What community events are happening in Des Moines this weekend?

There are 22 community events in Des Moines, Iowa this weekend (October 16 – October 18, 2026), including Tech Fuse Des Moines 2026 at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (8:30 AM), Tech Fuse DSM at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (8:00 PM), Story Sprouts Children's Story Time at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, FREE Iowa Home Expo, October 2026 at Iowa State Fairgrounds (12:00 PM). Browse the full weekend lineup and get tickets on VenuNite.

Are there free community events in Des Moines this weekend?

Yes — 8 of this weekend's community events in Des Moines are explicitly listed as free. Confirm price details on the event page or organizer source.

Where can I see community in Des Moines beyond this weekend?

VenuNite lists every upcoming community event in Des Moines, Iowa — tonight, this weekend, and beyond. See the full Des Moines community calendar for all listings.

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Community in Des Moines This Weekend

October 16 – October 18, 2026 · 22 events Friday through Sunday

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Community in Des Moines This Sunday

5 community events are listed for Sunday, including Today's Christian Girl- 2026 at Calvary Apostolic Church (6:30 PM), Shelf Love DSM Audiobook Walking Club at Mars Cafe (11:00 AM), Drake Neighborhood Tiny Tree Planting at Drake Neighborhood Community Garden (12:00 PM), NextGen Table Reservation - 5pm at THE GARDEN (5:00 PM). Times and availability can change; open an event for the organizer source.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What community events are happening in Des Moines this weekend?: There are 22 community events in Des Moines, Iowa this weekend (October 16 – October 18, 2026), including Tech Fuse Des Moines 2026 at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (8:30 AM), Tech Fuse DSM at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (8:00 PM), Story Sprouts Children's Story Time at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, FREE Iowa Home Expo, October 2026 at Iowa State Fairgrounds (12:00 PM). Browse the full weekend lineup and get tickets on VenuNite.
Are there free community events in Des Moines this weekend?: Yes — 8 of this weekend's community events in Des Moines are explicitly listed as free. Confirm price details on the event page or organizer source.
What community events are happening in Des Moines on Sunday?: 5 community events are listed in Des Moines on Sunday, including Today's Christian Girl- 2026 at Calvary Apostolic Church (6:30 PM), Shelf Love DSM Audiobook Walking Club at Mars Cafe (11:00 AM), Drake Neighborhood Tiny Tree Planting at Drake Neighborhood Community Garden (12:00 PM), NextGen Table Reservation - 5pm at THE GARDEN (5:00 PM). Browse the Sunday section for times and venues.
Where can I see community in Des Moines beyond this weekend?: VenuNite lists every upcoming community event in Des Moines, Iowa — tonight, this weekend, and beyond. See the full Des Moines community calendar for all listings.

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Community in Des Moines This Weekend

October 16 – October 18, 2026 · 22 events Friday through Sunday

Sunday (5) ↓

Community in Des Moines This Sunday

5 community events are listed for Sunday, including Today's Christian Girl- 2026 at Calvary Apostolic Church (6:30 PM), Shelf Love DSM Audiobook Walking Club at Mars Cafe (11:00 AM), Drake Neighborhood Tiny Tree Planting at Drake Neighborhood Community Garden (12:00 PM), NextGen Table Reservation - 5pm at THE GARDEN (5:00 PM). Times and availability can change; open an event for the organizer source.