Events Happening Today in Des Moines
Panchiko at Wooly's
Venue: Wooly's
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 8:00 PM
Experience the unique sounds of Panchiko live at Wooly's. Don't miss this exciting performance.
Suffs (Touring)
Venue: Des Moines Performing Arts Center - Civic Center
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:30 PM
Enjoy the touring production of "Suffs" at the Civic Center, a compelling theatrical experience.
Jimmy Failla
Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 6:00 PM
Join comedian Jimmy Failla for an evening of laughter at Hoyt Sherman Place Theater.
Garrison Keillor
Venue: The Ingersoll
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 6:00 PM
Enjoy an evening with Garrison Keillor at The Ingersoll, featuring storytelling and humor.
Speakeasy Comedy with James Stanley
Venue: xBk Live
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:00 PM
Laugh along with James Stanley at xBk Live's Speakeasy Comedy night.
2026 Iowa ENA Spring Conference
Venue: 100 E Grand Ave Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50309
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM
Attend the 2026 Iowa Emergency Nurses Association Spring Conference for professional development and networking.
Spring Plant Sale
Venue: 4944 Franklin Ave Suite G, Des Moines, IA 50310
Date and Time: Friday, May 1, 2026, 2:00 PM
Browse a variety of plants at the Spring Plant Sale and find the perfect addition to your garden.
Upcoming Events in Des Moines
Give Life 5K
Venue: West Des Moines, Iowa
Date and Time: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Participate in the Give Life 5K to support a great cause and enjoy a community run.
The Des Moines Women's Half Marathon
Venue: Des Moines, Iowa
Date and Time: Saturday to Sunday, May 2-3, 2026
Join the Des Moines Women's Half Marathon for a weekend of running events tailored for women.
Animals as Leaders
Venue: Wooly's
Date and Time: Monday, May 4, 2026, 8:00 PM
Experience the progressive metal sounds of Animals as Leaders live at Wooly's.
ZZ Top with Dwight Yoakam
Venue: Water Works Park
Date and Time: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 7:00 PM
Enjoy a night of classic rock with ZZ Top and Dwight Yoakam at Water Works Park.
Danny Brown
Venue: Wooly's
Date and Time: Friday, May 8, 2026, 7:00 PM
Catch hip-hop artist Danny Brown performing live at Wooly's.
Dayseeker with Northlane
Venue: Val Air Ballroom
Date and Time: Sunday, May 10, 2026, 7:00 PM
Experience Dayseeker and Northlane live at the Val Air Ballroom.
Mary's Meals Race to Feed Kids
Venue: Des Moines, Iowa
Date and Time: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Join the Mary's Meals Race to Feed Kids and support efforts to end child hunger.
Market to Market Relay - Iowa
Venue: Des Moines, Iowa
Date and Time: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Participate in the Market to Market Relay, a team running event from Jefferson to Des Moines.