Check out this list of all the events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, June 10-12. We’ve curated the ones that we found most interesting and listed them here for you. Looking for live music this weekend? We’ve got a separate guide for that. Click here to check it out.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change or sell out. Please contact the businesses directly to confirm availability via the links below.
Friday, June 10
Capital City Pride Fest
- Events all weekend!
- East Village – See map of the festival above!
This is the event of the weekend – hands down. From silent discos to pet parades to fashion shows, this weekend is going to be SO FUN in the East Village. Check out the general locations above and click on the link below for a full schedule of events hosted by Capital City Pride. Tag us in your adventures!
Photo: Bungalow By Design
- Friday, June 10, and Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- 509 East 5th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309
This technically isn’t listed on the official “Pride Fest” list of events, but don’t forget to check out 509 City Vintage Market happening right around the corner on Friday and Saturday! Pop in to shop curated vintage goods including this special collection curated by @bungalowbydesign. The building is across from Bellhop and has a 509 above the door – you can’t miss it!
Sunset Stand Up Paddleboarding at Easter Lake
- Friday, June 10, 7:00 p.m.
- Classes available on Saturday and Sunday as well
- 2830 Easter Lake Dr, Des Moines, IA 50320
Want to try something new? How about paddle boarding on Easter Lake? You have your choice of an intro to paddle boarding class or a stand up paddle boarding yoga class! We love to go at sunset when the weather is nice. Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga uses specialized yoga paddleboards for a new challenge to your practice and connects you with nature, all leading to a sweet floating savasana. Not ready to try SUP Yoga? More interested in just paddling around? Choose their intro long class for the paddling basics and a leisurely paddle around the lake. It’s a great way to use $20!
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Now open all weekend!
- Surety Hotel, 206 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
It’s no secret that we love the Surety Hotel. We hosted our first year in business at a happy hour there last month and have it listed under several of our guides, including as a bachelorette destination. Now, their beautiful courtyard is finally open serving delicious slushies, small bites, live music, and is dog friendly! Check it out soon along with our other favorite patios listed here.
Plant Life Pizza Picnic
- Friday, June 10, 6-9 p.m.
- Plant Life Designs, 29154 360th St, Van Meter, IA 50261 United States
Head to a lovely evening in Van Meter with wood-fired pizza and delicious food. Chef Jacob of Crafted Food Services is preparing and cooking seasonally inspired wood-fired pizzas in the Plant Life gardens, highlighting ingredients from local farms. Your ticket includes 1) 10″ wood fired pizza, appetizers, veggies, dessert and 2 drinks. Additional drinks will be available for purchase at the cantina. There will be three varieties of pizza to choose from with four different reservation times based on your schedule!
Wine and Wood Fired Oven Pizza Night
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Friday, June 10, 5-8:30 p.m.
- Tassel Ridge Winery, 1681 220th Street, Leighton, IA 50143
Des Moines loves any chance to go out on a summer drive and eat some damn good pizza. Check out this other opportunity at Tassel Ridge Winery. Enjoy an individual Wood Fired Oven Pizza ($15). Choose an Apple, Bacon Cheddar Pizza; a Barbecue Chicken Pizza with Chicken, Barbecue Sauce (no tomato sauce), Red Onions, and Shredded Mozzarella; a Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella; or a Pepperoni, Black Olive, and Shredded Mozzarella Pizza; and pair it with a Caesar Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, and Caesar Dressing ($4) and your favorite Tassel Ridge wine, available for purchase by the glass ($6–$12).
Saturday, June 11
Downtown Farmers’ Market
Source: Greater Des Moines Partnership
- Saturday, June 11, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Des Moines’ Historic Court District
Before we head over to Pride Fest, the Des Moines Girl team is headed down to the farmers’ market this weekend together to see what we all prefer to buy with just $30. Join us and show us what your favorites are. The weather is supposed to be perfect! New here? The Downtown Farmers’ Market an open-air street market located in the Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Vendors will be set up outdoors on Court Avenue and adjacent side streets. It’s one of the best in the country!
Super Secret Brunch Club at Secret Admirer
- Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m.
- Secret Admirer, 110 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Northern Vessel is an awesome coffee company that closed it’s doors last year. Now, it’s back on Saturdays at Secret Admirer for the perfect place to stop after browsing through the farmers’ market. Grab a coffee, grab a mimosa, or grab both, and then relax on Secret Admirers’ perfect patio. Super Secret Brunch Club starts this Saturday at 10 a.m. and @ohhighbakery is back providing gourmet pop tarts!
Global Greens Farmers’ Market
- Saturday, June 11, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- 3200 University Ave, Des Moines, IA (near Drake University)
Another extremely important market to hit up – especially if you’re near the Drake neighborhood! Shop for delicious locally-grown produce for you and your family while supporting new Iowans who have a passion for farming! Global Greens Farmers’ Market serves as a platform for former refugees to sell their produce and bolster their small farming businesses. Hosted by Lutheran Services of Iowa.
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Saturday, May 11, 8-9 a.m.
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Rose Farmstead, 7197 43rd Ave Norwalk, Iowa 50211
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Saturday, June 11, 5:45 p.m.
- Art Terrarium, 106 11th St., Des Moines, IA 50309
“Capture the magical essence of an herb using the divine timing of the planets. In this workshop you will learn how to make your own plant essence through astrological timing and deep, respectful relationship to herbs. Everything you learn in this workshop you will be able to take home to continue creating your own essences from your favorite plants, flowers, and trees. At the end of this workshop you will take home your own herbal essence with instructions for how to use it and a new herb friends.”
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Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
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Mullets Restaurant, 1300 SE 1st St., Des Moines, Iowa 50315
Chelcie Lynn: The Tammy Tour at Hoyt Sherman Place
- Saturday, May 11, 7-9 p.m.
- Hoyt Sherman Place, 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
“Chelcie Lynn is a comedian, actress, and internet personality who was recently named one of Variety’s 2021 Top 10 Comics To Watch. She started building a fan base in 2014 when her sketches featuring her alter ego, Trailer Trash Tammy went viral. Her videos have since gained hundreds of millions of views across the internet, and have launched her career on screen and in comedy touring. Chelcie will be shooting a prank television series this fall for a major streaming platform, which will air in 2022.”
Sunday, June 12
- Sunday, May 12, 11 a.m.
- Republic on Grand, 401 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
The Republic on Grand is opening at 11 a.m. this Sunday, June 12 so that you can watch the Capital City Pride Parade from above with a craft cocktail in-hand! 🥂 Their indoor lounge and west patio will have perfect views of the parade on Grand Ave—air conditioning is a plus!
Brunch + Yoga at Willow on Grand
- Sunday, June 12, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Willow on Grand, 6011 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312
Start your day off right with a yoga flow focusing on self-love, while listening to some fun tunes. Once you are relaxed and centered, Evolve Juicery & Kitchen will serve up a healthy brunch bowl paired with your favorite beverage(s!). Tickets include cost of entry, yoga, and food, with the option to “add on” bottomless mimosas and bloody marys. Bring your own mat!
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