# Kids events in West Des Moines, Today and Upcoming Kids events in West Des Moines

- **Subtitle**: All Kids events in West Des Moines, Iowa. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in West Des Moines like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All Kids events in West Des Moines, Iowa. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in West Des Moines like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in West Des Moines

- **Event Name**: Fall Kickoff at Soteria
  - **Description**: Join us for Fall Kick-Off at Soteria! Celebrate this exciting season in our newly completed auditorium with worship, baptisms, practical teaching from God’s Word, great food, and fun for the whole family!

Whether you’re new to Soteria or have been part o
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 08:30 am – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/fall-kickoff-at-soteria/200030574871852
  - **Venue**: 3250 SE Soteria Ave. , West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265
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  - **Categories**: kids, dog
- **Event Name**: Running with Straws 5K - 2026
  - **Description**: Event details
– 9:00a shirt pick up/registeration
– 9:45a why straws? what’s a wog?
– 10:00a run/walk/jog/wog
– 10:15a start of prize give-a-ways

Register at: rws.raceroster.com
– $35 Adults
– $20 Kids 12 & under
– $5 Dogs

Register by August 21st to
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 06 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/running-with-straws-5k-2026/200029017135010
  - **Venue**: Raccoon River Park
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  - **Categories**: kids, dog
- **Event Name**: Rally Weekend
  - **Description**: Rally Weekend is the official launch of a new year of worship, programming, classes and events! It’s a great opportunity to help you get connected and learn about the various opportunities available throughout the year!

Saturday, Aug. 29, 5:00 pm
Sunday,
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/rally-weekend/200030503028750
  - **Venue**: 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266
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  - **Categories**: workshops, it, kids
- **Event Name**: Kids Markets at Valley Junction Vintage, Thrifted, & Handmade
  - **Description**: Kids Markets are exciting, family-friendly farmers market-style events for kids ages 5-17! Register today at www.kidsmarkets.com.
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/kids-markets-at-valley-junction-vintage-thrifted-and-handmade/100001989229488950
  - **Venue**: 301 5th St
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Kids
- **Event Name**: Open Board Gaming
  - **Description**: Join us for tabletop fun at Open Board gaming at Ironside Axe Club!
What: Open Board gaming .
Where: Ironside Axe Club Lobby
Games are provided, and people are on hand to help teach. This is a great opportunity to try some new games and meet new people. T
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 23 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/open-board-gaming/200030157035427
  - **Venue**: 2700 University Ave, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266
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  - **Categories**: Kids, Contests
- **Event Name**: Fused Glass at The Rainbow Room!
  - **Description**: Who: Plant Pals @ The Rainbow Room, next to Five Monkey's
What: Fused Glass Workshop
When: Wednesday, September 23rd 6:00-9:00 PM
Where: The Rainbow Room 131 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Why: Plant Pals have the opportunity to meet up at The Rainbow
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  - **Date**: Wed Sep 23 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/fused-glass-at-the-rainbow-room/200030515533107
  - **Venue**: 131 5th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265-4717, United States
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  - **Categories**: Workshops, Meetups, Kids
- **Event Name**: Pour with Purpose - Candle-Making Fundraiser Benefiting Variety – the Children's Charity of Iowa
  - **Description**: Join me for an evening of creativity, community, and purpose at Candle Bar DSM!

Spend the evening creating a one-of-a-kind candle while helping create brighter futures for Iowa kids. Every candle purchased helps support Variety's mission of improving the
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  - **Date**: Tue Sep 22 2026 at 05:00 pm – Tue Sep 22 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/pour-with-purpose-candle-making-fundraiser-benefiting-variety-the-childrens-charity-of-iowa/200030534855353
  - **Venue**: Candle Bar DSM
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  - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Kids

## 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)
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- **Event Name**: Trae Crowder
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Funny Bone - Des Moines
🏠 Address: 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
🌆 City: West Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5617, -93.7844🌟 Journey into wonder at Trae Crowder, where extraordinary experiences await around ever
  - **Venue**: Funny Bone - Des Moines
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- **Event Name**: Band of Horses & Dinosaur Jr. at Val Air Ballroom
  - **Description**: Join us for an electrifying performance by Dinosaur Jr.! Don't miss this legendary rock band as they hit the stage with their iconic sound. Get your tickets now at Tickets Helper to secure your spot and rock out with Dinosaur Jr. #DinosaurJr #RockMusic #L
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Black Veil Brides
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Guitarras ATM Band | Taste of the Junction Multicultural Festival
  - **Description**: Come out and enjoy the sounds of the Guitarras ATM Band! 
A vibrant musical group based in the Greater Des Moines, Iowa. 

They will have Valley Junction Sizzling Labor Day Weekend with the energy of authentic Mexican and Latin music, and more to life.
  - **Venue**: Taste of the Junction
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- **Event Name**: Black Veil Brides with Caskets, Archers, and Holy Wars
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Val Air Ballroom
🏠 Address: 301 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
🌆 City: West Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5852, -93.7064✨ Discover the extraordinary at Black Veil Brides with Caskets, Archers, and Holy Wars, where magic me
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Black Veil Brides, Caskets in West Des Moines
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Black Veil Brides Live in West Des Moines on Tuesday, September 8, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Black Veil Brides like never before? With chart-topping hits like In The End, Knives and Pens and Bleeders
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors
  - **Description**: Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors

Venue: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
Des Moines, IA

Date: 10 Sep, 2026 - 06:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA
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- **Event Name**: Gary Clark Jr.
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** Fall Kickoff at Soteria (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 08:30 am at 3250 SE Soteria Ave. , West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265), Running with Straws 5K - 2026 (Sun Sep 06 2026 at 09:00 am at Raccoon River Park), Rally Weekend (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 04:00 pm at 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266), Kids Markets at Valley Junction Vintage, Thrifted, & Handmade (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 10:00 am at 301 5th St), Open Board Gaming (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 2700 University Ave, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** Kids Markets at Valley Junction Vintage, Thrifted, & Handmade (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 10:00 am at 301 5th St).
- **Q**: What events are happening in West Des Moines this weekend August 21–23, 2026?
  - **A:** Open Board Gaming (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 2700 University Ave, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266).
- **Q**: What events are happening in West Des Moines in August 2026?
  - **A:** Rally Weekend (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 04:00 pm at 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266), Open Board Gaming (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 2700 University Ave, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266).
- **Q**: How can I find events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming 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 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 events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in West Des Moines include 3250 SE Soteria Ave. , West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50265, Raccoon River Park, 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50266.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in West Des Moines include Soteria Church, Lutheran Church of Hope, Kids Markets.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in West Des Moines.

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