Live Music This Week in DSM: Feb. 10 – 15, 2026

This week’s lineup of musical acts in Greater Des Moines (DSM) includes Craig Swalwell Band, Antonio Lopes & Co., MFKS, Matthew Garcia, Hardway and Loose Gravel. Cheer on a sports team, shop local or visit your favorite attraction or event before or after enjoying the best live music in DSM.

This list is curated week-to-week by local music fan Bryan Farland. Visit The List – Live Music in DSM Area's Facebook page for more information.

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Craig Swalwell Band at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 11 a.m.
Young Talent Night with Taylor King at Kelly's Little Nipper at 5 p.m.
Sweet Lil and the Nothings with Casey Joe Collins at xBk Live in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; Free (Donations)
The DSM Big Band at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $30 to $17 at table, $15 bar seat
Blues Jam at Carl’s Place in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Zane Gedler/Abram Miller and Michael Gedden at Jazz Night at The Lift at 7:30 p.m.
DSM Irish Session at Magee's Irish Pub & Eatery in Ankeny at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026

Stephanie Marie Duo featuring Austin Brown at Louie’s Wine Dive in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Chris Powell : Piano Night at Stuffed Olive in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Jake Schrodt at Gilroy’s Kitchen, West Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Antonio Lopes & Co. at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Will Barnett at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate at 11 a.m.
The Weary Ramblers at Newton Public Library in Newton at 5 p.m.
Luke Fox at Confluence Brewing in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Jessie & The Medicine Men at Poncho’s Friendly Confines in Waukee at 6 p.m.
Valentine’s Day with The Max Wellman Big Band at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $59 to $38 at a table, $32 bar seat Open Mic at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam with house band at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 7 p.m.
Chip Albright at Board & Batten Basement Speakeasy in Dallas Center at 7 p.m.
Jordan Beem at Nite Hawk Bar & Grill in Slater at 7:30 p.m.
Elise Trouw presents The Diary of Elon Lust Tour with Rudy Love and the Encore at xBk Live at 8 p.m.; $20 DOS + fees (seating options) (VIP option)
MFKS at In Confidence Speakeasy in Hotel Fort Des Moines in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Austin Brown Trio at Jazz Night at xBk Annex in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; Free (Donations) 49 Winchester with Taylor Hunnicutt at Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $38.82
Triple J’s at Yacht Club in Des Moines at 9 p.m.
Sierra Griggs at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 13, 2026

Winter Blues Fest at Des Moines Marriott Downtown in Des Moines from 5-11 p.m.; $30 Friday, $40 Saturday or $60 Weekend Pass
Robbie Michael at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 6 p.m.
The Juan & Only at El Toreado Mexican Bar & Grill in West Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Ron Burchett at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Neva Alden at Iowa Distilling Co. in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Matthew Garcia at Firetrucker Brewing in Ankeny at 6 p.m.
Dan Medeiros at B&B Theaters in Ankeny at 6:30 p.m.
Unpolished Jams at Tannin Wine Bar in Marshalltown at 6:30 p.m.
Valentine’s Day with The Max Wellman Big Band at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $64 to $52 at a table, $34 bar seat
Randy Burk & The Prisoners at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Grain Powered Duo at Kelly’s Little Nipper in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
The Rewind Project at VFW Post 9127 in Beaverdale at 7 p.m.
Liv McNair & Sierra Griggs Galentine’s Day at Hawk Heaven Tavern in Altoona at 7 p.m.
NHE at Reclaimed Rails Brewing in Bondurant at 7 p.m.
Addison Johnson Acoustic Show at Talk Shop Lounge in Saint Charles at 7 p.m.
Barry Rutter at Fore Seasons in Newton at 7 p.m.
Patricia Holly – Everlasting Love at The Ingersoll at 7:30 p.m.; $60 (includes dinner that starts at 5:30 p.m.)
The Last 7evel with Casey Joe & The Foxes at xBk Live at 8 p.m.; $25 DOS (seating options)
Keifer & Scott at Striking Sparrow Lounge in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Charvann at The Ducktail Lounge in Clive at 8 p.m. (raffle)
Decoy Trio at Doc’s Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Renegade Soul at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Jordan Beem with Drew Fry at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
Renegade Souls at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Grind at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Royce Johns Duo at Brick & Ivy Rooftop in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Cody Hicks Band at Miss Kitty’s in Clive at 9 p.m.
After Hours at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026

Weary Ramblers livestream at West Des Moines Public Library in West Des Moines at 1 p.m.
The Guilty Pleasures at The Fur Ride at Big Grove Brewery in Des Moines at 1:30 p.m.
Dickie’s Lonely Hearts Club Jam with ghostwives/Day Ashworth at Secret Admirer at 3 p.m.
Winter Blues Fest at Des Moines Marriott Downtown in Des Moines from 4 p.m. – Midnight; $30 Friday, $40 Saturday or $60 Weekend Pass
Open Mic Jam with the Trickle Tree Hippies at 1833 Saloon in Des Moines at 4 p.m.
Liv McNair at Revelton Distillery in Osceola at 4 p.m.
Love in the Lobby: Classical Guitar with Steven Kennedy at Surety Hotel in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Velvet Trio – Velvet Valentines Day at The Ducktail Lounge in Clive at 6 p.m.
Beggars’ Bargain at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Birdy Young at Sweetheart Supper at 1850 Homestead in Cambridge at 6 p.m.; $75
RiviEras – Sweetheart Dance at Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodard at 6 p.m.; $10
Matt Terronez Quartet at Valentines Dinner at Covered Bridges Winery in Winterset at 6:30 p.m.; $65 (dinner at 6:30 p.m.)
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Valentine Ball with Sara Routh at xBk Live in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $25 DOS + fees
The Cheatin’ Hearts at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Unforgiven at Croatian Slavic Center in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $5 Members, $7 Nonmembers
New Sins / Soft Dog / Spumoine at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Brody Hedrick Music at Reclaimed Rails Brewing in Bondurant at 7 p.m.
Jake McVey - Valentine Special Event at Talk Shop Lounge in Saint Charles at 7 p.m.
Des Moines Symphony – Romeo & Juliet at Des Moines Civic Center in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $20 to $80
Braxton Keith with Katie & The Honky Tonks at Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $34.18
Gran Noche De San Valentin with Los Picudos, Banda Maguey, Banda R-15 and Grupa Reforzado at Wooly’s in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $50.17
Hardway at Down Under Bar & Grill in Clive at 8 p.m.
Burnin’ Sensations at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Pickleback at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
JKB Duo at murph & Mary’s Pub in Newton at 8 p.m.
The Get Down Band at Mickey’s Irish Pub in Waukee at 8:30 p.m.
Son Peruchos – “San Valentin edition” at La Bonita Mexican Grill & Cantina in Windsor Heights at 9 p.m.
Final Mix at Miss Kitty’s in Clive at 9 p.m.
Last Call with Max Wellman at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026

The Drama Kings at Botanical Blues at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines at 1 p.m.; Members free, $12, seniors $11, Children 2-12 $9
Zane Gedler Trio at Highland Underground in Des Moines at 2 p.m.
Loose Gravel at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 2 p.m.
Des Moines Symphony – Romeo & Juliet at Des Moines Civic Center in Des Moines at 2:30 p.m.; $20 to $80
The Drama Kings at Botanical Blues at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines at 3 p.m.; Members free, $12, seniors $11, Children 2-12 $9 Joshua Sinclair at Exile Brewing in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Sentimental Swing at Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodard at 6 p.m.; $13
SosMula with Ricky Hil and Eren Kahn at xBk Live at 7 p.m.; $25 DOS + fees (seating options)

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Amelia Klatt

Amelia Klatt is the Director of Events for the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Her background working with nonprofit organizations has led to skills as a relationship builder and events professional. Klatt received her MPA from Drake University in 2019.