School is back in session and temps are slightly cooler, but this weekend’s music line up is hotter than ever! Check out this list of all the music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, August 26-28.
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 🎶
Exile Music Fest
- Saturday, August 27th, 10 a.m. -11 p.m.
This Des Moines beer favorite is celebrating 10 years of success and bringing back their stellar music festival on Saturday. There will be spin art, tours, food vendors and great music. The lineup consists of Leftover Salmon, Birdie Pie, Illegal Smile and many more!
Ingersoll Live
- Saturday, August 27, 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.
This is more than your average block party! There will be local vendors, food and art. Check out great local music from THREE stages spread across Ingersoll.
The Hall
LOCATION: 111 S 11th Street, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Jeff Stagg
- Friday, August 26, 7 p.m.
Fans of beer and Americana music should head over The Hall on Friday. This venue’s vibe cannot be beat if you are a fan of beers from around the globe. Jeff Stagg will be playing fan favorites as well as his great originals.
xBk Live
LOCATION: 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
OVRFWRD
- Friday, August 26, 8 p.m.
xBk has a full line up this weekend with shows every night! Friday, they’ll be kicking off the weekend with midwestern progressive rock band, OVRFWRD.
More Venues With Live Music This Weekend
Gas Lamp
Surety Hotel
Smash Park
Uptown Garage
Iowa Distilling Company
Ready to tackle this weekend?
Check out all of our weekend guides here.
