It’s the first weekend of April! Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, April 4-6. 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.
Des Moines Girl x Gratitude Run Club Running Social
- Saturday, April 5, 3 p.m.
- Jasper Winery, 2400 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
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Friday, April 4
Gallery Refresh and Artist Meet & Greet at 515 Brewing
- Friday, April 4, 4:30 p.m.
- 515 Brewing Company, 7700 University Ave, Clive, IA 50325
515 Brewing Co is leaning into the Des Moines art scene! Come meet local artists, explore their unique creations, and purchase your favorites. While you’re there, get all your 515 Brewing Co brews and enjoy food from Norseman Lobster Food Truck, and so much more!
First Friday at Mainframe Studios
- Friday, April 4, 5 – 8 p.m.
- Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, IA, 50309
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First Friday in the Historic East Village
- Friday, April 4, 5 – 8 p.m.
- Historic East Village
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Taylor Swift Skate at Skateland
- Friday, March 28, 8 – 10 p.m.
- Skateland Des Moines, 5621 Meredith Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310
Lace up your skates and head on down to Skateland Des Moines to skate to all of Taylor’s Version of your favorite songs. Listen to all the hits while you hit the rink and jam out with other DSM Swifties!
Cory Waller & The Wicked Things at xBk Live
- Friday, April 4, 7 p.m.
- xBk Live, 1159 24th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50311
“Grown from the black dirt that Iowa is known for, Cory Waller and The Wicked Things are a band of hard-working friends, sons and daughters of farmers and small-town folks. The band has traversed the midwest sharing their brand of black dirt country music, sometimes the shows The Wicked Things play have more people than those of their hometowns.” Tickets start at $15!
Saturday, April 5
Free Trial Class at Victress Mvmt Des Moines
- Saturday, April 5, 8 a.m.
- Victress Movement, 6840 EP True Pkwy Suite 106, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Central Iowa Yoga Retreat
- Saturday, April 5, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Raccoon River Nature Lodge, 2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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April Flea Market at the Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday, April 5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Iowa State Fairgrounds 4H Building, 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
Looking for a fun Saturday or Sunday activity? Take a stroll through the March Flea Market in the 4H Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds! Admission and parking are free, so take your time browsing the antiques, merchandise, and more!
Club Cafe at Chain and Spoke
- Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Chain and Spoke, 515 28th St Unit 102, Des Moines, IA 50312
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Community Farmers’ Craft Market of Pleasant Hill
- Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Berean Church, 5299 E University, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
Spring is in the air! Head on out to Pleasant Hill for the Community Farmers’ Craft Market. This local market features over 70 local crafters, artisans, bakers, and more. Plus, admission is free!
Sunday, April 6
Wedding Showcase at Rewind Hotel
- Sunday, April 6, 12-3 p.m.
- The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Wedding season is upon us, and there’s no better place to browse vendors than the Rewind Hotel Wedding Showcase on Sunday, April 6 at 12-3 p.m. Sip, sample and gather ideas for your big day – and enter to win a FREE WEDDING. Head to The Rewind Hotel in West Des Moines for an exclusive wedding event—where one lucky couple will WIN A FREE WEDDING valued at up to $16,000!
Self Care Sunday at Big Grove
- Sunday, April 6 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Big Grove, 555 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
It is a full day of self care activities at Big Grove! Kick off the morning with free yoga on the patio, followed by massages, tarot card reading, and a paint and sip class! Chocolates, crystals, and your favorite Big Grove brews also available for purchase. Take care of yourself this Sunday!
History of Tea at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Sunday, April 6, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309
“Delve into the centuries-old tale of this aromatic elixir as it intertwines with human culture, trade, and exploration. Guided by Botanical Garden staff and Red Dragon Herbs & Teas, you’ll savor a hands-on experience as you explore traditional brewing techniques and learn to distinguish nuanced flavors through a flight of tea representing countries around the world.”
