There’s plenty of great music lined up the weekend to help you kick off fall. Check out this list of all the music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, September 23-25. 

Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please reach out to the venues at the link below.


🎶 Live Music By Venue 🎶


Windsor Heights Fall Festival


LOCATION: 6900 School Street, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
  • Friday, September 23 – Saturday, September 25

Another Fall Festival is making the rounds in the DSM area this weekend. Pop on over to Windsor Heights for all things fall themed fun. R&B and rock fusion band, Jimmy the Weasel will be headlining the festival with a groove packed show! 


Craft Bru 


LOCATION: 210 SW 11th St Suite 007, Des Moines, IA 50309

  • Friday, September 23, 7 p.m.

Local band, The Soul Searchers, are going to be at Craft Bru to help you kick your weekend off right. They’ll play a jam packed line up full of songs sure to help you bust a move. Craft Bru will also be serving up $5 Oktoberfest beers!  


Boathouse Bash


LOCATION: 7695 NW Beaver Drive, Johnston, IA 50131

Final Mix

  • Saturday, September 24, 6 p.m.

Head over to the Boathouse this Saturday to dance with Des Moines’ favorite party band, Final Mix. There will be great deals on beer and food a well with purchase of a wrist band. Don’t miss this party! 


Val Air Ballroom


LOCATION: 301 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit

  • Sunday, September 25, 7 p.m. 

American singer-songwriter, Jason Isbell and his band, The 400 Unit are bringing their tour to the Val Air Ballroom on Sunday. Jason is a four time Grammy winning artist and is best known for his powerful lyrics and indie sound. If you’re looking for a night packed with talent, this is the event for you! 


More Venues With Live Music This Weekend


Gas Lamp
Hoyt Sherman
xBk Live
The Hall
Firetrucker

Ready to tackle this weekend?

Check out all of our weekend guides here