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, September 10-12.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Written By: Emma Ferry, Des Moines Girl Contributor
🎶 Live Music🎶
Billy Weathers at Wooly’s
- Wooly’s, 504 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
- Friday September 10, Doors: 7p.m. Show: 8 p.m.
Billy Weathers will be taking the Wooly’s stage and performing music from his new album “Billy.” Expect to hear heartfelt, meditative and moody sounds and lyrics from the local rapper. This album is drenched in all the feels for you to become fully submerged into Billy’s story.
Nivrana: Nirvana Tribute at Gas Lamp
- Gas Lamp, 1501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
- Friday September 10, Doors 9 p.m., Show 9:30 p.m.
90’s nostalgia and Nirvana fans can’t miss this event. Bring out the flannel, ripped jeans and teenage angst. They will be playing all the greats from the gone-too-soon band, Nirvana.
Dick Danger Band at Kinship Brewing
- Kinship Brewing, 255 NW Sunrise Drive, Waukee, IA 50263
- Friday September 1o, 6 p.m.
Fans of funk will love the sound of the Dick Danger Band. Playing all the groovy hits from the top 40 including music from the likes of Prince, Bruno Mars, and Jimi Hendrix, this is a perfect patio party. Grab a local craft beer and settle in for the show!
Halfloves w/ Wave Cage at xBk Live
- xBk Live,1159 24th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311
- Saturday, September 11, 7:30 p.m.
Straight out of eastern Iowa, this indie rock band fuses their unique passions and styles to create a whole new sound. Halfloves has played their music all over the country and are back to take the stage at xBk to play their critically acclaimed music. Come check out the band that UK published, Far Out Magazine, calls “a woozy pop noir gem.”
Hex Vortices at Lefty’s
- Lefty’s, 2307 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
- Saturday September 11, 9:45 p.m.
Minneapolis metal band, Hex Vortices, is taking over the stage at Lefty’s on Saturday. They’ll be ready to rock and playing songs from their second album, Precipice. Fans of metal can’t miss this event with special openers, Ysilik and Anger Incarnate.
Joe Inman at Hawk Heaven Tavern
- Hawk Heaven Tavern, 805 17th Ave, Altoona, IA 50009
- Saturday September 11, After the CyHawk Game
Local Musician, Joe Inman is a self proclaimed “eastside boy with a guitar.” He will be taking the stage immediately after the CyHawk game. Come for the game and stay for the jams!
Suede at Summerset Winery
- Summerset Winery, 15101 Fairfax St, Indianola, IA 50125
- Sunday September 12, 2 p.m.
Suede coined their name after their smooth sound. This female lead, local rock and roll band will be playing all the favorites from the 1970’s to today. The band’s chemistry is unmatched and sure to please crowds of all ages.
Ready to tackle this weekend? Check out all of our weekend guides here.
