Looking for things to do in Des Moines this weekend? There’s a lot going on, and we have a feeling they’re only going to get better through this summer! Check out this list of all the events happening in the Des Moines area this weekend, May 14-16!
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Friday, May 14
CelebrAsian Comedy Showcase
- Thursday, May 13 – Friday, May 14
- Teehee’s Comedy Club, 1433 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Teehee’s Comedy Club is teaming up with Iowa Asian Alliance in honor of AAPI Heritage Month. It’s a CelebrAsian comedy Friday night filled with drinks, food, and crackups! This showcase of all Asian comedians will make for an amazing night. Stop by on Thursday night for Sook’s Korean Kitchen Food Truck at 6 p.m.
Thai Flavors is open on Ingersoll Ave.
- 2301 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50309
We are SO excited that Thai Flavors has officially opened their second location on Ingersoll Ave. Is Ingersoll a mess right now with construction? Yes. Is it worth it to try this eastside favorite? Absolutely.
Saturday, May 15
Zumba Class at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Saturday, 10 – 11 .m.
- 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, Iowa 50309-2897
Admire the Garden as you workout during this outdoor Zumba class! Zumba is a dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music to create an easy, fun, and effective workout anyone can do. Cristina Rodriguez, a certified Zumba instructor and ZIN™ member with 8 years of experience, will be teaching this class. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers.
Downtown Farmers’ Market
- 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Des Moines’ Historic Court District
The Downtown Farmers’ Market returns for its 2021 season with a modified, but in-person market. The scaled-back Market will focus on providing only fresh produce and farm and artisan packaged food from local vendors in a safe, socially-distanced way. They’re estimating 110 vendors on site, which is about half of the number at a traditional Saturday market. On Saturday, May 29, Memorial Day weekend, the Market will increase its capacity to host 165 on-site vendors, around 75% of the number at a traditional Saturday Market. We’ll take it!
Heart of Des Moines Farmers’ Market 
- 2-4 p.m.
- 6th and Forest Ave.
Two women on a mission to bring health food to the River Bend neighborhood? Monika and Crystal are doing the damn thing. They need our help and we hope you’re with us. This market will run every Saturday, starting May 1 through September 25 from 2-4 p.m. There will be vendors, food trucks, a health tent, kid-friendly activities, and entertainment. So basically, make your way there after a quick nap following the Downtown market! Need to know where to park? Check out the map at the button below.
Yoga with Ben from Good Vibes Movement at the Surety Hotel
- 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
- Surety Hotel, 206 6th Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Source: Good Vibes Movement
A yoga class with a free mimosa?! Yep, this is the perfect excuse to go check out Mulberry Street Tavern! It’s the perfect Saturday morning activity. To support the Good Vibes moment community and youth outreach, please donate $10 at door for class. Don’t forget your mats!
Winterset Cidery 2021 Grand Opening
Source: Winterset Cidery
- 1 – 10 p.m.
- 1638 Hwy 169, Winterset, IA 50273
We love everything about Winterset, including the Winterset Cidery. We’re so excited for their season opening. You can pre-purchase VIP tickets at the link below or just pay $25 per car when you arrive!
Outdoor Yoga Flow + Tropical Smoothie Cafe with YogaSix
- 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- 140 Jordan Creek Pkwy Suite 130, West Des Moines, IA 50266
This is for all you West Des Moines peeps! YogaSix is hosting an ourdoor class from 10 – 11 a.m., followed by a special to Tropical Smoothie Cafe. It’s free for members and only $10 for nonmembers!
Iowa Pop Art Market 2021
Source: Awkward Company Vintage
- 1400 15h Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
- 12- 4p.m.
If you want a day trip to Cedar Rapids, take it this Saturday for the Iowa Pop Art Market 2021. It has “the greatest lineup of artists ever assembled in iowa” and “vintage & retro goods from the state’s freshest vendors.” Honestly, we can’t disagree after seeing the lineup ourselves.
The Cave DSM’s Wine Tasting
- The Cave DSM
- 1437 Walnut St. Des Moines, IA 50309
- 12 – 7 p.m.
We are so excited to share that we chatted with Heather and Nick Leo, the founders of The Cave DSM, to give you an introduction to natural wine. Read it here, and then go meet them at their Saturday tasting! There will be 5 different wines available that you can pick from to create your own sampling flight. Want a full bottle instead? They’re allowing on-premise drinking of anything you grab off the shelves on any day, with a $5 corkage fee.
Sunday, May 16
DreiBerge Sunday Market
- 9 a.m. until sell out!
- Campbell Park, 12385 Woodlands Parkway
This week, Dreiberge has another epic lineup. @shopkindroots is all about sustainable living. @lauratoddart is a local artist who is constantly creating new and lovely art. @breadbychelsab is a small batch sourdough baker. We’ll also have a limited number of @blooming.fields.dsm fresh vase bouquets available as well!
Pure Barre’s 4th Birthday Celebration
- 12 p.m.
- Campbell Park, 12385 Woodlands Parkway
Pure Barre is celebrating it’s fourth year! Join them for a pop-up class at Campbell Park and enjoy ice cream from Totally Rolled afterwards. This is weather dependent, so stay tuned to their Instagram or website for updates!
Sunday Strolls with Iowa Farm Sanctuary
- 1-4 p.m.
- Iowa Farm Sanctuary, 1696 250th Street Northwest
This is a perfect day trip for families or any animal lovers. Join Iowa Farm Sanctuary each Sunday between May 16 and October 10 for a relaxing visit to our tranquil sanctuary. Meet their rescued farm animal residents and explore the gorgeous unpaved walking trail. Vegan picnics are encouraged! Advance tickets will be available online for each event, but tickets are also available at the door.
Yoga & Co Classes
Source: Yoga & Co
- 9 – 10 a.m., Family Yoga at Ashby Park
- 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Chill-Out Sunday Yoga + Live Music at Sylvan Theater in Greenwood Park
These are two equally pleasing yoga classes, and for a good cause. Lindsay is not only an extraordinary teacher – she’s doing things in her studio a bit differently to benefit the community. Her studio is a “free-will donation-based studio providing yoga for the community.” Come as you are, take what you need. Take a class with her any day of the week either in studio or around the city!
Weekly Open Hours at Walker Homestead
This is another perfect day trip idea. Visit Walker Homestead every Sunday, 11-5p for foods that are ready in the moment, delicious wines, and a relaxing afternoon on the farm. No reservations needed; however you can make reservations by following the button below. See you this weekend!
Ultimate Karaoke Experience at Gas Lamp
- 8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
- 1501 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Why not make Sunday night karaoke a thing? Seems like a great way to prepare for the week if you ask us.
