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.
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## Art Events in West Des Moines - **Event Name**: Parking Thy Art Is Murder with Carnifex, Bodysnatcher, 200 Stab Wounds and more - **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, -93.7064π Welcome to Parking Thy Art Is Murder with Carnifex, Bodysnatcher, 200 Stab Wounds and more, where th - **Date**: Wed May 20 2026 at 09:45 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/parking-thy-art-is-murder-with-carnifex-bodysnatcher-200-stab-wounds-and-more/3200029396479958 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8yYWRmOGE3MC1lZjVmLTExZjAtYTI1OS03NzQyNTVkOWQxMDktcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODAwLWRjMTQxMzE5LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2ODE4NTI0Nw.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Chaos and Carnage: Thy Art Is Murder Carnifex & Bodysnatcher - **Description**: β¨ Discover the extraordinary at Chaos and Carnage: Thy Art Is Murder Carnifex & Bodysnatcher, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! ποΈ Set in Val Air Ballroom nestled in bustling West Des M - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/chaos-and-carnage-thy-art-is-murder-carnifex-and-bodysnatcher/2300029430644844 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84MDVlMzA2MC0zMzUxLTExZjEtOTlhMC1lMTMzYmFmMzQyZDMtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTM1MC1kYzAzMDIwMi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzU2NTYwNTY.avif - **Categories**: Art - **Event Name**: Jordan Beem LIVE at The Pelican Post! - **Description**: π₯ Des Moines native Jordan Beem is BACK! He delivers a high-energy country & rock show, joined by drummer John Griffiths! Named 2024 Iowa Music Awards Country Artist of the Year and a Midwest CMO Winner & 3-Time Nominee, this show is packed with - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 336 - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/jordan-beem-live-at-the-pelican-post/200029770458042 - **Venue**: The Pelican Post Bar & Grille - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9iMWVkNTJiZjc1YmUyZWZiYzJjMmY0N2UzN2VmMDFlMDE5MmI5MzA3ZTUyY2U0ZTY2YTI2OWVmZTQxZGFhZGFkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMwMTAxMDEtZ21pcj92PTE3NzQzMTE4MzQ.avif - **Categories**: art, country-music-festivals - **Event Name**: Inked: 8 Printmakers - **Description**: Join us during Valley Junction Gallery Night to see new work by eight local + midwest artists working with a wide variety of printmaking techniques, both large and small! Featured artists: Anda Tanaka Mary Jones Anne Burton Mat Kelly Levi Robb Jackson T - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 98 - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm β Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/inked-8-printmakers/200029872246047 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9kMTI2NjhmMmFiNGViOTJlYmFkYmYzNzEzZTg1NmM1MDU5NjJmZDJhMzIzNWVlYjE1Y2M1Yzg3ZjA0MTIzYzJmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2RiZGNkNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTM3MDk0Mw.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Gallery Yoga - **Description**: Join us in the gallery for some slow, stretchy yoga and learn about the artwork on view. Led by yoga practitioner, Ashley Kirvin, this class that will allow you to explore a gentle & grounded yoga practice paired with seated mindfulness meditation ami - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 16 - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am β Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/gallery-yoga/200029897459248 - **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/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iNjkzYjEzMjRlMDZlMGNlYmFlYTc1OTJjOWUxMGY2MGUzNjU3NmQ0NTY2OGE1Y2M1ZjE0NzNjODg0NDRjYWIyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2U3ZTZkYy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjAzNzkyOQ.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, meditation, art, workshops, nonprofit, exhibitions, yoga, fine-arts - **Event Name**: IABE Poetry Workshop - **Description**: Let The Words Fly! This one of a kind workshop is great for beginners and seasoned writers!About this EventJoin us today!Limited SeatingJune 27th 2026Valley Junction Activity Center217 5th St., Wes - **Date**: Sat Jun 27 2026 at 12:00 pm β Sat Jun 27 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/iabe-poetry-workshop/100001981750159073 - **Venue**: Valley Junction Activity Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8wY2RjOTg2OGMwYjE0NWVhMDRkOWNlMmQ2ZGU1NzQ1OGUzZDY2NWM1YjM1YmJmY2NlMjU4NGUzZGE5MWJjNjVkLXJpbWctdzk0MC1oNzg4LWRjZWRkOWE2LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2OTU4NzMyOQ.avif - **Price**: USD 40 - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, business, exhibitions - **Event Name**: 2025 Member Event at Five Monkeys! - **Description**: Please join the Capital Bears for a member event. If you were a Representative Member in 2025 the Bears will contribute up to $20 towards your project at Five Monkeys in Valley Junction. All are welcome to attend. Food and beverage of choice can be brough - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 21 - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:00 pm β Thu Apr 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/2025-member-event-at-five-monkeys/200029903110651 - **Venue**: 131 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265-4717, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kMTIyMzRhODljNGE2NTE2NjllMjYyNzkwMjdlODYyZjIyMzI4MTQyYTM4ZDYzMjNjY2ZkZjI4NGQwMWVkNDM5LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGNmZmQzMDItZ21pcj92PTE3NzU1MzA2MTA.avif - **Categories**: art, fine-arts - **Event Name**: Author Event/Book Signing at Barnes & Noble - **Description**: Come get a copy of my second book, The Veil Between Us, or get your copy signed at Barnes & Noble on April 18th! About my book: Sage Nolan is almost twenty-five. Sheβs had a normal life so far, or so it seems. On her 25th birthday, she meets Lux, a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:00 pm β Sat Apr 18 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/author-event-book-signing-at-barnes-and-noble/200029507509127 - **Venue**: Barnes & Noble (The Shoppes at Three Fountains 4550 University Avenue West Des Moines, West Des Moines, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9jZTBkOWQ5YjhkZjY2NmUzNjI2N2I2NDQ2ZmUxNmRiMWVjNDlkNTQyYzRlNGY4OTAxNmU4ZjFiYmVmYTc5MjVlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kYzAzMTMxYy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDIxMzQ2MQ.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Thy Art Is Murder with Carnifex, Bodysnatcher, 200 Stab Wounds and more - **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¨ Discover the extraordinary at Thy Art Is Murder with Carnifex, Bodysnatcher, 200 Stab Wounds and more - **Date**: Wed May 20 2026 at 09:45 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/thy-art-is-murder-with-carnifex-bodysnatcher-200-stab-wounds-and-more/3200029567356408 - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Thy+Art+Is+Murder+with+Carnifex%2C+Bodysnatcher%2C+200+Stab+Wounds+and+more&date=Wed+May+20+2026+at+09%3A45+pm&bg=4 - **Categories**: art ## Trending Events in West Des Moines - **Event Name**: Marlon Wayans - **Description**: β¨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Marlon Wayans, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! π Imagine of transforming Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines in the heart of West Des Moines, - **Venue**: Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/09b556e0-3460-11f1-b9d7-1342b3f1e3f2-rimg-w976-h1268-dcf2f1f1-gmir.jpg?v=1775772251 - **Event Name**: Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour - **Description**: Nate Bargatze Venue: Casey's Center Des Moines, IA Date: 24 Apr, 2026 - 07:00 PM - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/8ca5514f0f17fed5570e40bccec2d6dc16dbb127c4afb53a7c71c255d09a003f-rimg-w1200-h675-dc031347-gmir?v=1775975073 - **Event Name**: Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr at Val Air Ballroom - **Description**: β¨ Experience the magic of Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr at Val Air Ballroom, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! ποΈ The iconic Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, IA se - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c35f0590-3182-11f1-b66b-c789a2302db1-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775457313 - **Event Name**: Sepultura with Exodus, Biohazard and Tribal Gaze - **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 Sepultura with Exodus, Biohazard and Tribal Gaze, where every - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/15b67bf0-2415-11f1-b21f-e7b51f3e47f4-rimg-w1200-h675-dc030204-gmir.jpg?v=1773980840 - **Event Name**: An Evening With Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr. at Val Air Ballroom - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts AN EVENING WITH BAND OF HORSES AND DINOSAUR JR. Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 8:00 PM All Ages Tickets on sale Friday, March 20th at 10:00 AM online at axs.com Every ticket sold will add +$1 to donate to The Vera Project. The - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/125cd087b28383eb87ddffe694c037bf12da197bdb6bafba8c846d1fa8b0ec62-rimg-w1200-h628-dc7669ad-gmir?v=1776038894 - **Event Name**: TJ Miller at Funny Bone - Des Moines - **Description**: π Welcome to TJ Miller at Funny Bone - Des Moines, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! ποΈ Join us at Funny Bone - Des Moines in the heart of West Des Moines, IA - **Venue**: Funny Bone - Des Moines - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/03502c40-3342-11f1-815c-a90acb8b9ebc-rimg-w1200-h648-dcdcc6ab-gmir.jpg?v=1775649404 - **Event Name**: Freddie Gibbs - **Description**: β¨ Experience the magic of Freddie Gibbs, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! ποΈ The iconic Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, IA sets the perfect stage for an unforgetta - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/6bac7b90-1975-11f1-8747-1187d79d3166-rimg-w1000-h1000-dcf4f2f1-gmir.jpg?v=1772812753 - **Event Name**: Big Thief - **Description**: β¨ Experience the magic of Big Thief, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! ποΈ The iconic Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, IA sets the perfect stage for an unforgettable - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a28528a0-2826-11f1-a4cd-5d89b9b8e421-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc8f8c77-gmir.jpg?v=1774428182 - **Event Name**: Gov't Mule & Larkin Poe - **Description**: β¨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Gov't Mule & Larkin Poe, where every moment tells a story! ποΈ The stunning Val Air Ballroom in vibrant West Des Moines, IA transforms into - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c8711fa0-33da-11f1-815c-a90acb8b9ebc-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc2e3132-gmir.jpg?v=1775715018 ## 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 April in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/art--april) - [Art Events in May in West Des Moines](https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/art--may) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Art events in West Des Moines? - **A:** Parking Thy Art Is Murder with Carnifex, Bodysnatcher, 200 Stab Wounds and more (Wed May 20 2026 at 09:45 pm at Val Air Ballroom), Chaos and Carnage: Thy Art Is Murder Carnifex & Bodysnatcher (Tue May 19 2026 at 06:00 pm at Val Air Ballroom), Jordan Beem LIVE at The Pelican Post! (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Pelican Post Bar & Grille), Inked: 8 Printmakers (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265), Gallery Yoga (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in West Des Moines this weekend April 17β19, 2026? - **A:** Inked: 8 Printmakers (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265), Gallery Yoga (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265), Author Event/Book Signing at Barnes & Noble (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:00 pm at Barnes & Noble (The Shoppes at Three Fountains 4550 University Avenue West Des Moines, West Des Moines, IA)). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in West Des Moines in April 2026? - **A:** Inked: 8 Printmakers (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265), Gallery Yoga (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 09:00 am at 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265), 2025 Member Event at Five Monkeys! (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 06:00 pm at 131 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265-4717, United States), Author Event/Book Signing at Barnes & Noble (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:00 pm at Barnes & Noble (The Shoppes at Three Fountains 4550 University Avenue West Des Moines, West Des Moines, IA)). - **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, The Pelican Post Bar & Grille, 542 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265. - **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 40 to USD 40. 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 Seat Geek, Ticket Network Events, Jordan Beem Music. - **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 Norwalk](https://allevents.in/norwalk-ia/art) - [Arts events in Johnston](https://allevents.in/johnston-ia/art) - [Arts events in Martensdale](https://allevents.in/martensdale/art)