Can’t-Miss Events in Downtown Des Moines: June 28 – July 4
The stars and stripes are proudly waving around Downtown Des Moines (DSM) this week! There are plenty of unique events and opportunities to meet-and-greet with community members, experience arts and culture, explore our nation’s history and celebrate freedom surrounding Independence Day.
The Equitable Centennial Celebration
Friday, June 28 | The Equitable Building
You won't want to miss this celebration of 100 years of Downtown DSM’s Equitable Building. Visit the shops while you enjoy a signature cocktail, tour a model home and then take in the spectacular views of Des Moines from one of the best rooftops around!
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Seniomsed with the Downtown Chamber
Friday, June 28 | Des Moines Biergarten
SENI-OM-SED is Des Moines spelled backwards. It has a long history starting with the SENI-OM-SED Carnival at the turn of the Century and a series of events in the ‘80s and ‘90s. With this rendition, you can join the fun, make new memories and new friends, too! Celebrate Des Moines with music, networking, food and socializing. Music will be provided by Jager and the Polkameisters.
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Des Moines Arts Festival and Interrobang Film Festival
Friday, June 28 – Sunday, June 30 | Western Gateway Park
Surrounding the John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, wander the streets of Downtown Des Moines as you shop and enjoy art from 190 of the nation’s top artists, makers and creatives. Enjoy live music including The Deslondes and St. Paul & The Broken Bones on Friday and Sunny War and the Marshall Tucker Band on Saturday. Additionally, don’t miss the Interrobang Film Festival, an IMDb-verified juried show, located inside the Des Moines Public Library’s Central Library. Plus, interactive activities, food and drink vendors, and lots and lots more!
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By the way, if you’re into film art, you might also enjoy reading this new blog about Des Moines’ 48 Hour Film Project and upcoming film events, including a presence at the Interrobang Film Festival.
Juneteenth Presentation
Saturday, June 29 | Big Grove Brewery
You’re invited to learn about the history and significance of Juneteenth, presented by DSM’s own Dwana Bradley, who serves as Executive Director of the Des Moines Urban Experience and is General Chairperson for Iowa Juneteenth. This event is free and open to the public!
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Celebrate Independence Day
Let’s hear it for the red, white and blue! Let your patriotic spirit shine this week, and enjoy these Downtown DSM events surrounding the holiday:
Friendly reminder, there is no DART service on Thursday, July 4 due to the Independence Day holiday.
Iowa Cubs photos are courtesy of the Iowa Cubs, Dylan Heuer and Ginnie Coleman.
For these upcoming events and more, find tips on Downtown Des Moines (DSM) parking and navigation. For additional upcoming events, visit the Downtown DSM events calendar. Plus, follow @downtownDSMUSA on Instagram for more epic, things-you-just-can’t-miss happening around Downtown.
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