Looking for live music in Des Moines this weekend? Check out this list of all the music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, March 25-27!
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please reach out to the venues at the link below.
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🎶 Live Music By Venue 🎶
Hoyt Sherman Place
LOCATION: 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Zach Williams Spring 22 Tour
- Friday, March 25, 7-9 p.m.
“Join Zach Williams and special guest Anne Wilson for a night of music and ministry that will fill your heart and have you singing along all night long! Grammy award winner Zach Williams and his signature blend of southern rock, country and faith-filled songwriting are truly unlike anything else in Contemporary Christian music today. He and rising star Anne Wilson can’t wait to bring the Spring 22 Tour to your city, will you be there?”
The New Northwestern Cocktail & Wine Bar
LOCATION: 321 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Dirk Von Stein
- Saturday, March 26, 7-9 p.m.
Wooly’s
LOCATION: 504 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
The Nadas
- Friday, March 25, Show 8:00 p.m.
“The Nadas are a band from Iowa. Yes, they have been around long enough that if they were a car you would keep them covered in your garage except for sunny weekend cruising. But that isn’t what is important about their story. What is important is that they make music that makes you feel things. Happy, sad, nostalgic, optimistic, energized, curious, inspired, and confused. The important part is that it makes you want to listen, and sometimes dance. 2018 will mark the 25th year of The Nadas. In January, they just released their 11th studio record entitled “One Louder”. At a stage where most bands would be resting on their laurels and letting others do the heavy lifting, The Nadas are out there swinging for the fences, driving the van and carrying their own instruments. This fall (2018), The Nadas will be honored by being inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.”
Fresh Fighters: A Tribute To The Foo Fighters
- Saturday, March 26, Show 7:00 p.m.
“Fresh Fighters is the midwest’s hottest new tribute to the music of the Foo Fighters! Playing the entirety of the Foo’s greatest hits, along with other great Foo Fighters songs, this is a show you can’t miss!”
Noce Jazz
LOCATION: 1326 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Double Grammy Nominated Vocalist Sara Gazarek
- Friday, March 25, 7 – 9:15 p.m.
- Saturday, March 26, 7-9:15 p.m.
“Graced with an “impeccable” voice (Winnipeg Free Press) and hailed as an artist that “may well turn out to be the next important jazz singer” by the LA Times, Sara Gazarek has been one of the leading lights of an impressive generation of jazz vocalists since her brilliant emergence at age 20. From the outside, her subsequent career has been the picture of success: five acclaimed albums, an ardent fanbase, enthusiastic reviews, and opportunities that have taken her around the world, leading to thrilling collaborations with some of her most respected and celebrated peers.”
Gas Lamp
LOCATION: Gas Lamp, 1501 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Anthony Worden and the Illiterati, The Host Country, King Wylde at Gas Lamp
- Friday, March 25, 9 p.m.
Antonym to X’s and O’s, The Wire Frames, Hot Kunch at Gas Lamp
- Saturday, March 26, 8:30 p.m.
The Hall
LOCATION: The Hall, 111 S 11th Street, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Jake Doty
- Friday, March 25, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
xBk Live
LOCATION: xBk Live, 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
Poundgame Entertainment
- Friday, March 25, 7:00 p.m.
Poundgame Addison is a rapper, songwriter, and co-founder of Poundgame Music Megastar Management LLC. Originally from Davenport, Iowa. He was raised in multiple areas surrounding St.Louis, Missouri. During this time period, he found his love for music after the passing of his grandmother. Poundgame Addison is now expanding his sound and craft through the different cultures provided by his traveling lifestyle while staying true to his hip hop background.
Katy Guillen & The Drive w/ Patresa Hartman Band
- Saturday, March 26, 7:00 p.m.
“Katy Guillen & The Drive is founded on the energetic creative spark and longtime chemistry between Katy Guillen and Stephanie Williams. With Guillen on guitar and vocals and Williams on drums, the two sculpt a sound that recalls a blend of artists like Led Zeppelin, Patty Griffin, and Heartless Bastards.”
Dan Tedesco – March Residency
- Sunday, March 27, 7 p.m.
“I’ll be kicking off this residency on Sunday, March 13th solo, but will build the sets up each week – bringing different musicians on as we roll along. The arrangements will grow just as the band does – piece by piece. This sort of “workout” is something I’ve wanted to put together for a long time, and look forward to having you join me for the journey.” – Dan Tedesco
Wells Fargo Arena
LOCATION: Wells Fargo Arena, 233 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road
- Saturday, March 19, 9:00 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Elton John’s show originally scheduled for June 11, 2020 has been rescheduled to March 26, 2022. All tickets purchased for the originally scheduled date are still valid. For additional information about this rescheduled event, click here.
Ready to tackle this weekend? Check out all of our weekend guides here.
