Des Moines Civic Center hosts a variety of live stage performances including theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring events. The venue offers an intimate setting for audiences to experience live entertainment throughout the year.
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Des Moines Civic Center Shows 2026–2027
Browse upcoming theatrical performances and live stage shows at this venue in Des Moines.
Des Moines Civic Center is a live performance venue in Des Moines, serving local and visiting audiences, hosting theatrical productions, music-based shows, and touring stage performances. This page provides an overview of upcoming shows at Des Moines Civic Center with event dates and venue-specific details.
Last updated: September 14, 2026.
Start Date
Sep 15, 2026
End Date
Oct 15, 2026
Contents
Upcoming Shows
About Venue
Venue Location
Planning Your Visit
Theatre Shows Directory
Frequently Asked Questions
Upcoming Shows at Des Moines Civic Center
Upcoming Shows: 92
Browse upcoming theatrical performances, musicals, and stage productions at this theater.
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Sep1520267:30 PMTueSelect SeatsFrom $82Avg. price ~ $188 -
Sep1620267:30 PMWedSelect SeatsFrom $134Avg. price ~ $202
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Sep1720262:00 PMThuSelect SeatsFrom $82Avg. price ~ $159
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Sep1720267:30 PMThuSelect SeatsFrom $101Avg. price ~ $156
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Sep1820267:30 PMFriSelect SeatsFrom $101Avg. price ~ $164
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Sep1920262:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $132Avg. price ~ $175
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Sep1920267:30 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $101Avg. price ~ $170
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Sep2020261:00 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $81Avg. price ~ $176
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Oct1120267:00 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $455Avg. price ~ $652 -
Oct2020267:30 PMTueSelect SeatsFrom $127Avg. price ~ $276 -
Oct2120267:30 PMWedSelect SeatsFrom $130Avg. price ~ $303
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Oct2220267:30 PMThuSelect SeatsFrom $130Avg. price ~ $388
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Oct2320267:30 PMFriSelect SeatsFrom $115Avg. price ~ $273
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Oct2420262:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $108Avg. price ~ $362
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Oct2420267:30 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $135Avg. price ~ $304
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Oct2520261:00 PMSunDes Moines Civic CenterDes Moines, IA, USSelect SeatsFrom $120Avg. price ~ $215
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Oct2520266:30 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $127Avg. price ~ $263
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Dec0120267:30 PMTueSelect SeatsFrom $73Avg. price ~ $183 -
Dec0220267:30 PMWedSelect SeatsFrom $126Avg. price ~ $195
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Dec0320267:30 PMThuSelect SeatsFrom $139Avg. price ~ $222
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Dec0420267:30 PMFriSelect SeatsFrom $70Avg. price ~ $181
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Dec0520262:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $75Avg. price ~ $182
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Dec0520267:30 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $110Avg. price ~ $192
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Dec0620261:00 PMSunDes Moines Civic CenterDes Moines, IA, USSelect SeatsFrom $93Avg. price ~ $167
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Dec0620266:30 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $126Avg. price ~ $195
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Dec1820267:30 PMFriSelect SeatsFrom $70Avg. price ~ $154 -
Dec1920262:00 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $63Avg. price ~ $151
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Dec1920267:30 PMSatSelect SeatsFrom $55Avg. price ~ $152
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Dec2020261:00 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $81Avg. price ~ $157
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Dec2020266:30 PMSunSelect SeatsFrom $55Avg. price ~ $155
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About Des Moines Civic Center
Des Moines Civic Center Location
Address, map, and directions. Plan your route and find the easiest way to reach the venue.
Planning Your Visit
Visitors attending performances at Des Moines Civic Center should consider venue location, show times, and seating layout. Planning arrival time in advance can help ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit.
All information is provided by Theater.Guide — an independent theatre discovery platform.
Theatre Shows Directory
Explore current and upcoming theatrical productions, including musicals, plays, and stage performances, in the city and nearby towns.
Wicked
Upcoming Shows: 8
Des Moines Civic Center
Sep 15, 2026 7:30 PM 
Whose Live Anyway?
Upcoming Shows: 1
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Sep 18, 2026 7:30 PM 
John Crist
Upcoming Shows: 1
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Sep 20, 2026 7:00 PM 
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Upcoming Shows: 6
Casey's Center
Oct 1, 2026 7:00 PM 
Reefer Madness
Upcoming Shows: 9
Stoner Studio Theater - Des Moines Performing Arts
Oct 2, 2026 7:30 PM
Steve Martin
Upcoming Shows: 1
Des Moines Civic Center
Oct 11, 2026 7:00 PM 
Becky Robinson
Upcoming Shows: 1
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Oct 15, 2026 8:00 PM
Monty Python's Spamalot
Upcoming Shows: 8
Des Moines Civic Center
Oct 20, 2026 7:30 PM
Ghost Stories - Ballet
Upcoming Shows: 2
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Oct 23, 2026 7:00 PM
The Doctors of Comedy
Upcoming Shows: 1
xBk Live
Nov 4, 2026 7:00 PM 
Justin Willman
Upcoming Shows: 1
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Nov 6, 2026 7:00 PM 
Gary Owen
Upcoming Shows: 1
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Nov 7, 2026 8:00 PM 
Derrick Stroup
Upcoming Shows: 2
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM 
Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero
Upcoming Shows: 9
Casey's Center
Nov 26, 2026 6:00 PM
An Irving Berlin White Christmas Revue
Upcoming Shows: 12
The Ingersoll
Nov 28, 2026 7:30 PM
Maybe Happy Ending - A New Musical
Upcoming Shows: 8
Des Moines Civic Center
Dec 1, 2026 7:30 PM 
Dusty Slay
Upcoming Shows: 1
Hoyt Sherman Place Theater
Dec 4, 2026 7:00 PM 
A Christmas Carol
Upcoming Shows: 8
Stoner Studio Theater - Des Moines Performing Arts
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Waitress
Upcoming Shows: 5
Des Moines Civic Center
Dec 18, 2026 7:30 PM 
Buena Vista Social Club - Musical
Upcoming Shows: 8
Des Moines Civic Center
Jan 19, 2027 7:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of shows actually come through Des Moines, IA?
Pretty much the good stuff. You’ll see touring Broadway hits, big musicals, straight plays, plus ballet, opera, and the occasional comedy run. Some shows arrive with full Broadway-level production, others are a bit more stripped down — but still worth the night out.
How often does the schedule change in Des Moines?
More often than people expect. New shows get announced, runs get extended, sometimes dates shift around. If you checked last month, it’s probably already different now — that’s just how live theater works.
Do Broadway shows really come to Des Moines, or is that a stretch?
They absolutely do. Not the exact New York cast every time, but the same productions touring across the country. If it played well on Broadway, there’s a good chance it eventually rolls through Des Moines.
Where do most shows happen in Des Moines?
Usually at the main performing arts centers or historic theaters — the kind of venues built for live stage productions, not just concerts. If a big tour is in town, that’s where it’ll land.
What’s the easiest way to find shows in Des Moines, IA?
Start with the schedule and work from there. Scan by date, see what’s coming up, then click into shows or venues that catch your eye. It’s less “searching” and more “browsing what’s playing.”
Are shows running all year in Des Moines?
There’s always something happening, but individual shows don’t stick around forever. Most runs are short — a few days, maybe a couple of weeks — then the production moves on to the next city.
What’s the real difference between Broadway and touring shows here?
Broadway is New York. Everything else is on the road.
That said, touring productions can look surprisingly close to the original — same sets, same music, same story — just in a different zip code.
Do show dates in Des Moines ever change last minute?
They can, yeah. It’s not super common, but it happens — schedules shift, runs extend, things get adjusted. Always worth double-checking before you lock in plans.
What theaters are usually included in Des Moines listings?
Mostly the major venues — performing arts centers, touring houses, and established theaters that regularly host Broadway tours and large-scale productions.