As the weather warms up, Des Moines offers a variety of events to enjoy this May. Here are some highlights to mark on your calendar:
Concerts and Performances
Luke Bryan: Word On The Street Tour
Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
Venue: Casey’s Center
Details: Country music star Luke Bryan brings his ‘Word On The Street Tour’ to Des Moines. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
Lucy Darling: You’re Welcome
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place
Details: Experience the magic and humor of Lucy Darling in her ‘You’re Welcome’ show. Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster.
Community Events
Spring Garden Market at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Date: May 15-17, 2026
Details: The Botanical Garden introduces its ‘Dome Grown Collection’ during the annual Spring Garden Market. This event features plants cultivated on-site, including herbs, vegetables, and native plants. It’s an excellent opportunity to find flora suited for Central Iowa gardens.
Tell It Like It Is: Iowa Storytellers Project “Search and Rescue”
Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Venue: Hoyt Sherman Place
Details: Engage with local storytellers as they share compelling narratives in the ‘Search and Rescue’ edition of the Iowa Storytellers Project. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
Stay tuned for more updates on events and activities happening in Des Moines throughout the month.