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Events in Des Moines, IA

299 upcoming events in Des Moines, IA, including 121 sports events, 115 concerts, 37 theatre shows, and 11 comedy shows. The busiest venues are Casey's Center, Drake Stadium - Des Moines, and Des Moines Civic Center. Next up: The Toxhards on Tue, Oct 20, 2026.
Upcoming events
299
This weekend
15
Venues
11
Population
214,133
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About Des Moines

Des Moines is the capital and most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is named after the Des Moines River, likely derived from the French Rivière des Moines meaning 'River of the Monks'. The city was incorporated in 1851 as Fort Des Moines and shortened to Des Moines in 1857. Its population was 214,133 at the 2020 census. The six-county Des Moines metropolitan area has an estimated 750,000 residents, the largest metropolitan area located entirely in Iowa. It is the county seat of Polk County, with parts south of County Line Road extending into Warren County.

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Frequently asked questions

What's on in Des Moines this weekend?

There are 15 events in Des Moines, IA this weekend (Oct 23 – 25). See the weekend list for concerts, sports and shows.

Are there any events in Des Moines today?

Yes, 2 events in Des Moines, IA today.

What are the busiest venues in Des Moines?

By number of upcoming events: Casey's Center (68), Drake Stadium - Des Moines (39), Des Moines Civic Center (39), The Ingersoll (38), and Hoyt Sherman Place (35).

How many concerts are coming to Des Moines?

115 concerts listed in Des Moines, IA.