Classical
Derek Wang Piano Master Class
Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Free public piano master class.
Details & calendar options →The weekend edit · October 30–November 1, 2026
Things to do in Des Moines this weekend
Make room for a good day out. Compare this weekend’s listed events, choose a neighborhood on the event browser, or explore the venue map to plan your route.
For a daytime outing, start with family activities and markets. For an evening plan, compare concert and theatre times. Check the official source for admission, age guidance and availability before you go.
Music
Not Your Mummy’s Halloween Concert
Plymouth Church, 4126 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, IA — Sanctuary
Halloween music at Plymouth.
Details & calendar options →Musical
The Addams Family: School Edition
Stoner Theater, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre musical.
Details & calendar options →Sports
Iowa Wild vs. Charlotte Checkers — Wizard Night
Casey’s Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA
Catch a local professional team at the arena.
Details & calendar options →Food & Drink
Boos & Brews
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA
Brewery and cidery samples with Halloween entertainment.
Details & calendar options →Comedy & Nightlife
Aries Spears
Vibrant Music Hall, 2938 Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee, IA
A touring comedy show at Vibrant Music Hall.
Details & calendar options →Chamber
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Scottish Rite Consistory, 519 Park Street, Des Moines, IA
Halloween chamber music.
Details & calendar options →Markets & Festivals
Downtown Farmers’ Market — Final Saturday
Historic Court District, Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Browse local produce, prepared foods and handmade goods at the final outdoor market of the season.
Details & calendar options →Family & Kids
Trick or Trees
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA
A non-scary Halloween celebration with costumes and activities.
Details & calendar options →Outdoors & Recreation
Fall Wagon Rides at Jester Park
Jester Park Equestrian Center, 11171 NW 103 Court, Granger, IA
Fall wagon rides at the equestrian center.
Details & calendar options →Arts & Exhibits
Museum Highlights Tour
Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
A guided introduction to the museum’s collection.
Details & calendar options →Musical
The Addams Family: School Edition
Stoner Theater, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre musical.
Details & calendar options →Classes & Workshops
Craft & Movie: Halloween Edition!
East Side Library, 2559 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Watch Hocus Pocus and make a Halloween craft.
Details & calendar options →Arts & Exhibits
Eerie Evenings at the BOOtanical Garden
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA
Explore Halloween displays in the conservatory.
Details & calendar options →Musical
The Addams Family: School Edition
Stoner Theater, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre musical.
Details & calendar options →Symphony
Beautiful Monsters — John Williams & Symphonie Fantastique
Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Symphony with Derek Wang.
Details & calendar options →Outdoors & Recreation
Fall Wagon Rides at Jester Park
Jester Park Equestrian Center, 11171 NW 103 Court, Granger, IA
Fall wagon rides at the equestrian center.
Details & calendar options →Arts & Exhibits
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.
Details & calendar options →Musical
The Addams Family: School Edition
Stoner Theater, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre musical.
Details & calendar options →Symphony
Beautiful Monsters — John Williams & Symphonie Fantastique
Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Symphony with Derek Wang.
Details & calendar options →Sports
Iowa Wild vs. Charlotte Checkers — Hockeyween
Casey’s Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA
Catch a local professional team at the arena.
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