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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: Mango Soul

July 31, 2025 6:00 PM Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, 50309

Mango Soul will perform in the Koehn Garden for Music in the Garden at the Botanical Garden.

2025 Summer Concert Series

July 31, 2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Jasper Winery, 2400 George Flagg Parkway, 50321

The Summer Concert Series in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) will welcome local live music acts from around the region.

First Fridays in the East Village

August 1, 2025 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Historic East Village, Historic East Village, 50309

Enjoy special offers from all of our great shops, restaurants and businesses at First Friday in the East Village.

2025 Downtown Farmers' Market

August 2, 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).

Bites &: State Fair Traditions

August 5, 2025 5:00 PM Wallace House, 756 16th Street, 50314

Experience a nostalgic Iowa State Fair tradition in the Sherman Hill neighborhood of Downtown Des Moines.

2025 Downtown Farmers' Market

August 9, 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).