Des Moines Events

Annual Events

Address: 2507 University Ave, Drake Stadium, Drake University, Des Moines, IA 50311 Dates: April 23 - April 25, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Running greats like Michael Johnson and Carl Lewis have run laps in this prestigious college competition. The Drake Relays, held annually in April, are a premier sporting event and have a 90-year history. On the Drake University campus, the stadium surrounding the running track seats 18,000 spectators, and the event...

Address: 507 Franklin St, Pella, IA 50219 Dates: May 7 - May 9, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This annual May event in Pella showcases the beauty and splendor of blooming tulips. Pella is a small Dutch community located a short drive from Des Moines. Come and enjoy the scheduled activities and savor the colors of this classic spring flower.

Address: 106 W Boston Ave, Indianola, IA 50125 Dates: June 19 - July 12, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

For nearly 30 years, this local group has hosted an annual summer opera festival. From mid-June to mid-July, the Des Moines Metro Opera stages full operatic scores sung in English. Performances are scheduled nightly and are held at the Blank Performance Arts Center in Indianola, which is only a short drive from the...

Address: Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA 50309 Category: Fair / Festival - Arts / Crafts Dates: June 26 - June 28, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Concerts, strolling clowns, and 150 artists' displays annually fill the riverfront late in June. Artwork is judged and juried, and along with colorful displays, a series of scheduled activities is planned. Musical performers have included Spyro Gyra and the Des Moines Symphony. Nationally recognized as one of the...