Iowa Sports 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 kind of fan. Whether you're singing along in a packed arena, laughing at a comedy show, or watching the action from courtside, there's always something happening across the state.

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Things to Do in Iowa This Week

Central Iowa is buzzing this week, with Brandon Lake uplifting Des Moines at Casey's Center and country favorite Dylan Scott taking over Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee. For a night of laughs, catch Michael Blaustein at Hoyt Sherman Place.

Things to Do in Iowa Next Week

Next week in Iowa, catch living legend Paul McCartney lighting up Casey's Center in Des Moines, while Cage The Elephant brings their raw rock energy to Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee. Cedar Rapids hosts inspirational hitmakers MercyMe at Alliant Energy PowerHouse, and Waukee turns up the volume again with In This Moment at Vibrant Music Hall.

Sports fans can cheer the Iowa Hawkeyes Football at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, then close the week with laughs from Gabriel Iglesias back at Casey's Center.

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