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Event List

Daily Listings of Things to Do

Looking for something to do? Look no further! Explore free events, concerts, sports events and more in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Jazz Concert ft. Augustana Northlander Jazz Band & Jazz Combo, GRAMMY winning Artist-in-Residence Matthew Whitaker and Elizabeth Trygstad

May 7, 2026 7:00 PM NOCE, 1326 Walnut St #100, Des Moines, IA , 50309

Attend the Northlanders Jazz Band and Augustana Jazz Combo concert at Noce in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Archtecture on the Move

May 8, 2026 5:30 PM Capital Square, 400 Locust St., 50309

Attend a guided architectural walking tour in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Bach ‘Mass in B minor’ ft. Augustana Bach Collegium and School of Music Ensembles

May 8, 2026 7:30 PM St. John's Lutheran Church, 600 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Augustana Bach Collegium and School of Music Ensembles will perform in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Downtown Farmers' Market: May 9, 2026

May 9, 2026 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Historic Court District

Attend the Downtown Farmers' Market presented by UnityPoint Health on Saturday, May 9, one of the most vibrant farmers' markets in the country.

Bonsai for Beginners (Part 2)

May 9, 2026 9:00 AM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Continue to learn about the Japanese art of bonsai at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.

Mother’s Day Weekend Brunch at Mulberry Street Tavern

May 9, 2026 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Mulberry Street Tavern , 8363 Parkland St, 80021

Celebrate Mother's Day with brunch at Mulberry Street Tavern in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).