It’s Earth Day Weekend! Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, April 21-23. We’ve curated the ones that we found most interesting and listed them here for you.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change or sell out. Please contact the businesses directly to confirm availability via the links below.
Featured Event: Care+aoke at Teehee’s Comedy Club
- Friday, April 21, 11 p.m. – close
- Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50309
Karaoke for a cause? Yes, please. Sign us up! Put your shower singing skills to the test at Teehee’s Comedy Club every Friday from 11 p.m. to close. Admission is free and all performer tips will be donated to an awesome charity they’ve chosen for the week!
Friday, April 21
Climb With Pride at Climb Iowa
- Friday, April 21, 6-8 p.m.
- Climb Iowa East Village, 317 E. Court Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Not sure how we’re just hearing about this. Here’s a great opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community to go rock climbing – whether it’s something you do regularly or never. Check it out!
Style Eyes Trunk Show on Ingersoll
- Friday, April 21, 10-6 p.m.
- Saturday, April 22, 9-3 p.m.
- Vogue Vision, 2405 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, 50312
Midnight Munchies at Creme
- Friday, April 21, and Saturday, April 22, Late night hours until midnight!
- Creme, 543 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50312
Des Moines needed this! So excited to see this late night dessert bar option with great sweets and drinks perfect for a date or date with yourself night. We also love Creme in the daytime for a quick break, loading up on local sweets, or sending some quick emails.
Saturday, April 22: Earth Day!
A few tickets left: Central Iowa Yoga Retreat
- Saturday, April 22, Half day or full day retreat!
- Raccoon River Nature Lodge, 2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Yoga community – this one’s for you! 🧘 The 11th Annual Central Iowa Yoga Retreat is on Earth Day at Raccoon River Nature Lodge. All are welcome for a FULL or HALF day retreat to nourish minds, bodies, and souls while learning about different yoga styles, experiences, and communities. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and delve into this local community. You’ll notice some familiar faces like Hannah Cutler from @rootedyogaandfitness in the lineup.
Highland Park Neighborhood Clean Up
- THE COLLECTIVE, 3523 6th Ave Suite 101, Des Moines, IA 50313
- Saturday, April 22, Meet at 8 a.m in parking lot!
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Earth Day Shop Hop Hosted by THE COLLECTIVE and Art Terrarium
- Saturday, April 122, 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- THE COLLECTIVE, 3523 6th Ave Suite 101, Des Moines, IA 50313
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FREE ADMISSION: Earth Day at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Saturday, April 22
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden,
Participate in family-friendly activities, and engage with community partners who will be on-site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Botanical Garden is unveiling a new mural at 11 a.m. in the garden commons as part of the Earth Day festivities as well. The Iowa Bonsai Association will have its Spring Showcase and Sale as well for guests to view. In honor of Earth Day, carpool, walk, or bike the Botanical Garden and help save resources — including parking spaces here at the Garden!
- Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- The Picker Knows, 1208 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
First ever all vintage clothing market happening on Earth Day Saturday April 22nd from 10 AM – 5 PM. This market will feature a curated selection of vintage clothing and accessories spanning across over decades from the 1950s to Y2K! There will be a full cash bar, food, giveaways, and so much more! Check out our Reel visiting The Picker Knows here.
- Saturday, April 22, All day
- 2200 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312
From zzz Records, “Join us for the 16th annual world-wide Record Store Day celebration! At 8 am sharp, Zzz will have hundreds of special, exclusive vinyl releases up for grabs – none of which can be found at chain stores or on-line retailers! All customers will get a special goody bag – while supplies last, and be sure to sign up for our drawing for concert tickets, Zzz gift cards, and other surprises. We’ll also have a sidewalk sale (weather permitting).”
5K Fun Run: Run For Beer at Kinship Brewing Company
- Saturday, April 22, 11 a.m.
- Kinship Brewing Company, 255 NW Sunrise Dr, Waukee, IA 50263
Out in Waukee? Iowa Brewery Running Series mapped out a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at Kinship Brewing Company and weaves throughout the trails of Waukee. Run, walk, jog – whatever goes! All ages, all levels are welcome.
A Drake Themed Brunch at Mulberry Street Tavern
- Saturday, April 22, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Mulberry Street Tavern, 206 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Perfect brunch opportunity! Get in your feels and vibe to an all Drake session by DJ Richie Daggers while sipping Passionfruit Mimosas and enjoying MST brunch classics. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome.
World Earth Day at Fresko
- Saturday, April 22, 5 p.m.
- Fresko, 909 Locust St Ste. 103, Des Moines, IA 50309
We love Fresko for their gluten free options, but this Saturday, Fresko is taking the opportunity on Earth Day to announce a new sustainability partnership with @ecocaresupplyia so they’re hosting a little Earth Day party to celebrate. There will be live music, free appetizers, giveaways and a chance to try our new cocktail menus with happy hour pricing all evening.
10 – Year Anniversary of 515 Brewing Company
- Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- 515 Brewing Company, 7700 University Ave Suite C, Clive, IA 50325
Celebrate 515 Brewing being around for 10 years. There will be special food, drinks, and on site-screen printing. Want ore? How about 10th birthday pins given to the first 40 customers, the debut of new merchandise including a special 10th-birthday glass boot, and prize drawings throughout the evening to help celebrate.
all things considered at Wooly’s
- Saturday, April 22, 8 p.m. – 11 p.m.
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Wooly’s, 504 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
This is the show to be at on Saturday night. Hosted by Coral Thede. A showcase of Des Moines talent. Music that touches all genres and art that stretches to each medium. Art from Goldeneye Vintage, Siricasso, Amplify by Arabia, Sin Vergüenza, Drew Free, Midwest Gems, Laura Todd, Onx+Maize Wildflower, Jacob Kuperman & Van Holmgren.
Sunday, April 23
April Tipsy Macrame Class at Pots & Shots
- Sunday, April 23, 12:30 p.m.
- Pots & Shots, 9500 University Avenue, West Des Moines, 50266
“MacrameXJess has partnered with us to offer these exclusive classes. Design your own one-of-a-kind macrame plant hanger using your choice of mint green, wine, white or black cord – complimentary 4in terra cotta pot and saucer included. Participants will enjoy 15% off all retail purchases on event day – not applicable in cocktail lounge. Tickets are limited to 25 participants.”
Breakfast at Tiffany’s supporting Oakridge Neighborhood Services
- Sunday, April 23, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Willow On Grand, 6011 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
Brunch and bubbles for a good cause if you feel so inclined.
The Des Moines Girl 5K: Our Biggest Meet Up Yet
Join us on Saturday, May 6, for The Des Moines Girl 5K. The full day’s schedule just posted including yoga, meditation, spinning class, a braid bar, and yes, very cool swag.
