ARTS & CULTURE IN GREATER DES MOINES
There is no shortage of events, performances, and other arts and culture happenings across Greater Des Moines. In any given week, you could be in the audience of a play, cheer at a concert, immerse yourself in an exhibit, or experience a new culture. The breadth of talent, passion, knowledge and opportunities in central Iowa is second-to-none.
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Events listed here are produced by Bravo’s cultural partners, and are not inclusive of all of their offerings or everything available in the region. So that the calendar can focus on timely events, concerts, performances, festivals, openings, and educational opportunities, activities that are considered regular or recurring are not included.
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Events Calendar
Dome After Dark
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr., Des Moines, IA, United StatesLight up your Friday Nights at Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden where the weather is...
Murder Mystery Party
Salisbury House & Gardens 4025 Tonawanda Drive, Des Moines, IA, United StatesJoin us for an entertaining night filled with surprises and twists as you try to solve the mystery through an...
Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End
Temple Theater 1011 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesThe Suburban Outlaw production of Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End, is a quick-witted, uplifting story recounting the life of America columnist and...
Jesus Christ Superstar
Des Moines Playhouse 831 42nd Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesJesus Christ Superstar tells the story of Jesus in the final days leading up to his crucifixion. Loosely based on...
Grand Horizons
Stoner Theater 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesRun Time: 2h Cast: 4m, 3w Genre: Comedy Setting: Retirement community Themes: Family, marriage Fifty years into her marriage to Bill, Nancy wants a divorce....
Some Like It Hot
Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesWinner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance...
In Defense of the Nation: Black Iowans at War – Author Lecture
Iowa Gold Star Military Museum 7105 NW 70th AVenue, Johnston, IA, United StatesVisit the Iowa Gold Star Military Museum to learn about the profound history of Black Iowans in the military. Author...
Grand Horizons
Stoner Theater 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesRun Time: 2h Cast: 4m, 3w Genre: Comedy Setting: Retirement community Themes: Family, marriage Fifty years into her marriage to Bill, Nancy wants a divorce....
Some Like It Hot
Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesWinner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance...
Reclaim & Rise
Urbandale High School 7137 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, IA, United StatesWe’re teaming up with the Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus for an unforgettable concert experience! This choral concert centers on...
Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End
Temple Theater 1011 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesThe Suburban Outlaw production of Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End, is a quick-witted, uplifting story recounting the life of America columnist and...
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