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Des Moines Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Des Moines, IA, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Des Moines throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Des Moines events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Des Moines Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Des Moines
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 605
- Sep0820266:35 PMTueHARD ROCK / METALBlack Veil BridesVal Air Ballroom
50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, US50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $44Avg. price ~ $5016 tickets remaining!Select Seats - Sep0820266:38 PMTueMinors (AAA)Best ValueIowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mud HensPrincipal Park50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, US50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, USFrom $5Avg. price ~ $34Tickets Available: 741Select Seats
- Sep09202612:08 PMWedMinors (AAA)Iowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mud HensPrincipal Park50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, US50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, USFrom $6Avg. price ~ $35Tickets Available: 1487Select Seats
- Sep0920267:00 PMWedCOUNTRY / FOLKWade ForsterxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $76Avg. price ~ $881 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep0920267:00 PMWedCOMEDYAhren BelisleFunny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines50266, 560 S Prairie View Drive West Des Moines, IA, US50266, 560 S Prairie View Drive West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $59Avg. price ~ $684 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1020266:00 PMThuPOP / ROCKBlues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin DoctorsLauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park50321, 2201 George Flagg Parkway Des Moines, IA, US50321, 2201 George Flagg Parkway Des Moines, IA, USFrom $46Avg. price ~ $221Tickets Available: 264Select Seats
- Sep1020266:38 PMThuMinors (AAA)Iowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mud HensPrincipal Park50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, US50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, USFrom $8Avg. price ~ $27Tickets Available: 1337Select Seats
- Sep1020267:00 PMThuCOMEDYHigh DemandTig NotaroHoyt Sherman Place Theater • 1252 seatsHoyt Sherman Place Theater50309, 1501 Woodland Des Moines, IA, US50309, 1501 Woodland Des Moines, IA, USFrom $41Avg. price ~ $31828 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1020267:00 PMThuOTHERJane Don'tFunny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines50266, 560 S Prairie View Drive West Des Moines, IA, US50266, 560 S Prairie View Drive West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $72Avg. price ~ $49814 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1020267:00 PMThuCOUNTRY / FOLKLily RoseWooly's • 700 seatsWooly's50309, 504 E. Locust Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 504 E. Locust Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $31Avg. price ~ $3616 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1020267:00 PMThuGeneralThe Back AlleyxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $25Avg. price ~ $3726 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1020267:30 PMThuConcertEnd Of The InnocenceEnd Of The InnocenceThe Ingersoll50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, US50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, USFrom $164Avg. price ~ $229Tickets Available: 424Select Seats
- Sep1020267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYWickedDes Moines Civic Center • 2700 seatsDes Moines Civic Center50309, 221 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 221 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $143Avg. price ~ $16518 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep112026Time TBAOTHERGalaxyCon Des Moines - FridayGalaxyCon Des Moines - FridayHy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center50309, 730 3rd St Des Moines, IA, US50309, 730 3rd St Des Moines, IA, USFrom $81Avg. price ~ $944 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1120267:00 PMFriCOMEDYPat McGannFunny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines50266, 560 S Prairie View Drive West Des Moines, IA, US50266, 560 S Prairie View Drive West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $41Avg. price ~ $6418 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1120267:00 PMFriHARD ROCK / METALAll Shall PerishWooly's • 700 seatsWooly's50309, 504 E. Locust Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 504 E. Locust Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $35Avg. price ~ $47724 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1120267:08 PMFriMinors (AAA)Iowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mud HensPrincipal Park50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, US50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, USFrom $13Avg. price ~ $28Tickets Available: 605Select Seats
- Sep1120267:30 PMFriConcertEnd Of The InnocenceEnd Of The InnocenceThe Ingersoll50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, US50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, USFrom $164Avg. price ~ $221Tickets Available: 340Select Seats
- Sep1120267:30 PMFriRAP / HIP HOPHonestavHonestavVal Air Ballroom50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, US50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $44Avg. price ~ $5419 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1120267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYWickedDes Moines Civic Center • 2700 seatsDes Moines Civic Center50309, 221 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 221 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $115Avg. price ~ $180Tickets Available: 44Select Seats
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Des Moines Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
January
Events in January 2027
February
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March
Events in March 2027
April
Events in April 2027
May
Events in May 2027
June
Events in June 2027
July
Events in July 2027
August
Events in August 2027
September
This Month
Events in September 2026
October
Events in October 2026
November
Events in November 2026
December
Events in December 2026
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Des Moines events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Des Moines. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Venues Hosting Events in 2026
Explore Des Moines venues where concerts, shows, sports, and live events take place throughout the year.
Casey's Center
Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 89
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Des Moines Civic Center
Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 104
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Drake Stadium - Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 4
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Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
Comedy Club
Upcoming Events: 64
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Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Horizon Events Center
Clive, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 2
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Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Des Moines, IA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 37
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Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center
Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 2
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Jordan Creek Town Center
West Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 17
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Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
Des Moines, IA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 1
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Lutheran Church of Hope
West Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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NorthPoint Church
Johnston, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Platform Club
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Principal Park
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 81
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Stoner Studio Theater - Des Moines Performing Arts
Des Moines, IA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 17
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The Ingersoll
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 54
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The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex
West Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 29
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Val Air Ballroom
West Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 23
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Vibrant Music Hall
Waukee, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 15
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Wooly's
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 33
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Des Moines venues range from large arenas and stadiums to theaters and intimate showrooms. Each venue hosts a rotating schedule of concerts, shows, sports events, and live performances throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Des Moines right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Des Moines rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Des Moines?
Yeah — Des Moines doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Des Moines?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Des Moines, IA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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