Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, September 20-22. 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.
F45 Outdoor Workout at Confluence Brewing
- Saturday, September 21, 10 – 11 a.m.
- Confluence Brewing Company, 1235 Thomas Beck Road Des Moines, IA 50315
Looking for something fun and active to do this Saturday? Start your weekend off right with a FREE workout class hosted by F45 Training Downtown Des Moines at Confluence Brewing. If the free workout class isn’t enough to get you up in the morning, the free glass of craft beer afterward should definitely motivate you to set your alarm!
Friday, September 20
Des Moines Street Style Open at Lauridsen Skatepark
- Thursday, September 19 through Saturday, September 21
- Lauridsen Skatepark, 901 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
“The Streetstyle Open is a multi-day open street contest throughout Des Moines including the world-class Lauridsen Skatepark. Different types of contests on different types of terrain make this a unique and fun event for skaters and spectators alike.”
Beaverdale Fall Festival
- Friday, September 20 and Saturday, September 21
- Downtown Beaverdale
Fall is finally here! Welcome the new season with open arms at the longstanding Beaverdale Fall Festival! The celebration will include food, music, a parade, carnival, games, and so much more. New to the area and want to hit all the highlights at the festival? Check out our new Beaverdale Neighborhood Guide here.
Winefest Grand Tasting at Hotel Fort Des Moines
- Friday, September 20, 6 – 9 p.m.
- Hotel Fort Des Moines, 1000 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA 50309
A few tickets remain for Winefest’s Grant Tasting at Hotel Fort Des Moines! Tickets are $90 for an evening full of all of the finest food and wine from around Central Iowa and even more from around the world. We’ll raise a glass to that!
Saturday, September 21
Iowa Latino Heritage Festival
- Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22
- Western Gateway Park
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Downtown Des Moines Farmers’ Market
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- Saturday, September 21, 7 a.m. – Noon
- Des Moines’ Historic Court District
It is another great weekend for the Downtown Des Moines Farmers’ Market! The Market is 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! Don’t miss it this season and see some of our absolute favorite small business owners from around the metro.
Vintage & Made Fair at the Dallas County Fairgrounds
- Saturday, September 21, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Dallas County Fairgrounds, 28057 Fairgrounds Road, Adel, IA 50003
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Hogwarts Drag Brunch at The Garden
- Saturday, September 21, 11 a.m.
- The Garden, 525 East Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309
Calling all Potterheads to Platform 9 and 3/4! Embrace your inner wizard and outer drag lover at Drag Brunch at Hogwarts (aka The Garden this Saturday). Tickets are $35 with the option to add on bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys. Tickets typically go quickly, so make sure to grab them while you can!
20th Annual Oktoberfest at Hessen Haus
- Saturday, September 21, 3 p.m.
- Hessen Haus, 101 4th St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309
Hessen Haus is celebrating 20 years of Oktoberfest with a three week long event matching the festival in Munich, Germany. Join us from September 21 through October 6 for traditional German fare, delicious German bier, giveaways, specials, the Jager Train, and so much more. The kick-off celebration will happen Saturday, September 21 with live music from 6 – 8 pm with Fritz Schnitzel’s Walkabout Polkas, giveaways, and samplings!
Outdoor Movie: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off at Captain Roy’s
- Saturday, September 21, 6:30 p.m.
- Captain Roy’s, 1900 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA 50313
Even though it is scheduled for Saturday, it is still Ferris Bueller’s Day Off! This weekend, join Des Moines Parks and Recreation for a FREE outdoor movie. The film will begin at 6:30 p.m., and food and drink will be available for purchase.
Yoga at the Sculpture Park
- Sunday, September 22, Noon
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park
The weeks remaining for prime outdoor yoga season are dwindling… While the forecast looks a little rainy, take advantage of the warm weather at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park for a FREE outdoor PowerLife yoga class at one of Downtown Des Moines’ most iconic locations. Registration in the PowerLife app is highly encouraged!
Hello Fall Festival at Captain Roy’s
- Sunday, September 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Captain Roy’s, 1900 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA 50313
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Paint & Sip at Jasper Winery
- Sunday, September 22, 2 – 4 p.m.
- Jasper Winery, 2400 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
Join Painting With a Twist at Jasper Winery for an afternoon of painting, wine, and fun! Class is $42, which includes two hours of instruction to paint “Harvest Moon,” all supplies, and a canvas that is yours to keep! While you are welcome to bring your own snacks, wine and apps will be available for purchase.
Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Five Monkeys Inc.
- Sunday, September 22, 2 p.m.
- Five Monkeys Inc. 131 5th St, West Des Moines, IA
“You’re cordially invited to join us at Five Monkeys Inc for a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. We’ll have tea, snacks and prizes! You may purchase a ticket to the event and choose/pay for your project the day of the event. You may instead pre-purchase your project from select projects as I have limited numbers of them.”
Oktoberfest at SingleSpeed Brewing Co.
- Sunday, September 22, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- SingleSpeed Brewing Co. 303 Scott Ave, Des Moines, IA
“Our Oktoberfest celebration is set for Saturday, Sept 22nd, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate festbier with you. There will be Hold My Pretzel (festbier), a German-themed food menu, traditional German games, a stein holding contest, a stein chugging contest, polka music, and MORE– all in the name of good beer and good times.”
UPCOMING PITCH A FRIEND: September 29
Who’s better to pitch a single friend than your bestie!? In this fun, new take on a singles dating event, we’ll hang out at SingleSpeed Brewing Co. where presenters can pitch their single friend to the crowd. 6 men and 6 women will be pitched! After the pitches take place, we’ll mix and mingle with everyone in the crowd. Check out all the details and buy tickets at the link below!
