Join The Celebration

Discover unique recipes, activities and customs from around the globe through new socially distanced programs!

The World Food & Music Festival will return to its location in Downtown Des Moines (DSM)'s Western Gateway Park for its 17th year on Sept. 17 – 19, 2021. The Festival will monitor COVID-19 regulations in the months preceding the event. Official Festival protocols and procedures will be announced at a later date.

Festival Merchandise

Share the World Food & Music Festival spirit around town by wearing Festival gear! From T-shirts to bags and stickers, there's something for everyone on the Festival online merchandise shop.

Past World Food & Music Festival Highlights