Live Events near Des Moines, IA

Guide to Live Events in Des Moines: Concerts, Sports and Shows Near You

Des Moines, IA, is a vibrant hub for live events, featuring everything from concerts and theater performances to sporting events and music festivals.

Whether you’re looking to cheer on your favorite team or catch a top artist live, Vivid Seats has you covered.

Things to Do in Des Moines This Week

Des Moines is buzzing this week: kick things off Friday with country fireworks as Turnpike Troubadours light up Horizon Events Center in Clive, and keep the hits coming Saturday when Brett Young takes the stage at Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee. Looking for laughs? George Lopez brings stand-up to Hoyt Sherman Place Friday, while Nate Jackson keeps the comedy rolling at Vibrant Music Hall. Sports fans can pack the stands for the high drama of the IHSAA State Wrestling Tournament at Casey's Center on Saturday afternoon. For a night out at the theater, Black Jacket Symphony delivers a note-for-note classic rock experience at Hoyt Sherman Place Saturday night.

Things to Do in Des Moines Next Week

Des Moines is buzzing next week, from hard rock with Wheel at xBk Live to college hoops as Drake Bulldogs Mens Basketball takes the court at Drake Knapp Center. Cap the weekend with the musical The Outsiders at Des Moines Civic Center.