Iowa Live Events

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

From high-energy concerts and touring Broadway shows to can't-miss sporting events, Iowa delivers unforgettable experiences for every type of fan. Whether you're singing along in a packed arena, laughing at a comedy show, or cheering from courtside, there's always something happening in Iowa.

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Things to Do in Iowa This Week

This week in Iowa, catch country acts like Turnpike Troubadours at Horizon Events Center in Clive, Brett Young at Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee, or Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners at Bridge View Center in Ottumwa. If you prefer laughs, see George Lopez at Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines or rising comic Nate Jackson at Vibrant Music Hall. Sports fans can cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes Womens Basketball at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City.

Things to Do in Iowa Next Week

Next week in Iowa catch Joe Bonamassa at Paramount Theatre Cedar Rapids and Dancing with the Stars at Stephens Auditorium in Ames. College hoops fans can cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes Mens Basketball at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City and the Iowa State Cyclones Mens Basketball at Hilton Coliseum in Ames. From intimate blues to packed arenas there is something for every taste across Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and Ames.

Why Buy with Vivid Seats

From Hawkeye and Cyclone game days to sold-out concerts at Wells Fargo Arena and intimate shows across Cedar Rapids and Davenport, Iowa fans choose Vivid Seats for a smooth, secure path to the perfect seat. Every order is backed by the Vivid Seats 100% Buyer Guarantee, so your tickets are valid for entry and delivered in time for the event—giving you confidence from checkout to showtime. With intuitive search, clear pricing, and helpful seat details, it’s easy to find what you want fast, and the Vivid Seats rewards program lets you earn credit on eligible purchases to use toward future outings in Des Moines, Ames, Iowa City, and beyond. Add quick mobile delivery and responsive support, and you’ve got a simple, reliable way to get in and cheer on your favorite teams and artists across the Hawkeye State.