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Des Moines Concerts in October 2026

Des Moines concerts in October 2026 are heating up—grab the calendar below and catch the best live shows happening around the city this month.

Oct 20Tue • 7:00 PM

The Toxhards

XBk LiveDes Moines, IA

Oct 22Thu • 7:30 PM

Thomas Rhett: The Soundtrack to Life Tour

Thomas Rhett · Emily Ann Roberts

Casey's CenterDes Moines, IA

Oct 22Thu • 8:00 PM

TVBOO

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 23Fri • 7:30 PM

1964 The Tribute

The IngersollDes Moines, IA

Oct 23Fri • 10:00 PM

Emo Nite

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 24Sat • 7:00 PM

Twiztid

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 24Sat • 7:30 PM

1964 The Tribute

The IngersollDes Moines, IA

Oct 25Sun • 7:00 PM

Drowning Pool & Saliva

Drowning Pool · Saliva

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 27Tue • 7:30 PM

Ben Folds & A Piano

Hoyt Sherman PlaceDes Moines, IA

Oct 27Tue • 7:00 PM

Prince Daddy and The Hyena

XBk LiveDes Moines, IA

Oct 28Wed • 7:30 PM

All Them Witches w/ Emma Ruth Rundle

All Them Witches · Emma Ruth Rundle

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 28Wed • 7:00 PM

The Claudettes

XBk LiveDes Moines, IA

Oct 29Thu • 7:00 PM

Ella Langley

Casey's CenterDes Moines, IA

Oct 29Thu • 7:00 PM

Spite

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 30Fri • 7:00 PM

Katy Nichole

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 30Fri • 6:30 PM

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Scottish Rite ConsistoryDes Moines, IA

Oct 30Fri • 8:45 PM

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

Scottish Rite ConsistoryDes Moines, IA

Oct 31Sat • 8:00 PM

Winyah

Wooly'sDes Moines, IA

Oct 31Sat • 7:30 PM

Des Moines Symphony: Beautiful Monsters - John Williams and Symphonie Fantastique

Des Moines Civic CenterDes Moines, IA

Top Artists Coming to Des Moines in October 2026

Ella Langley tickets in Des Moines — Oct 29, 2026 →

Ella Langley

Ella Langley is an award-winning, multi-platinum, chart-topping country artist known for her unmistakable voice and fearless songwriting. She broke out with her acclaimed debut album hungover, and later executive produced Dandelion with Miranda Lambert and Ben West.

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Thomas Rhett tickets in Des Moines — Oct 22, 2026 →

Thomas Rhett

Country hitmaker Thomas Rhett is a consistent chart-topper, earning 16B+ global streams. Winner of eight ACM Awards (2020 Entertainer of the Year), plus two CMA Awards and five GRAMMY nominations; known for No. 1 songs since 2013 and “Vacation.”

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Drowning Pool tickets in Des Moines — Oct 25, 2026 →

Drowning Pool

Drowning Pool are an alternative/nu-metal band formed in 1996 after relocating from New Orleans to Dallas. They broke through with the platinum debut Sinner (2001) and hit single "Bodies." After vocalist Dave Williams died in 2002, they continued with rotating singers.

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Saliva tickets in Des Moines — Oct 25, 2026 →

Saliva

Saliva, an American rock band from Memphis, Tennessee, formed in 1996. They are known for their blend of nu metal, post-grunge, and hard rock. Popular songs include "Click Click Boom," "Your Disease," and "Always." "Your Disease" earned a Grammy nomination. The band has released albums such as "Revelation" (2023) and "Revelation: Retold" (2025), and collaborated with artists like Chad Kroeger and Trevor McNevan.Read more

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Popular Venues for Concerts in Des Moines in October

Casey's Center

730 3rd Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309, USA

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Wooly's

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Hoyt Sherman Place

Hoyt Sherman Place is a 1,252-capacity historic theater and art gallery located in Des Moines, Iowa's Sherman Hill neighborhood, originally built as a grand family home in 1877 before its theater addition in 1923. Attending an event here offers an intimate experience within a beautifully preserved architectural landmark, renowned for its unparalleled acoustics and housing Des Moines' first public art museum.Read more

Venue typeHistoric Theater and Art Gallery

Capacity1,252

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XBk Live

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FAQ

What Concerts Are Coming Up in Des Moines in October 2026?

Upcoming performers and concert dates in Des Moines for October 2026 include Ella Langley (October 29, 2026), Thomas Rhett (October 22, 2026), Drowning Pool (October 25, 2026), and Saliva (October 25, 2026). We regularly update the listings to keep the schedule current, so explore the shows listed and check ticket options for any concerts that interest you.

What Venues Host Concerts in Des Moines in October 2026?

Some of the locations hosting concerts in Des Moines during October 2026 include Wooly's, XBk Live, Casey's Center, and The Ingersoll. Browse the event listings to see which performers are scheduled at each location and confirm the venue for the show you want to attend.

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