What events are happening in December 2026 in Des Moines?

We have 7 events scheduled for December 2026 in Des Moines and surrounding areas. Browse our complete calendar with dates, times, locations, and ticket information.

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Our monthly event calendar is updated daily as new events are added and details change. We recommend checking back regularly for the most current information.

Do you include events in Des Moines suburbs?

Yes! Our monthly calendar includes events throughout the greater Des Moines metro area including West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Johnston, and other nearby communities.

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December 2026 Events

Des Moines Metro Area

7 Events This Month

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Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical

Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical at Des Moines Civic Center

Tue, Dec 1 @ 7:00 PM

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines

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A Drag Queen Christmas

A Drag Queen Christmas concert/show at Hoyt Sherman Place.

Tue, Dec 1 @ 7:30 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy

Dusty Slay performs The Neighborhood Guy comedy show at Hoyt Sherman Place.

Fri, Dec 4 @ 7:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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An Irish Christmas with Rend Collective Presented by Thrivent

Holiday concert featuring Irish Christmas music with Rend Collective

Sat, Dec 5 @ 7:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical - ASL Interpreted & Audio Described

Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical - ASL Interpreted and Audio Described performance at Des Moines Civic Center

Sun, Dec 6 @ 2:00 PM

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines

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Waitress

Waitress the musical at Des Moines Civic Center

Fri, Dec 18 @ 7:00 PM

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines

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Sara Evans: Holiday Road Tour

Holiday tour concert by Sara Evans

Fri, Dec 18 @ 7:30 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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December 2026

7 events

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