It’s an artsy weekend in Des Moines. Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, March 14-16. We’ve curated the ones that we found most interesting and listed them here for you.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change or sell out. Please contact the businesses directly to confirm availability via the links below. / Featured photo taken by Shelby Sly
Friday, March 14
Mixology: AI @ SCI
- Friday, March 14, 6 – 9 p.m.
- Science Center of Iowa, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50309
It’s Pi Day, and what better way to celebrate than getting your science on at the Science Center of Iowa! Dive into Pi-themed exhibits while sipping on Pi-themed drinks and munching on snacks. Don’t forget to get your tickets ahead of the event!
Chappell Roan Dance Workshop at Cirque Wonderland
- Friday, March 14, 6 p.m.
- Cirque Wonderland, 105 S 11th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Calling all Pink Pony Club members! Get down to Cirque Wonderland for this high-energy Chappell Roan-inspired workshop! Embrace the cheerleader-meets-aerobics vibe of “Hot to Go” and learn a routine to the hit song. All skill levels are welcome!
Saturday, March 15
Maker’s Market at The Slow Down DSM
- Saturday, March 15 and Sunday, March 16
- The Slow Down Coffee Co., 3613 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
View this post on Instagram
Pi Day Run with Fleet Feet Des Moines
- Saturday, March 15, 8 a.m.
- Fleet Feet Des Moines, 521 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Want to get in the Pi Day spirit AND train for the Des Moines Girl 5k (shameless plug)? Then lace up your running shoes and head to Fleet Feet in the East Village. Three and five mile routes available, and FREE Pi will be available afterward!
Clothing and Gear Swap at Jester Park
- Saturday, March 15, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Jester Park Nature Center, 12130 NW 128th St, Granger, IA 50109
View this post on Instagram
2nd Annual East Village St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
- Saturday, March 15, 2 – 10 p.m.
- Check-in at Bellhop starting at 1:30 pm, 440 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
The second annual East Village bar crawl returns, which means a day of walkable fun in one of our favorite neighborhoods. Tickets are $15 and include $5 Titos and Jameson, a swag bag, and no cover at any participating bars.
Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
- Saturday, March 15, 4 p.m. until midnight
- Check-in at Hessen House, 101 SW 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Get ready to SHAMROCK ‘N ROLL at The Official Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl in Downtown Des Moines! Tickets start at $20 for group tickets and includes 2-3 drinks or shots, food and drink specials, and waived cover at all participating locations.
Kegs n Eggs at Confluence Brewing
- Sunday, March 16, 9 – 11 a.m.
- Confluence Brewing, 1235 Thomas Beck Rd., Des Moines, 50315
Confluence is bringing back its popular Kegs n Eggs event. Tickets are $30 and includes a full brunch buffet and 2 Irish beers. Full brunch includes eggs, hashbrowns, sausage, bacon, fruit, and assorted pastries. Guests are encouraged to wear green! Tickets must be bought in advance.
Leprechaun Brunch Bingo
- Sunday, March 16, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Smash Park, 6625 Coach Light Dr., West Des Moines, IA 50266
Kick-off St. Patrick’s Day with a themed Leprechaun Brunch Bingo! Enjoy a delicious brunch menu, $3 Breakfast Cocktails, and a chance to win great prizes. No luck needed – just green apparel and good vibes!
St. Patrick’s Day Drag Brunch
- Saturday, March 8, 2 p.m.
- South Side Library, 1111 Porter Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
Get ready to sashay into St. Patrick’s Day with a drag brunch that’s as lucky as a four-leaf clover and as fierce as a pot of gold! Join for a shamrockin’ good time with high-energy performances, delicious brunch bites, and drinks that’ll have you feeling extra lucky.
St. Patty’s Day Paw-ty
- Sunday, March 16, 1 – 7 p.m.
- Paws and Pints, 6218 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
A party for you and your pup! Enjoy green beer, party favors, yard games, a photo booth and more. Any dog wearing green gets a FREE day pass starting at 4 PM! Get your pup dressed in green and head to Paws & Pints for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration just for the dogs!
Spring Book Trade at Fireweed Acupuncture
- Saturday, March 16, 2 – 5 p.m.
- Fireweed Acupuncture, 3520 Beaver Avenue Suite C Des Moines, IA 50310
“Join Kate Thomas of Fireweed Acupuncture and Seeta Lee of Professional Contrarian for a fun afternoon of trading your fiction books for new ones at this FREE Spring Book Trade on Sunday, March 16, from 1-3 pm! Bring any gently used fiction books, cookbooks, and books on gardening and exchange them with other book lovers. It’s a great way to refresh your book collection for free!”
