Check out this list of events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, March 29-31. 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.
Friday, March 29
The Top Off at Elevencherry
- Friday, March 29, 4-7 p.m.
- Elevencherry Salon, 106 11th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
It is the last Friday of the month, so you know what that means! Stop by Elevencherry Salon for The Top Off, a monthly cocktail party to giggle, sip, and unwind. This month, check out handmade sterling silver jewelry by @hotpuppyshop while sipping on the drink of the month: Hot Lips Mezcal Margs!
Mixology Night: Planetary Prom at the Science Center of Iowa
- Friday, March 29, 6-9 p.m.
- Science Center of Iowa, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50309
Brace yourself for an out-of-this-world evening at the Science Center of Iowa’s Mixology Night. All space enthusiasts and cocktail lovers are invited to Planetary Prom! Break out your “dazzling celestial attire” for an evening of science and fun. General event admission is $20, and food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Dome After Dark at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Friday, March 29, 6-10 p.m.
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309
LAST CALL to experience the Garden in a new light at Dome After Dark! This is the final week to stroll through the lush conservatory and Gardeners Show House illuminated with unique lighting and luminarias. This family-friendly event will include food and drink available for purchase from Trellis Café. Normal admission rates apply!
Author After Party at Storyhouse Bookpub
- Friday, March 29, 7-9 p.m.
- Storyhouse Bookpub, 505 E Grand Avenue, Ste. 102 Des Moines, IA 50309
We’re suckers for a romance novel, and we love small local businesses. Pair these two things together, and we’re sold! Catch us at Storyhouse Bookpub on Friday evening with our copies of The Trail of Lost Hearts to get signed by Tracey Garvis Graves. Tickets are $8 and cover the cost of drinks, desserts, and fun!
Party! Party! The Ultimate Karaoke Band at Teehee’s Comedy Club
- Friday, March 29, 7:30 p.m. Doors Open, 8 p.m. Show
- Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA 50309
Normally, we love Teehee’s for a good laugh. On Friday, catch us there jamming to Party! Party! The Ultimate Karaoke Band. This FREE event will be fun-filled, song-filled, and shot-filled because all karaoke singers get a free shot!
Saturday, March 30
Easter Brunch at Mulberry Street Tavern
- Saturday, March 30 and Sunday, March 31
- Mulberry Street Tavern, 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
There are still brunch tables left to reserve on Saturday AND Sunday at Mulberry Street Tavern! Enjoy pancakes, classic brunch plates, and other festive treats at the “best Easter brunch ever!” Snag a table on Sunday and get access to a pop-up photo booth and professional photographer.
TWENTY FINE BIRTHDAY BASH with Kays Spiritual Ways
- Saturday, March 30, 10-4 p.m.
- Kays Spiritual Ways, 501 Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
Where are all the Aries babes at? Even if you aren’t, help Kay of Kays Spiritual Ways celebrate the last year of her 20s by scheduling an Aries Astrology Class. Made of Magic Creations, Jac & Row ,and Heidis Wraps will also be in attendance helping Kay celebrate with treats, goodies, and more! The whole shop will be 10% off, and as a special birthday treat, all Aries babes will get an additional 5% off!
Easter Fun at SingleSpeed Brewing Company
- Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.
- Uptown Garage Brewing, 305 SW Walnut Street, Ankeny, IA 50023
Get into the Easter spirit a day early at SingleSpeed Brewing Co.’s celebration! Enjoy a full brunch menu from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., a children’s egg hunt at 11 a.m., AND a special adult egg hunt at noon. You won’t want to miss this!
Snookies Malt Shop: Opening Day
- Saturday, March 30, 1 p.m.
- Snookies Malt Shop, 1810 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
The quintessential Des Moines ice stop is back for the season! At 1 p.m., head down to Beaver Avenue to get your first sweet treat of the season from this family-owned staple of Des Moines.
Garba Fusion Workshop with Ishara Dance
- Saturday, March 30, 1-3 p.m.
- Des Moines Ballroom, 1925 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Holi is just around the corner! Get ready by signing up for a Garba Fusion workshop with Anushka Khanna at Ishara Dance. No experience is needed for this fun, energetic, and colorful workshop!
- Sunday, March 31, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
- Rollins Mansion, 2801 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
Still looking for Easter morning plans? Reserve your ticket for brunch at the historic Rollins Mansion! Tickets include brunch, and for just $20, you can add bottomless Bloody Marys and mimosas to your ticket. That sounds like our kind of Sunday morning!
- Sunday, March 31, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Smash Park, 6625 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Looking for a fun activity and delicious food to enjoy with friends and family? Check out Smash Park on Sunday morning for a delicious brunch spread and a chance to win FREE arcade cards and FREE tickets with a Bingo win!
Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch at Big Grove Brewery
- Sunday, March 31, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Big Grove Brewery, 555 17th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
It is Easter fun for the whole family at Big Grove Brewery this Sunday! Let the little kids have their egg hunt fun before the Adult Beer & Egg Hunt at 1:30 p.m. Big Grove’s full menu will be available to order, as well as a special brunch menu until 2 p.m.!
Transcend: A Trans Day of Visibility Celebration at xBk Live
- Sunday, March 31, Doors Open 5 p.m., 6 p.m. Show
- xBk Live, 1159 24th Street, Des Moines, IA 50311
On Trans Day of Visibility, support the community at xBk Live’s Transcend Celebration! The event will feature performances by Stabbed To Death, Sarah Tonin, Allegra Hernandez, V VanEllsbury, and Blaq Heart Complex. Plus, Common Love DSM will provide free gender-affirming clothing!
