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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).

George Washington Carver Day

February 3, 2026 9:00 AM Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates, 100 Locust St., 50309

Celebrate Dr. George Washington Carver at the Hall of Laureates in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Drake Women's Basketball vs. Belmont

February 5, 2026 6:00 PM Knapp Center , 2601 Forest Ave, Des Moines, Iowa , 50311

Drake Women's Basketball takes on Belmont at the Knapp Center in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Mainframe Studios First Friday: EMBODIED

February 6, 2026 5:00 PM Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way, 50309

In February, attend EMBODIED, the First Friday event at Mainframe Studios in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

Dome After Dark

February 6, 2026 6:00 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Extra evenings have been added to the Dome After Dark schedule. Don't miss the illuminated conservatory and Gardeners Show House.

Learn on Saturdays

February 7, 2026 10:00 AM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

The Learn on Saturday series welcomes eight experts thanks to a partnership with the DIG Symposium.

A Celebration in Song

February 7, 2026 7:30 PM St. Ambrose Cathedral, 607 High Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309

Hear the Des Moines Choral Society perform with guest ensembles, the Iowa State Singers and the Wartburg Choir.