What's happening in Des Moines this weekend?

There are 25 events happening in Des Moines this weekend (August 21 – August 23, 2026), including Des Moines Real Estate Investing - Friday Morning Coffee Meetup at Smokey Row Coffee (7:00 AM), Amour x Amour d'Agnette Trunk Show at Amour (10:00 AM), Occupational Therapy Blue Coat Ceremony at Sheslow Auditorium, Paint Your Pet at Collaborate DSM (5:00 PM). Browse the full lineup on VenuNite.

Are there free things to do in Des Moines this weekend?

Yes — 8 events in Des Moines this weekend are explicitly listed as free. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.

Where can I find things to do in Des Moines, Iowa?

VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Des Moines. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.

Your Weekend Guide to Des Moines

August 21 – August 23, 2026 · 25 events

This weekend in Des Moines, Iowa brings 25 live events across the city — from music to community to arts & culture. 8 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.

Sunday (6)Music (7)Community (6)Arts & Culture (5)Free (8)

Events in Des Moines This Sunday

6 events are listed for Sunday, including Shelf Love DSM Audiobook Walking Club at Shelf Love DSM, Sunday Sundaes | Big Grove Des Moines at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom (11:00 AM), Boards and Brews at Confluence Brewing at Confluence Brewing Company (12:00 PM), Sail On - The Beach Boys Tribute at The Ingersoll (1:00 PM). Events that start earlier in the weekend may still be running Sunday; open an event for its current schedule.

Friday, August 21

7:00 AM · Smokey Row Coffee

Des Moines Real Estate Investing - Friday Morning Coffee Meetup

FreeCommunity

10:00 AM · Amour

Amour x Amour d'Agnette Trunk Show

FreeCommunity

Saturday, August 22

Downtown Farmers' Market - Des Moines

Downtown Farmers' Market - Des Moines — Saturday

Festival

LSI Global Greens Farmers' Market

LSI Global Greens Farmers' Market — Saturday

Festival

11:00 AM · Iowa State Fairgrounds

Principles First at the Iowa State Fair

Sunday, August 23

Shelf Love DSM

Shelf Love DSM Audiobook Walking Club

FreeCommunity

11:00 AM · Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

Sunday Sundaes | Big Grove Des Moines

FreeFood & Drink

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's happening in Des Moines this weekend?: There are 25 events happening in Des Moines this weekend (August 21 – August 23, 2026), including Des Moines Real Estate Investing - Friday Morning Coffee Meetup at Smokey Row Coffee (7:00 AM), Amour x Amour d'Agnette Trunk Show at Amour (10:00 AM), Occupational Therapy Blue Coat Ceremony at Sheslow Auditorium, Paint Your Pet at Collaborate DSM (5:00 PM). Browse the full lineup on VenuNite.
Are there free things to do in Des Moines this weekend?: Yes — 8 events in Des Moines this weekend are explicitly listed as free. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.
What events are happening in Des Moines this Sunday?: 6 listed events are happening in Des Moines this Sunday, including Shelf Love DSM Audiobook Walking Club at Shelf Love DSM, Sunday Sundaes | Big Grove Des Moines at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom (11:00 AM), Boards and Brews at Confluence Brewing at Confluence Brewing Company (12:00 PM), Sail On - The Beach Boys Tribute at The Ingersoll (1:00 PM).
Where can I find things to do in Des Moines, Iowa?: VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Des Moines. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.

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