What events are happening in November 2026 in Des Moines?

We have 75 events scheduled for November 2026 in Des Moines and surrounding areas. Browse our complete calendar with dates, times, locations, and ticket information.

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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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November 2026 Events

Des Moines Metro Area

75 Events This Month

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Grand View University x Missouri Valley College

Heart of America University - Missouri Valley College

Sat, Oct 31 @ 7:00 PM

Grand View University Men's Soccer

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Community

Spooky Science

Celebrate Halloween at the Science Center of Iowa with Spooky Science! Dust the cobwebs off your costumes and bring the whole family for spooky,...

Sat, Oct 31 @ 7:00 PM

Science Center of Iowa

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Community

Trick or Trees

Each October, the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettable destinations. Experience...

Sat, Oct 31 @ 7:00 PM

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

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The Story So Far with The Starting Line and Ultra Q

The Story So Far, The Starting Line, Ultra Q

Sat, Oct 31 @ 7:30 PM

Val Air Ballroom

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Kansas Jayhawks at Iowa State Cyclones Womens Volleyball

Iowa State Cyclones Womens Volleyball, Kansas Jayhawks Womens Volleyball

Sun, Nov 1 @ 3:30 AM

Hilton Coliseum

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Illinois State Redbirds at Drake Bulldogs Womens Soccer

Drake Bulldogs Womens Soccer, Illinois State Redbirds Womens Soccer

Sun, Nov 1 @ 1:00 PM

Mediacom Stadium

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Daughtry with Ryan Perdz

Daughtry, Ryan Perdz

Sun, Nov 1 @ 7:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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Daughtry – 20 Years Unplugged Tour

Concert tour by Daughtry celebrating 20 years

Sun, Nov 1 @ 7:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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Music

Outlander In Concert

Outlander In Concert live performance

Mon, Nov 2 @ 7:00 PM

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines

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Outlander in Concert

Mon, Nov 2 @ 7:00 PM

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines

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Hot Freaks

Tue, Nov 3 @ 7:00 PM

xBk Live

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Pigeons Playing Ping Pong with Dizgo

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Dizgo

Wed, Nov 4 @ 7:00 PM

Wooly's

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Rodney Carrington

Rodney Carrington comedy show

Thu, Nov 5 @ 7:00 PM

Vibrant Music Hall

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Community

Iowa Wild vs Rockford

Wild About Education School Day Game presented by MidAmerican Energy School Day Workbook Giveaway, presented by Flying Eagle Financial, The Science...

Thu, Nov 5 @ 7:00 PM

Wells Fargo Arena

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John Ford Coley

Thu, Nov 5 @ 7:30 PM

The Ingersoll

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Agriculture

Thu, Nov 5 @ 8:00 PM

xBk Live

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Southern Miss Golden Eagles at Iowa State Cyclones Mens Basketball

Iowa State Cyclones Mens Basketball, Southern Miss Golden Eagles Mens Basketball

Fri, Nov 6 @ 3:30 AM

Hilton Coliseum

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Southern Illinois Salukis at Drake Bulldogs Womens Volleyball

Drake Bulldogs Womens Volleyball, Southern Illinois Salukis Womens Volleyball

Fri, Nov 6 @ 6:00 PM

Knapp Center

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Community

1900 Farm Dinners

Imagine yourself in 1900, visiting your grandparents’ farmhouse for a hearty home-cooked meal. That’s the experience of a Historic Dinner at the 1900...

Fri, Nov 6 @ 7:00 PM

Living History Farms

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Community

Drake Volleyball vs. Southern Illinois

Drake Volleyball hosts Southern Illinois in MVC conference action at the Knapp Center. Purchase tickets NOW at godrakebulldogs.com/tickets!

Fri, Nov 6 @ 7:00 PM

Knapp Center

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Comedy

Justin Willman: One for the Ages Tour

Justin Willman performs his One for the Ages Tour at Hoyt Sherman Place.

Fri, Nov 6 @ 7:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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Justin Willman

Fri, Nov 6 @ 7:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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Community

Des Moines Holiday Boutique

Explore a dazzling array of unique, high-quality treasures—from sparkling jewelry and delectable gourmet foods to the most festive holiday décor and...

Fri, Nov 6 @ 7:00 PM

EMC Expo Center

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Chris Porter

Fri, Nov 6 @ 7:00 PM

Funny Bone Comedy Club

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Wisconsin vs Iowa

NBA G League game: Wisconsin vs Iowa Wolves

Fri, Nov 6 @ 8:00 PM

Casey's Center

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Iowa Wolves vs Wisconsin

NBA G League game - Iowa Wolves home game against Wisconsin

Fri, Nov 6 @ 8:00 PM

Casey's Center

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BYU Cougars at Iowa State Cyclones Womens Volleyball

Iowa State Cyclones Womens Volleyball, BYU Cougars Womens Volleyball

Sat, Nov 7 @ 3:30 AM

Hilton Coliseum

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San Diego Toreros at Drake Bulldogs Football

Drake Bulldogs Football, San Diego Toreros Football

Sat, Nov 7 @ 3:30 AM

Drake Stadium

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Belmont Bruins at Drake Bulldogs Womens Volleyball

Drake Bulldogs Womens Volleyball, Belmont Bruins Womens Volleyball

Sat, Nov 7 @ 5:00 PM

Knapp Center

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Community

90's Women of Country

Amy Friedl is coming BACK to The Ingersoll after 2 sold-out nights of her Fleetwood Mac tribute earlier this year in our venue! Dinner: 5:30pm;...

Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 PM

The Ingersoll

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Living History Farms Race 2026

Run 5 miles through 300 years of history on Saturday, November 7, beginning at 9:00am! (registration opens August 1, 2026) Immerse yourself in rural...

Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 PM

Living History Farms

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Drake Volleyball vs. Belmont

Drake Volleyball hosts Belmont in their 2026 home finale at the Knapp Center. Purchase tickets NOW at godrakebulldogs.com/tickets!

Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 PM

Knapp Center

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Community

Edgewater Holiday Mart 2026

Get a jump on your holiday shopping at our indoor holiday mart! Browse beautiful creations and wares by local artisans.

Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 PM

Edgewater Senior Living Community

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Community

Drake Football vs. San Diego

Drake Football hosts Butler in their 2026 home finale. Be sure to arrive early pregame for our Senior Day ceremony. Purchase tickets NOW at...

Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 PM

Drake Stadium

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Community

Pumpkin Destruction

Pumpkin Destruction will take place November 7 & 8! We’re closing out the season with a bang — or better yet, a smash! Join us for Pumpkin...

Sat, Nov 7 @ 7:00 PM

Center Grove Orchard

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Music

Gary Owen

Sat, Nov 7 @ 8:00 PM

Hoyt Sherman Place

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