [Arts events in Cumming](https://allevents.in/cumming-ia/art) - [Arts events in Des Moines](https://allevents.in/des-moines/art) - [Arts events in Waukee](https://allevents.in/waukee/art) - [Arts events in Johnston](https://allevents.in/johnston-ia/art) - [Arts events in Granger](https://allevents.in/granger-ia/art)