It’s spooky season, y’all. What better to add to all the fun than local, live music?! Check out this list of all the music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, October 28-30.
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 🎶
Gas Lamp
Rex Manning Day
- Friday, October 28, 9 p.m.
Local alt-rock fans, this is the event for you. Kick off Halloween weekend with Rex Manning Day, New Members Charles and several more bands throughout the night.
xBk Live
- Saturday, October 29, 7 p.m.
This one is a must for all our spooky season fans. The Night Stories combine immersive beats, elaborate scores and unique atmospheric touches to create a unique multimedia experience. Paying homage to classic 80’s horror stories, they promise to make you wish everyday was Halloween.
Hawk Heaven Tavern
LOCATION: 805 17th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009
Gimmik
- Saturday, October 29, 9 p.m.
Hawk Heaven is hosting Gimmik for their Halloween Bash. This bash is set to last all night and into Sunday morning, so if you’re looking for a place to party the night away, Hawk Heaven is your place. Five dollars will get you in the door!
The Brick Room
LOCATION: 208 Southeast Main Street, Grimes, Iowa 50111
Sonic Revival
- Saturday, October 29, 7:30 p.m.
Another Halloween bash makes the list! Sonic Revival is taking the stage for The Brick Room’s all night party. Costumes are encouraged and door prizes are dropping throughout the night. This event is BYOB, so make sure to come prepared.
Lauridsen Amphitheater
LOCATION: Des Moines Water Works Park, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
- Sunday, October 30, 2 p.m.
Tired of all the spooky themed parties? Head over to the Des Moines Biergarten at Lauridsen Amphitheater. This is the last weekend for the biergarten, so make it a priority to head over and catch great live music, beer and awesome park views.
More Venues With Live Music This Weekend
Smash Park
Paws & Pints
Prairie Meadows
Ready to tackle this weekend?
Check out all of our weekend guides here.
