Staying in town this Memorial Day Weekend? Same! The weather is projected to be decent and it’s a three-day weekend! Check out this list of all the events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, May 26-29. Looking for live music? Here’s the guide for that.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change or sell out. Please contact the businesses directly to confirm availability via the links below.
Friday, May 26
Sunset Paddle with SUP Yoga DSM at Easter Lake
- Friday, May 26, 7 p.m. – 5 spots left at time of publication!
- 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! 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. We’re partial to the sunset paddle at 5 p.m.
- Friday, May 26, 11 a.m. to Saturday, May 27 to 10 p.m.
- Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, 50309
This is one of our favorite festivals of the year! Celebrate Asian cultures at Iowa’s Largest Asian American event. It obviously showcases authentic food, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Nationwide will provide FREE parking at their 1100 Walnut employee ramp for the entirety of the event. Gates will raise at 7 a.m. Friday and they will remain up through the weekend.
We’re especially excited to see our friend Jen from Sivid serving their plant-forward food like Thai Fries, Impossible Thai Burger and Impossible Banh Mi Burger!
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Wednesday – Sunday, 7:30 pm – 10 pm, through May 29
- Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
Last weekend! “Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Festival presented by MidAmerican Energy Company is returning with a new theme, new lanterns and a few fan favorites. Immerse your family in light and culture in a visually stunning festival of over 40 larger-than-life illuminated lanterns featuring endangered animals, Asian mythical creatures and more. Each display is designed and fabricated by artisans and will thrill you.”
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Friday, May 27, Seatings at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
- Revel Hotel, 11211 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
Chef Kaleb is back again with another phenomenal Chef’s Table demonstration—German themed! The menu includes canapes, dough tarts, spaetzle, bee sting cake and perfect for couples or groups.
Tony’s Cocktail Hour at Elevencherry Salon
- Friday, May 26, 4-7 p.m.
- elevencherry, 106 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Friday, May 26, 7 p.m.
- Smash Park, 6625 Coachlight Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
12 teams. Single game to 11. Double elimination. Cool prizes. If you’re on the pickleball trend, this is for you!
Des Moines Biergarten
- Wednesday – Sunday, Noon – Close
- Water Works Park, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
Beginning May 17, we’ll be open Wednesday through Sunday through to Fall. Willkommen im Des Moines Biergarten! Set among the mature trees of Water Works Park, Des Moines Biergarten is a family-friendly popup German-themed beer garden offering steins of beer and German inspired eats.
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Shows on Friday and Saturday nights
- Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Saturday, May 27
Downtown Farmers’ Market
Source: Greater Des Moines Partnership
- Saturday, May 27, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Des Moines’ Historic Court District
New here? The Downtown Farmers’ 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 feels especially huge since it was limited to the pandemic and it’s back to full size. It’s one of the best in the country! Don’t miss it this summer.
Game Greater Des Moines with The Dealt Hand
- Saturday, May 27, 12 – 4 p.m.
- Twisted Vine Brewery, 112 SE 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Spend your afternoon indoors playing games and getting prizes while learning how to be part of the food rescue work being done by Eat Greater DSM!
Eat Greater Des Moines aims to establish a food system that satisfies the immediate needs of our community while also developing a healthier system for the future. They achieve this managing a volunteer network who collect surplus food from local businesses, thereby reducing food waste, and filling community fridges where the food is made safely available to all.
Shrek Rave at Wooly’s
- Saturday, May 27, 9 p.m.
- Wooly’s, 504 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Description: “It’s dumb. Just have fun.”
Sunday, May 28
Coolest Bike In Town Bicycle Show at Captain Roy’s
- Sunday, May 29, 12 -4 p.m.
- Captain Roy’s, 1900 Saylor Road, Des Moines, IA, 50313
FREE: Dog Night at Madison County Winery
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Sunday, May 29, 4-8 p.m.
- Madison County Winery, 3021 St. Charles Road, St. Charles, IA, 50240
Drive to beautiful Madison County for a lovely Sunday night with your pup. Bring your dog or pup out to the winery for a frolic through the vineyard and open pasture area. Receive a free hotdog with your first purchase of a glass of wine or beer. All dogs must be on a leash when on the patio area.
Monday, May 29
Do something for yourself today. Check this article out for some of our favorite activities. Enjoy!
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