World Food & Music Festival

The 2024 World Food & Music Festival presented by Veridian Credit Union will make its return for its 20th year on Friday, Aug. 23 – Sunday, Aug. 25 at Western Gateway Park in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). The Festival runs from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, as well as 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Festival features more than 50 food vendors, representing more than two dozen countries. There’s also live music on the Main Stage and Cultural Stage, as well as family-friendly fun int the Cultural Activity Pavilion, Adventure Tents and check out live Cooking Demonstrations.