Upcoming Events in Des Moines: A Guide to the Week of June 7-13, 2024
2024-06-05
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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
The Play That Goes Wrong, a comedic murder mystery play by Theatre Mischief, follows the bumbling Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society as they produce a 1920s murder mystery.
Venue: Des Moines Community Playhouse
Address: Des Moines Community Playhouse 831 42nd St, Des Moines, IA
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
Destination Thursdays at Ta'Chido Des Moines is an event listed among other Thursday night events, offering vibrant gatherings to experience local culture and entertainment.
Venue: Ta'Chido Cantina
Address: Ta'Chido Cantina 409 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA
5. Thrivent Member Network Family Day at Blank Park Zoo
Thrivent Member Network - Iowa/Southern Minnesota hosts a Family Day at Blank Park Zoo with a picnic, zoo exploration, and a generosity activity supporting foster children.
Venue: Blank Park Zoo
Address: Blank Park Zoo 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA
6. SWITA Summer Fun Bus Excursion from Atlantic to Blank Park Zoo
SWITA Summer Fun Bus Excursion offers a trip to Blank Park Zoo from Atlantic for $10 per person, excluding meals and admission, with advance registration required.
Venue: Blank Park Zoo
Address: Blank Park Zoo 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA
Learn Epoxy Basics offers a step-by-step class on creating craft masterpieces using epoxy resin, with hands-on learning guided by Ande from Dwarven Workshop.
Venue: Merle Hay Mall
Address: Merle Hay Mall 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
Story Sprouts is an interactive story time designed for children ages two to five, focusing on nature and plants, featuring stories and activities related to the weekly theme.
Venue: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Address: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA
The IRONMAN 70.3 Des Moines is an annual triathlon event. It includes past event dates and offers results tracking and race previews on the Sportstats platform.
Venue: Gray's Lake Park
Address: Gray's Lake Park 2101 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
Motivate Dance Recital: Main Show 1 is scheduled for June 8, 2024, featuring reserved seating at $10 per ticket, available for purchase starting April 8, 2024.
Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place
Address: Hoyt Sherman Place 1501 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA
The Drag King DSM Pride Party in Des Moines is an event celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with performances and entertainment primarily featuring drag kings.
Outdoor Bingo at Des Moines Biergarten offers a fun Saturday activity with games, prizes, and light board games for all ages, hosted by The Dealt Hand. Participation is free.
Venue: Des Moines Water Works Park
Address: Des Moines Water Works Park 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
Ballet Des Moines hosts the Summer STEM Finale featuring performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Love Letters, alongside STEM activities, stargazing, and a VIP reception option.
Venue: Des Moines Water Works Park
Address: Des Moines Water Works Park 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA
The event 'Times of Future Past' in Des Moines features two shows by Richie Lee & the Fabulous 50's, celebrating the roots of Rock 'n' Roll in a high energy performance.
Venue: Sleepy Hollow Sports Park
Address: Sleepy Hollow Sports Park 4051 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA
The Garden Party is a festive springtime fundraising event for Salisbury House Foundation featuring a brunch, live music, yard games, and rare book displays. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities available.
Venue: Salisbury House & Gardens
Address: Salisbury House & Gardens 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA
The Hu Valuation Summit is a three-day, roundtable-style event focusing on the valuation of responsible, sustainable, or impact startups and initiatives for informed investment.
Venue: World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Address: World Food Prize Hall of Laureates 100 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Iowa State Alumni Night at Zoo Brew presents a networking event with activities, prizes, and giveaways, specifically for ISUAA members and their guests at a discounted rate.
Venue: Blank Park Zoo
Address: Blank Park Zoo 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA
STORYTIME UNDER THE GREEN UMBRELLA is an event featured by Des Moines Performing Arts, possibly involving storytelling or performances under a thematic green umbrella.
Venue: Cowles Commons
Address: Cowles Commons 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The 2024 Out to Lunch event series features local food trucks and live music, offering a vibrant social setting for Downtown Des Moines employees, residents, and visitors.
Venue: Cowles Commons
Address: Cowles Commons 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Hoyt Sherman Place presents three-time Grammy Award winner Samara Joy, a rising jazz star. The event features sponsorship from John & Penny Krantz and accommodation by Hotel Fort Des Moines.
Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place
Address: Hoyt Sherman Place 1501 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA
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