Looking for things to do in Des Moines this weekend? Check out this list of all the events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, March 25-27.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change or sell out. Please contact the businesses directly to confirm availability via the links below.
Friday, March 25
- Showtimes all weekend!
- Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut St. ,Des Moines, IA 50309
Can you believe shows are back? We’re not over it. Here’s a description of Hadestown, with showtimes all weekend at the Civic Center: “Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show by celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always.”
“You Are Enough” – Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus Springtime Show
- Friday, March 25, 7 p.m.
- Sheslow Auditorium, 2507 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
“Join the Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus for their spring concert, “You Are Enough,” including the premiere of a new commissioned choral work “Sanctuary” by New York-based songwriter, Ben Wexler. The concert will also feature “You Are Enough: A Mental Health Suite” written to advocate for, and elevate conversations about, mental health awareness.”
- All weekend!
- Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
If you’re feeling artsy, check out this amazing “Immersive” art exhibit at the Des Moines Art Center. This’ll be the Art Center like you’ve never seen it before. “Instead of moving through traditional gallery spaces, one will follow a path from darkened space to darkened space, each filled with light, color, and sound.” The exhibit opens this weekend and takes a page from the “immersive” art trend that’s growing, like the Van Gogh experience that’s coming to Des Moines later this year. Source: Axios
Hockey: Iowa Wild vs. Rockford Icehogs
- Friday, March 25, 7:00 p.m.
- Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Hockey fans? Catch one of the Iowa Wild games this weekend on Friday night or Sunday afternoon. “May the force be with you AND the Iowa Wild. Break out your best Darth Vader impression and come join the Iowa Wild and your favorite Star Wars characters for Star Wars Night. There will be $2 beers courtesy of 100.3 The Bus until the end of the first period as well as $3 off Saints N Sinners cocktails throughout the game at the Bud Light Bar and the Coors Light Lounge. Make sure you stop by Fan Relations to snag your very own lightsaber for $5. All proceeds will benefit Tame the Hunger.”
Italian Inspired Chef’s Table Three Course Meal at Revel Hotel
- Friday, March 25, 6:30 p.m. or 8:00 p.m.
- Revel Hotel, 11211 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
Want a fancy Italian dinner just for fun? This is your opportunity this weekend. Once a month, Chef Kaleb of the boutique Revel Hotel hosts a meal experience. Chef Kalen will be cooking and plating his Graziano Stuffed Ravioli dish in front of guests. $40 per person and reservations are open to singles, couples or groups! Click the link below to see the full three-course menu!
Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, Iowa 50309
- Friday, March 25, 6-9 p.m.
- Friday, March 25, 8-9:30 p.m.
- Hawk Heaven Tavern, 805 17th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009
Altoona friends, where you at? Check out this comedy night in your neighborhood on Friday night. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. hosted by Christian Reynolds.
- Friday, March 25, 7:00 p.m.
- Raygun’s Mezzanine, 505 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
It’s a big weekend in Des Moines for book lovers! Check out this meet-and-greet opportunity hosted by Storyhouse Bookpub. Des Moines writer and professor, Carol Spaulding-Kruse, will lead the conversation with Samantha on her book “The Family Chao”. Samantha will read and sign copies – feel free to read the book ahead of time for fun discussion (though it’s not required). This is a perfect one to bring the whole book club along for. Tickets are $6. 📚 🍰 🍷
Saturday, March 26
- Saturday, March 26, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Book lovers unite! If you’re a book nerd like us, you’ve been waiting for this weekend in Des Moines. The Festival features local authors, nationally acclaimed authors, hands-on workshops, children’s activities and more. There are a ton of opportunities for the full family including interactive kids’ story times from Storyhouse Bookpub. Click the link below for all the events happening on Saturday!
Egg Day at the Hall with Egg King
- Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (or sell out!)
- The Hall, 111 S 11th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Regardless of if you haven’t gotten your hands on an Egg King sandwich or if you go every week, its fun to be at The Hall on Saturday mornings. Find yourself a table, order on the app, grab yourself some drinks and enjoy the large TV screens. Pretty chill and delicious. If you went last weekend and loved the Korean Fire Chicken meal, it’s back this week! Spice level 4 out of 10, or you can request no spice! Just ask. This is the PERFECT place to watch March Madness games too!
Central Iowa Trans Lives Festival
- Saturday, March 26, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- First Unitarian Church, 1800 Bell Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa
“In honor of the International Transgender Day of Visibility, the Central Iowa Trans Lives Festival will provide a safe space for trans adults and youth to celebrate & present their creative work to the LGBTQIA community and allied members of the public. Sponsored by the Transgender Action Group of First Unitarian Church of Des Moines, an LGBTQIA Welcoming Congregation & member of the Unitarian Universalist Association.”
Tit’s Up at Teehee’s with Coral Thede
- Saturday, March 26, 7 p.m. AND 9:30 p.m. shows
- Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Our favorite independent comedy club to visit any time of year. This locally renowned show is the only one of its kind and Coral Thede is truly a queen. You won’t want to miss this regularly sold out once-monthly show. If you’ve been trying to get tickets to see Coral Thede perform, now is your time. More seating has opened!
Sunday, March 27
Animal Rescue League Pucks N Paws
- Sunday, March 27, 3:00 p.m.
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Wells Fargo Arena at Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Bring your dog to the Pucks N Paws game with the Iowa Wild! When you buy a ticket from the ARL, you can take your dog with you and watch the action! One ticket is good for one human and one dog entry.
Live @ Fuzzy’s Comedy Open Mic
- Sunday, March 27, 6:00 p.m. sign up, Show starts at 7 p.m.
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300 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, #120, Des Moines, IA 50309
Every Sunday night Fuzzy’s hosts a comedy open mic night. Sign up starts at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. There will be food and drink specials all night with participating comics winning Fuzzy’s gift certificates. This event is free, and all are welcome!
- Harbinger, 2724 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
- Sunday, March 27, 4-8 p.m.
One night only! Get incredible Korean friend chicken, kimchi fried rice, sticky ribs and more inside Harbinger on Sunday nights from 4-8 p.m. It makes for the perfect Sunday dinner. Dine in only!
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