We’ve added Thursday night music to this guide, because why not start the weekend one day earlier?! Check out this list of live music happening in Des Moines area this weekend, April 27-29.

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 🎶


LOCATION: 1235 Thomas Beck Road, Des Moines, IA 50315

Ryne Doughty

  • Thursday, April 27, 6 p.m.

Grab your favorite brew and enjoy some tunes on the Confluence patio. Folk/Americana singer-songwriter, Ryne Doughty is back and taking the stage. Enjoy the nice weather and this free event!


Hotel Fort Des Moines


LOCATION: 1000 Walnut Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309

Live Jazz Trio

  • Thursday, April 27, 8 p.m.

Live Jazz Music every Thursday from 8-11pm at Hotel Fort Des Moines? Say no more! Stop by Hotel Fort Des Moines, grab one of their signature drinks, and stay awhile to enjoy some smooth jazz.


Truman’s Pizza Tavern


LOCATION: 400 SE 6th Street | Des Moines, IA 50309

Bound2Be

  • Friday, April 28, 5 p.m. 

Dan Trilk

  • Sunday, April 30, 2 p.m.

Live music every Friday and Sunday? Count us in! Stop at Truman’s Tavern every Friday night and Sunday afternoon to enjoy great bands, food, and drinks on their back patio.


Peace Tree Brewing


LOCATION: 317 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

  • Friday, April 28, 7 p.m.

Dan Medeiros’ music will captivate and excite music lovers young & old! Head to Peace Tree Brewing Co. in the East Village this Friday to enjoy 80’s/90’s hits. Go early because Lachele’s Battle Bus food truck will be slinging tasty burgers from 5-8pm too!


Wooly’s 


LOCATION: 504 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

The Dolly Party

  • Friday, April 28, 8 p.m.

The DOLLY PARTY is coming to Des Moines and you do not want to miss this. Grab your girls and get your dancing shoes on. This DJ will be playing some top women country artist – Dolly Parton, Tina Turner, Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, The Chicks, Loretta Lynn, Shania Twain, Whitney Houston, Kacey Musgraves, Donna Summer and more.

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Lefty’s Live Music


LOCATION: 2307 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

  • Saturday, April 29, 6:30 p.m.

This American punk-rock will be taking the stage at Lefty’s, along with MAKEOUT and Unwell. This is a night you will not want to miss! 


Prairie Meadows 


LOCATION: 1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA 50009

Hudson Road

  • Friday, April 28, 8:00  p.m.

Our very own Emma Ferry and her husband, the music duo Hudson Road are going to Prairie Meadows’ Finish Line Show Lounge to perform their take on songs from the 40’s, 70’s, and today. Must be 21 or older to attend. Free show!


Teehee’s Comedy Club


LOCATION:1433 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA 50309

 
 
 
 
 
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Ready to tackle this weekend?

Check out all of our weekend guides here