Happy Pride Month! Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, June 6-8. We’ve curated the ones that we found most interesting and listed them here for you.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change or sell out. Please contact the businesses directly to confirm availability via the links below.
Featured Event
FREE Friday Strength Class at F45 Training
- Friday, June 6
- F45 Training Downtown Des Moines, 210 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
- F45 Training Ankeny, 2405 SW White Birch Dr, Ankeny, IA
“Ready to lift smarter, get stronger, and feel amazing? Join F45 Training for a free workout on the first Friday of every month! This workout is a low impact, full body strength class suitable for all fitness levels. No cost, no discount code needed to book.” Register for the Downtown class or the Ankeny class while spots remain!
Friday, June 6
Capital City Pride PrideFest Des Moines
- Friday, June 7 – Sunday, June 9
- Historic East Village
Happy Pride Month, Des Moines Girls! What better way to show off your pride than at PrideFest Weekend hosted by Capital City Pride?!? All weekend, enjoy food, entertainment, music, fun, and all kinds of love as we celebrate and embrace the LGBTQ community in Des Moines.
2025 Greek Food Fair Festival
- Friday, June 6 – Sunday, June 8
- Greek Orthodox Church, 1110 35th St, Des Moines, IA 50311-3704
Didn’t get your festival fix at Capital City Pride PrideFest? Head over to the Drake Neighborhood for a weekend of food, music, dancing, and fun at the 2025 Greek Food Fair Festival! Festival admission is free, and food and drink will be available for (cashless) purchase. Don’t miss this festival staple!
First Friday at Mainframe Studios
- Friday, June 6, 5 – 8 p.m.
- Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, IA 50309
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First Friday in the Historic East Village
- Friday, June 6, 5 – 8 p.m.
- Historic East Village
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June Gallery Refresh at 515 Brewing Co
- Friday, May 23, 6:30 p.m.
- Smash Park, 6625 Coachlight Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Head on down to 515 Brewing Company for a June Gallery Refresh! Get some new art for your home, your office, your friends, your car, or honestly wherever. Support local artists, munch on some Venezuelan food, and drink locally crafted brews. This event is free and open to all ages!
Saturday, June 7
Downtown Farmers’ Market
- Saturday, June 7, 7 a.m. – Noon
- Des Moines’ Historic Court District
The Market is an open-air street market located in the Historic Court District in Downtown Des Moines (DSM). Vendors will be set up outdoors on Court Avenue and adjacent side streets. It’s one of the best in the country! Don’t miss it this summer to see some of our absolute favorite small business owners from around the metro.
8th Annual Capital City Pride Pet Pageant
- Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- SingleSpeed Brewing, 303 Scott Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Make sure your pet is a part of the PrideFest fun! Register your pet or watch the 8th Annual Capital City Pride Pet Pageant. Check out contests or enter for the top prize in five categories: Most Pet Pride, Pet and Owner Look-a-Like, Best Dressed, Best in Show, and Crowd Favorite!
Heartland Bazaar at Rumors Vintage
- Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Rumors Vintage, 4211 Chamberlain Ave Des Moines, Iowa 50312
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Tree Planting with Urban Ambassadors
- Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. – Noon
- E Shawnee Ave. and 10th Street
Calling all nature lovers and tree huggers! Join the Urban Ambassadors for a morning of tree planting in the Highland Park Neighborhood. Snacks and coffee will be provided, but because we’re eco-conscious, be sure to bring your own cup!
Mid Mod Market & Shop Hop at Funky Finds Vintage
- Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- AOkay Antiques, Atomic Garage, Curioso, Funky Finds, Huckleberry Home, Olio Oddities, and Raccoon Forks MCM Loft
Funky Finds Vintage and Retro is expanding, and to celebrate, they are hosting a Grand Opening and kicking off a special Mid-Mod Shop Hop, showcasing seven fabulous mid-century shops throughout the Des Moines metro: AOkay Antiques, Atomic Garage, Curioso, Funky Finds, Huckleberry Home, Olio Oddities, and Raccoon Forks MCM Loft. “Shoppers can grab a Shop Hop map and passport at any participating store and make a day of discovering the best in vintage Des Moines. Get your passport punched at all seven shops for a chance to win a mid-century modern birdhouse by Iowa artist Jim Sessions.”
Summer Science Day at Big Grove Brewery
- Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m.
- Big Grove Brewery, 555 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Just because it is summer vacation doesn’t mean the learning has to stop! Science is taking over Big Grove Brewery to teach the kiddos and your inner child all about AI, gravity, and zoo animals (and what they have in common). This FREE event is fun for all ages, but only those 21+ can have a Big Grove Brew 🙂
Waukee Palooza at Hy-Vee Waukee
- Saturday, June 5, 4 – 10 p.m.
- Hy-Vee, 1005 E Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263
Downtown Des Moines is about to be poppin’ this weekend, but if you’re not feeling like heading to the city, we’ve got you covered in the suburbs. Waukee Palooza returns with an afternoon and evening filled with live music, a silent auction, and tons of fun!
DSM Girls Who Walk at West Des Moines Pond
- Sunday, June 8, 9 a.m.
- West Des Moines Pond
Get your hot girl walk on with other hot girlies (and guys) from around Des Moines! Can’t make this one? Check out the other walks scheduled for the rest of the month.
Pride Yoga at PrideFest
- Sunday, June 8, 9 a.m.
- Family and Youth Zone at Pridefest (201 E. Locust)
“Join Michael T. for this special outdoor class to celebrate diversity, champion equity, and promote inclusion for the LGTBQIA+ community in Des Moines! Class starts at 9:00a in the Family and Youth Zone at Pridefest (201 E. Locust). Please bring your own mat, water bottle and sweat towel! Class is FREE for all students, however, we will be accepting donations via The Power Life Foundation Venmo and selling special Power Life Pride shirts throughout the month of June. All proceeds from donations and shirt sales will be donated to Capital City Pride!”
Studio Ember Pop-Up at KIN
- Sunday, June 1, 10 a.m. – Noon
- KIN Des Moines, 333 E Grand Ave #106, Des Moines, IA 50309
It is a Pride Pop-Up! Studio Ember will be outside KIN in the Historic East Village on Sunday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.! Make sure you stop by for unique, one-of-a-kind handmade art. Check out watercolor, ceramics, embroidery, plant stakes, and more made by local artists. One day only!
