Check out this list of all the events happening in the Des Moines area and beyond this weekend April 16-18!
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Friday, April 16
Flying Mango Pop-Up
- Order by THURSDAY, April 15 at 9 p.m.
- Pick-up from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
- 4345 Hickman Road, Des Moines IA 50310
If you haven’t purchased food from Flying Mango’s pop-ups yet, what have you been doing with your pandemic? They offer an assortment of food, desserts (gluten free ones too!) and drinks to warm up at home. This makes for an awesome date night in!
Tom Buckmiller Duo Live at Surety Lounge
- 7 – 10 p.m.
- Surety Hotel a.k.a the swanky hotel of Mulberry Street Tavern
- 206 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
After dinner, head down to the Surety Lounge to have another drink and listen to LIVE MUSIC! The Tom Buckmiller Duo will be playing his signature rock n’ roll blues all evening in Surety Lounge live.
Chicago Comedy Showcase
- 8 p.m.
- Teehee’s Comedy Club
- 1433 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Teehee’s is getting occupied by some of the best comedians from the other side of the river. Recruited straight from Chicago, this comedic force will be one you won’t soon forget. Only $15 for General Admission.
2nd Weekend Open! Good News Darling
- Reservation needed + booking up fast!
- 717 Locust St. Des Moines, IA 50309
Good News, Darling is a small, experimental, and detail-focused cocktail parlor located directly behind Hello, Marjorie. We checked it out last week. Check out what we thought at this link.
Saturday, April 17
Pop-Up At THE COLLECTIVE with New World Kitchen
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- THE COLLECTIVE
- 340 SW 5th St #122, Des Moines, IA 50309
Don’t miss out on this incredible, plant-powered food! Place your order online in advance and pick up on Saturday at THE COLLECTIVE to say hi! Notes from the crew:
“When ordering, be sure to select items that are available for our event from the drop down menu – there’s some special items that New World Kitchen is launching just for the event! There will also be a small inventory of goods available for purchase that day. I hope y’all are as excited as I am!!!!”
Storyhouse Open Air Bookshop & Storytime
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Perfect for kids!
- 6429 University Ave. – Windsor Heights
Book browsing, treats, and treasures from local bakers and makers at the bookstore that brings books and people together in Des Moines! The Storyhouse Bookpub is a seriously cool new bookstore concept that you all should check out.
“River to River” Public Art Dedication Ceremony
- 12 p.m. Dedication Ceremony
- Near Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
This public art work (“RAGBRAI: River to River”) honors the founders of RAGBRAI: John Karras and Donald Kaul. RAGBRAI is the oldest, largest, and longest recreational bicycle touring event in the world. This ceremony is conducted by the amazing DSM Public Art Foundation.
RENDERING OF KARRAS AND KAUL SCULPTURE AT NIGHT. RDG PLANNING AND DESIGN. Source
Tarot Card Readings At Kin
- 11-4 p.m.
- 333 E. Grand Ave #106, Des Moines, IA 50309
Bring your burning questions to the cards or get a general reading at the beautiful, high-vibe KIN store in Des Moines’ historic East Village. 15-minute time slots, or add an additional appointment for a deeper dive in to the messages of the cards. Masks are required. Book from the KIN Facebook page at @kin.dsm on Instagram.
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