Live Music This Week in DSM: Jan. 13 – 18, 2026

This week’s lineup of musical acts in Greater Des Moines (DSM) includes Taylor King, Hanna Goodwin & Co., Scott Eggleston, Luke Farland, Bob Pace and Velvet Trio. 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, Jan. 13, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Dale Menning & the Stardusters at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 11 a.m.
B. John Burns’ “More Cleanup After the Party” Dinner Hour Livestream at 5 p.m.
Young Talent Night with Taylor King at Kelly’s Little Nipper in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Rakuyo Surfaced Happy Thoughts Do You Bleed at xBk Live in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $15 DOS + fees (seating options)
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.
Des Moines Irish Session at Magee’s Irish Pub & Eatery in Ankeny at 7 p.m.
Mike Aceto at Greenwood Lounge at 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026

Scott Davis / John Mattingly Duo Duo at Louie’s Wine Dive in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Hannah Goodwin & Co. at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Randy Burk & The Prisoners at Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Sierra Griggs at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Brian Allen at Country Club Lodge in Adel at 5 p.m.
David Watson 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.
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.
DSM Irish Session at Brightside Aleworks in Altoona at 7 p.m.
Brian Herrin at Board & Batten Basement Speakeasy in Dallas Center at 7 p.m.
Live Music at In Confidence Speakeasy at Hotel Fort Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Scott Eggleston at Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Jordan Beem at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 16, 2026

Friday Work Release Party with Bob Pace & The Dangerous Band at Greenwood Lounge at 5 p.m.
Drew Fry 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.
Dan Trilk at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m. (General Lee’s Smoke Shack food truck)
Plastic Apartment at Iowa Distilling Co. in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Luke Farland at Firetrucker Brewing in Ankeny at 6 p.m.
The Dusty Rose Band at Pal Joey’s in West Des Moines at 6:30 p.m.
Mike Bernard at Tannin Wine Bar in Marshalltown at 6:30 p.m.
Fly Me To The Moon: The Max Wellman Big Band Plays Sinatra & More at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $59 to $36 at table, $25 bar seat
The Soul Searchers at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
JB Williams at Kelly’s Little Nipper in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Tim & Jana West at The Ducktail Lounge in Clive at 7 p.m.
David Watson at Pally’s Bar & Grille in Clive at 7 p.m.
Joshua Sinclair at Uptown Garage Brewing in Ankeny at 6 p.m.
Corbett Reeves at Reclaimed Rails in Bondurant at 7 p.m.
The Memphis Flash: The Acoustic Roots of Elvis Presley at The Ingersoll in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $60 (includes dinner that starts at 5:30)
Mr. Rood & The Attitude Album Release with Surf Zombies and Joel Sires at xBk Live in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $15 DOS + fees (seating options)
Keifer & Scott at Striking Sparrow Lounge at 8 p.m.
Sister Sara at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
Hold On at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Suede at Doc’s Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Brody Hedrick & Cooper Terrill at Brick & Ivy in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Jordan Beem at Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille in Ankeny at 8 p.m.
Toast3r at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8:30 p.m.
Matt Terronez Band at Greenwood Lounge at 9 p.m.
After Hours at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

ChewBOCKA Fest at Confluence Brewing in Des Moines
- Trio Aceto at Noon
- The Carousel at 4:30 p.m.
The Memphis Flash: The Acoustic Roots of Elvis Presley at The Ingersoll in Des Moines at 2 p.m.; $60 (includes dinner that starts at Noon)
Open Mic Jam with The Chuggaluggers at 1833 Saloon in Des Moines at 4 p.m.
Jessie & The Medicine Men at Revelton Distilling in Osceola at 4 p.m.
Bob Pace at The Hills Bar & Grill in Pleasant Hill at 6 p.m.
Brian Herrin at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Vocalist Aviana Gedler with Her Band at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $68 to $36 at table, $36 bar seat
Triple Elvis / Value of Human Life / Skillful Means at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Outlaw Country Express at Croatian Slavic Center in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $5 Members, $7 Nonmembers
Jones & Owens Trio at Shirley’s Bar & Grill in West Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Leo Days for Young Elvis Tribute at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 7 p.m.; $31.50
Tom Pevear at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Neva Alden at 36th St. Tavern in Ankeny at 7 p.m.
ThunderBeard: ZZ Top Tribute at Camelot Theater in Nevada at 7 p.m.; $31.65 to $46.49
Dallahan – Celtic Music at Franklin Center in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $35/$40
Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute at Wooly’s in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $38.83
XOLEX with Sierra Griggs at xBk Live in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $15 DOS + fees (seating options)
Heath Alan at Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Animato Bandd at Down Under Bar & Grill in Clive at 8 p.m.
Monkeyfour at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Jordan Beem at Flat Tire Lounge in Madrid at 8 p.m.
Black Diamond Loons at Mickey’s Irish Pub in Waukee at 8:30 p.m.
The Punching Pandas at Miss Kitty’s in Clive at 9 p.m.
Suede at Hawk Heaven Tavern in Altoona at 9 p.m.
Chris Powell at Fore Seasons in Newton at 9 p.m.
Last Call with Max Wellman at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026

The Matt Terronez Band at Botanical Blues at Greater Des Moines Botanical Center Blues in Des Moines at 1 p.m.; Members free, $12, seniors $11, Children 2-12 $9
Velvet Trio at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 2 p.m.
Jake Schrodt at Covered Bridges Winery in Winterset at 2 p.m.
The Matt Terronez Band at Botanical Blues at Greater Des Moines Botanical Center Blues in Des Moines at 3 p.m.; Members free, $12, seniors $11, Children 2-12 $9
Sean Michael Sullivan at Exile Brewing in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
CarsonParker / Mathuin Smith Duo at Louie’s Wine Dive in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Stardusters at Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodward at 5 p.m.; $13
Andy Juhl and the Bluestem Players with Radio Renegade and Allegra Hernandez at xBk Live #6 in Des Moines; $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.