Just because summer is starting to wrap up does not mean live music is ending any time soon! Check out this list of all the music happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, August 19-21.

Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please reach out to the venues at the link below.

🎶 Live Music By Venue 🎶

Iowa State Fair Grandstand

LOCATION: 3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
 
  • Friday, August 19 – Sunday, August 21

The Iowa State Fair is finally back and the Grand Stand line up is lit. Over the next ten days, you have the chance to see Carrie Underwood, Brooks and Dunn, Skillet, Nelly, Demi Lovato and several other amazing artists. Here’s this weekend’s paid show lineup: 

  • Friday, August 19 – Disturbed
  • Saturday, August 20 – Keith Urban
  • Sunday, August 21 – Carrie Underwood

There’s also great free entertainment throughout the week! 

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Wells Fargo Arena

LOCATION: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Pit Bull & Iggy Azalea

 
  • Sunday, August 21, 8 p.m.

Mr. World Wide himself is coming to the Wells Fargo arena this weekend with Iggy Azalea. Tickets are still available, so be sure to grab one and end your weekend with a party. 

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Smash Park

LOCATION: 6625 Coachlight Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Jake Kemble

  • Friday, August 19, 6 p.m.

Take advantage of these final nights of summer at Smash Park. Jake Kemble will be on the patio playing all the favs. Bring your crew, grab some drinks and play the night away! 

Val Air Ballroom

LOCATION: 301 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265

August Burns Red

  • Friday, August 19, 7 p.m.

Metal core fans should run, not walk, to the Val Air Ballroom this weekend. August Burns Red is bringing their head banging show to the ballroom and will be joined by We Came as Romans and Void of Vision. 

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Gas Lamp

LOCATION: 1501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Gold Steps

  • Saturday, August 20, 9 p.m. 

Local fans of alternative rock will love the Gold Steps. They’ll be taking the stage at Gas Lamp this weekend and promise a knock out show. Stick around because Eugene Levy, a local pop-punk band, will be playing some of their favs as well! 

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More Venues With Live Music This Weekend

xBk Live
Truman’s Pizza Tavern
Firetrucker
The Hall

Ready to tackle this weekend?

Check out all of our weekend guides here.