Iowa Live Events

Live Events in Iowa: Concerts, Sports, and Comedy and More

From high-energy concerts and touring Broadway shows to unmissable sporting events, Iowa offers unforgettable entertainment for every fan. Whether you’re singing along in a packed arena, enjoying stand-up comedy, or catching the action courtside, there’s always something happening across the state. With Vivid Seats, you can browse top events and purchase tickets with confidence, backed by a 100% Buyer Guarantee. Plus, our rewards program lets you earn points on every order, adding extra value to each purchase.

Things to Do in Iowa This Week

Concertgoers wont want to miss the energy of rock tribute outfit Hairball at Iowa State Fair this Wednesday before country legend Hank Williams Jr takes over the fairgrounds Friday night. Saturday brings R&B superstar T-Pain back to Iowa State Fair for a high voltage affair and country fans can also catch Kip Moore at McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids. It is a week packed with live music across Iowa.

Things to Do in Iowa Next Week

Music fans can kick off the week in Des Moines on August 20 with Melissa Etheridge at the Des Moines Civic Center. That same night and throughout the week Council Bluffs’s scenic Stir Cove at Harrahs Council Bluffs hosts pop punk staples Simple Plan followed by country favorites Old Dominion on August 23 and rap legends Cypress Hill on the 24th.

Why Buy with Vivid Seats

In Iowa, fans choose Vivid Seats because its intuitive, easy-to-navigate platform makes finding and purchasing tickets a breeze, while the 100% Buyer Guarantee ensures tickets arrive as promised or you’re fully protected, and the rewarding loyalty program lets you earn points on every purchase toward future events, so you can enjoy Hawkeyes games, concerts, and more with complete confidence and great savings.