West Des Moines Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in West Des Moines, IA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
Events take place across West 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.
- 66 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 66
- sports 22
- concerts 12
- Live Shows 2
- comedy 30
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured West Des Moines events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
West Des Moines Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in West 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 66
- Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: The Wood Brothers at Val Air Ballroom,
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265, US. From $45, Avg. price ~ $298, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats - Nov 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — TECHNO / ELECTRONIC, High Demand: The Living Tombstone at Val Air Ballroom, 301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $241, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — ADULT: Jimbo's 'Joan! at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $122, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Kelsey Cook at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $68, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:05 PM Fri — HOCKEY, Best Value: Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $34, Tickets Available: 64. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 9:30 PM Fri — COMEDY, High Demand: Kelsey Cook at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $229, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Kelsey Cook at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $80, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 6:35 PM Sat — HOCKEY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Muskegon Lumberjacks at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 9:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Kelsey Cook at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $66, 11 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 23, 2026, 7:30 PM Mon — RAP / HIP HOP, High Demand: Yung Gravy at Val Air Ballroom, 301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $478, Tickets Available: 51, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Vince Morris at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $43, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:05 PM Fri — HOCKEY, Best Value: Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Chicago Steel at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $39, Tickets Available: 74. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 6:05 PM Sat — HOCKEY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Chicago Steel at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $36, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Vince Morris at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $105, Tickets Available: 40. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 9:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Vince Morris at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $104, Tickets Available: 40. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — COMEDY, Pay Later Available: Joe Gatto at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $145, Avg. price ~ $167, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — RAP / HIP HOP: Pouya at Val Air Ballroom, 301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $58, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Joe Gatto at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $84, Avg. price ~ $172, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:05 PM Fri — HOCKEY, Best Value: Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Cedar Rapids Roughriders at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, 6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Joe Gatto at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Des Moines, 560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266, US. From $145, Avg. price ~ $167, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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West Des Moines Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse West Des Moines events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
The Wood Brothers
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 17, 2026 7:30 PM
The Living Tombstone
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265
Upcoming Events: 4
Nov 18, 2026 7:30 PM
Jimbo's 'Joan!
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 19, 2026 7:00 PM
Kelsey Cook
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 31
Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
Des Moines Buccaneers
6500 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 44
Nov 20, 2026 7:05 PM
Yung Gravy
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265
Upcoming Events: 22
Nov 23, 2026 7:30 PM
Vince Morris
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 27, 2026 7:00 PM
Joe Gatto
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 17
Dec 03, 2026 7:00 PM
Pouya
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265
Upcoming Events: 18
Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM
John Dacosse
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 11, 2026 7:00 PM
MeatEater Podcast Live
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265
Upcoming Events: 6
Dec 17, 2026 7:30 PM
Willie Farrell
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 3
Dec 18, 2026 7:00 PM
Dale Jones
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 35
Jan 15, 2027 7:00 PM
Atmosphere
301 Ashworth Rd., West Des Moines, IA 50265
Upcoming Events: 18
Jan 16, 2027 6:45 PM
Geoffrey Asmus
560 S Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Upcoming Events: 56
Jan 23, 2027 6:30 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across West Des Moines. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in West Des Moines right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. West 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 West Des Moines?
Yeah — West 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 West Des Moines?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across West 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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