Upcoming Events in Des Moines: A Guide to the Week of May 31 - June 6, 2024

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1. QuadCon Des Moines 2024

QuadCon Des Moines 2024 is a comic convention featuring gaming and toy programming, celebrating various aspects of pop culture including comics, toys, video games, and more.

• Venue: Merle Hay Mall
• Address: Merle Hay Mall 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Dec 14 – Sun, Dec 15
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2. painting class at eb in merle hay

This event is a painting class where participants will paint on canvases that have pre-burned images. It's suitable for dates or family activities with children.

• Venue: Merle Hay Mall
• Address: Merle Hay Mall 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31, 5:30 – 7:00 PM CDT
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3. Roses and Rosé

The 'Roses and Rosé' event at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden offers an introduction to roses, covering their history, care, and varieties, paired with rosé wine.

• Venue: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
• Address: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31, 5:30 – 7:00 PM CDT
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4. Story Sprouts

Story Sprouts is an interactive story time event designed for children aged two to five, focusing on nature and plants, featuring stories and activities related to weekly themes.

• Venue: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
• Address: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31, 10:30 – 11:00 AM CDT
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5. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Experience the fifth Harry Potter movie, 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix', on a big screen while enjoying some Butterbeer.

• Venue: Flix Brewhouse
• Address: Flix Brewhouse 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31, 2 PM – Mon, Jun 3, 5 PM CDT
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6. Story Time Under the Stars

Story Time Under the Stars is an event where attendees gather to enjoy storytelling sessions under the nighttime sky, designed for an engaging and magical experience.

• Venue: Science Center of Iowa
• Address: Science Center of Iowa 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31, 9:30 – 10:00 AM CDT
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7. Solar Odyssey: Journey Through Our Cosmic Neighborhood

Solar Odyssey: Journey Through Our Cosmic Neighborhood is an event listed on the WHOtv community calendar, exploring aspects of our solar system.

• Venue: Science Center of Iowa
• Address: Science Center of Iowa 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31
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8. Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity

The event 'Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity' at the Science Center of Iowa explores the intriguing and mysterious nature of black holes.

• Venue: Science Center of Iowa
• Address: Science Center of Iowa 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Fri, May 31
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9. The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery about an inept drama society attempting to produce a 1920s play, experiencing comedic disasters throughout.

• Venue: Des Moines Community Playhouse
• Address: Des Moines Community Playhouse 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA
• Date: May 31, 7:30 PM – Jun 16, 10:30 PM CDT
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10. Pride Walk

The Pride Walk organized by Capital City Pride highlights the ongoing need for LGBTQ+ rights, featuring speakers from various organizations and concluding with a social event at SingleSpeed Brewing.

• Venue: Pappajohn Sculpture Park
• Address: Pappajohn Sculpture Park 1330 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Jun 1, 3:00 – 4:30 PM CDT
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11. The Travelers @ The Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market

The Travelers, a jazz and blues act, will perform multiple times at the 2024 Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market. Tickets are available for their scheduled appearances.

• Venue: Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market
• Address: Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market 300 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Jun 1, 7 AM – 12 PM CDT
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12. Bingo at Des Moines Biergarten

Bingo at Des Moines Biergarten offers a weekly outdoor event with games, bingo, prizes, and fun for all ages, featuring light board games and is free to play.

• Venue: Des Moines Water Works Park
• Address: Des Moines Water Works Park 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Jun 1, 1:00 – 4:30 PM CDT
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13. THE UNFORTUNATE SONS LIVE

THE UNFORTUNATE SONS LIVE is a live music event encouraging attendees to rock out, featuring exclusive events, secret menus, special offers, and loyalty rewards.

• Venue: Captain Roy's
• Address: Captain Roy's 1900 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Jun 1, 6 PM CDT
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14. Solar Party @ SCI

The Solar Party @ SCI, hosted by Newton Daily News, is an event scheduled for multiple dates, featuring activities related to solar science and education.

• Venue: Science Center of Iowa
• Address: Science Center of Iowa 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Jun 1, 9 – 11 AM CDT
• Click here to learn more.

15. Iowa Craft Brew Festival

The Iowa Craft Brew Festival, organized by the Iowa Brewers Guild, features unlimited samples of craft beer and cider, live music, and local food trucks.

• Venue: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park
• Address: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park Des Moines Water Works Park, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Sat, Jun 1, 12 – 4 PM CDT
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16. All Ford Mustang Car Show

The Mustang Club of Central Iowa's 44th Annual All Ford Mustang Car Show features 39 popular voting categories and trophies, with a fun-filled day of events.

• Venue: Outlets of Des Moines
• Address: Outlets of Des Moines 801 Bass Pro Dr NW, Altoona, IA
• Date: Sun, Jun 2, 9 AM – 4 PM CDT
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17. YOGA ON COWLES COMMONS

Des Moines Performing Arts offers a free outdoor yoga event at Cowles Commons, enriching body, mind, and spirit in a vibrant downtown setting. Cancellation possible due to weather.

• Venue: Cowles Commons
• Address: Cowles Commons 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Wed, Jun 5, 8 – 9 AM CDT
• Click here to learn more.

18. SUM24 Theatre ABCs

The SUM24 Theatre ABCs program introduces kindergarten to grade 1 students to acting, backstage, and costumes, aiming to spark interest in theatre, culminating in a student showcase.

• Venue: Des Moines Community Playhouse
• Address: Des Moines Community Playhouse 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA
• Date: Wed, Jun 5, 9:30 AM – Fri, Jun 7, 11:30 AM CDT
• Click here to learn more.