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Ella Langley, Kameron Marlowe & Gabriella Rose

October 29

· 07:00pm

Casey's Center

Treaty Oak Revival

August 7

· 07:00pm

Casey's Center

The Phantom of the Opera

March 14

· 06:30pm

Des Moines Civic Center

NASCAR Cup Series: Iowa Corn 350

August 9

· 02:30pm

Iowa Speedway

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Concerts

Lainey Wilson & Tigirlily Gold

August 16

· 08:00pm

Iowa State Fair

Big Head Todd and The Monsters

October 16

· 07:30pm

Hoyt Sherman Place Theater

Zach Top

October 8

· 08:00pm

Casey's Center

Riley Green & Mackenzie Carpenter

August 20

· 08:00pm

Iowa State Fair

Theatre

Wicked

September 20

· 01:00pm

Des Moines Civic Center

Monty Python's Spamalot

October 25

· 06:30pm

Des Moines Civic Center

World Ballet Company: Swan Lake

October 7

· 07:00pm

Stephens Auditorium

Reefer Madness

October 11

· 02:00pm

Stoner Studio Theater - Des Moines Performing Arts

Sports

PRCA Pro Rodeo

August 14

· 01:00pm

Iowa State Fair

WWE: RAW

August 3

· 06:30pm

Casey's Center

Iowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mud Hens

September 13

· 01:08pm

Principal Park

Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Iowa State Cyclones

September 12

· 06:30pm

Kinnick Stadium

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Des Moines Events Schedule 2026

Des Moines is a vibrant hub for diverse events ranging from live concerts and theater performances to sports and rodeo shows. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy an exciting lineup of entertainment at top venues such as the Des Moines Civic Center, Hoyt Sherman Place Theater, and the Iowa State Fair. Notable upcoming performances include the highly anticipated staging of "The Phantom Of The Opera" at the Des Moines Civic Center, running from march 3 to March 14, 2027, with multiple shows daily, including ASL interpreted and audio-described performances. Music lovers can look forward to concerts like Zac Brown Band at Casey’s Center in november 2026 or Lainey Wilson & Tigirlily Gold at the Iowa State Fair in august 2026. For sports fans, the Principal Park hosts the Iowa Cubs' minor league baseball games against Scranton Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, with multiple games scheduled from late july to early August 2026. The entertainment calendar also features events like WWE Raw at Casey’s Center, the PRCA Pro Rodeo at the Iowa State Fair, and theatrical productions such as "Mamma Mia!" in may 2027. Other noteworthy events include the Wicked musical at the Civic Center from september 2026, Shaun Cassidy at Hoyt Sherman Place in November 2026, and live performances by artists like Riley Green & Mackenzie Carpenter. Whether you're seeking theater, concerts, rodeo, or sports, Des Moines offers a wide array of events suitable for all interests and ages, making it an ideal destination for entertainment enthusiasts year-round.