There’s plenty of great music lined up the weekend to help you kick off fall. Check out this list of all the music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, September 16-18.
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 🎶
World Food & Music Festival
- Friday, September 16 – Sunday, September 18
Another Des Moines favorite is returning this weekend with the World Food and Music Festival. It’s title pretty much speaks for itself, and you can expect a great variety of food and music all weekend. Some of the acts include Jeff & the Effects, Sharane Calister, and the Unfortunate Sons.
Beaverdale Fall Festival
- Friday, September 16 – Saturday, September 17
Head over to Des Moines’ neighborhood gem, Beaverdale, this weekend and you’ll be sure to catch several great shows. Beaverdale’s Fall Festival will have numerous merchant and food vendors and multiple stages. Local acts include the Sons of Gladys Kravitz, Cover That!, The Maytags, Standing Hampton and much more!
Firetrucker Brewery
LOCATION: 716 SW 3rd St, Ankeny, IA 50023
Brian Bielanski
- Saturday, September 17, 6 p.m.
Saturdays are for acoustic rock and Brian Bielanski is here to deliver. Head on over to Ankeny’s Firetrucker Brewery and grab your favorite brew before the show. This event is the perfect way to soak in the final weekends of warmer weather.
xBk Live
LOCATION: 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50311
Josiah Johnson
- Friday, September 16, 8 p.m.
Fans of The Head and the Heart are in for a treat as former founding member, Josiah Johnson, is coming to xBk. This singer/songwriter has made a name for himself as a stand alone act and will be playing his great original works Friday night. Don’t miss his DSM stop on tour!
More Venues With Live Music This Weekend
Gas Lamp
Hoyt Sherman
Mistress Brewing
The Hall
Iowa Distilling Company
Ready to tackle this weekend?
Check out all of our weekend guides here.
