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dsm4kids Events Calendar

Events Calendar

Welcome to dsm4kids’ calendar of family events!

No matter where you live in the Des Moines metro, you can rely on our calendar to find nearby events and activities your kids will love!

To keep up to date on weekend events and activities be sure to sign up for our Weekend Fun Guide!

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information listed on the calendar. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location and other information before heading to an event or activity, since it may change.

Events considered for inclusion onto the dsm4kids calendar include those at local venues, including free and low-cost events, as well as special events that may require paid admission.  Events are posted to the online calendar in a timely manner throughout the month.

While all submissions are considered, inclusion is based on event relevance. Events occurring outside of Central Iowa or events primarily geared toward adults will not be listed.

If you are a business or organization and would like to submit an event listing, please click on Submit Event.

May
31
Fri
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
May 31 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
1
Sat
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 1 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
2
Sun
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 2 @ 2:00 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
5
Wed
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 5 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
6
Thu
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 6 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
7
Fri
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 7 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
8
Sat
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 8 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
9
Sun
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 9 @ 2:00 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
12
Wed
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 12 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
13
Thu
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 13 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
14
Fri
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 14 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
15
Sat
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 15 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jun
16
Sun
The Play That Goes Wrong @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jun 16 @ 2:00 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

The Play That Goes Wrong

After benefitting from a large and sudden inheritance, the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. They are delighted that neither casting issues nor technical hitches currently stand in their way. However, hilarious disaster ensues and the cast starts to crack under the pressure, but can they get the production back on track before the final curtain falls?

The Play That Goes Wrong is a farcical murder mystery, a play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Theatre Mischief.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
12
Fri
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 12 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
13
Sat
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 13 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
14
Sun
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 14 @ 2:00 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
17
Wed
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 17 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
18
Thu
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 18 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
19
Fri
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 19 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Jul
20
Sat
School of Rock @ Des Moines Community Playhouse
Jul 20 @ 7:30 pm

Performance Times: 7:30 PM Wednesdays through Saturdays & 2:00 PM Sundays

School of Rock – The Musical

Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.

Single tickets on sale Monday, May 6, 2024, online; Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at noon by phone and in person at the ticket office.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.