It’s going to be an EPIC weekend for live music in DSM! Experience a multitude of live music events in Des Moines this weekend, starting on Thursday night! Check out this list of live music happening in the area, July 13-16.
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 🎶
Sponsored: Featured Venue: Gray’s Station
LOCATION: 421 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Brad and Kate
- Thursday, July 13, 5-7 p.m.
We’re popping up to clear out the rest of DSMG merch. Join us here on Thursday evening to listen to Brad and Kate. Join Gray’s Station this weekend for the Gray’s Summer Music Series featuring co-branders, free live music, and a stellar food truck. Grab your chairs, blankets, friends, and beverages to enjoy an incredible outdoor music event.
Des Moines Botanical Garden
LOCATION: 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309
- Thursday, July 13, 6 p.m.
NOLA Jazz Band has skyrocketed to fame with their “gutsy and heartfelt” blues and jazz stylings, captivating fans across the nations. Catch them at Music in the Garden this Thursday.
Confluence
LOCATION: 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315
Dan Trilk
- Thursday, July 13, 6 p.m.
The Jason Kincel Band
- Friday, July 14, 6 p.m.
Head over to Confluence this Thursday and Friday night at Confluence’s back patio for some awesome live performances by Dan Trilk and The Jason Kincel Band! And while you’re there, grab some good food from the Peggy O’s Food Truck parked out back. Don’t miss out—we’ll see you there!
Jasper Winery Concert Series
LOCATION: 2400 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
Pianopalooza Band
- Thursday, July 13, 6 p.m.
Grab your favorite wine and enjoy some live music on Jasper Winery’s lawn. Pianopalooza Band is going to bring all the good vibes and deliver all the classics. Come hungry, food trucks will be ready to serve up some burgers, brats, and pizza!
Check out all the free summer concert series coming up this summer here.
Waukee Art Festival
LOCATION: 1255 Warrior Lane, Waukee, IA 50263
- Friday, July 14, 5 p.m.
- Saturday, July 15, 5 p.m.
School of Rock, A Tribute to the Beatles, Girls Rock DSM, and Not Quite Brothers are all taking over the Waukee Art Festival for a two-day event! Catch all these amazing shows, plus more art vendors, food trucks, and a beer garden this Friday and Saturday!
Truman’s Pizza Tavern
LOCATION: 400 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Tony Bohnenkamp
- Sunday, July 16, 2 p.m.
Experience live music every Friday night and Sunday afternoon at Truman’s Tavern, located in the East Village. With fantastic bands, delicious food, and a stunning back patio, it’s the perfect package for a great time.
xBk
LOCATION: 4349 Cumming Ave, Cumming, Iowa, 50061
- Friday, July 14, 7:30 p.m.
xBk is bringing us American Aquarium this Friday! The doors will open at 7:00 and this band is ready to bring you an amazing night at 8:00. Get your tickets!
Paws & Pints
LOCATION: 6218 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
Jordan Beem
- Friday, July 14, 7 p.m.
Grab you pup and head to Paws & Pints this Friday night as Des Moines native, Jordan Beem brings everything from country to pop and rock. Get ready for a good time and lots of puppies!
Community Choice Convention Center
LOCATION: 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Walker Hayes
- Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m.
Grab your besties, buy tickets, and get ready all “Fancy Like” for Walker Hayes – one of Nashvilles top stars is heading to the Community Choice Convention Center on Saturday night. Don’t miss it!
Water Works Park
LOCATION: 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
Surf Zombies
- Sunday, July 16, 1 p.m.
Local Bands, Brews and Bikes is back on Sunday at Water Works Park and this week they are bringing the Surf Zombies to play their unique “garage punk” and retro surf line up. Listen to this local band while grabbing a brew from the Des Moines Biergarten. Happy Sunday funday!
More Venues With Live Music This Weekend
Prairie Meadows
Winterset Winery
Lauridsen Amphitheater
Ready to tackle this weekend?
Check out all of our weekend guides here.
