
Red Neck Revival - Memorial Day Weekend
May 25 - 28, 2023
conesvilleevents.com
(563) 299-2721
Conesville Event Grounds - Conesville, IA
Adults only, 21 and over. Iowa's premier adult rally for 30 years. Outlaw street drag racing, zip line, topless school bus , Coed naked mud run, hot showers, clean bathrooms. It's Iowa - dress for all weather, we are an outdoor event, and will not cancel for any reason,please go to our web at conesvilleevents, for more info on bands and other .
Indianola Summer Art Festival
July 29 - 30, 2023
indianolaiowa.gov/1065/Indianola-Summer-..
(515) 961-9410
Buxton Park Arboretum and Gardens - Indianola, IA
The INDIANOLA SUMMER ART FESTIVAL - The Indianola Public Art Commission announces a Call For Artists to participate in the Indianola Summer Arts Festival, Sat., July 29 & Sun., July 30, 2023, in Indianola's historic Buxton Park. It is also the start of the National Balloon Classic, the Warren County Fair and the National Balloon Classic Parade & each exhibiting artist will receive 2 admission tickets to the 2023 National Balloon Classic. Artists can expect Indianola to be bustling with tourists, balloons, music and food! We're looking for quality hand-made fine art and fine craft only to exhibit in our shady Buxton Park Arboretum and Garden.
Red Neck Revival - Labor Day Weekend
August 31 - September 3, 2023
conesvilleevents.com
(563) 299-2721
Conesville Event Grounds - Conesville, IA
Adults only 21 and over. Lots of adult contests. Topless school-bus. Out law drag racing. Coed naked mud run. Hot showers, clean bathrooms. thursday eve is the pre perv party headliner band dallas moore,barn yard stompers We are an outdoor event and will not cancel for any reason unless it is out of our control, we will take all precautions to keep guests happy and healthy at our events.
Holiday Mart
November 4, 2023
(515) 314-3164
Edgewater - West Des Moines, IA
Over 30 artists and vendors--fused and stained glass; wooden pens, toys and kaleidoscopes; watercolor paintings and Iowa photographs; silver, copper (made with copper from the Iowa Capital) and stone jewelry; fiber art; holiday wreaths and centerpieces; hand-woven baskets; El Salvadoran art; and homemade peanut brittle, fudge, jams and jellies and baked goods. Art created by local artists and artists will be present. Custom orders available for many items. Food items made by local cooking and baking experts! We avoid multiple vendors with the same art and products. Parking nearby and free! 5 minutes from Jordan Creek Mall!
Events in Des Moines, IA — upcoming
June 3, 2023
Iowa Craft Brew Festival
Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 10/12/2022
This Iowa Wine-Beer Event will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 1pm-4pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $65.
June 23 - 25, 2023
Des Moines Arts Festival
Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 8/1/2022
This Iowa Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
June 2023 (dates not updated) 
ArtFest Midwest
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 2/1/2022
This Iowa Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include expanded kids art area.
July 2023 (dates not updated) 
Goodguys Heartland Nationals
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 3/8/2022
This Iowa Boat Auto Camping Show will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 8am-3pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $25.
July 2023 (dates not updated) 
80/35 Music Festival
Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 6/27/2022
This Iowa Music Festival will have crafts exhibitors and local food booths. There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-12 midnight, Sat 12pm-12 midnight. Admission tickets are $42 - $160. This event will also include: meet 'n greets, diy craft fair, kids' zone, ypc do more village.
August 2023 (dates not updated) 
Iowa State Fair
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 12/14/2021
This Iowa State Fair will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, flea market, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and 186 food booths. There will be 5 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be All Days 8am-12 midnight. Admission tickets are $8 - $14. This event will also include: parade, competitions.
September 2023 (dates not updated) 
World Food & Music Festival
Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 12/1/2021
This Iowa Festival will have crafts, flea market, corp./information and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and 50 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include demonstrations.
September 27 - 30, 2023
AQS QuiltWeek - Des Moines
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 1/10/2023
This Iowa Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $12 - $15.
September 29 - October 1, 2023
Des Moines Arts & Crafts Show - September
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 1/31/2023
This Iowa Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
October 2023 (dates not updated) 
Iowa Fall Home Show
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 8/22/2022
This Iowa Trade Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
October 2023 (dates not updated) 
Great Iowa Pet Expo
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 10/14/2022
This Iowa Pet-themed Event will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, film, flea market, commercial/retail, homegrown products, corp./information and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and 4 food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $11. This event will also include: contests, outdoor dog park, lure course.
November 10 - 12, 2023
Des Moines Holiday Boutique
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 12/5/2022
This Iowa Marketplace Expo will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $12. This event will also include: shopping, door prizes, contests.
November 2023 (dates not updated) 
Beaverdale Holiday Boutique
Holy Trinity Catholic School and Church, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 6/16/2022
This Iowa Vendor Event will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, film, commercial/retail and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
November 2023 (dates not updated) 
Junk Jubilee Jingles Market
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 10/31/2022
This Iowa Flea Market will have crafts, flea market, commercial/retail and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $30.
November 17 - 19, 2023
Des Moines Fall Arts & Crafts Show - November
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 1/31/2023
This Iowa Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8.
November 30 - December 3, 2023
Christkindlmarket Des Moines
Principal Park, Main Lot, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 3/14/2023
This Iowa Festival will have fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and 19 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-9pm, Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
December 2023 (dates not updated) 
Christkindlmarket Des Moines
Principal Park, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 6/3/2022
This Iowa Holiday Celebration will have fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thur 5 pm-9pm, Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-5pm.
February 2024 (dates not updated) 
Des Moines Home and Garden Show
Iowa Events Center, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 2/15/2022
This Iowa Home and Garden Show will have fine art, fine craft, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $4 - $14. This event will also include: celebrities, seminars, contests.
March 2024 (dates not updated) 
Iowa Home Show
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 6/1/2022
This Iowa Trade Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
March 2024 (dates not updated) 
Des Moines Spring Arts & Crafts Show
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 1/16/2023
This Iowa Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
March 2024 (dates not updated) 
Junk Jubilee Spring Show
Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA
Status: Updated 2/23/2023
This Iowa Vintage will have crafts, flea market, commercial/retail and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $25.