Live Music This Week in DSM: Feb. 3 – 8, 2026

This week’s lineup of musical acts in Greater Des Moines (DSM) includes Kowboy Kix, Luke Thomas, Cody Hicks, Neva Alden, David Watson and Jodi Bodley and Dewey Cantrell. 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. 3, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Kowboy Kix at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 11 a.m.
Wayne “The Train” Hancock with Nicky Diamonds at xBk Live in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $25 DOS + fees (seating options)
A Tribute to The Village Vanguard with The DSM Big Band at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $30 to $18 at table, $18 bar seat
Blues Jam at Carl’s Place in Des Moines at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026

NOLA Jazz at Surety Hotel in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Wayne Page / Jason Danielson Duo at Louie’s Wine Dive in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Jason Walsmith at Live From the Gilded Palace at 7 p.m.
Tyler Utter & Co. at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Brother Trucker at Maggie’s Rumble Room in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
An Intimate Evening with JJ Grey & Mofro at Hoyt Sherman in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $50.65 to $82.25
Luke Thomas at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Brian Herrin 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.
Vocalist Hannah Goodwin: An Evening of Sarah Vaughn & Billie Holiday at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $59 to $36 at a table, $25 bar seat
Open Mic at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Jordan Beem at Bevy’s Tavern in West Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam with house band at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 7 p.m.
Maxwell Schaeffer at Board & Batten Basement Speakeasy in Dallas Center at 7 p.m.
Big Easy with The Vieux Carre Jazz Orchestra with BYOBrass at The Ingersoll in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $60 (includes dinner that starts at 5:30 p.m.)
MFKS at In Confidence Speakeasy at Hotel Fort Des Moines in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Cody Hicks at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 6, 2026

The Juan & Only at El Toreado Mexican Bar & Grill in West Des Moines at 6 p.m.
James Biehn at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Taylor King at Iowa Distilling Co. in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Saner & Gibbons at Firetrucker Brewing in Ankeny at 6 p.m.
Steve Grismore at Tannin Wine Bar in Marshalltown at 6:30 p.m.
Torch Songs: Lauren Vilmain with Her Jazz Orchestra at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $59 to $36 at table, $25 bar seat
The Ripoffs at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Neva Alden at Kelly’s Little Nipper in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Barry Rutter at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Everlasting Love with Patricia Holly at The Ingersoll in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $60 (includes dinner that starts at 5:30 p.m.)
The Mike Walsh Band at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
Dirty Champagne at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
The Weasels at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Scott Kirkhart at Brick & Ivy in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Sean Michael Sullivan at Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille in Ankeny at 8 p.m.
Rural Route at Fore Seasons in Newton at 8 p.m.
Rattlebox at Doc’s Lounge in Johnston at 8:30 p.m.
After Hours at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

Tim Mitchum & The Part-Time Pirates with Robert Deitch at Honky Tonk Happy Hour at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 2 p.m.
Open Mic Jam with the Chuggaluggers at 1833 Saloon in Des Moines at 4 p.m.
Dustin Baird at Revelton Distillery in Osceola at 4 p.m.
Scott Stillwell (at 8 p.m.) and Trouble the Water (at 7 p.m.) at Blue House Winter House Concert at 4121 Beaver Crest Dr. in Des Moines (Potluck at 6 p.m.); $10 BYOB
Silversonic at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Lucky Jax at Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodard at 6 p.m.; $10
Carson Parker: Progression of the Trio at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $68 to $36 at table, $36 bar seat
Malcolm Wells & The Two Timers at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Palamino at Croatian Slavic Center in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $5 Members, $7 Nonmembers
Jake Schrodt Duo at Shirley’s Bar & Grill in West Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Robbie Michael at Brightdide Aleworks in Altoona at 7 p.m.
David Watson at Reclaimed Rails Brewing in Bondurant at 7 p.m.
Casey Peasley at 36th St Tavern in Ankeny at 7 p.m.
Flamy Grant at Progressive Voices Concert at First Unitarian Church in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $24/$29
Hairball with at Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee at 7:30 p.m.; $41.25 to $82.60
Tommy Doggett & Seth Hedquist at xBk Annex in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; Free /Donations
La Fiera de Ojinaga Y Keith Nieto at Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $70 + $9 cargos
Matt Biegger at The Regal Beagle in West Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Blanket Fort at Down Under Bar & Grill in Clive at 8 p.m.
Mary Runyan Band at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
Gut Feeling at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 8 p.m.
CUPID’S LOUNGE - Ramona & the Sometimes and legendary Lovin’ Forkful at xBk Live in Des Moines at 8:30 p.m.; $24 DOS + fees (seating options)
The People’s Band at Mickey’s Irish Pub in Waukee at 8:30 p.m.
The Feel Right Band at The Yacht Club in Des Moines at 9 p.m.
Standing Hampton at Miss Kitty’s in Clive at 9 p.m.
Jordan Beem at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 9 p.m.
CeCe Stewart at Hawk Heaven Tavern in Altoona at 9 p.m.
Dick Danger Band at Good Times in Ankeny at 9 p.m.
Last Call with Max Wellman at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026

Jodi Bodley and Dewey Cantrell at Botanical Blues at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines at 1 p.m.; Members free $12, seniors $11, Children 2-12 $9
Jodi Bodley and Dewey Cantrell at Botanical Blues at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines at 3 p.m.; Members free $12, seniors $11, Children 2-12 $9
TV Buddha / Astro Brat / Move Move at xBk Live in Des Moines at 6 p.m.; $15 DOS + fees (seating options)

The Greater Des Moines Partnership calendar of events is a one-stop resource for activities taking place throughout the region. Find networking information for Greater Des Moines (DSM) businesses, including Chamber luncheons, roundtables and ribbon cuttings. You can also find live music happening each week thanks to the “Live Music This Week in DSM” blog series.

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.