July 9: “All mixed up, don’t know what to do? Next thing you turn around and find the person is you.” The band 311 out of Omaha stops at Vibrant Music Hall, 2938 Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee, as part ...

Hosted by I'll Make Me a World in Iowa and Sankofa Literary & Empowerment Group, this Kwanzaa celebration will include a community fellowship, candle lighting, singing, dance and more. Kwanzaa, which ...

LINKING THE BUILDINGS TOGETHER. AND FINALLY, NEARLY 200 OF THE COUNTRY’S TOP ARTISTS WILL BE IN DES MOINES THIS WEEKEND. THE DES MOINES ARTS FESTIVAL IS GOING ON AT WESTERN GATEWAY PARK. ALL THE FUN ...

Thursday afternoon: Head to Historic Valley Junction at 137 Fifth St., West Des Moines, for the opening of the Valley Junction Farmers Market from 4 to 8 p.m. More than 80 vendors bring baked goods ...

Central Iowa offers a variety of entertainment options from June 26-29, including axe throwing, rodeos, and art festivals. Music lovers can enjoy performances by "Weird Al" Yankovic, Chappell Roan ...

This is one in an occasional series on Iowa influencers who are finding new ways to tell the story of the state through social media. This Iowan wears more than a few hats: business owner, influencer, ...

Off Hours, your free weekly newsletter from the Des Moines Register, showcases all things fun you can do in central Iowa. Aug. 7: Celebrate the final Music in the Garden of the season at the Greater ...

Central Iowa offers a variety of entertainment options, including concerts, festivals, and cultural events. Ankeny celebrates its 150th anniversary with SummerFest, a three-day festival with food, ...

This Iowan wears more than a few hats: business owner, influencer, mom, expert on all things Midwestern and others. You might not recognize her face, but if you have kids, you'll probably recognize ...