Ready for spoooooky season?! DSM is full of super fun, slightly scary, but def spooky pop-ups all over the area! We love a good seasonal event- so grab your ghouls and get a Halloween-themed drink and/or snack. The best way to get in the spirit! 👻
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
2024 Des Moines Halloween Pop-Ups
- Tuesday, October 1st – Saturday, November 2nd
- Mondays – Thursdays, 4 p.m. – 11 p.m., Fridays, 4 p.m. – 12 a.m., Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 12 a.m., & Sundays, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Reservations available 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday – Friday)
- The Station on Ingersoll, 3124 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA 50312
This DSM haunt is BACK for its second year! DSMG hit up Nightmare on Ingersoll last year and it is def a must-do this Halloween season! Back and better than ever, Nightmare on Ingersoll has a delicious menu of handcrafted cocktails (and mocktails)- and they’re even open for lunch during the weekdays (reservation only). Be sure to check out their special events scattered throughout the month!
- Tuesday, October 1st – Saturday, November 2nd, Monday – Sunday evenings
- The Republic on Grand, 401 E. Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Fancy a rooftop? The Republic on Grand is hosting a halloween pop-up every evening throughout the month of October- no reservation required! Space is first come, first served, so be sure to get there early. Closer to Halloween they’ll host a costume party with a live DJ too! Be on the lookout for other surprises as we dive into this spooky season.
- All October (days vary), 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Wilson’s Orchard & Farm, 3201 15th Ave, Cumming, IA 50061
“Navigate through the labyrinth of stalks as strange lights and eerie sounds create an atmosphere of cosmic chaos. Scattered throughout the maze are designated “alien encounter zones” where you might come face-to-face with extraterrestrial invaders.” This ain’t your mother’s corn maze! Be sure to dress in white, as this is a blacklight maze or compete in the Galactic Costume Contest if you want to dress as your fav sci-fi character!
- Wednesday, October 2nd – Saturday, November 2nd, Wednesdays – Saturdays, 7 p.m. – close
- Good News Darling, 717 Locust St., Des Moines, IA 50309
Ladies and gentlemen, they’re doing it again! Good News Darling is bringing you a pop-up that’ll leave you feeling “disturbed”. No reservations required- this haunting bar experience brings you a menu you’ve never seen before. With drinks that’ll have you saying ‘WTF’- this isn’t for the weak.
- Tuesday, October 1st – Saturday, November 2nd
- Mondays – Thursdays, 4 p.m. – 11 p.m., Fridays, 4 p.m. – 12 a.m., Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 12 a.m., & Sundays, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- The Tavern Grill, 101 Jordan Creek Pkwy Suite #12520 West Des Moines, IA 50266
Okay now if you REALLY don’t believe us that Nightmare on Ingersoll is a blast- check out their NEW pop-up in West Des Moines! Nightmare at Jordan Creek is bringing you all the spookiness from Ingersoll over to the west side. With themed drinks and fun events throughout the month, you won’t want to miss this!
