| June-November 2023 |
Winefest Des Moines |
Various |
Events each month |
Varies |
Prices vary |
| June 8-10, 2023 |
NewtonFest |
Various locations in Newton |
Concerts, theater, movies, yoga, All-Class Reunions, Pool Parties, Pickleball Tournaments, food trucks, and more. |
Varies |
Free; Golf and Pickleball Tournaments $45-75 |
| June 8-10, 2023 |
Governors Days |
Various locations in Grimes |
Family fun, live music, Billy Riley Talent Show, bags tournament, games, food, and more. |
5-8 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday; 6:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday |
Free; Cost for rides, food, and drink. |
| June 9-11, 2023 |
Capital City Pride of Iowa |
Various |
Silent Disco, 5K, Pet Zone, Family & Kids Zone, Health & Wellness, Yoga, Pride Parade, and more. |
Varies |
Free; Some events low-price |
| June 9-23, 2023 |
Iowa Juneteenth |
Various |
Gospel Celebration, Education events, Golf Events, Neighbors Day, Mental Health Awareness, and much more. |
Varies; Neighbors Day in Des Moines – June 17 – 12 pm to 8 pm |
Free; Prices vary for some events |
| June 15-18, 2023 |
Johnston Green Days |
Terra Park |
Car show, Smokin’ Heroes, Kids’ Fun, live music, fireworks, Parade, food, and more. |
5 p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday; 4 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday; 7 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday; 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday |
Free; Cost for rides, food, and drink. |
| June 18, 2023 |
The Science Festival Trail |
Raccoon River Park, WDM |
A science learning trail through the park put on by Science Iowa. |
1-4 p.m. |
Free |
| June 23-25, 2023 |
Des Moines Arts Festival |
Western Gateway Park, DM |
Art, music, films, student and emerging artists, food, drinks, and more. |
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday |
Free; Cost for art, food, and drink. |
| July 7-8, 2023 |
80/35 Music Festival |
Western Gateway Park, DM |
Live music, local artisans and nonprofits, food, and drink. |
Music starts at 5 p.m. Friday; and Noon on Saturday |
Admission starts at $95 |
| July 7-9, 2023 |
Ankeny Chamber Summerfest |
The District at Prairie Trail |
Carnival, parade, live music, food, and more. |
4-11 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; 1 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday |
Free; Cost for rides, food, and drink. |
| July 14-15, 2023 |
Waukee Arts Festival |
Centennial Park |
Arts, live music, family events, food, and more. |
5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. |
Free; Cost for art, food, and drink. |
| July 15, 2023 |
Beaverdale Bluegrass Festival |
Tower Park, DM |
Live bluegrass music all day. Beer and food trucks on hand. |
5-10 p.m. |
Free; Cost for food and drinks. |
| July 21-22, 2023 |
Clive Festival |
Greenbelt Landing, Clive |
Music, family fun, running, food, and fireworks. |
5-11 p.m. Friday; 6:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday |
Swimming, family fun, bags tournament, live music, bingo, Clive Running Festival, food, drinks, and more. |
| July 28-August 5, 2023 |
National Balloon Classic |
Memorial Balloon Field |
Competitive balloon flying. |
Morning and evening sessions. |
$10 – advance purchase required. |
| August 4-6, 2023 |
Hinterland Music Festival |
Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater, Saint Charles |
Three days of music. (Camping available.) |
Showtimes on the website. |
Single-day tickets start at $150 – 3 day passes, and campsites are available as well. |
| August 25-27, 2023 |
World Food & Music Festival |
Western Gateway Park, DM |
Multicultural Music and Food |
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday |
Free; Cost for food and drinks. |
| August 26, 2023 |
Ingersoll Live |
2800 Block of Ingersoll Ave, DM |
Music, food, art, neighborhood groups. |
3-10 p.m. |
Free; Cost for food and drinks. |
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| September 1-2, 2023 |
Taste of the Junction – Multicultural Festival |
Valley Junction, WDM |
Speakers on Friday. Music, Food, Art, Craft Vendors, and more, on Saturday. |
5-8 p.m. Friday; 2-10 p.m. Saturday |
Free |
| September 4, 2023 |
Norwalk Music Fest |
Norwalk City Park |
Local music, food, and vendors. |
Noon-10:30 p.m. |
Free |
