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Waukee Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Waukee, IA, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Waukee 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 Waukee events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Waukee Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Waukee
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 538
- Jul1620267:00 PMThuConcertMammoth - BandWooly's • 700 seatsWooly's
50309, 504 E. Locust Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 504 E. Locust Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $31Avg. price ~ $4421 tickets remaining!Select Seats - Jul1620268:00 PMThuRAP / HIP HOPLil WayneCasey's Center • 17000 seatsCasey's Center50309, 730 3rd Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 730 3rd Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $44Avg. price ~ $177Tickets Available: 384Select Seats
- Jul1720267:00 PMFriCOMEDYDavid KoechnerFunny 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 $51Avg. price ~ $9520 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul1720267:30 PMFriGeorge Michael Reborn - A Tribute to George MichaelThe Ingersoll50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, US50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, USFrom $151Avg. price ~ $298Tickets Available: 262Select Seats
- Jul1720268:00 PMFriCOUNTRY / FOLKBest ValueThe Faster HorsesxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $23Avg. price ~ $2610 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul182026Time TBABASEBALLWeekend EventIowa Cubs vs. Tri-City Chili PeppersPrincipal Park50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, US50309, 1 Line Drive Des Moines, IA, USFrom $39Avg. price ~ $71Tickets Available: 75Select Seats
- Jul1820266:30 PMSatCOMEDYWeekend EventDavid KoechnerFunny 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 $46Avg. price ~ $8222 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul1820267:30 PMSatConcertHigh DemandWeekend EventGeorge Michael Reborn - A Tribute to George MichaelThe Ingersoll50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, US50312, 3711 Ingersoll Ave Des Moines, IA, USFrom $179Avg. price ~ $236Tickets Available: 354Select Seats
- Jul1820268:00 PMSatPOP / ROCKWeekend EventDakotaDakotaxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $27Avg. price ~ $322 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul1920267:30 PMSunALTERNATIVEWeekend EventThe Head and The HeartVal Air Ballroom50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, US50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $64Avg. price ~ $7521 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul1920267:30 PMSunALTERNATIVEWeekend EventLord HuronVibrant Music Hall50263, 2938 Grand Prairie Pkwy Waukee, IA, US50263, 2938 Grand Prairie Pkwy Waukee, IA, USFrom $82Avg. price ~ $148Tickets Available: 35Select Seats
- Jul2020267:00 PMMonPOP / ROCKFlagmanxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $27Avg. price ~ $4224 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2020267:00 PMMonPOP / ROCKShakey Graves & Dope LemonShakey Graves & Dope LemonVal Air Ballroom50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, US50265, 301 Ashworth Rd. West Des Moines, IA, USFrom $56Avg. price ~ $6619 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2120267:00 PMTueHARD ROCK / METALDed - BandxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $36Avg. price ~ $5420 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2220266:30 PMWedConcertThe School of Rock AllstarsxBk Live50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1159 24th St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $27Avg. price ~ $4620 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2220267:00 PMWedCOUNTRY / FOLKMadeleine KelsonxBk Annex50311, 1163 24th Street Unit B Des Moines, IA, US50311, 1163 24th Street Unit B Des Moines, IA, USFrom $45Avg. price ~ $5316 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2320267:00 PMThuCOMEDYJason SalmonFunny 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 $45Avg. price ~ $8722 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2420265:00 PMFriFOOTBALLBest ValueIowa Barnstormers vs. San Antonio GunslingersCasey's Center • 17000 seatsCasey's Center50309, 730 3rd Street Des Moines, IA, US50309, 730 3rd Street Des Moines, IA, USFrom $23Avg. price ~ $49Tickets Available: 224Select Seats
- Jul2420267:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYRent - School EditionStoner Studio Theater - Des Moines Performing Arts50309, 221 Walnut St. Des Moines, IA, US50309, 221 Walnut St. Des Moines, IA, USFrom $49Avg. price ~ $21112 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jul2420267:00 PMFriCOMEDYAndy WoodhullFunny 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 $29Avg. price ~ $125Tickets Available: 60Select Seats
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Waukee Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
January
Events in January 2027
February
Events in February 2027
March
Events in March 2027
April
Events in April 2027
May
Events in May 2027
June
Events in June 2027
July
This Month
Events in July 2026
August
Events in August 2026
September
Events in September 2026
October
Events in October 2026
November
Events in November 2026
December
Events in December 2026
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Waukee 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 Waukee. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Venues Hosting Events in 2026
Explore Waukee venues where concerts, shows, sports, and live events take place throughout the year.
Casey's Center
Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 43
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Dallas County Fairgrounds
Adel, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 4
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Des Moines Civic Center
Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 111
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Drake Stadium - Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 5
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Eternity Church
Johnston, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
Comedy Club
Upcoming Events: 70
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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: 32
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Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center
Des Moines, IA
Arena
Upcoming Events: 5
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Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
Des Moines, IA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 2
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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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Principal Park
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 24
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Smash Park Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Stoner Studio Theater - Des Moines Performing Arts
Des Moines, IA
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 27
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The Ingersoll
Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 55
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The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex
West Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 24
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Val Air Ballroom
West Des Moines, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 26
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Vibrant Music Hall
Waukee, IA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 17
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Waukee 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 Waukee right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Waukee 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 Waukee?
Yeah — Waukee 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 Waukee?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Waukee, 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.
Browse Events by Category
Find concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and more in Waukee and nearby areas