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

- **Subtitle**: All Writing 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 Writing 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**: 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo
  - **Description**: Join us as we celebrate our 12th year of bringing you better books! 
Addmission is free! 
Free plants and goody bags while supplies last! 
**NEW THIS YEAR**
The Reading Room
Enjoy authors and acoustic performaces in a comfy setting! Pull up a chair or a p
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 26 2027 at 12:00 pm – Sat Jun 26 2027 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/12th-annual-indie-author-book-expo/200030445870930
  - **Venue**: Valley Junction
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, business, exhibitions, workshops
- **Event Name**: Of Oracles and Sirens Book Signing - Barnes & Noble
  - **Description**: Come meet the author of the first entry in a brand new sci-fi space opera series: Of Oracles and Sirens! Get your book signed by the author, pick up some bookmarks and a sticker pack with each purchase, as well as some exclusive looks at in progress artwo
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Aug 08 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/of-oracles-and-sirens-book-signing-barnes-and-noble/200030330593053
  - **Venue**: Barnes & Noble
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: In The Stacks with Kevin T. Mason
  - **Description**: Please join us in welcoming author Kevin Mason this evening! An Assistant Professor of History at the University of Iowa, and the founder of Notes on Iowa, he will share about his book, Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa, and share details about some fas
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  - **Date**: Mon Aug 17 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon Aug 17 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/in-the-stacks-with-kevin-t-mason/200030446314036
  - **Venue**: West Des Moines Public Library
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, art, literary-art, trekking, storytelling
- **Event Name**: The Portal Within + Barnes and Noble
  - **Description**: I prayed and prayed and it finally come true! I’m finally going to have a book signing at Barnes and Noble! I’m so excited to see you all there! You can order your copy now or buy one at the book signing! Mark your calendars, September 5, 2026 ! 1-3pm #as
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Sep 05 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/the-portal-within-barnes-and-noble/200030255464809
  - **Venue**: 4550 University Avenue West Des Moines Iowa 50226
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## 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**: Big Thief
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr at Val Air Ballroom
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Band of Horses & Dinosaur Jr.
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Mastodon with Defheaven and Alcest
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Val Air Ballroom
🏠 Address: 301 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
🌆 City: West Des Moines
📍 Location: 41.5852, -93.7064✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Mastodon with Defheaven and Alcest, where every moment promise
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Taking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day at Val Air Ballroom
  - **Description**: Presented by First Fleet Concerts

Taking Back Sunday with Thrice and Saves The Day

Doors: 6:00 PM
Show: 7:00 PM
All Ages

Tickets on sale Friday, May 1st at 10:00 AM online at axs.com
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: Los Ángeles Azules en West Des Moines
  - **Description**: Don't miss Los Ángeles 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
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- **Event Name**: Taking Back Sunday  Thrice & Saves The Day
  - **Venue**: Val Air Ballroom
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- **Event Name**: WWE: RAW
  - **Description**: WWE: RAW

Venue: Casey's Center
Des Moines, IA

Date: 03 Aug, 2026 - 06:30 PM
  - **Venue**: Des Moines, IA
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo (Sat Jun 26 2027 at 12:00 pm at Valley Junction), Of Oracles and Sirens Book Signing - Barnes & Noble (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 02:00 pm at Barnes & Noble), In The Stacks with Kevin T. Mason (Mon Aug 17 2026 at 06:30 pm at West Des Moines Public Library), The Portal Within + Barnes and Noble (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm at 4550 University Avenue West Des Moines Iowa 50226).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo (Sat Jun 26 2027 at 12:00 pm at Valley Junction).
- **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 Valley Junction, Barnes & Noble, West Des Moines Public Library.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in West Des Moines?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in West Des Moines include IABE, Aaron Strix-Corvus Labertew, Sci-Fi Author, West Des Moines Public Library.
- **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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