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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Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound
Now in its 21st year, Roosevelt Summer Sundays proudly continues the Ames summer tradition with FREE outdoor concerts at Roosevelt Park. Join them each Sunday evening from June through August to enjoy fantastic local and regional bands. Concerts start at 7:00 pm and don’t forget to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
June 2: Matt Woods Band
June 9: River City Opry
June 16: Vinyl Vagabonds
June 23: Ducharme-Jones Band
June 30: The Get Down-DSM
July 7: Avey Grouws Band
July 14: Buckmiller/Schwager Band
July 21: NOLA Jazz Band
July 28: Eleven Moons
August 4: Brother Trucker
August 11: The Cherrypickers
August 18: Haymakers
August 25: Southbound