Don’t let the cold keep you from getting out and catching a great show. Check out this list of music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, January 13-15.

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 🎶


Lefty’s


LOCATION: 2307 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Strange Dang Doodle

  • Friday, January 13, 9 p.m.

Strange Dang Doodle is the perfect band for groups with a variety of taste. They are a local cover band who specialize in putting their own acoustic twists on crowd favorites. This is the perfect way to launch your weekend. 

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xBk Live


LOCATION: 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

  • Friday, January 13, 8 p.m.

Grammy nominee and Billboard Music Award winning artist, Danielle Nicole is taking the stage at xBk this weekend. Danielle is a blues and soul artist from Kansas City with deep midwestern roots and stories to tell in her music. Brandon Miller will be taking the stage throughout the night as well. 

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Brick Ivy Rooftop


LOCATION: 400 34th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009

The Sheet

  • Saturday, January 14, 9 p.m.

Local favorite duo, The Sheet, will be heading over to Altoona this weekend. If you’re looking for a mood booster, this reggae infused pair is sure to do the trick. Grab something off Brick Ivy’s great menu and hang out for chill vibes and great tunes. 


Firetrucker Brewery


LOCATION: 716 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50023

Liv McNair

  • Saturday, January 14, 7 p.m.

Looking to hear thought provoking originals as well as a sprinkle of crowd favorite covers? Head over to Firetrucker this weekend. Liv McNair will be in the tap room from 7-9pm, so grab a beer and cozy in for a great show. 


Botanical Blues


LOCATION: 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309

Major Blues and the Mugshots

  • Sunday, January 15, 1 p.m.

Local Blues band Major Blues and the Mugshots will be heating up the dome in the Botanical Gardens this weekend. Take a moment to enjoy the sunshine and flowers inside the Botanical Garden and trick yourself into thinking its summer for a day. There will be great local food and drinks available for purchase as well. 


More Venues With Live Music This Weekend


Noce
Kelly’s Little Nipper
Captain Roy’s

Ready to tackle this weekend?

Check out all of our weekend guides here