Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate everything art fantastic at the Des Moines Art Festival, winner of the Grand Pinnacle Award from the International Festivals & Events Association. Artsy festival goers take in the works of the best visual artists in the nation, listen to live music and watch performing arts at the annual two day event.
Pick up tickets to the Ballet Des Moines. From opening night to closing night, you're poised for a lovely evening at the ballet. The mesmerizing resident dancers bring to life the magical stories of ballet classics like The Nutcracker and Wizard of Oz. Come experience a night of mixed emotions, story ballet and exquisite ensemble dances.
Honor the first African American US Army Officer Candidate Class at the Fort Des Moines Museum. Visit the national attraction filled with artifacts, exhibits, photographs and period art defining the history of heroes who brought gender and racial equality to the US Army during the great world wars.