Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, February 16-18. 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.

Friday, February 16

Taylor Swift: A Cardio Dance Party at Genesis Health Club

  • Friday, February 16, 6 p.m.
  • Genesis Health Club, 4349 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50310

Shake it off and sweat it out! Head over to Genesis Health Club for this Swiftie-themed fitness class. This event is open to the public and features yummy food, tasty drinks, and killer giveaways. Rock a look from your favorite era and get ready to dance it out to your favorite Taylor Swift songs!

  • Friday, February 16, 7-10 p.m.
  • Surety Hotel, 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309

Lady Revel will be bringing their musical talents to the Surety Lounge alongside other women-owned businesses for a fun night of ladies celebrating ladies including The Good Co., Pop & Nod, and Creme (to name just a few!).

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Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

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  • Friday, February 16, 6-10 p.m.
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309
Experience the Garden in a new light at Dome After Dark! Most Fridays through the end of March, stroll through the lush conservatory and Gardeners Show House illuminated with unique lighting and luminarias. This family-friendly event will include food and drink available for purchase from Trellis Café. Normal admission rates apply!
 

Iowa Wild Takeover at Brenton Skating Plaza

  • Friday, February 16, 5-8 p.m.
  • Brenton Skaing Plaza, 520 Robert D Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA

Lace up your skates and join the Iowa Wild for an epic takeover at Brenton Skating Plaza! Bring your friends and family for a fun night of skating, smiles, and exclusive photo opportunities with Crash. Be sure to tag @iowawild and @desmoines_girl! General admission rates apply.

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  • Friday, February 16, 7-10 p.m.
  • Smash Park, 6625 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Feeling competitive? Want to get your card game on? Grab a friend and register for Smash Park’s UNO tournament for a chance to be crowned the ultimate UNO champions! Team registration is $15, which includes two FREE drink tickets, and the top three teams will win Smash Park gift cards. Plus, margaritas are only $2! 
 
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Saturday, February 17

  • Saturday, February 17, Noon-3 p.m. 
  • Good Vibes Yoga, 1600 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314
 
 
 
 
 
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  • All weekend!
  • Seven Oaks Recreation, 1086 222nd Drive, Boone, IA 50036

Ok, maybe you’re a pro skier and snowboarder and this is ridiculous to you. But to us, complete novices in our late twenties? This is actually doable…and kind of fun! Drive north to Seven Oaks for a fun day of skiing, snowboarding, or snow tubing. Snow tubing tickets must be purchased online. Ski/snowboard tickets are first come, first serve. They serve food and some beer in the lodge! Hit up Whatcha Smokin’ for amazing BBQ on the way back to Des Moines.

  • Saturday, February 17, 4-8 p.m.
  • Peace Tree – Des Moines Branch, 317 E Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309

Feeling spiritual? Want to gain insight into your past, present, and future? Goddess Keyes Tarot will host a limited engagement at Peace Tree on Saturday. Grab a drink and get a full card reading for $20.

Billy Wayne Davis at Teehee’s Comedy Club

  • Saturday, Feburary 17, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. shows
  • Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA 50309

Every weekend is a good weekend to get your “laugh” on at Teehee’s. Check out Saturday’s headliner Billy Wayne Davis. “Davis has become one of the funniest observers of humankind and has perfected his entertaining blend of the clever, the cutting and the absurd.” Get your tickets! 

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Taylor Fest at Wooly’s

  • Saturday, February 17, Doors Open at 8 p.m. for 9 p.m. Event
  • Wooly’s, 504 E Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Having Taylor withdrawals while she’s on the overseas leg of the Eras Tour? Look no further than Wooly’s to get your fix! Unite with fellow Des Moines Swifties for Taylor Fest at Wooly’s. Tickets are $20 for the 9 p.m. event. Doors open at 8 p.m.

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Sunday, February 18

Meet Your Paw-Fect Match Adoption Event at Paws and Pints

  • Sunday, February 18, Noon – 4 p.m.
  • Paws and Pints, 6218 Willowmere Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321
What better way to cap off the weekend of love than to look for your paw-fect match at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s adoption event! Find an adorable dog looking to find their forever person and forever home while sipping on Paws and Pints drink specials.
 
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Girls Rock! Des Moines’ We Rock Showcase at Lefty’s Live Music

  • Sunday, February 18, 3-5 p.m.
  • Lefty’s Live Music, 2307 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311
Local live music AND supporting Girls Rock! Des Moines? Does it get any better? Support Girls Rock! Des Moines as they showcase performances from the weekend’s We Rock Retreat. Doors open at 2 p.m. for the 3 p.m. show. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door, and all proceeds fund the Girls Rock! Des Moines Youth Rock Camp Scholarship Fund.
 
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Iowa Asian Alliance Pho King Cook-Off at The River Center

  • Sunday, February 18, 6-8 p.m.
  • The River Center, 340 SW 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Pho lover? Never tried it? All degrees of pho lovers are welcome to attend the 7th Annual Pho King Cook-Off, hosted by the Iowa Asian Alliance. Tickets are $45 for access of pho stations, egg roll stations, eating contests, games, music, and more!
 
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