Classical
Derek Wang Piano Master Class
Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Free public piano master class.
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14 upcoming listings · Updated October 29, 2026
Arts & Exhibits
Museum Highlights Tour
Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
A guided introduction to the museum’s collection.
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Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos
Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Celebrate with art activities, music, dance and a community ofrenda.
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Creative Aging: Gallery Series (Ages 55+)
Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
A guided conversation about art, followed by social time.
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DMACC Veterans Day Choral Concert
DMACC Ankeny Auditorium, Building 6, Room 29, Ankeny, IA
Free choral concert.
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Let Us Gather in a Flourishing Way — Exhibition Tour
Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Explore the contemporary Latinx painting exhibition with a guide.
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Honoring the Spirit: A Day of the Dead Ofrenda Conversation
Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
A conversation about remembrance, cultural traditions and community.
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Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market
Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
Seasonal vendors, holiday shopping and local food.
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Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market
Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
Seasonal vendors, holiday shopping and local food.
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Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market
Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
Seasonal vendors, holiday shopping and local food.
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Sing Messiah — Des Moines Community Orchestra
Grace United Methodist Church, 3700 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Free audience-participation Messiah. Bring your score if available.
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DMACC Welcome Winter Choral Concert
DMACC Ankeny Auditorium, Building 6, Room 29, Ankeny, IA
Free winter choral concert.
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Memories, Music & Mistletoe — Central Iowa Wind Ensemble
Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Iowa State University, 2427 Union Drive, Ames, IA
Free seasonal wind ensemble concert.
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Memories, Music & Mistletoe — Central Iowa Wind Ensemble
Staplin Performing Arts Center, Valley High School, West Des Moines, IA
Free seasonal wind ensemble concert.
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