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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).

Music in the Garden: Weary Ramblers

July 3, 2025 6:00 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

The Weary Ramblers perform in Koehn Garden for the Botanical Garden's Music in the Garden series.

Independence Day Fireworks + Iowa Cubs vs. Omaha Storm Chasers

July 3, 2025 7:08 PM Principal Park, 1 Line Dr, 50309

Enjoy the Independence Day fireworks with the Iowa Cubs in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

The Des Moines Symphony's 31st Annual Yankee Doodle Pops

July 3, 2025 8:30 PM Iowa State Capitol Grounds, 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319, 50319

The patriotic concert Yankee Doodle Pops will take place alongside a fireworks display over the Downtown skyline.

2025 Downtown Farmers' Market

July 5, 2025 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Historic Court District, N/A, 50309

Attend the Downtown Farmers' Market from May through October in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).

The Community Crate

July 8, 2025 1:00 PM Tom and Ruth Harkin Center, 2800 University Ave, 50311

Head to the Drake neighborhood to see a shipping container turned into affordable housing at The Community Crate exhibit.

Botanical Watercolor

July 10, 2025 5:30 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

The Botanical Garden watercolor painting class takes place in Downtown Des Moines (DSM).