Live Music This Week in DSM: March 31 – April 5, 2026

This week’s lineup of musical acts in Greater Des Moines (DSM) includes Jim Dandy & the Kountry Rebels, Seth Rezek & Co., Zane Gedler, The Juan & Only, Keith Davis Band and more. 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, March 31, 2026

“Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Piano Man Richard Spierenburg in the lower level of the skywalk in the local bites area in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Jim Dandy & the Kountry Rebels at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 11 a.m.
B. John Burns' "Bereavement with a Modicum of Decency" Dinner Hour Livestream at 5 p.m.
The DSM Big Band at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $30 to $17 at table, $15 bar seat
Bob Pace with Jason Kadiwhompus, Emeal Myles at Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Blues Jam at Carl’s Place in Des Moines at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Piano Man Richard Spierenburg in the lower level of the skywalk in the local bites area in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
NOLA Jazz at Surety Hotel in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Andy Classen / Jack Curtis Duo at Louie’s Wine Dive in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Eddie 9V with Cherokee Social at xBk Live in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $25 (seating options)
Seth Rezek & Co. at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Brother Trucker at Maggie’s Rumble Room in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Dewey Cantrell, Corbett Reeves, Dan Trilk at Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Lee Klett at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Freight Train” Frank in the skywalk at La Mie Elevate in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Piano Man Richard Spierenburg in the lower level of the Skywalk in the local bites area in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
CeCe Stewart at Chamberlain Pub at Wesley on Grand in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Matt Woods 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.
The Songbook Project: An Evening of Standards with Andrew Walesch & Max Wellman at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $59 to $49 at a table, $Free first-come first-serve seating also
Zane Gedler at Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Open Jam at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 7 p.m.
Bob Pace at Board & Batten Basement Speakeasy in Dallas Center at 7 p.m.
Carly Pearce at Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines at 7:30 p.m.; $43 to $49
The Soul Searchers at The Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
MFKS at In Confidence Speakeasy at Hotel Fort Des Moines in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
Jesse Bauman at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 9 p.m.

Friday, April 3, 2026

Piano Man Richard Spierenburg in the lower level of the skywalk in local bites area in Des Moines at 11 a.m.
Friday Work Release Party with Bob Pace and The Dangerous Band at The Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Joshua Sinclair at Bevy’s Tavern in West Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Casey Peasley at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Jake Kloefkorn at Shotgun Betty’s in West Des Moines at 7 p.m.
The Juan & Only at El Toreado Mexican Bar & Grill in West Des Moines at 6 p.m.
Johnny Laws, Vince Cline, Tim Cooper at The Front Row in Clive at 6 p.m.
Damon Dotson at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 (Food Truck) Sean Michael Sullivan at Iowa Distilling Co. in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Andrew Walesch Sings Tony Bennett with His Orchestra at Noce in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $68 to $38 at tables, $32 bar seats
The Drama Kings at VFW Beaverdale in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Astro Brat, Worst Impressions, Bullets and Butterflies and The Modern Era at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Drew Peer at Kelly’s Little Nipper in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
The Sheet at Reclaimed Rails Brewing in Bondurant at 7 p.m.
Tri-County Pony Express – Crystal Blue at Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodward at 7:30 p.m.; $10
North of Grand with Brother Trucker at xBk Live in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $15 DOS + fees (seating options)
Grind at Back Roads Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Final Mix at Doc’s Lounge in Johnston at 8 p.m.
Whiskey Bizkit at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
Beggars’ Bargain at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Aiden Flathers at Brick & Ivy Rooftop in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Heath Alan at The Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 8:30 p.m.
Leradee & The Positives at Yacht Club in Des Moines at 9 p.m.
Mike McAbee at 1833 Saloon in Des Moines at 9 p.m.
After Hours at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Open Mic Jam with the Chuggaluggers at 1833 Saloon in Des Moines at 4 p.m.
Joshua Sinclair at Revelton Distillery in Osceola at 4 p.m.
Malcolm Wells & The Two Timers at Captain Roy’s in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
The Juan & Only at Cowboy Mexican Bar & Grill in Des Moines at 6 p.m.
The Soul Searchers at Middlebrook Mercantile in Cumming at 6 p.m.
Unpolished Jams at Tannin Wine Bar in Marshalltown at 6:30 p.m.
Susan Werner at Temple Theater in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $65 in risers, $45 off to side
Outlaw Country Express at Croatian Slavic Center at 7 p.m.; $5 Members, $7 Nonmembers
Minor Cuts at Locals Bar & Stage in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
Chris Falcon at V-Club Pub-VFW 9127 Beaverdale in Des Moines at 7 p.m.
The Hor D’oeuvres at Shirley’s Bar & Grill in West Des Moines at 7 p.m.
IV Play at Talk Shop Lounge in Saint Charles at 7 p.m.
Joe Demerath at Ambro’s Roadhouse in De Soto at 7 p.m.
Heads in Motion: Talking Heads Tribute at xBk Live in Des Moines at 8 p.m.; $20 DOS + fees (seating options)
The Remedy at Walker’s Place in Des Moines at 8 p.m.
MK2 featuring Brian Holland at Down Under Bar & Grill in Clive at 8 p.m.
Dick Danger Band at Kenny’s Garage in Waukee at 8 p.m.
The Sheet at Prairie Meadows in Altoona at 8 p.m.
Pony Express Victory Dance – Crystal Blue at Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodward at 8 p.m.; $10
Red Dirt Renegade at Monroe Fireman’s Ball in Monroe at 8 p.m.
Keith Davis Band at Fore Seasons in Newton at 8 p.m.
Blanket Fort at Mickey’s Irish Pub in Waukee at 8:30 p.m.
Jenny Kohls Band at The Greenwood Lounge in Des Moines at 9 p.m.
JKB Duo at Hawk Heaven Tavern in Altoona at 9 p.m.
Last Call with Max Wellman at Noce in Des Moines at 9:30 p.m.
Son Peruchos at La Bonita Mexican Restaurant in Windsor Heights at 10 p.m.

Sunday, April 5, 2026

Haywire 617 with Setback, Source of Fire, Big Bastard at Wooly’s in Des Moines at 4 p.m.; $22.37
Scott Davis / John Mattingly Duo at Louie’s Wine Dive in Des Moines at 5 p.m.
Subhumans with Venomous Pinks + Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops at xBk Live in Des Moines at 7 p.m.; $25 DOS + fees (seating options)
Jazz Night at The Contrary in Des Moines at 8 p.m.

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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.