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!
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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.
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In its 77th season, Music Under the Stars is held at 7:00 pm on Sunday nights on the west Capitol grounds. Please note the July 7 concert will take place at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. The concerts are FREE, open to the public and children are welcome. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the music. Rain location is the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University (25th & Carpenter).
June 2: New Orleans Masquerade – NOLA Jazz Combo
June 9: Going for Gold – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 16: Music In Our Schools – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 23: Piano Men – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 30: US Coast Guard Band
July 7: Mama Mia – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band (at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park)
In its 77th season, Music Under the Stars is held at 7:00 pm on Sunday nights on the west Capitol grounds. Please note the July 7 concert will take place at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. The concerts are FREE, open to the public and children are welcome. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the music. Rain location is the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University (25th & Carpenter).
June 2: New Orleans Masquerade – NOLA Jazz Combo
June 9: Going for Gold – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 16: Music In Our Schools – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 23: Piano Men – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 30: US Coast Guard Band
July 7: Mama Mia – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band (at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park)
In its 77th season, Music Under the Stars is held at 7:00 pm on Sunday nights on the west Capitol grounds. Please note the July 7 concert will take place at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. The concerts are FREE, open to the public and children are welcome. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the music. Rain location is the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University (25th & Carpenter).
June 2: New Orleans Masquerade – NOLA Jazz Combo
June 9: Going for Gold – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 16: Music In Our Schools – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 23: Piano Men – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 30: US Coast Guard Band
July 7: Mama Mia – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band (at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park)
In its 77th season, Music Under the Stars is held at 7:00 pm on Sunday nights on the west Capitol grounds. Please note the July 7 concert will take place at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. The concerts are FREE, open to the public and children are welcome. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the music. Rain location is the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University (25th & Carpenter).
June 2: New Orleans Masquerade – NOLA Jazz Combo
June 9: Going for Gold – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 16: Music In Our Schools – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 23: Piano Men – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 30: US Coast Guard Band
July 7: Mama Mia – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band (at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park)
In its 77th season, Music Under the Stars is held at 7:00 pm on Sunday nights on the west Capitol grounds. Please note the July 7 concert will take place at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. The concerts are FREE, open to the public and children are welcome. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the music. Rain location is the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University (25th & Carpenter).
June 2: New Orleans Masquerade – NOLA Jazz Combo
June 9: Going for Gold – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 16: Music In Our Schools – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 23: Piano Men – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 30: US Coast Guard Band
July 7: Mama Mia – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band (at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park)
In its 77th season, Music Under the Stars is held at 7:00 pm on Sunday nights on the west Capitol grounds. Please note the July 7 concert will take place at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park. The concerts are FREE, open to the public and children are welcome. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy the music. Rain location is the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University (25th & Carpenter).
June 2: New Orleans Masquerade – NOLA Jazz Combo
June 9: Going for Gold – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 16: Music In Our Schools – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 23: Piano Men – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band
June 30: US Coast Guard Band
July 7: Mama Mia – Des Moines Metro Concert Band & Big Band (at Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park)